Angels Camp, CA…New Melones Lake Lovers! Now is the time to book your reservations for a fun filled summer. It is incredibly important to book your boating reservations early to ensure there will be a rental waiting for you. We have Party Cruisers, Super Cruisers, Patio Boats, Fishing Boat, Wave Runners, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Hydro […]
Vallecito, CA…Twisted Oak Winery is pleased to announce the next concert of our 2017 Twisted Folk Concert Series – The John Jorgenson Quintet. “The John Jorgenson Quintet are on the short list of our most requested artists to bring back,” said winery owner Jeff Stai. “The John Jorgenson Quintet is known as one of the […]
Mariposa, CA…The 4,489 strong fire fighting army that has been assembled to battle this fire now has the upper hand and are working hard on putting the Detwiler in the history books. There is a long, long way to go but this does seem like an apt place to insert a Churchill quote…”Now this is […]
Mariposa, CA…Evacuation Orders were lifted in the town of Mariposa due to decreased fire activity and successful firefighting operations. Damage assessment crews have completed approximately 95% of their assessment of damaged and destroyed buildings. An inversion layer is expected to develop tonight which will help lower temperatures and raise humidity which will assist firefighting operations. […]
Yosemite, CA…Yosemite National Park remains open with all hotels, lodges, stores and campgrounds that have opened for the season are fully open and operational. All entrances to Yosemite National Park are open. Visitors can get to Yosemite Valley via Highway 140 from Mariposa, Highway 41 from Fresno, Highway 120 West from Groveland, and Highway 120 […]
Angels Camp, CA…Most of you probably are aware that three pit bulls have disappeared from the Pet Bath House commercial facility in Angels Camp. The investigation is ongoing. The owner of the dogs is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the recovery of his pets. We are helping the owner distribute these posters […]
Jackson, CA…Mariposa Relief Drop Event Aug 4 5 6 ONLY 9a to 4pm these 3 days ONLY For this event!! PLEASE DO NOT DROP OFF ANYTHING EXCEPT ON THESE DAYS AND TIMES. THIS IS IMPORTANT! THIS IS A ORGANIZED EVENT! Please bring your donations in a 5gln or 10gln Tote for easy loading and storage […]
Mariposa, CA…To help those impacted by the Detwiler Wildfire in Mariposa County, CA, and other California wildfires, AT&T has activated its Text-to-Donate Campaign. Wireless customers can make a $10 donation to assist those affected by texting REDCROSS to 90999 to support the American Red Cross. Customers can text up to five times for a total […]
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 […]
Murphys, CA…Longtime members of Fleetwood Mac, Lindsey Buckingham and Christine McVie have joined together to record their first-ever album as a duo. Simply titled LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM/CHRISTINE McVIE, the 10-song album will be released by Atlantic Records this summer, followed by a run of special U.S. concerts. They are the start to a great second half […]
Sacramento, CA…The Red Cross shelter at Groveland Community Hall is now closed. Evacuees who stayed at the Groveland facility have been relocated to the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. New evacuees in the area are encouraged to go to the fairgrounds for assistance. The American Red Cross is operating the following shelter locations for residents impacted by […]
Arnold, CA…On Sunday, August 20, 2017, at 1:00 PM, The Sequoia Woods Men’s and Women’s Golf Clubs, will sponsor the 2017 Annual Charity Classic Golf Tournament, at the Sequoia Woods Country Club, 1000 Cypress Point Dr., Arnold, CA Phone: (209) 795-1000 This year supporting: 1. Friends of the Calaveras Sheriff’s Office 2. The Sierra Nevada […]
Twain Harte, CA…A unique race in the Mother Lode and beyond. This annual event is held in Twain Harte, and is brought to the community by the local Rotary Club. Take a look and see the many ways a fully functioning outhouse can take on charm and character!
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 in to 209.736.4243 ext 14. Sierra Hills Market Deli, Text your order […]
Mariposa, CA…Today, fire behavior remained active. Firefighters faced high temperatures along with dry and drought stressed chaparral and grass. Steep and inaccessible terrain continue to challenge control lines. The fire encroaches on culturally and historically sensitive areas. The fire continues to threaten power lines to the S. of the incident which supply power to Yosemite […]
Sonora, CA…Types of Evacuations: In Tuolumne County there are three types of evacuation warnings. Implementation of one or the other is dependent upon the actual or potential danger to the affected population as determined by the Incident Command Staff or the Board of Supervisors. The Three Types of Evacuation are: Evacuation Advisory – Issued to […]
Sonora, CA…An evacuation advisory has been issued for the area south of Highway 120 to the county line, between Smith Station Road and the Town of Moccasin. An Evacuation advisory means there is a potential for evacuation and residents should start preparing for evacuation. An evacuation warning has been issued for the areas of Jackass […]
Arnold, CA…Last Saturday the new “Heart of Arnold” restaurant & events center’s grounds and the rest of the Cedar Center’s parking lots were filled with over 100 beautiful rolling works of art. Our coverage this year is sponsored by Arnold Auto Parts & High Country Spa & Stove. As is our tradition we tried to […]
Sutter Creek, CA – Some areas of Amador County are experiencing heavy smoke due to drift from the Detwiler fire burning in Mariposa County. Continued low visibility and degraded air quality can be expected in valley areas. The National Weather Service forecasts that smoke patterns will likely be shifting over the next few days. Amador […]
Mariposa, CA…The American Red Cross of the Central Valley has opened five shelter locations for residents impacted by the Detwiler Fire: 1. EV Free Church, 50443 High School Road, Oakhurst, CA 2. Sierra Vista Presbyterian Church, 39696 Hwy 41, Oakhurst, CA 3. Mountain Christian Center, 40299 Hwy 49, Oakhurst, CA 93644 4. Cesar Chavez Junior […]
Murphys, CA…Try out the Saturday Hopper bus service running between Valley Springs and Arnold with stops in Murphys! Saturdays in Murphys – Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please contact Jo Sanders at 209-728-3072 to confirm […]
Pine Grove, CA…(Update…CHP has just confirmed this as a fatality. Our thoughts and prayers to the involved and families) CHP is reporting a head on collision on Hwy 88 near Aqueduct Grove Road. Lanes are blocked and it appears collision may have occurred or ended up in the passing lane. Let’s pray this one doesn’t […]
Pinecrest, CA…Traffic Update….Jack Knifed Big Rig in Hwy 108 High Country, Hwy 108 Closed At Kennedy Meadows. Bishop CHP Office has let CHP Sonora know they have a jack knifed big rig in the high country and traffic needs to be held on our side at Kennedy Meadows. Please plan accordingly… Incident: 00032 Type: Traffic […]
Arnold, CA…The July Chamber of Commerce Mixer & BBQ is July 20th. It will be at Realty World at 728 Hwy 4 in Arnold. The festivities and mingling get underway at 5:30pm.