President Biden on his Administration’s Continued Response Efforts to Hurricane Helene

President Biden on his Administration’s Continued Response Efforts to Hurricane Helene

Washington, DC…Hello, folks. Good morning. To state the obvious, over the weekend, we had devastating storms in the South. I spoke with — for a couple hours with leaders yesterday affected by the hurricane and — Governor Kemp of Georgia, Governor Cooper of North Carolina, county officials in the Big Bend region of Florida, and […]

Gary Tofanelli for District 1 Supervisor

Gary Tofanelli for District 1 Supervisor

Valley Springs, CA…As your District 1 Supervisor for the last 7 years, I have worked to accomplish many projects that have benefited both District 1 and the County. Some of which include the following: The Highway 4 realignment project phase 1 Cosgrove creek cleared annually including expanded work this year, with more extensive work scheduled […]

Taxpayer Alert! with Al Segalla & Guest Martin Huberty

Taxpayer Alert! with Al Segalla & Guest Martin Huberty

San Andreas, CA…Taxpayer Alert! Host Al Segalla talks with Martin Huberty about the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, being Calaveras County’s film commissioner, and how to make movies in Calaveras County. To learn more about the Calaveras County Planning Department go to https://planning.calaverasgov.us/ Calaveras County is located in the heart of the California Foothills and […]

Republican Senator Alvarado-Gil’s landmark SB 268 signed into law, a victory for Victims’ Rights

Republican Senator Alvarado-Gil’s landmark SB 268 signed into law, a victory for Victims’ Rights

Sacramento, CA…California District Attorney Association calls Senator Alvarado-Gil an effective leader. Today, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill 268 into law, marking a monumental step forward in the fight for victims’ rights. Authored by Republican Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (R-Jackson), SB 268 closes a dangerous legal loophole by officially classifying the rape of an unconscious or intoxicated person as a violent felony. In 2014 […]

Invitation to Observe the November 5, 2024, General Election Processes

Invitation to Observe the November 5, 2024, General Election Processes

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Elections Department invites all members of the public, media, the Grand Jury, political party organizations, and anyone interested in the election process to observe all aspects of the upcoming November 5, 2024, General Election. Signature verification and counting will take place at Government Center, Building D, 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, […]

Governor Newsom Says “California Continues to Lead in the Fight Against Hate”

Governor Newsom Says “California Continues to Lead in the Fight Against Hate”

Sacramento, CA…California isn’t sitting back in the fight against hate. Governor Newsom is advancing nation-leading programs that build on the advocacy and resilience of communities across California, which are directly engaging their cities and neighborhoods in civic action during United Against Hate Week. During United Against Hate Week (UAHW), Governor Gavin Newsom today reminded Californians of resources […]

President Joe Biden on U.S. Support for Ukraine

President Joe Biden on U.S. Support for Ukraine

Washington, DC…I am proud to welcome President Zelenskyy back to the White House today. For nearly three years, the United States has rallied the world to stand with the people of Ukraine as they defend their freedom from Russian aggression, and it has been a top priority of my Administration to provide Ukraine with the […]

Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Increased at 3% in Second Quarter

Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Increased at 3% in Second Quarter

Washington, DC…Gross Domestic Product (Third Estimate), Corporate Profits (Revised Estimate), and GDP by Industry, Second Quarter 2024 and Annual Update.  Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 3.0 percent in the second quarter of 2024 (table 1), according to the “third” estimate released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the […]

County Seeking Community Input for the Keep Calaveras Clean Project

County Seeking Community Input for the Keep Calaveras Clean Project

San Andreas, CA…Help create or select a project slogan for our social media campaign for the Keep Calaveras Clean Project!  Calaveras County Department of Public Works, with grant funding through the Clean California Local Grant Opportunity, will be implementing this beautification project to clean community parks with volunteer groups throughout the upcoming year. The slogan […]

Gary Tofanelli for District 1 Supervisor

Gary Tofanelli for District 1 Supervisor

Valley Springs, CA…As your District 1 Supervisor for the last 7 years, I have worked to accomplish many projects that have benefited both District 1 and the County. Some of which include the following: The Highway 4 realignment project phase 1 Cosgrove creek cleared annually including expanded work this year, with more extensive work scheduled […]

District 1 and 2 Debate Hosted by Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce

District 1 and 2 Debate Hosted by Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce

Valley Springs, CA…This is the video of the debate between the candidates of District 1 and 2 hosted by the Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce. This debate took place this morning in Valley Springs. More information can be found at https://www.calaveras.org/ Sorry for any audio issues, we did the best we could to make the […]

Governor Newsom Signs Legislation to Limit the Use of Smartphones in Schools

Governor Newsom Signs Legislation to Limit the Use of Smartphones in Schools

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 3216, the Phone-Free School Act, to require every school district, charter school and county office of education to develop a policy limiting the use of smartphones by July 1, 2026. Building on his calls for school districts to restrict the use of smartphones on school campuses, Governor Gavin […]

Mornings with the One Percent™ Board of Supervisors Streaming Now

Mornings with the One Percent™ Board of Supervisors Streaming Now

Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings. The premise for the show is that the USDA ranked all 3,142 counties or county equivalents in the USA on a livability or desirability scale based on factors such as climate, scenic beauty, bodies of water for recreation, humidity and much more. All of our […]

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today!

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today!

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today! Full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 9/24/2024 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249   Downloads:  Agenda  Agenda Packet  Video Call to Order Roll Call Closed Session Agenda 1. Pursuant to Govt. Code § 54956.8, […]

Governor Newsom Issues Legislative Update & Signs Bill Banning Plastic Bags

Governor Newsom Issues Legislative Update & Signs Bill Banning Plastic Bags

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom announced that he has signed the following bills: AB 262 by Assemblymember Chris R. Holden (D-Pasadena) – Children’s camps: safety and regulation. AB 460 by Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D-Orinda) – State Water Resources Control Board: water rights and usage: civil penalties. AB 672 by Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) – […]

Calaveras Homecoming Parade & Uptown Rally is September 27th!

Calaveras Homecoming Parade & Uptown Rally is September 27th!

San Andreas, CA…State Route 49 in San Andreas will be impacted by the Annual Calaveras High School Homecoming Parade on Friday, September 27, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Main Street and Court Street will be closed to through traffic during the Annual Calaveras High School Homecoming Uptown Rally. Please observe all traffic control […]

Make Diva Your Diva Today!!

Make Diva Your Diva Today!!

San Andreas, CA…Meet DIVA (A057835), a Female Terrier, about 1 year, 13 pounds. Diva is a sweet and affectionate dog who was abandoned with her pups but quickly learned to trust. She loves to explore, has excellent leash manners, and enjoys juggling a ball in play. Diva adores cuddles and often jumps into your lap […]

The Wilmington Declaration Joint Statement from the Leaders of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States

The Wilmington Declaration Joint Statement from the Leaders of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States

Wilmington, DE…We—Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India, Prime Minister Kishida Fumio of Japan, and President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. of the United States—met for the fourth in-person Quad Leaders Summit, hosted by President Biden in Wilmington, Delaware. Four years since elevating the Quad to a leader-level format, the Quad […]

Fire Restrictions Still in Effect as Hunting Season Gears Up

Fire Restrictions Still in Effect as Hunting Season Gears Up

Sonora, CA…As hunters take to the forest on the quest for that elusive buck, the Stanislaus National Forest would like to remind everyone that fire restrictions still exist in both Moderate and High Hazard Fire areas. Maps of the affected areas are in the Forest Order as Exhibit A. Below is a list of prohibited activities with […]

Road Improvements & Traffic Delays in San Andreas & Country Service Area One

Road Improvements & Traffic Delays in San Andreas & Country Service Area One

San Andreas, CA…On Friday, September 20, 2024, the 2024 Road Resurfacing and Paving Program will continue in the communities of San Andreas and Valley Springs. Microsurface application will begin on Friday, September 20, 2024, and continue through Monday, September 23, 2024, on the following roads in CSA 1 (Valley Springs): Bergsma Lane, Brooks Road, Crail […]

Governor Newsom Signs Housing Package

Governor Newsom Signs Housing Package

Sacramento, CA…Governor Newsom signed into law a comprehensive bipartisan housing package to build on California’s long-term strategy to help address homelessness and housing scarcity. The Governor also announced the release of guidance on up to $2.2 billion in funding for HomeKey+ permanent supportive housing — with half reserved for veterans — to be made available […]

President Biden at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C.

President Biden at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C.

Washington, DC…Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) Thank you, David. In my household, we refer to David as the Washington Monument. (Laughter.) He’s been a friend a long time — a long time. And not only thank you for the introduction, David, but thank you for your friendship. And thank you all for being here and allowing […]

The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce Presents the State of the County 2024

The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce Presents the State of the County 2024

San Andreas, CA…Hear from Calaveras County leaders. This annual event will feature updates from key local leaders, including Jack Garamendi, the Chair of the Board of Supervisors, Teresa Hitchcock, County Executive Officer, and Fire Chief Don Young. Congressman Tom McClintock also spoke at the event. Hear directly from those at the forefront of our community’s […]

Federal Reserve Drops Interest Rates by Half a Percentage Point

Federal Reserve Drops Interest Rates by Half a Percentage Point

Washington, DC…Recent indicators suggest that economic activity has continued to expand at a solid pace. Job gains have slowed, and the unemployment rate has moved up but remains low. Inflation has made further progress toward the Committee’s 2 percent objective but remains somewhat elevated. The Committee seeks to achieve maximum employment and inflation at the […]