CAL FIRE Suspends Outdoor Residential Burning For Residents Living in Zone 1 (Below 3500’ Elevation)

CAL FIRE Suspends Outdoor Residential Burning For Residents Living in Zone 1 (Below 3500’ Elevation)

San Andreas, CA…As fire danger in the region increases, CAL FIRE Tuolumne -Calaveras Unit (TCU) has suspended all burn permits for outdoor, open residential burning in Zone 1 (below 3500’) within the State -Responsibility Area of Tuolumne County, Calaveras County, Eastern Stanislaus County and Eastern San Joaquin County. This suspension takes effect Wednesday, May 21, […]

Be Historic! Buy the Camp Connell General Store, A Profitable, Storied, Piece of History and Start Your Family’s Mountain Story Today!

Be Historic!  Buy the Camp Connell General Store, A Profitable, Storied, Piece of History and Start Your Family’s Mountain Story Today!

Camp Connell, CA…Everyone likes a good story. Or at least so the story is told. And it depends on who is telling the story too! For the last almost 9 years, the story teller has also been the main guy of a General Store located in the Sierra Mountains of California. He refers to his […]

Lyle Milton Palmer 1940 – 2025

Lyle Milton Palmer 1940 – 2025

Arnold, CA..It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lyle Milton Palmer, 84, who passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Lyle, also known as Butch, was born on April 19, 1940 in Shelby, Ohio. He was a proud member of the Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog […]

SNAC Summer Kickoff this Saturday from 12pm – 5pm! Don’t Miss It!!

SNAC Summer Kickoff this Saturday from 12pm – 5pm!  Don’t Miss It!!

Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…*We will be open 10am-6pm as usual on the day of the event. Let us sell your Canoe, Kayak, or SUP! We’re looking for high-quality, well-maintained boats! Interested in consigning? Send photos and details to bill@snacattack.com We can even pick up if you’re local! Here are some guidelines about what we’re […]

Calaveras County Civil Grand Jury Asks “Are We Running Out of Rock?”

Calaveras County Civil Grand Jury Asks “Are We Running Out of Rock?”

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County has a rich mining heritage dating back to the Gold Rush of the 1850s, though today its mines primarily produce sand, gravel, and aggregate, materials which are used in the construction of homes, businesses, and infrastructure projects throughout the County. On Monday, May 19, 2025, the 2024-2025 Calaveras County Civil Grand […]

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening, Give Your Dirt Some Love!

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening, Give Your Dirt Some Love!

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, […]

Drugs, Firearm and Stolen Guitars Found During Search Warrant

Drugs, Firearm and Stolen Guitars Found During Search Warrant

Sonora, CA…In the early hours of 5/2/25, TCSO Deputies responded to a restraining order violation at a residence on Enramada Drive in La Grange. Upon arrival, they spoke with the homeowner, 58-year-old Scott Bruno, and later located the restrained person, Samantha Meckenstock, hiding in the garage. Meckenstock was taken into custody without incident. A search […]

Let a Lettie bit of Love in Your Life!

Let a Lettie bit of Love in Your Life!

San Andreas, CA…Meet Lettie (A058872), a female Pit Bull mix, 7 months old and 32 pounds. Lettie is a sweet, gray-and-white pup who’s ready to leave shelter life behind and join a loving forever home. Shy at first, she’s been gaining confidence every day and showing her affectionate, playful side to everyone she meets. Lettie […]

Huge Memorial Day Savings at Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances! Deeply Rooted in Your Community Since 1955!

Huge Memorial Day Savings at Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances! Deeply Rooted in Your Community Since 1955!

Angels Camp, CA…When people buy from us, they don’t just get an appliance, piece of furniture or electronic; they become a member of our family, a family that is there for one another for the life of the product. Whether you want to stop by to learn more—or plan to purchase a major appliance, furniture […]

Spence Family Named 2025 Family of the Year by Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee

Spence Family Named 2025 Family of the Year by Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee

Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee is proud to announce the selection of the Spence Family as the 2025 Family of the Year. This honor recognizes their decades of service, leadership, and support for the Calaveras County Fair through their long-standing business, Spence Ranch Feed & Supply, and their deep commitment […]

Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad May 14 ~ 20! Shop Local Today!

Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad May 14 ~ 20!  Shop Local Today!

Angels Camp & Murphys, CA…Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad May 14 ~ 20! Shop Local Today! Angels Food Market, started by Harry Croshaw, has been serving the Calaveras community since 1935. Glen, Harry’s son, eventually took over the store and then passed it along to his son, Mike, who continues to operate […]

Sender’s Market Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through May 20th! Shop Local & Save!!

Sender’s Market Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through May 20th! Shop Local & Save!!

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 […]

(To Get You Hopped up for Today!) The 2024 Frog Jump Champion Lillian Fasano Jockeying “The Frog Father” & Over 2,000 Photos & Full Video

(To Get You Hopped up for Today!) The 2024 Frog Jump Champion Lillian Fasano Jockeying “The Frog Father” & Over 2,000 Photos & Full Video

Angels Camp, CA…(Our story from last year). As we say goodby to Frog Jump Season we though we would post a summary article that has the jump sequence photos of every finals jump which is over 2,000 photos in all, plus the full finals video as well. The 2024 Frog Jump Champion is 86 Years […]

The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County ~ By Mark Twain 1835-1910

The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County ~ By Mark Twain 1835-1910

Angels Camp, CA…In compliance with the request of a friend of mine, who wrote me from the East, I called on good-natured, garrulous old Simon Wheeler, and inquired after my friend’s friend, Leonidas W. Smiley, as requested to do, and I hereunto append the result. I have a lurking suspicion that Leonidas W. Smiley is […]

Don’t Miss Thompson Square Tonight at Frogtown!

Don’t Miss Thompson Square Tonight at Frogtown!

Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)… Thompson Square LIVE in Concert! Catch the award-winning country duo Thompson Square on the Main Stage at the Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee! Friday, May 16, 8:00 p.m.Included with Fair Admission! Come for the fun, stay for the music! #Frogtown2025 #ThompsonSquare #CountryConcert #CalaverasCountyFair

David L. True 1943 ~ 2025

David L. True 1943 ~ 2025

Valley Springs, CA…David L. True September 16, 1943 ~ May 10, 2025 (age 81).  David Lee True, 81, passed away on May 10, 2025, in Valley Springs, CA. David was born on September 16, 1943, in Oakland, CA. Online condolences can be made at https://www.dieboldfuneral.com/. Funeral arrangements were trusted to San Andreas Memorial Chapel, 254 West St. […]

Hwy 49 Closed this Morning for Frog Jump Youth Parade! Photos & Video from Last Year to Get You Hopping!

Hwy 49 Closed this Morning for Frog Jump Youth Parade!  Photos & Video from Last Year to Get You Hopping!

Angels Camp, CA…Temporary Road Closure for Annual Youth Parade. South Main Street will be closed from Bret Harte Road (near St. Patrick’s Church) to Vallecito Road on May 15, 2025 from 9:45 AM to approximately 11:00 AM for the annual Youth Parade. If you need to get around the road closure, use the Hwy 4 […]

Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad May 14 ~ 20! Shop Local Today!

Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad May 14 ~ 20!  Shop Local Today!

Angels Camp & Murphys, CA…Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad May 14 ~ 20! Shop Local Today! Angels Food Market, started by Harry Croshaw, has been serving the Calaveras community since 1935. Glen, Harry’s son, eventually took over the store and then passed it along to his son, Mike, who continues to operate […]

Deputies Investigating Disturbance Discover a Homicide in Valley Springs

Deputies Investigating Disturbance Discover a Homicide in Valley Springs

Valley Springs, CA…On May 11th, 2025, at approximately 09:40 A.M., Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to perform a welfare check regarding a disturbance in the 7000 block of McCauley Road in Valley Springs, CA. Upon arriving at the location, deputies found an unresponsive male inside the home, who was pronounced deceased at the […]