Aquifer Recharge Continues Unabated This Week

Aquifer Recharge Continues Unabated This Week

Arnold, CA….Snow at higher elevations and heavy rain along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Heavy rain at lower elevations…and heavy rain and heavy snow at higher elevations. Breezy. Not as cool. Highs 31 to 43 higher elevations…41 to 51 lower elevations. No snow accumulation lower elevations…8 to 13 inches higher elevations. Snow level […]

Don Pedro Controlled Spillway Gates May Open After 3pm Today

Don Pedro Controlled Spillway Gates May Open After 3pm Today

Stanislaus County – Due to volatile changes in forecasts for upcoming storms, Turlock Irrigation District is making preparations to open the Controlled Spillway Gates at Don Pedro Reservoir as early as – BUT NO EARLIER THAN – 3 p.m. on Monday, February 20, 2017. Landowners, growers and those living along the Tuolumne River, out of […]

Hovey Artist’s Series Opening for Kristin Gustavson Today At 4:30pm

Hovey Artist’s Series Opening for Kristin Gustavson Today At 4:30pm

Murphys, CA…Kristin Gustavson is a second generation artist whose art twists real objects and familiar people into abstract images. She moves the pictures from her head to her fingers with bold colors and a sense of whimsy reminiscent of dreams. After nearly 20 years as the Director of Winemaking for Stevenot Winery in Murphys in […]

The President’s Day Wine Weekend At Ironstone Vineyards

The President’s Day Wine Weekend At Ironstone Vineyards

Murphys, CA…This weekend, Ironstone Vineyards is a participating winery in the 21st Annual Presidents’ Day Wine Weekend on Saturday, February 18th and Sunday, February 19th.  You can purchase your commemorative $25 glass at Ironstone!  Enjoy an Exclusive Tasting of Four Wines to Pair with our Sweet & Sassy Chicken Skewers with Thai Peanut Glaze. Sit […]

The Big Oak Flat Road In Yosemite National Park Will Be Closed

The Big Oak Flat Road In Yosemite National Park Will Be Closed

Yosemite National Park, CA…The Big Oak Flat Road in Yosemite National Park (Hwy 120) will be closed daily from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am between Crane Flat and Foresta due to storm-related road damage. These closures will remain in effect from Friday, February 17, 2017 until at least Tuesday, February 21, 2017. Visitors entering Yosemite […]

Notice Of Public Hearing Appeal For Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Registration

Notice Of Public Hearing Appeal For Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Registration

Murphys, CA…BOARD OF SUPERVISORS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINg LEAD AGENCY: Calaveras County Planning Department, 891 Mountain Ranch Rd., San Andreas, CA 95249 2016-1143 APPEAL of Planning Commission Denial of Appeal 2016-1143 for the denial of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Registration Application 2016-538 for APN 056-017-004 Scott Hoff is appealing the Planning Commission’s denial of 2016-1143, which […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For February 16th

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For February 16th

Sonora, CA… Tuolumne County Sheriff’s logs for February 16th are enclosed: TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF MEDIA BULLETIN Thursday, February 16, 2017 00:11 911 HANG UP 1702160001 Occurred at Gibbs Tower on Gibbs Dr/Villa Dr. , Sonora. Immediate hang up..nothing heard///911 only phone Cellular E911 Call: Lat:37.979962 Lon:-120.40298 Service Class: W911. . Disposition: Log Note. 03:31 FIGHT […]

Spend Presidents’ Weekend 2017 On The Slopes

Spend Presidents’ Weekend 2017 On The Slopes

Bear Valley,CA…Come up and enjoy 100 inches (almost 9 feet)of snow at Bear Valley Cross Country!Enjoy one of the biggest winters the Sierra Nevada has experienced in many years! Beautifully groomed trails for cross country skiers and snowshoers, plus the popular tubing and sledding areas, and the Meadow Café, all await your arrival. Head up […]

Temporary Closure of Rock Creek Solid Waste Facility

Temporary Closure of Rock Creek Solid Waste Facility

Milton, CA…A severe wind advisory is in effect for Calaveras County. The Rock Creek Solid Waste Facility is experiencing wind speeds up to sixty miles per hour. Therefore, the Facility is closing immediately today, Friday February 17, 2017, and is expected to open tomorrow, Saturday, February 18, 2017, at 8:00 am. At this time the […]

Calaveras County Board Of Supervisors Special Meeting Tuesday, February 21st

Calaveras County Board Of Supervisors Special Meeting Tuesday, February 21st

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting on Tuesday, February 21st at 9:00 a.m. The Board of Supervisors meeting will take place in the Administrative Conference Room Located at 891 Mountain Ranch Road in San Andreas. A copy of the agenda is a attached below for viewing: 2017-02-21 Board […]

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 […]