Music in the Parks – Week 4, Grover Anderson Camps Restaurant ~ Angels Camp July 6 ~ 6:30 to 8:00

Music in the Parks – Week 4, Grover Anderson  Camps Restaurant ~ Angels Camp July 6 ~ 6:30 to 8:00

Angels Camp, CA…Grover Anderson was raised in the gold rush town of Murphys, CA. The rich culture of the area, along with lifelong exposure to fiction, theater and music, instilled a storytelling nature that is evident in Grover’s writing. He assembled a bar band while attending UC Santa Barbara, and shortly after recorded an album, […]

Appaloosa Fire Reaches 75% Containment & Enters Final Stages

Appaloosa Fire Reaches 75% Containment & Enters Final Stages

Angels Camp, CA…Great work by local & state firefighters have the Appaloosa Fire down and basically out. As of this morning it was 310 Acres and 75% contained. Last updated: 7/5/16 @ 9:25 AM Acreage/Containment: 310 acres – 75% contained County: Calaveras Location: Appaloosa Road at Pinto Drive, 2 miles south of Highway 4. Administrative […]

DUI Checkpoint Going On Now In San Andreas

DUI Checkpoint Going On Now In San Andreas

San Andreas, CA…On Monday July 4, 2016, the California Highway Patrol San Andreas office will be conducting a Sobriety/Driver License Checkpoint. The purpose of the checkpoint is to detect and deter DUI/unlicensed drivers. The checkpoint will be staffed by officers of the California Highway Patrol that are trained in the detection of alcohol and/or drug […]

Oregon Man Loses Life In Kayak Accident On Cherry Creek ~ Tuolumne Sheriff’s Office

Oregon Man Loses Life In Kayak Accident On Cherry Creek ~ Tuolumne Sheriff’s Office

Groveland, CA…Yesterday morning just before 11:30 AM, the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office received a call for help regarding a possible drowning. A 35 year old man along with a group of friends, hiked to the Cherry Bomb Gorge on Cherry Creek in the Groveland area. The group started down the rapids on their kayaks when […]

New Melones Lake Marina Say “A Day At The Lake Restores The Soul”

New Melones Lake Marina Say “A Day At The Lake Restores The Soul”

Angels Camp, CA…The staff at New Melones Lake Marina welcomes everyone to come and celebrate the 4th of July weekend with us! This weekend is a time to relax, reflect, and rejoice on the birth of American Independence. We have recently added several boats to our fleet to accommodate for the busy holiday weekend. Our […]

Reminder Don’t Miss The July 4th Parade Celebration In Mokelumne Hill

Reminder Don’t Miss The July 4th Parade Celebration In Mokelumne Hill

Mokelumne Hill, CA…Get your patriotic fill in Mokelumne Hill at the annual 4th of July Celebration. Festivities begin with a Pancake Breakfast at the Town Hall from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Eggs, ham, pancakes, orange juice and coffee for $5.00. It’s a great buy and helps support the Veteran’s Memorial District in its efforts […]

Great Dresses for Summer at The Clothes Mine!

Great Dresses for Summer at The Clothes Mine!

Angels Camp,CA…If these hot days are putting you in the mood for a new dress, come see us in our new location next to the Angels Camp Medical Clinic at 220 S.Main Street. We have a great selection of dresses, skirts, tops and great fitting pants and shorts. We’re here to help you find the […]

Appaloosa Fire Cause

Appaloosa Fire Cause

San Andrewa, CA…Peace Officers with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Tuolumne – Calaveras Unit determined electrical power caused the Appaloosa Fire which is located south-west of Angels Camp, CA. The Appaloosa Fire was reported on July 2, 2016 at approximately 12:48pm. The fire was caused by a property owner working […]

Fireworks Caused Fire in Copperopolis

Fireworks Caused Fire in Copperopolis

Copperopolis, CA…At approximately 9:47pm last night a 20’ x 20’ spot of vegetation fire broke out on the 4600 Block of King Lane in Copperopolis. Fire Personnel from CAL FIRE and Copperopolis Fire Department arrived on scene and confirmed the fire had been contained by locals.. The cause of this fire was determined to be […]

Is It Time To Rethink Or No Longer Rely On Our Power Grid After Yesterday?

Is It Time To Rethink Or No Longer Rely On Our Power Grid After Yesterday?

Arnold, CA…First and foremost Thank You to all of our fire personnel who do a remarkable job protecting our area every fire season!! The question is have we reached the point where we should start rethinking how we distribute the energy that powers our homes, businesses & recreation venues. Last year the unspeakable damage from […]

Appaloosa Fire Update…325 Acres, 10% Containment, Hwy 4 Open, Power Restored To All But A Few

Appaloosa Fire Update…325 Acres, 10% Containment, Hwy 4 Open, Power Restored To All But A Few

Copperopolis, CA…Firefighter Crews worked overnight building and securing existing containment lines. Fire personnel were able to keep the acreage at 325 with 10% containment. Additional details are below… Fire Just Before 3pm Yesterday From Hwy 4 In Angels Camp Acreage/Containment: 325 acres – 10% contained County: Calaveras Location: Appaloosa Road at Pinto Drive, 2 miles […]

PG&E Update…At Peak 14,928 Customers With Power! Some Coming Back Online Now

PG&E Update…At Peak 14,928 Customers With Power!  Some Coming Back Online Now

Angels Camp, CA…We just received and update from PG&E “At about 1:43pm this afternoon PG&E had to actively De Energize power transmission lines in the Appaloosa Fire area. For the safety of the firefighters. At peak they had 14,928 customers without power. They are in the fire area inspecting lines and some areas are coming […]

The Fireworks Show Will Go On At Ironstone

Murphys, CA…To all attending, please be aware that power is out due to wildfires in the area. Power is expected to be restored after 6 p.m. We apologize for the inconvenience to our guests. The gates have reopened and generators are in place for our entertainment. The power is not expected to be restored until […]

Head Outside for July Concert Season ~ CVB Feature

Head Outside for July Concert Season ~ CVB Feature

Angels Camp, CA…From the rock arena at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys to intimate classical concerts set against the granite in Bear Valley, July is full of options to catch live music out in the open. Check out our picks for outdoor concerts this month. Twisted Folk concerts at Twisted Oak Winery | by Maria Camillo […]

Jank Tones To Headline July First Friday In The Park…June Was Rockin So Make Sure You Go Tonight!!

Jank Tones To Headline July First Friday In The Park…June Was Rockin So Make Sure You Go Tonight!!

Murphys, CA…Jank Tones, a band based in Sonora consisting of bass, guitar and drums, will be the featured performers when the Murphys Community Club’s First Friday in the Park event is presented July 1 starting at 5:30 p.m. in the cool confines of Murphys Community Park. The band, whose agenda is to create an atmosphere […]

Backcountry Pictures and Calaveras Arts Council, Sold Out the West Coast Premier of “A Walk in the Park with David Vassar.”

Backcountry Pictures and Calaveras Arts Council, Sold Out the West Coast Premier of “A Walk in the Park with David Vassar.”

Angels Camp, CA..In celebration of the National Park Centennial, Backcountry Pictures on June 17th presented the Sold Out West Coast Premier of “A Walk in the Park with David Vassar” featuring the Academy Award®-nominated and Emmy® Award-winning writer, director, producer, documentarian and Arnold resident, David Vassar. “A Walk in the Park” was presented in Vassar’s […]

Arnold Lions Club Breakfasts…Don’t Miss The Summer Holiday Tradition

Arnold Lions Club Breakfasts…Don’t Miss The Summer Holiday Tradition

Arnold, CA…The Arnold Lions will once again host a Pancake Breakfast, Saturday and Sunday of the 4th of July weekend. Don’t Miss The Summer Holiday Tradition as the Ebbetts Pass Gas Parking Lot is transformed into a heavenly breakfast destination from 7:30am to 11:30am each day. For additional information contact Rod Smith (209) 795-0892

Brice Station’s Hilltop Concert Series Continues July 2nd With The Hot Dark!

Brice Station’s Hilltop Concert Series Continues July 2nd With The Hot Dark!

Murphys, CA…The Hot Dark returns to Brice Station for their Hill Top Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and dancing shoes. All Ages $15 at the door. Brice Station residents Brittany, Rachel, Alex, and Tyler will be serving food at the event: Organic Diestel turkey sausages with red wine sautéed onions (with a vegetarian option […]

Celebrate Our Local Veterans Tomorrow In Angels Camp

Celebrate Our Local Veterans Tomorrow In Angels Camp

Angels Camp, CA…Celebrate Our Local Veterans Tomorrow In Angels Camp. On July 2nd from 1 to 3pm in the cool and cozy confines of the Bret Harte Theatre the Angels Camp Veterans Memorial District invites you to a special celebration for our vets. They have moved the festivities to the Theatre so the aging WWII […]

Fourth of July Concert & BBQ Monday, July 4th, 2016 6:30 PM Calaveras Community Band

Fourth of July Concert & BBQ Monday, July 4th, 2016 6:30 PM Calaveras Community Band

San Andreas, CA…Celebrate the Fourth of July with the Calaveras Community Band at Turner Park, San Andreas, Monday, July 4th at 6:30 PM, and enjoy a free old fashioned 4th of July Concert in the shade and tranquility of Turner Park as the Band plays patriotic favorites, marches, Latin, Dixieland, and swing tunes. Come between […]

U.S. Forest Service Enacts Temporary Fire Restrictions In High Hazard Areas

U.S. Forest Service Enacts Temporary Fire Restrictions In High Hazard Areas

Sonora, Calif. June 30, 2016…Due to high fire danger, temporary fire restrictions are in effect in High Hazard Areas on the Stanislaus National Forest (STF) July 1 through the end of the official 2016 fire season. Forest Order 16-2016-3 prohibits campfires, briquette barbecues and smoking outside developed campgrounds, as well as welding and blasting activities […]