Bear Valley, CA…This morning, first responders met the Calaveras High School Football team as they prepared to travel to Southern California for the CIF Division 5A State Championship Game. On behalf of Calaveras County, we wish you good luck.
Bear Valley, CA…Chuck Toeniskoetter will be the 2025 Honoree! There will also be a photo presentation of photos by Robert Chamberlian photo presentation mostly from December 1967, the Bear Valley early days. The event is free and open to the public. The event is tomorrow night December 13th! Don’t miss it!! A volunteer organization, founded […]
Angels Camp, CA…Bret Harte is now home to the newest member school competing in the California-Nevada Interscholastic Ski & Snowboard Federation (CNISSF). Joining the “South 1” division, the Bret Harte Ski & Snowboarding Team will compete alongside Amador/Argonaut, El Dorado, Oak Ridge, Ponderosa and Union Mine High Schools at Sierra at Tahoe and their home […]
San Andreas, CA…A huge shoutout to the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office in San Andreas, CA for hosting this outstanding FBI-LEEDA course. Thank you to instructor Luis Soler for delivering exceptional training and equipping these leaders with the tools they need to excel. These graduates are ready to lead with confidence, integrity, and purpose. The future of […]
San Andreas, CA…On November 5, 2025, the Calaveras Sheriff’s Office School Resource Deputy and Evidence Technician participated in the annual “Dinner with a Scientist” event held at Mark Twain Hall at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds. The event was hosted by the Calaveras County Office of Education. Dinner with a Scientist gives 4th-12th grade students a […]
Angels Camp, CA…Senior Peyton Heermance earned national honors last Friday October 31st in Indianapolis when he was declared the 2025 National FFA Agricultural Proficiency in Veterinary Science Champion at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo. Heermance was also named the California FFA State Veterinary Science Proficiency Award Champion in April at the 97th Annual […]
Murphys, CA…Calaveras County school board members and superintendents from all five school districts gathered last Thursday for the annual School Board Dinner, hosted by Calaveras County Superintendent of Schools, Jared Hungerford. The event featured guest speaker Yuri Calderon, Executive Director of the Small School Districts Association (SSDA), accompanied by Amy Roehl, SSDA’s Director of Programs […]
Arnold, CA…Diy candle bar fundraiser! Hosted by Ace Hardware. What’s included:One pre-wicked glass candle jar base. A metal lid to seal your jar after each use Mix & match up to five choices of fall scented wax beads Scent options:Sticky buns Apple strudel Carmel corn Rake pile leaf Brown butter pumpkin Now until September 30th!Give […]
San Andreas, CA…In this insightful episode of Be Prepared Calaveras, Martha Rubin sits down with Scott Nanik, Superintendent of Bret Harte Union High School District, and Ronald J. Estes, Interim Superintendent of Calaveras Unified School District, to talk about the start of the new school year. They discuss how families can stay informed, get involved, […]
Calaveras Big Trees State Park, CA…This past Saturday, Calaveras Big Trees State Park welcomed educators from Amador, Calaveras, and Tuolumne counties for the 4th Annual Celebrate Teachers event, hosted at the park’s historic Jack Knight Hall. Teachers enjoyed free park admission for a day of exploration, professional connections, and resource sharing to inspire student engagement […]
Murphys, CA…The Calaveras Historical Society met at Brice Station for an entertaining and informative presentation on the development of Brice Station and Quyle Kilns.
Angels Camp, CA…After weeks of hard work the curtain finally rises TONIGHT! Our incredible cast is ready to bring The Little Mermaid to life and you won’t want to miss a single moment. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s waiting for you! What happens when a loyal crab, a furious French chef, and a runaway […]
Angels Camp, CA…After weeks of hard work the curtain finally rises TONIGHT! Our incredible cast is ready to bring The Little Mermaid to life and you won’t want to miss a single moment. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s waiting for you! What happens when a loyal crab, a furious French chef, and a runaway […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Bret Harte Athletic Hall of Fame selection committee is pleased to announce the selection of seven individuals and one team for induction into the Hall of Fame as the class of 2025. The 2025 Induction Ceremony will be deferred and combined with the 2026 Induction Ceremony tentatively scheduled for the fall of […]
Atwater, CA…On Monday, July 28, 2025 the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) will open a new training center in Merced County, located at the former Castle Air Force Base in Atwater. The Atwater Training Center will provide comprehensive training and education to CAL FIRE personnel to ensure readiness and effectiveness in […]
Murphys, CA…Join Mark and Rae Davis for a discussion about the fascinating life and legacy of Civil War Surgeon Jonathan Letterman that earned him the title, “The Father of Modern Military Medicine,” and how his achievements touch our civilian lives each and every day. Attendees will get to view both reproduction and original Civil War […]
Arnold, CA…Meet at the scenic overlook for an evening under the stars. Science, myths and stories will bring the night sky down to you. Time (Friday) 8:30 pm Calaveras Big Trees State Park Hwy 4 Arnold, CA 95223 Calaveras Big Trees Association (209) 795-1196 | http://bigtrees.org/ P.O. Box 1196 Arnold, CA 95223-1196 Cost $10
Angels Camp, CA…The Bret Harte Union High School District is proud to announce that Superintendent Scott Nanik has been appointed to two key statewide boards focused on the future of California public education: the Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) Board, representing Region 6, and the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Artificial Intelligence […]
Murphys, CA – The beloved community fundraiser Chicken in a Barrel is back on Saturday, June 7 from 12–5 PM at Murphys Community Park —and it’s shaping up to be our biggest event yet! All proceeds support the students of Albert Michelson Elementary School , and the entire community is invited to come out, enjoy […]
Arnold, CA…Join retired National Park Service Rangers Mary Anne Carlton and Nancy Muleady-Mecham as they share their extensive knowledge of the ecology and history of the Arnold Rim Trail and its environs. These gently paced walks meet at the Sierra Nevada Logging Museum in White Pines at 9 am, follow the paved ADA trail, and […]
Arnold, CA…At Hewn hopefully they can give you hope if you are starting on your homesteading dreams right now, where you are in life even if you have no budget! They are here to help you start down the path regardless of how much money you have (or don’t have). This video is about if […]
Murphys, CA…Quyle Kilns, a cornerstone of Northern California’s pottery scene for 71 years, is hosting its second-ever Clay Confluence on May 24, 25, 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This three-day event will be a fun gathering of ceramic artists, ceramics businesses, and collectors, featuring demonstrations, contests, and hands-on activities for all skill levels. […]
Arnold, CA…Superb guided nature walk on the Arnold Rim Trail this Saturday May 10th! Well behaved dogs on leashes welcomed. Join retired National Park Service Rangers Mary Anne Carlton and Nancy Muleady-Mecham as they share their extensive knowledge of the ecology and history of the Arnold Rim Trail and its environs. These gently paced walks […]
Angels Camp, CA…Studio 4 Dance Theater proudly announces its much-anticipated annual Student Showcase, set to dazzle audiences at the Bret Harte Theater in Angels Camp this May. Mark your calendars for an inspiring display of talent, creativity, and hard work as our dancers bring a vibrant mix of dance styles to the stage. This year’s […]
Arnold, CA…Columbia College Fire & Forestry Departments will be at The BE FIRE WISE EVENT on May 3RD with a special activity for kids…so families please come…9:00-!2:00. free BBQ Lunch provided by CAL WASTE. Independence Hall 1445 Blagen Rd, White Pines, Arnold. see you there, Be prepared!!!!
Arnold, CA…Guided Nature Walk: Get to Know Your Conifers, May 3 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am. Join retired National Park Service Rangers Mary Anne Carlton and Nancy Muleady-Mecham as they share their extensive knowledge of the ecology and history of the Arnold Rim Trail and its environs. These gently paced walks meet at the […]
Arnold, CA…Columbia College Fire & Forestry Departments will be at The BE FIRE WISE EVENT on May 3RD with a special activity for kids…so families please come…9:00-!2:00. free BBQ Lunch provided by CAL WASTE. Independence Hall 1445 Blagen Rd, White Pines, Arnold. see you there, Be prepared!!!!
Mountain Ranch, CA…The California 4-H Youth Development Program proudly announces the selection of Cecilia O’Geen as a 2025–2026 California 4-H State Ambassador. O’Geen joins a distinguished cohort of youth leaders dedicated to advancing 4-H’s mission of leadership, service, and education across the state. The California 4-H State Ambassador Program recognizes exceptional 4-H members who […]
Washington, DC…The U.S. Department of Education announced its Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) will resume collections of its defaulted federal student loan portfolio on Monday, May 5th. The Department has not collected on defaulted loans since March 2020. Resuming collections protects taxpayers from shouldering the cost of federal student loans that borrowers willingly undertook […]
Murphys, CA…Quyle Kilns is located at Brice Station in Murphys and has been in business since 1957. There are many amazing potters represented in the showroom. Lessons are available. #ruralliving #calaverascounty #outandaboutinthemotherlode #pottery
