Calaveras Supervisors to Pass Proclamation Recognizing the 2019 Valedictorian & Salutatorian from Bret Harte High School

Calaveras Supervisors to Pass Proclamation Recognizing the 2019 Valedictorian & Salutatorian from Bret Harte High School

San Andreas, CA…Proclamation Recognizing the 2019 Valedictorian & Salutatorian from Bret Harte High School. WHEREAS, each year Bret Harte High School selects one student with the highest grade point average to be the Valedictorian, and one student with the second highest grade point average to be the Salutatorian; and WHEREAS, the coursework completed is difficult […]

Proclamation Recognizing the 2019 Valedictorians from Calaveras High School

Proclamation Recognizing the 2019 Valedictorians from Calaveras High School

San Andreas, CA…Proclamation Recognizing the 2019 Valedictorians from Calaveras High School WHEREAS, each year an elite group of students meets the academic standard necessary to be declared Valedictorians of their graduating high school class; and WHEREAS, the coursework completed is difficult and the competition for such an honor is competitive; and WHEREAS, these students serve […]

Railtown 1897 to Celebrate as Historic Steam Locomotive Baldwin No. 28 Returns to Service

Railtown 1897 to Celebrate as Historic Steam Locomotive Baldwin No. 28 Returns to Service

Jamestown, CA…Railtown 1897 State Historic Park, California State Parks and the California State Railroad Museum Foundation proudly invite families, friends and rail fans of all ages to celebrate the return to service for the historic steam locomotive Baldwin No. 28 on Saturday, June 1, 2019. To mark the special occasion, guests to Railtown 1897 State […]

Calaveras County Master Gardeners’ Plant Sale

Calaveras County Master Gardeners’ Plant Sale

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Master Gardeners’ Demonstration Garden will be open on Saturday May 25 from 10AM – 1PM. Plant sale this month from 10am -12pm. The Demonstration Garden is located at the County Government Center, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. PLANT SALE NOTE: Find a diverse selection of hardy and heirloom vegetables. […]

Mornings with the One Percent™ Will Be Live From A Plan 4 Me FREE Health Seminar at 11am (Video Replay Below)

Mornings with the One Percent™ Will Be Live From  A Plan 4 Me FREE Health Seminar at 11am  (Video Replay Below)

Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings from 7-10am. 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 […]

Calaveras Students Flex Their Math Muscles

Calaveras Students Flex Their Math Muscles

San Andreas – On May 21st, students from all across Calaveras County flexed their math muscles at the 39th Annual Math Mini Bowl competition at Calaveras River Academy/Mountain Oaks in San Andreas. This year students ran into the competition as their schools were announced, music pumping and spotlights dancing. Excitement mounted as each team prepared […]

U.S. School Spending Per Pupil Increased for Fifth Consecutive Year!

U.S. School Spending Per Pupil Increased for Fifth Consecutive Year!

Washington, DC….The amount spent per pupil for public elementary and secondary education (prekindergarten through 12th grade) for all 50 states and the District of Columbia increased by 3.7% to $12,201 per pupil during the 2017 fiscal year, compared to $11,763 per pupil in 2016, according to new tables released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. The increase […]

Madison Wolfman is the 2019 Calaveras Saddle Queen

Madison Wolfman is the 2019 Calaveras Saddle Queen

Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)..Participating in the Saddle Queen Scholarship Competition this year was Kyndal Castle, Macy Liotta, Savannah Stinnett, Madison Wolfman and Delaney Grace. The young women competed for several scholarships as well as special awards. The competition was directed by McKensey and Tammy Middleton. The competition was sponsored by Gold Electric.

Katherine Sharp is Your New 2019 Miss Calaveras! Full Video & Over 60 Photos!

Katherine Sharp is Your New 2019 Miss Calaveras!  Full Video & Over 60 Photos!

Angels Camp, CA…Katherine Sharp, a 17 year old graduate from Connecting Waters Charter School. Katherine has grown up in Mountain Ranch and she loves serving as Vice President in her local 4H club and riding horses. In the fall, she plans on attending UCLA to pursue a degree in neuroscience. It was an interesting evening […]

The 12th Annual Kid’s Day in the Garden

The 12th Annual Kid’s Day in the Garden

San Andreas, CA…At the San Andreas Demo Garden. Morning only activity 10am to NOON. Free Activities May Include (we’re still planning): Kids’ Cooking, Sensory Area, Plant Flowers to take home, Nature Art, Explore the World of Worms, Make a Book Bag, Face Painting, Music. Event occurs on 05/11/2019 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Union UC Workers Will Strike Over Outsourcing on May 16th

Union UC Workers Will Strike Over Outsourcing on May 16th

Oakland, CA…Citing repeated violations of California law in the University of California’s efforts to outsource thousands of frontline jobs, the UC’s Service and Patient Care workers have notified University administrators of their intention to mount a single-day Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike on May 16th. The notice follows three ULP charges filed against UC last […]

The Music & Minds Matter Benefit Concert at Twisted Oak

The Music & Minds Matter Benefit Concert at Twisted Oak

Murphys, CA April 19, 2019: The Mind Matters Clinic in Murphys, CA is hosting an outdoor concert and silent auction fundraiser event at Twisted Oak Winery at 4280 Red Hills Rd., Vallecito, CA on the evening of June 22, 2019. The event will feature bluegrass and folk music by the Magnolia Rhythm Trio, jazz by […]

The 14th Annual Gold Rush Writers Conference at Hotel Leger – May 3, 4, 5, 2019

The 14th Annual Gold Rush Writers Conference at Hotel Leger  – May 3, 4, 5, 2019

Mokelumne Hill, CA…The 14th annual Gold Rush Writers Conference will be held May 3 – 5th in the picturesque Gold Country town of Mokelumne Hill at the historic Hotel Leger. The goal of the Gold Rush Writers Conference is to provide creative writers of all levels a chance to learn from established professionals through workshops, […]

A Dose of Reality Gets Local Students “On-The-Right-Track”

A Dose of Reality Gets Local Students “On-The-Right-Track”

San Andreas & Angels Camp, CA…High school seniors from both Bret Harte and Calaveras High Schools got a taste of adult life last week during the Second Annual “On the Right Track” program sponsored by the Calaveras Chamber of Commerce. The program is one-day event that brings students and the community together to equip students […]

It’s Time to PARTY for Youth Mentoring! Sunday, May 26, 2019, Vida Buena Farm, Vallecito

It’s Time to PARTY for Youth Mentoring!  Sunday, May 26, 2019, Vida Buena Farm, Vallecito

Vallecito, CA…Memorial Day weekend boasts more than just garage sales this year…Visitors and community members alike can celebrate Calaveras County’s award-winning Mentoring Program at THE PARTY on Sunday, May 26, 2019, from 6-10pm at Vida Buena Farm, 3286 Vallecito Bypass Road, Vallecito. This year’s theme is “Boots and Bling” and tickets are only $40 per […]

Chronic Disease Self-Management was Focus of “A Plan 4 Me” Free Health Seminar on April 23rd (Replay Below)

Chronic Disease Self-Management was Focus of “A Plan 4 Me” Free Health Seminar on April 23rd (Replay Below)

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC), founded in 1951, is located at 768 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA. It became a member of Dignity Health, formerly Catholic Healthcare West, in 1996. The facility is a not-for-profit, 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serving all of Calaveras County, California. Over 300 employees provide the necessary services. […]

The 3rd Annual “Ladies’ Night Out Bingo”

The 3rd Annual “Ladies’ Night Out Bingo”

Murphys, CA…It’s that time again, when Bret Harte Grad Night is having their 3rd annual “Ladies’ Night Out Bingo” All proceeds to benefit – Bret Harte High School Grad Night 2019. Doors open at 5:00 pm – No host bar, Soup and salad served at 6:00 pm. Followed by coffee, dessert and BINGO. Fabulous prizes […]

The 2019 Ebbetts Pass Corridor Wildfire Community Preparedness Meeting is May 4th

The 2019 Ebbetts Pass Corridor Wildfire Community Preparedness Meeting is May 4th

Arnold, CA…The Annual Arnold & Ebbetts Pass Corridor Wildfire Community Preparedness Meeting. Is Saturday, May 4th, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Independence Hall, 1445 Blagen Road in Arnold. This annual meeting is a great way to raise awareness of wildfire risks in our area and how to mitigate that risk and be prepared […]

Chronic Disease Self-Management is Focus of “A Plan 4 Me” Free Health Seminar on April 23rd

Chronic Disease Self-Management is Focus of “A Plan 4 Me” Free Health Seminar on April 23rd

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC), founded in 1951, is located at 768 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA. It became a member of Dignity Health, formerly Catholic Healthcare West, in 1996. The facility is a not-for-profit, 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serving all of Calaveras County, California. Over 300 employees provide the necessary services. […]

Miss California to host the Miss Calaveras Scholarship Pageant May 16, 2019

Miss California to host the Miss Calaveras Scholarship Pageant May 16, 2019

Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)..The Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee is excited to announce that MacKenzie Freed will be hosting the Miss Calaveras Scholarship Pageant on May 16, 2019. MacKenzie is Miss California 2018. She is a Lodi native with local ties to Calaveras County. She has a passion for children “Imagine a world […]

The 14th Annual Gold Rush Writers Conference at Hotel Leger – May 3, 4, 5, 2019

The 14th Annual Gold Rush Writers Conference at Hotel Leger  – May 3, 4, 5, 2019

Mokelumne Hill, CA…The 14th annual Gold Rush Writers Conference will be held May 3 – 5th in the picturesque Gold Country town of Mokelumne Hill at the historic Hotel Leger. The goal of the Gold Rush Writers Conference is to provide creative writers of all levels a chance to learn from established professionals through workshops, […]

“THE PARTY – Boots and Bling” Sunday, May 26, 2019 Vida Buena Farm, Vallecito

“THE PARTY – Boots and Bling”  Sunday, May 26, 2019  Vida Buena Farm, Vallecito

Vallecito, CA…THE PARTY is moving out to the barn! Grab your boots and bling and mark your calendar to join the fun on Sunday, May 26, 2019, from 6-10pm at Vida Buena Farm, 3286 Vallecito Bypass Road, Vallecito. The atmosphere will be relaxed yet festive in celebration of this year’s “Boots and Bling” theme; and […]

Christine Saul Named April 2019 Mentor of the Month

Christine Saul Named April 2019 Mentor of the Month

Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program is delighted to name Arnold resident Christine Saul as its April 2019 Mentor of the Month. Christine has been matched with her twelve-year-old mentee, Aeryn, for almost a year and a half. “Christine is the perfect mentor for Aeryn,” said Kathryn Eustis, director of Student Support Services for […]

Calaveras County 2019 Teachers of the Year

Calaveras County 2019 Teachers of the Year

Murphys, CA…Each year the Angels-Murphy Rotary recognizes one teacher from each of the districts within Calaveras County and one teacher from the Calaveras County Office of Education. Recipients this year, from left to right, are Gordon Sadler, Bret Harte High School; Gigi Young, Copperopolis Elementary; Audrey Smith, West Point Elementary; Jared Hungerford, Calaveras County Office […]

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