Stanislaus National Forest Warns Snow Conditions Are Challenging For Winter Recreation On Summit Ranger District

Stanislaus National Forest Warns Snow Conditions Are Challenging For Winter Recreation On Summit Ranger District

Sonora, CA…Heavy rains and warm temperatures have taken a toll on Forest winter recreation trails on the Summit Ranger District, Forest officials warned. Winter trails on Calaveras Ranger District are faring better and offer winter recreation opportunities. “Snowmobilers, cross-country skiers and snowshoers should be aware of current conditions,” said acting Summit District Ranger Sarah LaPlante. […]

Cottonwood Road Gates Closed On Stanislaus National Forest

Cottonwood Road Gates Closed On Stanislaus National Forest

Sonora, CA…Forest officials closed Cottonwood Road, known as Forest Route 1N04, between the intersections with Thompson Meadow (FR 2N13) and Reed Creek (FR 3N01S) due to numerous landslides and pavement failures. Forest Engineer Tim Hughes made the decision to close the road after engineers determined there is an imminent danger of even more severe failures. […]

Make Your Eggapalooza Plans For April 15th

Make Your Eggapalooza Plans For April 15th

Copperopolis, CA…Join us for our Annual tradition…Our Spring Fest and Eggapalooza! Easter egg hunt for the kiddos! The Easter Bunny will be here with photo ops! Free treats! Chalk art contest, kids zone and more family fun! The are also seeking volunteers to help them stuff thousands of Easter Eggs. For more information, please contact […]

Fabian Rivera Arrested At Columbia College On Child Porn At Other Charges

Fabian Rivera Arrested At Columbia College On Child Porn At Other Charges

Columbia, CA…On 2-14-17, a Private Investigator from southern California contacted the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office with information that he had been working with a family from the state of Washington to locate their 17 year old runaway daughter. The girl’s location was traced to the Columbia area in Tuolumne County. A deputy found indications that […]

Thank You For Voting Pinnell’s Carpet One The Best In The Mother Lode Since 2005!

Thank You For Voting Pinnell’s Carpet One The Best In The Mother Lode Since 2005!

Angels Camp & Sonora, CA….Thank You For Voting Pinnell’s Carpet One The Best In The Mother Lode Since 2005! When you visit Pinnell’s, our team makes sure your project gets completed with the same care we would do to our own home! For 4 generations Pinnell’s has been in the flooring industry and has been […]

High School Diploma Presented To Tuolumne County Jail Inmate

High School Diploma Presented To Tuolumne County Jail Inmate

Sonora, CA…Today we were able to witness the first inmate at the Tuolumne County Jail to be presented a High School Diploma from an accredited school through the Superintendent of Schools Adult Education and Jail Educational Services. An independent study teacher from the County Superintendent of Schools reviews records of the individual and evaluates what […]

CUSD Board Of Trustees Meeting & Price Increase For Paid School Lunches

CUSD Board Of Trustees Meeting & Price Increase For Paid School Lunches

San Andreas,CA…The Calaveras Unified School District is holding a regular Board Of Trustees Meeting on Tuesday, February 21st at 5:00 p.m. On the agenda is the price increase for paid school lunches. School Program Regulations requires School Food Authorities participating in the National School Lunch Program to ensure sufficient funds are provided to the nonprofit […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For February 15th

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For February 15th

Sonora, CA… Tuolumne County Sheriff’s logs for February 15th are enclosed: TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF MEDIA BULLETIN Wednesday, February 15, 2017 00:12 TRAFFIC STOP 1702150002 Officer initiated activity at Mono Wy/Hess Av, Sonora.2d pk. . Disposition: Warning Given (Used for 11-95s). 00:41 Harassments 1702150004 Occurred on Silver Pine Dr, Jamestown. Rp wants a deputy to come […]

February Is American Heart Month ~ The Stroke That “Saved My Life”

February Is American Heart Month ~ The Stroke That “Saved My Life”

Sonora, CA…In his late 60s, Abe Merritt was the picture of health. A three-decade career in firefighting kept him working out and staying in shape. Then one morning Abe woke up and asked his son, “What day is it? Where’s my little brother?” His son replied Tuesday and he’s moved out of town. Abe responded […]

Washington State Runaway Located In Tuolumne County

Washington State Runaway Located In Tuolumne County

Columbia, CA…On Tuesday February 14th, a Private Investigator from southern California contacted the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office with information that he had been working with a family member from the state of Washington to locate their 17 year old runaway daughter. The girl’s location was traced to the Columbia area in Tuolumne County. A deputy […]

Experience The Difference At Sonora Ford! Lifetime Engine Warranty Included With Every New Ford!

Experience The Difference At Sonora Ford! Lifetime Engine Warranty Included With Every New 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! If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on CarFinder, fill out the form, […]

Reggae Night With Dyemusica This Weekend!

Reggae Night With Dyemusica This Weekend!

Arnold, CA…Dyemusica is a band Formed in the Sierra Nevadas in NorCal in 2011 By friends who love reggae, and the freedom of jam music. They incorporate different tonal styles and personalities with thought provoking lyrics and a lot of experimental overtones to achieve their sound and create something original. Dyemusica writes songs for themselves […]

U.S.-ROK-Japan Foreign Ministerial Joint Statement On The Situation In North Korea

U.S.-ROK-Japan Foreign Ministerial Joint Statement On The Situation In North Korea

Washington, DC…Today the U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, Yun Byung-se, and the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Fumio Kishida, met in Bonn. The Ministers condemned in the strongest terms North Korea’s February 12, 2017 ballistic missile test, noting North Korea’s flagrant disregard for […]

U.O.P. Study Finds Cannabis Industry To Be Largest Industry In Calaveras

U.O.P. Study Finds Cannabis Industry To Be Largest Industry In Calaveras

Stockton, CA…Legal Cannabis Totals 19% of Calaveras Economy and 21% of Local Jobs, Dwarfing All Other Industries. The University of the Pacific Center for Business and Policy Research released a comprehensive study of the impact of the cannabis industry in Calaveras. The study finds the total direct and indirect economic impact of the legal cannabis […]

Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort Men’s Club Results: Wednesday February 15th

Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort Men’s Club Results: Wednesday February 15th

Angels Camp,CA…Angels Camp, CA…As one of Northern California’s best golf courses and communities, Greenhorn Creek offers more of the fastest, truest greens in the state. The 18-hole course was redesigned by Robert Trent Jones II and along with Mother Nature; Greenhorn Creek delivers one of California’s finest golf experiences.  You’ll discover 18 holes of championship […]

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For February 15th

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For February 15th

San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are attached: CALAVERAS COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE MEDIA BULLETIN Wednesday, February 15, 2017 00:18 911 Hang Up 1702150001 Occurred on Stallion Wy, Angels Camp. Pocket dial. . Disposition: No Report Taken. 00:34 Suspicious Circumstances 1702150002 Occurred at Hwy 12/HWY 26, Valley Springs. Duffle bag […]

“Love The Forest” Rocks On Presidents Weekend!

“Love The Forest” Rocks On Presidents Weekend!

Murphys, CA…Mark your calendars for the 15th annual Love the Forest Concert at our New Location at the Outer Aisle 164 Hwy 4 in Murphys, Saturday, February 18, beginning at 7pm. A host of local musicians including Cantamos with Michela Macfarlane, plus The Bill Welles and the Distractions. Cantamos: Michela Macfarlane and Cantamos highlight their […]

Hey Good People!! More “Pure Mountain Fun” Is Falling For Powder Presidents Weekend!!

Hey Good People!!  More “Pure Mountain Fun” Is Falling For Powder Presidents Weekend!!

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! Thursday morning brings with it cooling temps, clouds and snow to start this morning. The expected high will come in around 34F with South winds from 20-30mph and decreasing later in the afternoon but possible gusts up to 40mph are possible today. 2-4″ could fall during the day today with […]

Independence Hall Needs Your Stuff! Accepting Donations Every Saturday!!

Independence Hall Needs Your Stuff!  Accepting Donations Every Saturday!!

White Pines, CA…The Flea Market is our only fundraiser for the year. The proceeds provide for maintenance of the building and grounds. It is always held on the first full weekend in August. Donations to the Flea Market are accepted all year. Independence Hall Community Center – History Independence Hall Community Center, Arnold, California, was […]

A Wet Substance Is Falling From The Sky Again & Will For Next Few Days

A Wet Substance Is Falling From The Sky Again & Will For Next Few Days

Arnold, CA…Mother Nature Returns today bringing more rain & snow to the West Slope of the Northern Sierra Nevada. Today At lower elevations, heavy rain in the morning, then rain showers in the afternoon. At higher elevations, heavy rain and snow in the morning, then rain and snow showers in the afternoon. Windy. Highs 32 […]

Deputy Jeffrey Lee Joins The Tuolumne County Sheriffs Office

Deputy Jeffrey Lee Joins The Tuolumne County Sheriffs Office

Sonora,CA…Undersheriff Bill Pooley swearing in Deputy Jeffrey Lee and Sheriff’s Clerk Jessica Brickley. Deputy Jeffrey Lee joins his brother Bryan Lee on our team at the Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Lee comes to us with experience from the Santa Clara Sheriff’s Office where he served for five years. We welcome him and his family to our […]

Several Injured In Pile Up On SR 88

Several Injured In Pile Up On SR 88

South Lake Tahoe, CA…CHP is reporting an accident on February 14th at approximately 1:00 p.m. The driver of a dark blue Toyota along with five passengers was traveling west on State Route 88, just east of the Kirkwood Inn. For an unknown reason the driver allowed her Toyota to leave the road way and collide […]

Calaveras Uncorked Wine Education Series

Calaveras Uncorked Wine Education Series

Murphys,CA…The Calaveras Wine Alliance has rebranded and restructured its wine education series previously titled Wines Of The World to Calaveras Uncorked Wine Education Series. The new series will utilize its existing members and winemakers who will provide a more in-depth tasting and discussion of their wines, their winemaking practices and their history here in Calaveras. […]