Christopher Brabbin, 27 from West Point Lost His Life in Winton Road Collision

Christopher Brabbin, 27 from West Point Lost His Life in Winton Road Collision

West Point, CA…Christopher Brabbin, was traveling eastbound on Winton Road, east of Lily Gap Road. As his vehicle was negotiating a slight left hand curve in the roadway for eastbound traffic, he allowed his Nissan Maxima to travel off of the roadway, on to the south shoulder of Winton Road. He then lost control of […]

Drive-Thru Pet Food Bank is THIS SATURDAY from 11-1 at Spence Ranch Feed & Supply

Drive-Thru Pet Food Bank is THIS SATURDAY from 11-1 at Spence Ranch Feed & Supply

Angels Camp, CA…Our first ever Drive-Thru Pet Food Bank is THIS SATURDAY from 11-1 (or while supplies last) at Spence Ranch Feed & Supply. Dry dog and cat food available in a safe, contact-free manner right from your car. Open to all Calaveras residents. No paperwork or proof of income required. We know some of […]

Sender’s Market’s Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through April 28th

Sender’s Market’s Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through April 28th

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 […]

Traffic Update….Deceased Male in Roadway Female Laying on Side of Road Near Winton Rd / Lily Gap Rd

Traffic Update….Deceased Male in Roadway Female Laying on Side of Road Near Winton Rd / Lily Gap Rd

West Point, CA…Traffic Update….Traffic Update….Deceased Male in Roadway Female Laying on Side of Road Near Winton Rd / Lily Gap Rd. Our prayers for those involved and had to respond. Incident: 00264 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Winton Rd / Lily Gap Rd Loc Desc: NEAR WILSON LAKE Lat/Lon: 38.413492 -120.496726 Detail Information 5:37 PM […]

Rabid Bat Found in Valley Springs. Bat Stir Fry, Bat Tea or Bat Kabobs Not Encouraged

Rabid Bat Found in Valley Springs.  Bat Stir Fry, Bat Tea or Bat Kabobs Not Encouraged

Valley Springs, CA…On April 16, 2020, Animal Services investigated a report that a dog had been found playing with a bat on the 100 block of Happy Jack Court in Valley Springs. The incident happened the day prior, and the owner called Animal Services for guidance. The owner was asked to bring the bat to […]

Jeremy Costa Arrested & Being Held on Stalking, Trespassing & Other Charges

Jeremy Costa Arrested & Being Held on Stalking, Trespassing & Other Charges

San Andreas, CA…On March 27, 2020 Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order authorizing the California Judicial Council to take emergency action in response to the Covid-19 Pandemic. On 04/13/20, due to an order by the State of California’s Judicial Council requiring all California Sheriff’s Offices throughout the state to establish a $0 bail for […]

Household Contact in West Point Leads to Thirteenth Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Calaveras County

Household Contact in West Point Leads to Thirteenth Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…On Thursday, April 23, 2020, Calaveras Public Health confirmed an additional case of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. This case is an older adult female from West Point. The individual is a household contact linked to a case already known to Calaveras Public Health. The newly diagnosed resident is in isolation and has had […]

(Looking Back During the Shutdown) The 2019 Calaveras Fair & Frog Jump Jubilee Youth Parade! Photos of Every Entry & Full Parade Video Below!

(Looking Back During the Shutdown) The 2019 Calaveras Fair & Frog Jump Jubilee Youth Parade! Photos of Every Entry & Full Parade Video Below!

Angels Camp, CA…(Looking Back During the Shutdown) Ladies, Gents, Boys & Girls…The 2019 Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jump Jubilee is underway. The Youth Parade led the way through Historic Downtown Angels Camp. The clouds parted and the sun made an appearance to welcome in the festivities. One interesting thing was the abundance of camera […]

$500 Reward for the Return of Preacher

$500 Reward for the Return of Preacher

Mountain Ranch, CA…Preacher was last seen Monday morning of this week at his home in the Swiss Ranch Road area outside of Mountain Ranch. Black German Shepherd about 3 years old. Friendly and was wearing a collar with tags. Please call 209-373-9950 if you have any information. $500 reward if found and returned.

Molly is Your Calaveras County Animal Services Pet of the Week

Molly is Your Calaveras County Animal Services  Pet of the Week

San Andreas, CA…Looking for a lovely senior kitty? Meet Molly, a shorthaired buff and cream-colored adult approximately 12-14 years of age. Molly adores having her head gently rubbed and her ears scratched when the mood suits her. Otherwise, she enjoys a quiet place – preferably on a fluffy pillow in front of a sunny window […]

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Delays Trout Season Openers in Three Counties

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Delays Trout Season Openers in Three Counties

Sacramento, CA…As requested by county officials, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Director Charlton H. Bonham delayed the start of the trout opener in Alpine, Inyo and Mono counties. The director made this decision in consultation with California Fish and Game Commission President Eric Sklar.  The trout season was scheduled to open in these three […]

Big Trees Market is Working Hard For You During the Era of COVID-19! Weekly Ad Returns!!

Big Trees Market is Working Hard For You During the Era of COVID-19!  Weekly Ad Returns!!

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. Due to the supply chain disruptions their normal weekly ad took a bit of a hiatus. […]

Heavy Fire Equipment Operator Training Underway on New Hogan Vegetation Management Plan

Heavy Fire Equipment Operator Training Underway on New Hogan Vegetation Management Plan

San Andreas, CA…Training for CAL FIRE Heavy Equipment Operators began yesterday within the 500 acre New Hogan VMP (Calaveras County) and will continue through May 8th. This feild training is essential for the operators and also will provided need community protection to the community of Rancho Calaveras.. California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL […]

Traffic Update….Broken Loaded Hay Truck Near Sr88 / Wagon Wheel Dr

Traffic Update….Broken Loaded Hay Truck Near Sr88 / Wagon Wheel Dr

Pioneer, CA…Traffic Update….Broken Loaded Hay Truck Near Sr88 / Wagon Wheel Dr. Incident: 00271 Type: Traffic Hazard Location: Sr88 / Wagon Wheel Dr Loc Desc: JEO Lat/Lon: 38.445542 -120.530929 Detail Information 6:16 PM 3 [3] [Rotation Request Comment] ** 1039 ATR 209-295-5270 ** 6:16 PM 2 [2] B94-006 BIG RIG TOW ON EXP ;/ HAY […]

Traffic Update….Porsche Boxster vs Cyclist Near Fiddletown Rd / Burke Dr

Traffic Update….Porsche Boxster vs Cyclist Near Fiddletown Rd / Burke Dr

Plymouth, CA…Traffic Update….Porsche Boxster vs Cyclist Near Fiddletown Rd / Burke Dr Incident: 00238 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Fiddletown Rd / Burke Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.482495 -120.829467 Detail Information 4:18 PM 2 [5] VEH IS STILL 1097 // RP GOING TO STAY 1097 WITH DRIVER OF THE VEH 4:16 PM 1 [1] RED […]

Obtaining a Burn Permit in the TCU. Burn Permits Required Starting May 1st

Obtaining a Burn Permit in the TCU.  Burn Permits Required Starting May 1st

San Andreas, CA…A little over one week remains for “Open Burning” in the CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit. CAL FIRE burn permits will be required May 1. Take advantage of this time by continuing to work on your homes defensible space. When burning yard debris during this time, TCU reminds residents that “Open Burning” still requires […]

Bruce Paul Botz 1931 – 2020

Bruce Paul Botz 1931 – 2020

Pioneer, CA…Bruce Paul Botz, 89, Pioneer, California, passed away Monday, April 13, 2020, at his home. Bruce was born on March 17, 1931 in Berlin, Wisconsin to the late Arthur Louis and Esther Amanda (Englert) Botz, Sr. He was preceded in death by his previous wife, Barbara Diane (Scovil-McDonald) Thompson and brothers, Arthur Louis Botz, […]

A Stunning Estate, 744 Total Acres, 64 Vineyard Acres, Three Homes, State Water Rights & More! Start Your Family Legacy Today!

A Stunning Estate, 744 Total Acres, 64 Vineyard Acres, Three Homes, State Water Rights & More!  Start Your Family Legacy Today!

Esmeralda Valley, CA…This is the lifestyle! Turnkey Operation. The property at Chatom Vineyards consists of 11 parcels totaling 744.22 acres. 64 planted acres with 13 grape varietals. 60 plus acres of plantable land, 356 acres farmstead currently used for cattle grazing. Many options for expanding agricultural interests. There are 2 ponds & a natural spring. […]

Mark Twain Medical Center is Here For You 24/7

Mark Twain Medical Center is Here For You 24/7

San Andreas, CA…“The safety of our visitors, patients, employees, and physicians remains our highest priority. We want to assure the community that MTMC is closely monitoring all developments with COVID-19 and we are prepared to identify, isolate, and treat any potential patient who seeks care at our facility. We are in contact with local and […]

Above & Beyond Travel’s Armchair Explorer, Your Weekly Burst of Travel Inspiration

Above & Beyond Travel’s Armchair Explorer, Your Weekly Burst of Travel Inspiration

Arnold, CA…A good dream should never be rushed. It takes time to explore the places our dreams take us, time to appreciate the escape and let that joyful serenity sink into our bones. Due to our current global situation, time is something many of us have more of lately. It’s an unexpected benefit — a […]

Heavy Fire Equipment Operator Training New Hogan Vegetation Management Plan

Heavy Fire Equipment Operator Training New Hogan Vegetation Management Plan

San Andreas, CA…California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit will be completing hazardous fuel reduction in cooperation with the CAL FIRE Training Center in the vicinity of Highway 26 and Hogan Dam Road within the community of Rancho Calaveras in Calaveras County from April 21st to May 8th, 2020. The CAL […]

2020 Bear Valley Music Festival Canceled, Will Return Better Than Ever in 2021!

2020 Bear Valley Music Festival Canceled, Will Return Better Than Ever in 2021!

Bear Valley, CA…It is with deep regret that we announce the cancellation of this summer’s Bear Valley Music Festival. It was a painful decision, but the health and safety of our musicians, crew, audience, volunteers and residents of Bear Valley and the surrounding area is our top priority. After much discussion and consultation, we determined […]

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening in San Andreas Give Your Dirt Some Love! (Open for Your Essential Equipment Needs)

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening in San Andreas  Give Your Dirt Some Love! (Open for Your Essential Equipment Needs)

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, […]

Traffic Update….Minor Injury Head on Collision Near Vista Del Lago Dr / Shadow Ln

Traffic Update….Minor Injury Head on Collision Near Vista Del Lago Dr / Shadow Ln

Valley Springs, CA…Traffic Update….Minor Injury Head on Collision Near Vista Del Lago Dr / Shadow Ln Incident: 00115 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: Vista Del Lago Dr / Shadow Ln Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.161954 -120.825053 Detail Information 12:51 PM 11 [27] 49-1 CPYS LN 24 12:22 PM 10 [20] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 SAM BERRI […]

Felony DUI Arrest for Injured Sonora Woman after Collision Injuring Murphys Residents on Parrotts Ferry Road

Felony DUI Arrest for Injured Sonora Woman after Collision Injuring Murphys Residents on Parrotts Ferry Road

Columbia, CA…On April 17, 2020 at approximately 9:35pm, 46-year-old Anna Marie Veredas of Sonora was driving her 2017 Honda Civic southbound on Parrotts Ferry Road, just north of Porcina Way. At that same time, 63-year-old Christopher Brian Mansfield of Murphys and his passenger 64-year-old Judith Ellen Lawrence of Murphys were traveling in a 2003 Ford […]