Murphys, CA…Enjoy two days of spring weekend fun in Calaveras Wine Country. 1-day and 2-day tickets include a commemorative wineglass, a wristband for special tasting flights at 27 participating tasting rooms, and a weekend guide with maps. Advance ticketing is required as this event will sell out. Catch the spring bloom and early bud break […]
Columbia, CA…Columbia College campus will be CLOSED on Wednesday, February 16, and Thursday, February 17, due to a facilities issue. Students, check your email for details and info from your instructor(s). Online classes and remote services will continue. Employees should work remotely. The Men’s Basketball game on Wednesday, February 16 is postponed and the game […]
Ione, CA…After careful consideration, I have decided to formally announce my retirement from the Ione Police Department. My last scheduled day at the Department will be March 31, 2022. I would like to take this opportunity to thank my family, friends, the Mayor and City Council, the City Manager, the members of the Ione Police […]
Jackson, CA…On Monday, February 14, Hospice of Amador & Calaveras announced the eight lucky winners in the 13 th Annual ‘Take a Chance on Love’ Valentine’s Day Drawing at the Jackson Hospice Thrift Store which was livestreamed on KVGC Radio and Facebook. Executive Director Ariane Debien said, “I am truly overwhelmed to learn of the community’s […]
Angels Camp, CA…Residents of Calaveras County may be surprised to learn that Albert Michelson, the first American scientist awarded the Nobel Prize, lived in Murphys, CA as a child. A plaque marks the location of his childhood home on Main Street. This piece of local folklore continues to be an inspiration for many. A small […]
Murphys, CA…Trifilo Garden Center is a local, family-owned business located in Murphys, California. It is a full-service nursery with a variety of flowers, trees, shrubs, indoor/outdoor plants, succulents, and more. We feature native and local plants and trees, offer a wide-variety of supplies, and provide an environment of inspiration for all types of gardeners. We […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…In 1950, we started out as a family operation with Erich’s father and mother, August and Freida Sender, in a century-old adobe building. The upstairs was home to the Sender family, and the first floor included groceries, a meat market, a bar, and a small eating place called Opa’s Smokehouse. On Christmas morning […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Angels Camp & Murphys, CA…Our Weekly Meat, Produce, Deli, Cheese and Bakery Specials. Angels Food and Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad Feb 16th ~ 22nd. Shop Local ~ Buy Local Quality Food and Hometown Service!
Bear Valley, CA…A spectacular day at the 49th Annual Bjornloppet XC Ski Race in Bear Valley. A total of 64 skiers competed on both classic and skate skis over three courses (5K, 10K, & 20K). Conditions were fast and spicy, and many smiles were had amongst new and old friends. The race results will be […]
San Andreas, CA…Earn competitive pay and incentive bonuses, while building a rewarding law enforcement career that has real impact on your community. Apply now to join our family. Live, work, and play in the beautiful landscape that is Calaveras County. Talk to a recruiter and start your law enforcement career today.
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Board of Supervisors are back in action today. Covid updates, Kindness Week and more are on the agenda. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 2/15/2022 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 […]
Pingguoyuan, China….This evening local Olympian Keely Cashman flew down the Olympic Downhill course and was the highest placing US Skier. She placed 17th one place ahead of Mikaela Shiffrin. Congratulations Keely!! She was 27th in her first race and jumped 10 placings in her second to 17th! Keely’s early racing years were spent here locally […]
Arnold, CA…Detailed forecast from the National Weather Service in Sacramento for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Tonight, Mostly cloudy. At higher elevations, a chance of rain and snow showers in the late evening and early morning. Snow showers late in the night. At lower elevations, a chance of rain showers late in the evening. […]
Arnold, CA…Heading to Bear Valley? SNAC Arnold rents downhill skis, snowboards, snowshoes and trail skis. Seasonal leasing packages also available! Snow conditions can vary considerably, even in the space of one day! An expert tune and wax will get your skis ready to make the most of all of it. Come into SNAC and get […]
Arnold, CA…Now serving our HOUSE-SMOKED BBQ Thursday- Sunday, 12:00- 6:00 p.m. Make sure to snag your complementary Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding with the purchase of any BBQ Platter or Family Feast, this week only! Don’t feel like cooking dinner tonight? Take a peak at our menu & see what sparks your interest. Click the menu […]
Murphys, CA…Enjoy a delicious meal, meet the Easter Bunny and participate in our yearly Easter Egg Hunt provided by the Lions Club. This is one of our events that you definitely don’t want to miss! 9 am and 11:30 am seating. Click Here to reserve a table.
Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county, and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]
Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform various operations next week on State Route 88. Work is scheduled as follows: Route 88 • One lane and both shoulders will be closed for utility work between Martin Lane to Route 124 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 17, 2022. • […]
Calaveras County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform various operations next week on State Routes 4, 12, 26 and 49. Work is scheduled as follows: Route 4 • Moving lane closure from Horseshoe Drive to Main Street for striping operations beginning Monday, February 14, through Thursday, February 17, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to […]
Murphys, CA… Black Sheep Winery arrived in Murphys with the 1984 harvest. From that first harvest we produced our 1984 Amador Zinfandel. The wine was styled in a big, bold way like nobody else could do. That’s what makes us Black Sheep; we’re different from the rest of the flock. We feature small batches of […]
San Andreas, CA…Closed session will begin at 5:30 p.m. and Open session will begin at 6:00 p.m. Attendees may phone in using the information listed on the agenda at www.calaverasusd.com. Click Here to see full agenda.
Angels Camp, CA…This meeting will be held at Angels Fire House, 1404 Vallecito Road and will be open to public. Masks will be required. Regardless of vaccination status. It starts at 5:00 p.m. CITY COUNCIL appreciates your interest and encourages your participation. Regularly scheduled meeting are held the 1 st and 3rd Tuesday of each […]
Arnold, CA…It’s a great day for viewing the Super Bowl and we’re ready at the club, with our t.v.s on and our game day menu ! Open seating, open to the public.
San Andreas, CA…A-1 has been Serving Calaveras county, central California valley and surrounding areas since 2007. They offer full service repair and sales of tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, logsplitters, generators and rototillers. In addition, they provide sharpening service for chainsaws, mower blades and circular saw blades. They are located at 660 E. St. Charles St, […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Sonora, CA…Chester and push horse rescue was inspired by two senior horses in search of a forever home. Our Equine Therapy Programs enhance the quality of life for those suffering from PTSD, depression, anxieties, autism and other illnesses. Free horse rides for the kids, Kissing Booth with the Horses, Raffle, Auction, and Door Prizes, BBQ […]
Columbia, CA…(From Tuolumne Fire Dept.)…Yesterday at about 4:35pm TCFD Station 79 Columbia College Firefighters became aware of a possible propane tank fire on campus. The crew came up on the air en route to the incident and requested additional assistance. A CAL FIRE Battalion Chief and engine and a CAL FIRE/TCFD engine from TCFD Station […]