Caldor Fire Roars on to 90,107 Acres, 270 Structures Burned, 15 Damaged, 0% Containment & Fire Crosses Hwy 50

Caldor Fire Roars on to 90,107 Acres, 270 Structures Burned, 15 Damaged, 0% Containment & Fire Crosses Hwy 50

Grizzly Flats, CA…The fire activity in the early portion of the day increased due to the strong winds from the Southwest. The National Weather Service initiated a RED FLAG WARNING from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for strong southwest winds and low humidity. The main fire spread was to the northeast, aided by the winds […]

Caldor Fire Evening Friday Evening Update. 75,845 Acres, 15,000 Structures Threatened, 1,558 Total Personnel

Caldor Fire Evening Friday Evening Update.  75,845 Acres, 15,000 Structures Threatened, 1,558 Total Personnel

Grizzly Flats, CA…There was an increase in fire activity due to wind shifts in a southerly direction. The main fire spread was in a northeasterly direction towards Highway 50. Fire-damaged timber continues to cause rollout and ember cast that is aiding spotting distances up to a half-mile long in all areas. Due to very dry […]

Don’t Miss the Next Rabies & Microchip Clinic on September 4th at Spence Ranch!

Don’t Miss the Next Rabies & Microchip Clinic on September 4th at Spence Ranch!

San Andreas, CA…FREE drive-through rabies vaccinations & microchips for pets of Calaveras County residents. Sponsored by the Friends of Calaveras Animal Services (FOCAS), Calaveras Animal Services and Mike Hayes, DVM.  All dogs must be leashed and cats in carriers. For more info, contact 754-6509.

Support the Angels-Murphys Rotary Club & Bid Now!

Support the Angels-Murphys Rotary Club & Bid Now!

Murphys, CA…Even though SHRIMP FEED DINNERS ARE SOLD OUT, you can support Angels-Murphys Rotary’s projects & programs by bidding in our Silent Auction. bidpal.net/rotaryshrimpfeed/browse/all. Art & Furniture items will be on display at the event for you to get a closer look. All other items are online only – pick up Sunday 8/22 – Friday […]

Don’t Miss Grover Anderson at the Angels Camp Farmers Market Tonight at 5!!

Don’t Miss Grover Anderson at the Angels Camp Farmers Market Tonight at 5!!

Angels Camp, CA…Bring your blanket and basket, fill up on your weekly local foods and goods, grab dinner from one of our tasty food trucks, a cold beverage from the market bar— enjoy your Friday evening at our small town Farmers Market! We’re very happy to host Grover Anderson, a very pleasing local musician that […]

Music in the Park with the Sierra Blue All Star Band Tonight at Bistro Espresso

Music in the Park with the Sierra Blue All Star Band Tonight at Bistro Espresso

Arnold, CA…Come on out for #MusicInThePark with Sierra Blue All Star Band! Friday August 20th, 6-9pm. Remember to come early! Food starts at 5:30pm. Save room for dessert @bistro_creamery! #ShopLocal @cedar_center_arnold_ca with these fine shops! @timberhomestore @fine.things.arnold @peddlersmarket2018 @bistro_creamery @arnoldblackbearinn

Dignity Health and Anthem Reach New Agreement in California

Dignity Health and Anthem Reach New Agreement in California

San Andreas, CA…Dignity Health and Anthem Blue Cross (Anthem) announced that they have reached agreement on a new, multi-year contract that allows Anthem-insured patients to maintain in network access to Dignity Health services, facilities and providers. The new agreement is retroactive to July 15, the date the previous contract expired, and any care received since […]

Cal Trans Traffic Advisory on Hwy 4 and Hwy 26

Cal Trans Traffic Advisory on Hwy 4 and Hwy 26

Calaveras County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform various operations next week on State Routes 4 and 26. Work is scheduled to occur as follows: Route 4 • Crews will continue drainage work from Pennsylvania Gulch Road to Mitchler Street from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. beginning Monday, August 23, through Friday, August […]

Caldor Fire August 20th AM Update, 73,415 Acres, 6,905 Structures Threatened, 104 Destroyed, 1,118 Total Personnel

Caldor Fire August 20th AM Update, 73,415 Acres, 6,905 Structures Threatened, 104 Destroyed, 1,118 Total Personnel

Grizzly Flat, CA…Throughout the night there was active fire with short range spotting and rollout was still occurring in steep drainages from fire weakened timber. With historic drought conditions there is heavy dead and down fuels through the fire area. Northern California remains under fuels and fire behavior advisory. Due to ongoing damage assessment of […]

Zachary Luchetti 1973 – 2021

Zachary Luchetti 1973 – 2021

Murphys, CA… Zachary Luchetti 10/13/1973 – 8/18/2021. Zachary Luchetti, 47, of Murphys, passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at his home. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service – Calaveras. www.sierracremationservice.com

Carl Ermert 1940 – 2021

Carl Ermert 1940 – 2021

Twain Harte, CA… Carl Ermert 11/5/1940 – 8/14/2021. Carl Ermert, 80, of Twain Harte, passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Adventist Health Sonora. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service. www.sierracremationservice.com

Betty J. Miller 1940 – 2021

Betty J. Miller 1940 – 2021

Copperopolis, CA… Betty J. Miller 6/28/1940 – 8/14/2021. Betty J. Miller, 81, of Copperopolis, passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at her home. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service – Calaveras. www.sierracremationservice.com

Local Pro Choice Parents, Students & Community Members Addressed Bret Harte District Board

Local Pro Choice Parents, Students & Community Members Addressed Bret Harte District Board

Angels Camp, CA…As local school districts weigh virus concerns against personal freedoms a group of parents, students & community members demonstrated along Hwy 49 and then took their concerns inside to let the Bret Harte District Board know that they believe the health choices should be left up to the individuals. They told us before […]

Caldor Fire Amador County Evacuation Warnings

Caldor Fire Amador County Evacuation Warnings

Jackson, CA…Evacuation Warnings have been issued for the following areas south of the El Dorado-Amador County line from: • Shenandoah Road at the Amador County line west through the River Pines community, continuing west on Shenandoah Road to Ostrom Road. • South on Ostrom Road to Jibboom Street, west on Jibboom Street to Fiddletown Road. […]

Senders Market Ace Hardware August Red Hot Buys!

Senders Market Ace Hardware August Red Hot Buys!

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 […]

The 2021 Angels Camp Farmers Market Continues on Through September!

The 2021 Angels Camp Farmers Market Continues on Through September!

Angels Camp, CA…The Angels Camp Certified Farmers Market is located downtown Angels Camp at Utica Park, off Main Street. Find them Friday evenings from 5pm to dusk, thru September. Fill up the fridge with local foods- because they taste better, are healthier, last longer, and promote a sustainable local economy! At Utica Park they welcome […]

The 4th Annual San Andreas Rotary Wine, Cheese & Olive Festival is August 21st!!

The 4th Annual San Andreas Rotary Wine, Cheese & Olive Festival is August 21st!!

Valley Springs, CA…The 4th Annual San Andreas Rotary Wine, Cheese & Olive Festival is August 21st! Don’t Miss It!! Jim Bataglia of Mineral Wines – Best Red Wine WC&O 2019 Rob & Sheri Hendriks of Aloria Winery – Best White Wine WC&O 2019 Christine Moulton of Olive Crush Farms – Best Olive Oil WC&O 2019 […]

Trifilo Garden Center’s End of Summer Sale!! 25% Off Through August 29th!!! Shop Local & Save!!

Trifilo Garden Center’s End of Summer Sale!!  25% Off Through August 29th!!!  Shop Local & Save!!

Murphys, CA…25% Off End of Summer Sale August 18 – 29!! No other discounts or promotions accepted with the 25% Off Sale. Shop Local & Save!!! New Arrivals Weekly, Garden & Gardening Gifts, Orchids, Gift Cards, Yard Art & More. Dave Wilson bare root trees and fruit bare root trees. Apples, apricots, peaches, pears, persimmons […]