“The Mouse Trap,” An Agatha Christie Murder Mystery

“The Mouse Trap,” An Agatha Christie Murder Mystery

West Point, CA…TICKETS NOW ON SALE!! Blue Mountain Theater presents this Agatha Christie Murder mystery. Opening night Gala is Friday March 17th, doors at 6:30, showtime at 7:30 continuing for three weekends, Friday and Saturday nights. There will also be two special Sunday Matinees, March 19th and 26th at 2:00 pm. Tickets are available at […]

Delays On SR 88 From Kays Road To Amador & Alpine County Line

Delays On SR 88 From Kays Road To Amador & Alpine County Line

Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 88 from Kays Road to the Amador/Alpine County line (Kirkwood) for pavement repair. Crews will begin work Wednesday, March 1, 2017, through Friday, March 3, 2017, from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Motorists should expect up […]

Calaveras County Hosts “Drop The Drugs” Day ~ Saturday March 4th At Two Locations

Calaveras County Hosts “Drop The Drugs” Day ~ Saturday March 4th At Two Locations

Calaveras County,CA…The next Calaveras County “Drop the Drugs” event is coming up on Saturday, March 4, 2017 from 9am-noon at two locations in the county. “Drop the Drugs” sites are the parking lots at: Calaveras County Office of Education, Angels Camp (next to Calaveras Lumber) Toyon Middle School, between San Andreas and Valley Springs During […]

The Cannabis Growing Issue ~ A Letter To The Editor ~ By Albert Segalla

The Cannabis Growing Issue ~ A Letter To The Editor ~ By Albert Segalla

Calaveras County, CA…Dear Editor, This is concerning the cannabis growing issue. Perhaps we are making this issue more complicated than necessary. Isn’t cannabis growing a unique land use? If so, the general plan and zoning code should provide for locations which do not adversely affect neighbors. The BOS could form a balanced committee under the […]

Arnold Lions Donate To Help Visually Impaired Children Of Calaveras County

Arnold Lions Donate To Help Visually Impaired Children Of Calaveras County

Calaveras County, CA…On February 1st, the Arnold Lions presented a SMART Brailler to the Calaveras County Office of Education. Ms. Denise Ferrin, a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments, is shown here accepting this $2,000 machine on behalf of the county. The machine has a video screen that displays SimBraille and large print, combined with […]

The Heart of Arnold is Coming in Summer 2017!

The Heart of Arnold is Coming in Summer 2017!

Arnold, CA…We are Bringing Back the Local Vibe, Free Concerts and Community Events Too. Expect to Savor the Finest Steaks and Entrees in the Tri-County Area. Amazing Starters and Authentic European Fusion Cuisine Will be Hand Prepared for You by Two Local Award-Winning Chefs. Following Jessica Bowman’s huge success in launching Murphys Irish Pub in […]

Hey Good People!!! Over 400 Inches Of “Pure Mountain Fun” So Far!!

Hey Good People!!!  Over 400 Inches Of “Pure Mountain Fun” So Far!!

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! 9″ of new snow overnight!!!! The forecast was a bit off for the overnight as it suggested 2-4″ but 9″ fell instead. another possible 1-2″ of snow could fall today before the system makes it’s way East. The high today is expected to be around 25F with South winds from […]

Saturday Hopper Now Serving Arnold!

Saturday Hopper Now Serving Arnold!

Calaveras County, CA…Calaveras Transit has added Arnold to the Saturday Hopper route serving County towns from Valley Springs to Murphys. The new bus stop is in the Meadowmont Shopping Center (Big Trees Market) parking lot. Passengers can catch the Hopper at the Big Trees Market parking lot at 11:25, 12:40, or 4:55 on Saturdays and […]

“Tom’s World,” An Column Exploring The Parallel Universe Of Representative McClintock ~ By David Vassar

“Tom’s World,” An Column Exploring The Parallel Universe Of Representative McClintock ~ By David Vassar

Calaveras County, CA…“Tom’s World” is the 4th Congressional District of California stretching from Lake Tahoe in the North to Yosemite in the South, including most of the western foothills of the Sierra Nevada. It’s a reliably Red District where Donald Trump won 54% of all votes cast in 2016 and Tom won 63%. Tom won […]

Vandalism Of Pro- Measure B Sign

Vandalism Of Pro- Measure B Sign

Murphys, CA…A pro-Measure B sign near the Gold Creek neighborhood on highway 26 was heavily damaged by vandals over night on Saturday, February 25. The sign, having been erected only two days prior was taken down from its supporting structure, which was also damaged, and sliced with a sharp instrument. David Tunno of The Committee […]

Motherlode Friends Of Music Concert At The Sutter Creek Theatre

Motherlode Friends Of Music Concert At The Sutter Creek Theatre

Sutter Creek, CA…The Mother Lode Friends of Music, the regional organization of classical music performances, presents a concert of music by American composers on Sunday, March 12, at the Sutter Creek Theatre, 44 Main Street, in Sutter Creek, starting at 3 pm. The centerpiece of the program will be the Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For February 23rd

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For February 23rd

Sonora, CA… Tuolumne County Sheriff’s logs for February 23rd are enclosed: TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF MEDIA BULLETIN Thursday, February 23, 2017 00:45 TRAFFIC STOP 1702230001 Officer initiated activity at Standard Rd/Camage Av, Sonora. . Disposition: Warning Given (Used for 11-95s). 01:49 TRAFFIC STOP 1702230003 Officer initiated activity at Ralphs Station, Tuolumne Rd/Soulsbyville Rd, Sonora.Unreadable plate-station wagon. […]

Moisture Falling From The Sky Yet Again…Not Too Much This Time Though

Moisture Falling From The Sky Yet Again…Not Too Much This Time Though

Arnold, CA…A bit of weather returns just to show us that winter isn’t done with us yet. Along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada…Tonight Showers likely. Lows 15 to 30 higher elevations… 29 to 35 lower elevations. Snow accumulation of 2 to 5 inches. Snow level 3000 feet. Prevailing southwest winds 5 to 15 mph […]

Highway Closure At James E. Roberts Bridge

Highway Closure At James E. Roberts Bridge

Tuolumne County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close eastbound and westbound State Route 120 at the James E. Roberts Bridge in Tuolumne County for bridge work. Access to the bridge is prohibited Sunday night, February 26, 2017, through Thursday night, March 2, 2017, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. Detours are in place […]

Traffic Control On SR 120 From Ferretti Road To South Fork Tuolumne River Bridge

Traffic Control On SR 120 From Ferretti Road To South Fork Tuolumne River Bridge

Tuolumne County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 120 from Ferretti Road to the South Fork Tuolumne Bridge for various activities. Crews will be working as follows: Ferretti Road to Elder Road on Monday, February 27, 2017, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for […]

Highway Closure From Higdon Road To North Fork Mokelumne Bridge

Highway Closure From Higdon Road To North Fork Mokelumne Bridge

Calaveras County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed eastbound and westbound State Route 26 (SR-26) from Higdon Road to the North Fork Mokelumne River Bridge, just west of West Point, for road repairs due to storm damage. The full highway closure will continue as repairs are being made with an estimated date for […]

Delays On SR 26 From Gill Haven Drive To Alabama Hill

Delays On SR 26 From Gill Haven Drive To Alabama Hill

Calaveras County, CA… The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 26 (SR-26) from Gill Haven Drive to east of Alabama Hill for slope repair and clearing. Crews will begin work Monday, February 27, 2017, through Friday, March 3, 2017, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. […]

Traffic Control On SR 4 From Batten Road To Meko Drive

Traffic Control On SR 4 From Batten Road To Meko Drive

Calaveras County, CA… The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 4 from Batten Road in Vallecito to Meko Drive in Camp Connell for tree work. Crews will begin work on Monday, February 27, 2017, through Friday, March 3, 2017, from 6:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. […]

Residential or Income Property in Arnold • $395,000 From Bob Doten, Barry Ward Realty

Residential or Income Property in Arnold • $395,000 From Bob Doten, Barry Ward Realty

Arnold, CA…A unique opportunity for a close-in home. Now a full-time residence with vacation rental and retail store revenue, this 3-story triplex abounds with income possibilities. The owners live in a fabulously-designed 1 BR unit with a loft and contemporary appointments. There is also a retail store and a complete dual master suite unit that […]

California’s Educators & State Law Support Transgender Students Despite New Federal Actions

California’s Educators & State Law Support Transgender Students Despite New Federal Actions

Burlingame, CA…CTA President Eric Heins issued the following statement concerning new actions by the Trump administration revoking the Obama administration’s May 2016 guidelines that protected the rights of transgender students by allowing them access to the restrooms and locker rooms consistent with their gender identity – rights they still have under California law: “California’s educators […]

Oregon Predator Arrested After Sonora Police Launch Investigation

Oregon Predator Arrested After  Sonora Police Launch Investigation

Tigard, OR…48-year-old David E. Otto of Tigard Oregon was arrested on felony charges originating from an investigation initiated by the Sonora Police Department. On November 20th of 2016, The Sonora Police Department responded to a call involving inappropriate messages being distributed over social media. When Officer Mallon arrived, he discovered that an adult was possibly […]

Blagen Road Repairs Moved Up To February 28th Supervisors Meeting ~ From Supervisor Michael C. Oliveira

Blagen Road Repairs Moved Up To February 28th Supervisors Meeting ~ From Supervisor Michael C. Oliveira

Arnold, CA…A quick Message about White Pines Park and Blagen Road from Supervisor Michael Oliveira: By now, it’s common knowledge that we have a serious issue with the storm damage in Calaveras County and on Blagen Road in White Pines. Blagen Road is one area that has been impacted by damage as many other areas […]

Motherlode Symphony Makes American Composers Great Again

Motherlode Symphony Makes American Composers Great Again

Angels Camp, CA…Calaveras County Arts Council is proud to present the Orchestra of the Mother Lode Friends of Music, with Ryan Murray as conductor at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 5, 2017. The Chamber Orchestra will perform a concert of music by American composers: Adagio for Strings by Samuel Barber; “Appalachian Spring” by Aaron Copland; […]

Railtown 1897 Resumes Excursion Train Ride Season With FREE Rides & Special Festivities Opening Weekend

Railtown 1897 Resumes Excursion Train Ride Season With FREE Rides & Special Festivities Opening Weekend

Jamestown, CA…To celebrate the opening of the excursion train ride season on April 1-2, 2017, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park is offering FREE train rides behind their 1952 Baldwin Whitcomb No.1265 historic diesel locomotive all weekend long. With departures at 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m., weekend train ride guests enjoy a memorable […]