Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of Barstow Fire Protection District Engineer David Spink: “Jennifer and I join all those mourning the tragic loss of veteran firefighter David Spink, who was fatally injured in the line of duty. On behalf of all Californians, we extend our deepest condolences to […]
Angels Camp, CA…Calaveras County Superintendents sent a letter regarding the vaccine mandate to Governor Gavin Newsome on Nov. 19, 2021. The response that was received has left us optimistic about the direction that state is taking on the vaccine mandate for students. Click Here or the Above Photo for Full Response..CDPH Response to Calaveras County […]
Sacramento, CA… Board of Equalization Member Ted Gaines today responded to Governor Newsom’s state budget proposal for the 2022-23 fiscal year. “With a $45.7 billion budget surplus, there’s no reason we can’t create a more affordable and sustainable California by investing in housing; expanding California’s water storage; protecting the jobs of California taxpayers; investing in […]
Las Vegas, CA…Well, Mr. President — Barack — I have to tell you: Every time I hear a dial tone, I think of Harry. (Laughter.) Y’all think I’m kidding? I’m not. Jill and I are here for Harry, but he — if he would — he wouldn’t want us to really be here for just […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today unveiled his 2022-23 state budget proposal – the California Blueprint, a bold plan building on the state’s ongoing work to confront California’s greatest existential threats, bolster our strong economic growth and make historic investments in California’s future. The Blueprint proposes billions more to support the state’s robust response to COVID-19 […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom announced that he has activated the California National Guard to support local communities with additional testing facilities and capacity amid the national surge in COVID-19 cases driven by the Omicron variant. “California has led the country’s fight against COVID-19, implementing first-in-the-nation public health measures that have helped save tens of thousands […]
Louisville, Colorado…Hey, folks. We’re about to pick the basketball teams right now, so — (laughter). I get first pick. Hey, first of all, I want to thank the team behind me — the governor; lieutenant governor; the two senators, who’ve been friends for a long time; as well as Joe Neguse, congressman; and your mayor […]
San Andreas, CA…”For all those who are interested, I pulled papers today to run for Sheriff. It has been an honor these past 5 1/2 years and I hope to continue with the support of our county.”
Washington, DC…Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 199,000 in December, and the unemployment rate declined to 3.9 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment continued to trend up in leisure and hospitality, in professional and business services, in manufacturing, in construction, and in transportation and warehousing. This news release presents statistics from […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Board of Supervisors to Pick 2022 Board Chair & Much More on January 11th. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 1/11/2022 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Call to Order Roll Call Closed Session Agenda 1. Pursuant to […]
Sonora, CA…The latest Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies Activity Logs are enclosed… Media Bulletin (Monday, December 20, 2021) 00:06 CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL 2112200001 Occurred at Sheriffs Posse on Rawhide Rd. , in Jamestown. Road hazard///transferred to CHP. . Disposition: Referred To Other Agency. 00:10 ANY CIVIL PROBLEM 2112200002 Occurred at Black Oak Casino Hotel on Tuolumne […]
Washington, DC…Madam Vice President, my fellow Americans: To state the obvious, one year ago today, in this sacred place, democracy was attacked — simply attacked. The will of the people was under assault. The Constitution — our Constitution — faced the gravest of threats. Outnumbered and in the face of a brutal attack, the Capitol […]
Washington, DC…Good morning, and thanks for joining us. Today, Dr. Walensky will provide an update, and Dr. Fauci will present the latest science on Omicron. I’ll start by briefly underscoring the key points the President made yesterday. The coming weeks are going to be challenging. We’re going to see cases continue to rise because Omicron […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Held a Special Meeting yesterday on State of Emergency for Winter Storms. The video replay is below..
Phillips Station, CA…The Department of Water Resources (DWR) conducted the first snow survey of the season at Phillips Station. Early winter storms this month provided a strong start to the season and some drought relief, but California remains in a drought. The Dec. 30th manual survey recorded 78.5 inches of snow depth and a snow […]
Washington, DC…Remarks by President Biden Before Meeting on COVID-19 THE PRESIDENT: Folks. THE VICE PRESIDENT: Happy New Year, everyone. PARTICIPANTS: Happy New Year. THE PRESIDENT: The Admiral is in the house. SURGEON GENERAL MURTHY: Hi, sir. How are you? THE PRESIDENT: How are you? Well, since we’re more than 10 feet apart while we’re speaking, […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Board of Supervisors to Hold Special Meeting on State of Emergency for Winter Storms. The full agenda is below… CALAVERAS COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS GARY TOFANELLI CHRISTA VON LATTA DISTRICT 1 COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER JOHN “JACK” GARAMENDI SARAH EDWARDS DISTRICT 2 COUNTY COUNSEL MERITA CALLAWAY REBECCA TURNER DISTRICT 3 CLERK OF […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Angels Camp City Council meeting will be held back in the cozy confines of the Angels Fire House on Vallecito Road. The public portion of the meeting starts at 6pm. The full agenda is below… CITY HALL CITY OF ANGELS PO Box 667, 200 Monte Verda St. Suite B, Angels Camp, CA […]
Placerville, CA – Visitors are reminded that the annual seasonal closure of native surface roads, also known as dirt roads, will go into effect on the Eldorado National Forest on Saturday, January 1, 2022. These roads will remain closed until at least April 1. The seasonal closure is designed to protect roadbeds and watersheds from […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement regarding the death of Betty White, trailblazing actress, Emmy-award winner, and California Hall of Famer: “Jennifer and I were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Betty White, actress, comedian, and cultural icon. “Betty was a trailblazer, and easily one of the most beloved and lasting […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency in several counties across the state to support the ongoing response to recent winter storms. The emergency proclamation supports response and recovery efforts, including expanding access to state resources for counties under the California Disaster Assistance Act to support their recovery and response efforts, directing the […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom highlighted new bills signed into law in 2021 that will go into effect January 1, 2022, including historic measures to expand worker protections, tackle the state’s housing crisis, redress historical injustices, increase voter access and more. “In partnership with the Legislature, we’ve advanced hundreds of new bills this year to make […]
Elk Grove, CA…Loretta Joy McClintock, known to all as Lori, died unexpectedly at home on December 15, 2021 at the age of 61. She was born on Mother’s Day, May 8, 1960 in Grand Haven, Michigan to Rev. TJ Davis and Marilyn Huizenga. Lori grew up in Spring Lake, Traverse City and Webberville, Michigan. She […]
San Andreas, CA…Due to extreme cold and the risk to the public the Calaveras County Warming Centers in Arnold, West Point, and Murphys will re-open at 12 pm. Warming Centers Arnold Independence Hall West Point Community Hall 1445 Blagen Road 22283 Highway 26 Arnold, CA 95223 West Point, CA 95255 12 pm – 8 pm […]
Henderson, NV…Harry Mason Reid Jr., December 2, 1939 – December 28, 2021 was an American lawyer and politician who served as a United States senator from Nevada from 1987 to 2017. He led the Senate Democratic Caucus from 2005 to 2017 and was the Senate Majority Leader from 2007 to 2015. From the Whitehouse…”From humble […]
San Andreas, CA…Due to extreme cold and the risk to the public, Calaveras County announces the opening of Warming Centers in Arnold, West Point, and Murphys with a Shelter location in Murphys. All sites will be open from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. Warming Centers Arnold Independence 1445 Blagen Road Arnold, CA 95223 3 pm […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County is receiving extreme weather conditions including high winds, freezing temperatures, severe rains and snow that has caused power outages throughout the county, and made travel extremely difficult. Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services (OES) is working with operational partners throughout the county to clear roads, and restore power. Mountain Impact: • […]
Silver Spring, MD…Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for Pfizer’s Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets, co-packaged for oral use) for the treatment of mild-to-moderate coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in adults and pediatric patients (12 years of age and older weighing at least 40 kilograms or about 88 pounds) with positive […]
Sacramento, CA…The Omicron variant is spreading across the world so we’re stepping up our efforts to get more people boosted and keep Californians safer. California will require all healthcare workers to get their boosters.