Fire Update….Mop Up Continues on Campo Fire

Fire Update….Mop Up Continues on Campo Fire

Valley Springs, CA…Firefighters continue to make headway. While holding the fire to 160 acres, they made modest gains increasing containment to 55% with no overnight fire growth, near the 5100 BLK of Buckboard Lane Campo Seco (Calaveras County). Firefighters will continue to work towards full containment throughout the day. #CampoFire Source = CAL FIRE TCU

Wanted Sonora Man Arrested on Drug & Other Charges

Wanted Sonora Man Arrested on Drug & Other Charges

Sonora, CA…Thursday afternoon, a deputy was patrolling the parking lot near Pet Smart in Sonora when he noticed 37-year-old Shane Steele of Sonora. The deputy recognized Steele as having warrants for his arrest and contacted him. During his arrest, Steele and his belongings were searched. Steele was in possession of over an ounce of methamphetamine, […]

The Annual White Pines Park Clean-Up!

The Annual White Pines Park Clean-Up!

White Pines, CA…The mission of White Pines Park Committee is to promote pride in the community by developing and maintaining White Pines Park for all residents and visitors of the Ebbetts Pass area to enjoy. Unlike other public parks, we do not receive monetary support from any government agency nor do we have any paid […]

Michael H. Crosby 1938 – 2021

Michael H. Crosby 1938 – 2021

Sonora, CA…Michael H. Crosby 10/3/1938 – 4/28/2021. Michael H. Crosby, 82, of Sonora, passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at Adventist Health Sonora. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service. www.sierracremationservice.com

The Neighborhood Sound’s Calendar is Full for 2021

The Neighborhood Sound’s Calendar is Full for 2021

Confidence, CA…The entertainment calendars are starting to fill back up after Covid. One local band has a full slate of dates ahead for 2021. About The Neighborhood Sound from their website..”The rock band built in the Central Sierra of California, The Neighborhood Sound (formerly Three To Get) is built around three core members. Tim McCaffrey […]

The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally!! Your Outdoor Social Distancing Activity Destination!!

The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally!!  Your Outdoor Social Distancing Activity Destination!!

Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Since 1994, Sierra Nevada Adventure Co. has been providing the community with Gear For Wild Environments! We started 26 years ago in downtown Sonora after outgrowing our mail order business, The Eddy Mart. Now it’s evolved into 3 stores. Sonora – 173 So. Washington St. 209-521-5621 Our Climbing & Backpacking headquarters. […]

Suzanne Hennings 1950 – 2021

Suzanne Hennings 1950 – 2021

Twain Harte, CA…Suzanne Hennings 9/21/1950 – 4/27/2021. Suzanne Hennings, 70, of Twain Harte, passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at her home. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service. www.sierracremationservice.com

Fishing & Beer Season has Started at Snowshoe Brewing!

Fishing & Beer Season has Started at Snowshoe Brewing!

Arnold, CA…For more than 20 years, The Shoe has crafted great beer and quality food for the whole family. Whether you’re a local, touring Scenic Highway 4, visiting Big Trees State Park, Lake Alpine or Bear Valley, Snowshoe Brewing Company is your stop for fresh handcrafted beer, quality fresh food, local wines and family-friendly service. […]

Calaveras County Board of Education Seeking District 4 Trustee

Calaveras County Board of Education Seeking District 4 Trustee

Angels Camp, CA…Calaveras county has a rich history in education. Members of the community are dedicated to serving the educational needs of the students in Calaveras. The Calaveras County Board of Education (CCBE) is seeking a board member to represent District 4. District 4 currently includes the communities of Angels Camp, Altaville, Salt Spring Valley […]

Stevenot Winery Now Open for Wine Tastings! Reservations Recommended

Stevenot Winery Now Open for Wine Tastings!  Reservations Recommended

Vallecito, CA…Stevenot Winery is now open for wine tastings with safety precautions in place. Reservations recommended with limited availability of walk-in tastings as well. Social distance, wear your face coverings, enjoy a beautiful winery setting and great wines today. On January 16, 2019 the Oliveto Family purchased the former location of Irish Vineyards in Vallecito, […]

The Annual White Pines Park Clean-Up!

The Annual White Pines Park Clean-Up!

White Pines, CA…The mission of White Pines Park Committee is to promote pride in the community by developing and maintaining White Pines Park for all residents and visitors of the Ebbetts Pass area to enjoy. Unlike other public parks, we do not receive monetary support from any government agency nor do we have any paid […]

Don’t Miss the HCO Sledfest this Weekend at Bear Valley

Don’t Miss the HCO Sledfest this Weekend at Bear Valley

Bear Valley, CA…Sled Fest 2021 – HCO / Skyline Bear Valley Resorts pre-event and event requirements: “Early Birds Arrival” : Thurs/Fri early bird arrivals are approved at $20 per vehicle per night but will not be allowed access to the hill. PLEASE NO BURN BARRELS OR FIRES ON THE PAVEMENT! “ Race Courses will only […]

California State Parks and CAL FIRE Plan Prescribed Burns at Calaveras Big Trees State Park

California State Parks and CAL FIRE Plan Prescribed Burns at Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Arnold, CA…California State Parks in cooperation with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) announced plans today to conduct prescribed burns in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. These are a series of prescription burns planned for the park this year. The work may occur in the North Grove and Group Camp areas. […]

Traffic & Fire Update…Full Wildland Fire Response to Fire Reported Near 5147 Buckboard Ln (Updated)

Traffic & Fire Update…Full Wildland Fire Response to Fire Reported Near 5147 Buckboard Ln (Updated)

Valley Springs, CA…(Updated as of 6:03pm…The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office has downgraded the Mandatory Evacuation to an Evacuation WARNING for the areas of Loera Road as well as the nearby areas of Watertown and Paloma Roads. Fire Crews are still working on this incident, and the area should be avoided by non-residents. Fire is now […]

Columbia College Fire Academy Graduation

Columbia College Fire Academy Graduation

Columbia, CA…Columbia College’s Fire Academy would like to announce the graduation and Certificates of Completion to the successful students of the Fire Technology Program. Students that completed Firefighter 1 and 2 will be awarded their certificates on Thursday April 29, in Carkeet Park. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony itself will be limited to […]

Smoke May Be Visible During Arnold Fire Station Prescribed Burn Project

Smoke May Be Visible During Arnold Fire Station Prescribed Burn Project

Arnold, CA…The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is conducting a prescribed burn project at the Arnold Forest Fire Station. This project is located south of the community of Arnold and will be visible from Highway 4. Smoke may be visible in the area during the prescribed burn. This prescribed burn is […]

Now Accepting Patients, Meet Dr. Flores-Merritt. Expert in General Surgery and Kindness.

Now Accepting Patients, Meet Dr. Flores-Merritt. Expert in General Surgery and Kindness.

San Andreas, CA…Now Accepting Patients, Meet Dr. Flores-Merritt. Expert in General Surgery and Kindness. Dr. Isabella Flores-Merritt, Board Certified General Surgeon is now accepting patients at the San Andreas Multispecialty Clinic and the James Dalton Medical Office in Angels Camp. Dr. Flores-Merritt has more than 15 years of experience, and completed her general surgery residency […]

Residential Burn Permits Required May 1st in Cal Fire Amador-El Dorado Unit

Residential Burn Permits Required May 1st  in Cal Fire Amador-El Dorado Unit

Camino, CA…Residential burn permits will be required beginning Saturday, May 1′. These permits are available to the public FREE of charge, and allow for the burning of dry landscape vegetation (NOT household trash) that originates from the landowner’s property. “Escaped residential burn piles continue to be a leading cause of wildland fires. Exercise extreme caution […]

Sender’s Market’s Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through May 5th. Shop Local & Save!

Sender’s Market’s Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through May 5th.  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 […]

The 2021 Ironstone Job Faire is Today!

The 2021 Ironstone Job Faire is Today!

Murphys, CA…Come work (and play) with us! Stop by the #IronstoneVineyards Job Faire on Wednesday, April 28th, from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. We currently have positions available for…🛠Utilities, 👮‍♀️Security, 🍽 Banquet, 💁🏼‍♀️Serving, 👨🏼‍🍳Kitchen, 🍇Cellar, 🍷Tasting Room. No appointment required! Just stop by anytime and interview for whatever positions you see fit. Plus, pizza, soft […]

Bistro Espresso in Arnold Now Hiring New Team Members

Bistro Espresso in Arnold Now Hiring New Team Members

Arnold, CA…Bistro Espresso in Arnold is hiring for new team members! Please download the application and review the job description on our website. Please APPLY IN PERSON, Monday-Friday between 9am -3pm ask for Tony and come prepared for an on-the-spot interview. Competitive compensation and benefits. https://www.thebistroespresso.com/careers

Should All Government Officials Learn about Our Founding Documents? ~ Al Segalla

Should All Government Officials Learn about Our Founding Documents? ~ Al Segalla

Copperopolis, CA…Should our children and their children be allowed to live in a free and independent America? Long established trends in politics and media seem to promote marxism and international control, but not our Constitution, which supports a free society. If this is true, what can we do? Why not encourage all government officials and […]

13 New Covid Cases in Amador County

13 New Covid Cases in Amador County

Amador County, CA – Amador County Public Health reports 13 more cases of COVID-19 since last Tuesday’s update, bringing the total laboratory confirmed case count to 1,764. The new cases include 6 males and 7 females, 4 children under the age of 18, 6 aged 18-49, 1 aged 50-64, 2 over 65 years of age; […]