President Donald J. Trump Departure Ceremony
Joint Base Andrews, MD…President Donald J. Trump Departure Ceremony
President Trump Pardons 73 & Commutes Sentences of 70.
Washington, DC…President Donald J. Trump granted pardons to 73 individuals and commuted the sentences of an additional 70 individuals. Details are below… Todd Boulanger – President Trump granted a full pardon to Todd Boulanger. Mr. Boulanger’s pardon is supported by numerous friends, as well as by past and present business associates. In 2008, Mr. Boulanger […]
Farewell Address of President Donald J. Trump
Washington, DC…My fellow Americans: Four years ago, we launched a great national effort to rebuild our country, to renew its spirit, and to restore the allegiance of this government to its citizens. In short, we embarked on a mission to make America great again — for all Americans. As I conclude my term as the […]
President-elect Biden Announces Key Nominations for the Department of State
Washington, DC…. This is a team of experienced, crisis-tested leaders with diverse backgrounds and fresh perspectives ready to reinvigorate the State Department and U.S. diplomacy with a foreign policy that delivers for the American people Last Saturday, President-elect Joe Biden announced key nominations for the Department of State who will work closely with Secretary of […]
Statement from President-elect Biden on Religious Freedom Day, 1/16/21
Washington, DC…. Two hundred and thirty-five years ago, the Virginia General Assembly passed Thomas Jefferson’s landmark Statute for Religious Freedom, laying a foundation of liberty to be enshrined in our Constitution and passed down through the generations. Today, Religious Freedom Day, is a symbol of that commitment — and a reminder that the work of […]
Readout of HHS Secretary-designate Xavier Becerra’s Meeting with Disability Community Organizations
Washington, D.C…. Last Friday, Health and Human Services Secretary-designate Xavier Becerra joined leaders from disability organizations for a virtual roundtable discussion. Becerra first thanked the leaders for their time and counsel, their fight to make sure all people in this country are included when discussing access to quality health care, and for their critical work […]
Governor Newsom Formally Appoints Alex Padilla to the U.S. Senate and Nominates Dr. Shirley Weber as Secretary of State
Sacramento, CA…From yesterday…”As Americans celebrate the legacy of civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his work to expand voting rights and representation, Governor Gavin Newsom today formally submitted the appointment of Alex Padilla to become California’s first Latino U.S. Senator and the nomination of Assemblymember Dr. Shirley Weber to become the state’s […]
Wind Event Closes Yosemite National Park Today
Yosemite, CA…Park temporarily closed due to a continuing high wind event. Yosemite National Park will be closed today, Tuesday, January 19, 2021 due to a continuing high wind event, associated downed trees, debris, and damage to park facilities. Check for updates at 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1). The view from the Ahwahnee towards Half Dome […]
The Majority of U.S. Businesses Have Fewer Than Five Employees
Washington, DC…Small businesses are often hailed as a vital segment of our national and local economies and a primary driver of U.S. financial growth. But just what is a small business? Is it based on a company’s number of employees or sales? Is it defined by the size of individual business locations (“establishment”) or the […]
55 New Covid Cases & Death Toll Rises to 39 in Latest Tuolumne County Numbers
Sonora, CA…Tuolumne County is reporting 32 new community cases (20 Saturday, 12 Sunday) and 23 new SCC inmate cases (1 Saturday, 22 Sunday) for a total of 55 new cases over the weekend (Jan.16-17). One of the new cases is hospitalized and the remaining individuals appear to be isolating. Twenty-one individuals have been released from […]
The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action January 19th!
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action January 19th! The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Special Meeting 1/19/2021 9:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Staff Announcements This is […]
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s. “I Have A Dream” Speech As Delivered August 28, 1963
Washington, DC…As we celebrate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s. federal holiday we thought it was appropriate to share with you his iconic “I Have A Dream” speech. It was delivered on August 28, 1963. We have the full text of the speech and video as well. “I Have a Dream” Speech Text…..I am happy […]
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris Announce Additional Members of the Office of the Vice President
Washington, D.C…. Yesterday, President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris announced additional members of the White House staff. These qualified, experienced, and talented individuals will join the Office of the Vice President. “These experienced and qualified appointees bring diverse perspectives and a shared commitment that will be critical to tackling the many challenges facing […]
City of Angels City Council Agenda January 19, 2021
Angels Camp, CA… This meeting will be held in accordance with executive order N-29-20, issued by California Governor Gavin Newsom on March 17, 2020, The Ralph M. Brown Act (California Government Code Section 54950, ET SEQ.), and The Federal Americans With Disabilities Act. This meeting will not be physically open to the public. All members […]
Governor Newsom Issues Proclamation Declaring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Sacramento, CA… Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring January 15, 2021, as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in the State of California. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. taught us that we are ultimately measured not by where we stand in moments of comfort and convenience, but by the stands we take during […]
Calaveras Public Health Launches New COVID-19 Dashboard – Announces Partnership with Mark Twain Medical Center to Vaccinate People 65 and Older in Efforts to Expand Vaccine Rollout
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Public Health Launches New COVID-19 Dashboard – Announces Partnership with Mark Twain Medical Center to Vaccinate People 65 and Older in Efforts to Expand Vaccine Rollout Calaveras Public Health announces the launch of a new COVID-19 dashboard. The interactive dashboard provides the community with local COVID-19 information. It will help minimize the […]
Adventist Health Sonora Partnering with Tuolumne County Public Health to Begin Phase 1B COVID-19 Vaccinations
Sonora, CA…Adventist Health Sonora is supporting the Tuolumne County Public Health Department and launching Phase 1B COVID-19 vaccinations with mass vaccination clinics planned for Tuolumne County residents age 75 and older. “I am really proud of our team for mobilizing quickly and vaccinating individuals eligible for Phase 1A vaccinations,” says Michelle Fuentes, Adventist Health Sonora […]
Calaveras County-Notice of Virtual Public Hearing for Potential Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Program
San Andreas, CA…NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County of Calaveras will conduct a virtual Public Hearing at 4:00PM., or soon thereafter, on January 19, 2021 via a Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96051945837?pwd=SU9ITXJydlp6b25XZFVvdDl2OHlkQT09 Meeting ID: 960 5194 5837 Passcode: 061960 to consider the following item: SUBJECT: POTENTIAL PROGRAM(S) FOR INCLUSION IN THE STATE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT […]
President-elect Joe Biden on the American Rescue Plan and Build Back Better Recovery Plan
Wilmington, DE…Good evening, my fellow Americans. It’s been three hundred and forty-three days since the virus that has ravaged our nation tragically claimed its first life. On February 6, 2020, Patricia Dowd took her last breath at home, under the California sun of Santa Clara. She was 57 years old. A beloved wife, mother, daughter, […]
Changes to State Vaccination Plan Affect More Than 10,000 Calaveras Residents
San Andreas, CA…Today, Governor Newsom announced that the state is modifying the state vaccination plan to move all people age 65 and older into Phase 1B, Tier 1. This represents more than 10,000 residents within Calaveras County, not including other categories of people that would also be included in Phase 1B. As of today, Calaveras […]
Congressman McClintock from House floor in Opposition to Impeachment
Washington, DC…Mr. Speaker: I didn’t like the President’s speech on January 6th. I thought he was wrong to assert that the Vice President and Congress can pick and choose which electoral votes to count. He was wrong to set such a confrontational tone in a politically tense situation. But what did he actually say? His […]
Nancy Pelosi on H.Res. 24, Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for Incitement of Insurrection
Washington, DC…Speaker Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the Floor of the House of Representatives in support of H.Res. 24, impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for incitement of insurrection. Below are the Speaker’s remarks: Speaker Pelosi. Thank you, Madam Speaker. I thank the gentleman for yielding and for his leadership. Madam Speaker, […]
Seniors 65+ Now Eligible to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine to Effectively and Efficiently Increase Vaccine Distribution, Reduce Hospitalizations and Save Lives
Sacramento, CA…. In order to increase the pace of COVID-19 vaccine distribution to those at greatest risk, the state is prioritizing individuals 65 and older to receive the vaccine as demand subsides among health care workers. “There is no higher priority than efficiently and equitably distributing these vaccines as quickly as possible to those who […]
Governor Newsom, Legislative Leaders on Safety Precautions at State Capitol
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego) and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood) issued the following statement today regarding the safety of the California State Capitol: “The Governor, Assembly and Senate are working together in close cooperation to ensure the safety of everyone who works in or visits the […]
Amador COVID-19 Update
Amador County, CA… Amador County Public Health reports one hundred and two new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total laboratory confirmed case count to 1,315, and 2 additional deaths since last Tuesday’s update. The individuals who passed were 2 males, 1 in their 60s and another in their 80s. The new cases include 51 males […]
Calaveras Public Health Reports 23 New Cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County – Community-Based Testing Sites Offer No-Cost Testing, Vaccine Rollout Continues to Move Forward
San Andreas, CA… On Tuesday, January 12, 2021, Calaveras Public Health confirmed 23 additional cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. To date, Calaveras Public Health reports a total of 945 confirmed cases of COVID-19. Of those cases, 879 cases have since recovered while 44 cases remain active. There have been a total of 22 confirmed […]
Mornings with the One Percent™ Board of Supervisors Meeting Replay!
Arnold, CA…This morning was the busy first full meeting of the year for the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors. It was also a joint meeting with the Angels Camp City Council for the first Covid centric hour. The full meeting is below… Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings from 7-10am. The premise […]
Calaveras Board Supervisors & Angels Camp City Council Hears Covid Update
San Andreas, CA…In this morning’s first hour which was a combined meeting of the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors and Angels Camp City Council covered an update on the status of Covid-19 in the county. Testing, Vaccines and more were the hot topics. Including in the first portion of the video is the election of […]
Free Calaveras County Covid Testing Locations & Dates Announced
San Andreas, CA…Free Calaveras County Covid Testing Locations & Dates Announced. See the flyers or scan the QR codes below. You can click on an image below for a larger version for easier QR Code scanning.
Calaveras County Rolls Out Vaccine Plan
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Public Health has rolled out a vaccine plan based on the California Department of Public Health’s vaccine allocation guidelines; vaccination is a key tool to ending this pandemic! Would you like to learn more about vaccinations? Check out these links: Vaccinate Calaveras: https://bit.ly/39snibL CDPH Allocation Guidelines: https://bit.ly/38y7lkY Vaccinate California: https://covid19.ca.gov/vaccines/