John R. George, Jr. 1960 – 2019

John R. George, Jr. 1960 – 2019

Mountain Ranch, CA…We mourn the death of a local hero, John R. George, Jr. John was born on January 13th, 1960 in Apollo Pennsylvania, he was 59. He called Mountain Ranch his home since 2004. John passed away at home of a massive heart attack in the presents of his wife Barbara, first responders and […]

“The Whipping Man” at Murphys Creek Theatre Extended

“The Whipping Man” at Murphys Creek Theatre Extended

Murphys, CA…Extended by one more night! Tell your friends. Bring your neighbor. See this play. Call for more information or visit our website at 209-728-8422 or www.murphyscreektheatre.org. “I just saw “The Whipping Man” at Murphys Theatre and want to urge anyone who loves theater to rush out and go see one of its last four […]

Mother Lode Jewish Community’s Purim & Passover Gatherings

Mother Lode Jewish Community’s Purim & Passover Gatherings

Angels Camp, CA…Purim, the Story of Esther and Hamen. The Mother Lode Jewish Community will be holding its annual Purim Party – with an Out of This World/Space Traveler theme, on Saturday evening, March 23rd in Murphys. Purim is a festive Jewish Holiday that commemorates the defeat of Haman’s plot to massacre the Jews as […]

Sylvia Ann Helling 1940 – 2019

Sylvia Ann Helling 1940 – 2019

Angels Camp, CA…Sylvia Ann Helling, age 78, was born Sept. 4, 1940 in Oklahoma City, OK, and passed away Feb. 22, 2019 in Sonora, CA. Sylvia resided on Meachum Ranch rd. in Angels Camp and was a Calaveras County resident since 1975. She worked as a bus driver for the Calaveras Unified School District in […]

Mardi Gras Karaoke Party at the Metropolitan

Mardi Gras Karaoke Party at the Metropolitan

San Andreas, CA…Mardi Gras Karaoke Party with Sweet Harmony Entertainment! About the new team at the helm of the historic Metropolitan. In 1994, Cyndie Hoffman (Klorer) was involved in her first theatrical production out of high school at the historic Metropolitan Theater in San Andreas. Once bitten by the theater bug, she was smitten. Not […]

The Big American Heritage Girls Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on March 2nd.

The Big American Heritage Girls Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on March 2nd.

Murphys, CA…American Heritage Girls Troop CA0016 is hosting a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser at Murphys Diggins, March 2, from 9:00 until 11:00. Walk ins are welcome or tickets can be purchased by contacting Tricia at 985-2587. All funds raised will be used for badges, supplies, activities and service projects in our community. Event occurs on 03/02/2019 […]

Main Street in Murphys Closed Tuesday Morning for Tree Work

Main Street in Murphys Closed Tuesday Morning for Tree Work

Murphys, CA…Main Street, Murphys (at the Murphys Historic Hotel) will be closed to through traffic for tree work on Tuesday, March 5, 2019. The closure will take place between the hours of 8:30 AM and 12:00 PM. Access to businesses/residences will be maintained, however through traffic will be required to use an alternate route. Please […]

Inmate Walks Away from Mount Bullion Conservation Camp

Inmate Walks Away from Mount Bullion Conservation Camp

Mariposa, CA…California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are searching for a minimum-security inmate who walked away from Mount Bullion Conservation Camp in Mariposa County on March 1. At 4:20 a.m. staff discovered inmate Joseph Speakman missing and officers immediately began a search of the camp. Speakman was last seen at 3:15 a.m. during […]

Town Tours of Columbia State Historic Park Every Weekend!

Town Tours of Columbia State Historic Park Every Weekend!

Columbia, CA…Enjoy an hour-long walking tour of town led by a park staff member or docent. See the actual gold discovery site, learn about the buildings and early merchants of Columbia. Sponsored by The Friends Of Columbia SHP. Visit their website here for more information. Town Tours are every Saturday & Sunday starting at 11 […]

46th Annual Bjornloppet Hits the Nordic Trails March 9 & 10

46th Annual Bjornloppet Hits the Nordic Trails March 9 & 10

Bear Valley, California    On Saturday, March 9th, cross country skiers from near and far will assemble in the Bear Valley Meadow for the 46th running of the Bjornloppet Ski Race and Festival. With a 10:30 am start, The “Bjornloppet”, meaning Bear Race in Norwegian, is enjoyed by young and old alike. There are divisions for […]

Live Music! Yummy Wine! Mary’s Taco Truck at Totally Twisted Fridays

Live Music! Yummy Wine! Mary’s Taco Truck at Totally Twisted Fridays

Murphys, CA…It’s cozy & toasty in our Tasting Room in Murphys! Don’t miss the amazing Rachael Wilson!!! Mary’s Taco Truck will be parked out front. Delicious! Twisted Oak yummy wines! A fun night at Twisted Oak Tasting Room! See you there! FYI: Rachael Wilson has been charming audiences with her pure vocals, guitar, ukulele and […]

Let Laurie’s Home Organizing Get You Ready for 2019 209.728.4700

Let Laurie’s Home Organizing Get You Ready for 2019   209.728.4700

Murphys, CA…Laurie’s Home Organizing. Bring more order & new beauty to your surroundings. Existing furnishings skillfully & artfully put together to increase the charm and function of living spaces. As your professional organizer I find joy in helping manage the “stuff of life” –whatever it may be. Creative, neat, orderly, fast, easy to work with– […]

Jackson Rancheria Donates $10,000 to Calaveras Community Foundation

Jackson Rancheria Donates $10,000 to Calaveras Community Foundation

Jackson, CA…The Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians recently donated $10,000 to the Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF). Rich Hoffman, CEO, at Jackson Rancheria Casino and Hotel, has been a loyal supporter and business partner for many years. The Rancheria is dedicated to their commitment in supporting the local community and non-profit organizations in Calaveras County. […]

Change in County Transfer Station Hours Starting Today

Change in County Transfer Station Hours Starting Today

San Andreas, CA…The hours of operation at the six Calaveras County Transfer Stations including the Red Hill and Wilseyville Yard Waste Facilities will change effective March 1, 2019 to match existing operating hours at the Rock Creek Landfill.  The number of operational hours and days of operation remains unchanged.  Hours of operation are being moved […]

State Route 26 Closure for Repairs Continue in Calaveras County

State Route 26 Closure for Repairs Continue in Calaveras County

Calaveras County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed eastbound and westbound State Route 26 (SR-26) for approximately 2.5 miles east of Glencoe from Deardorff Road to Woodhouse Mine Road for repair work after the Valentine’s Day deluge that swamped Calaveras County on February 14, 2019. The closure is expected to be long-term in […]

Caltrans District 10 Road Report Through March 9th

Caltrans District 10 Road Report Through March 9th

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 […]

Angels Food and Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through March 5th

Angels Food and Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through March 5th

Angels Camp & Murphys, CA…For the best Deli Sandwiches in Calaveras County, come on in and treat yourself to the tastiest and freshest ‘made with love’ deli sandwiches around. Angels Food Deli, Text your order to 209.753.7331 Or You may call your order into 209.736.4243 ext 14. Sierra Hills Market Deli, Text your order to […]

Traffic Update…Male Working on Vehicle in Roadway Near Blagen Blvd / N Railroad Flat Rd

Traffic Update…Male Working on Vehicle in Roadway Near Blagen Blvd / N Railroad Flat Rd

West Point, CA…Traffic Update…Male Working on Vehicle in Roadway Near Blagen Blvd / N Railroad Flat Rd Incident: 00117 Type: Traffic Hazard Location: Blagen Blvd / N Railroad Flat Rd Loc Desc: #7 Lat/Lon: 38.378769 -120.513894 Detail Information 10:25 AM 2 [3] HAS VEH ON JACKS 10:25 AM 1 [2] MALE SUBJ WORKING ON VEH […]

Don’t Miss Out on Great President’s Day Deals From Sonora Ford

Don’t Miss Out on Great President’s Day Deals From Sonora Ford

Sonora, CA…We have a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing! Welcome to Sonora Ford Sonora Ford in Sonora, CA treats the needs of each individual customer […]