Michael Norman Hill 1942 – 2016

Michael Norman Hill 1942 – 2016

Arnold, CA…Michael Norman Hill, resident of Arnold, California, died 4/26 in Sonora after a short illness. Memorial celebration is being planned for May 29th, at 2pm at Mt Brow Winery. Michael was born in Stockton, 9/5/42. He worked as a contractor for his realtor parents (Hill Realty in Blue Lake Springs), Carl and Mabel Hill […]

The Big Buildup Is Complete & Now Will Rosie’s Record Stand

The Big Buildup Is Complete & Now Will Rosie’s Record Stand

Frogtown, USA….The 2016 Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jump Jubilee is underway. In the weeks leading up to the event there are several sanctioned Frog Jumps were people can qualify for the International Frog Jump Finals on Sunday at the fair. Below are photos from the Government Jump in San Andreas and a few photos […]

The First Day of Fair Has Something for Everyone! Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee May 19-22

The First Day of Fair Has Something for Everyone!   Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee May 19-22

Frogtown, USA…Today, Thursday May 19, is the first day of our celebrated County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee and there is something to do for everyone! 8AM – Livestock Shows start at the Tower Pavilion 10AM – Youth Parade through downtown Angels Camp 12PM – California Carnival opens up, Frog Stage opens, Cole Porter Band […]

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets Weekly Specials Through May 24

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets Weekly Specials Through May 24

Murphys & Angels Camp, CA… Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. “We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. ” – Mike Croshaw Wishing you Good Times, Good Cheer, and a […]

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

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

Murphys, CA…In celebration of the National Park Centennial, Backcountry Pictures presents the West Coast Premier of “A Walk in the Park with David Vassar” featuring the Academy Award®-nominated and Emmy® Award-winning writer, director, producer, and documentarian, David Vassar. “A Walk in the Park” will be presented in Vassar’s adopted home of Calaveras County on the evening of Friday, […]

Sonora Pass Opens For Summer Driving Season. All Mountain Passes Now Open

Sonora Pass Opens For Summer Driving Season.  All Mountain Passes Now Open

Tuolumne County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has removed the winter snow, cleared the debris and made the necessary repairs to open State Route 108 over Sonora Pass at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Wednesday, May 18, 2016. The diligent work of Caltrans crews enabled the opening of the pass for motorists who utilize this […]

Robert Lowell Mast December 6, 1990 – May 13, 2016

Robert Lowell Mast December 6, 1990 – May 13, 2016

Murphys, CA…Robert Lowell Mast, 25, passed on Friday, May 13, 2016 drowning in the Stanislaus River on a camping trip. Born and raised in Calaveras, Robbie loved exploring the outdoors. He was an outstanding student often chosen for leadership roles. He was fearless in all pursuits: a creative visual artist, instinctive performer, inspired designer, and […]

Gold Rush History Comes to Life At Columbia State Historic Park’s Diggins 1852

Gold Rush History Comes to Life At Columbia State Historic Park’s Diggins 1852

Columbia, CA…Columbia State Historic Park will present “Diggins Tent Town 1852”, their annual living history event this coming May 19th through May 22nd. Sponsored by Friends of Columbia and Columbia State Historic Park and depicted by over 150 costumed volunteers, visitors can experience the events and environment of an 1850’s mining camp that is re-created […]

Don’t Miss The Soroptimist’s 2016 Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee Youth Parade

Don’t Miss The Soroptimist’s 2016 Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee Youth Parade

Angels Camp, CA…Time to sign up to participate for the annual Youth Parade! The Parade, which is put on by Soroptimist International of Calaveras County and sponsored by Century 21 Sierra Properties, will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 19 in Angels Camp. Individuals, pairs, and groups/clubs are all invited to take part […]

Cal.net Announces Merger With Hstar Technology Group

Cal.net Announces Merger With Hstar Technology Group

Shingle Springs, CA…Cal.net, Inc, an Internet Service Provider (“ISP”) based in Shingle Springs, CA, today announces that it has merged with Hstar Technology Group, Inc., an ISP based in Angels Camp, CA. By adding about 300 square miles of service area in Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties, this merger expands the Cal.net geographic coverage territory to […]

Summer Social Memberships Now Available At Greenhorn Creek

Summer Social Memberships Now Available At Greenhorn Creek

Angels Camp, CA…Summer Social Memberships are available now! Enjoy all that Greenhorn Creek has to offer, from golf and dining, to bocce courts and spectacular sunsets, all summer long, with NO initiation fee! Sign up today: http://www.greenhorncreek.com/Become_a_Member/Apply_for_Membership/SummerSocial.aspx

Twisted Folk Concert Series Presents Solas

Twisted Folk Concert Series Presents Solas

Vallecito, CA…Twisted Oak Winery is pleased to announce the second concert of our 2016 Twisted Folk Concert Series – with Solas. Anchored by founding members Seamus Egan (flute, tenor banjo, mandolin, whistles, guitars, bodhran) and Winifred Horan (violins, vocals), who form the backbone of the uniquely definable Solas sound, long time members Eamon McElholm (guitars, […]

The Saddle Queen Competition Gallups Into The Arena On Day One Of Fair

The Saddle Queen Competition Gallups Into The Arena On Day One Of Fair

Angels Camp, CA…Galluping into the Arena at 2 P.M. on the opening day of the Fair for the Saddle Queen competition will be: Callie Fischer (Calaveras), Christa Gillio (Calaveras), Gracie Granam (Bret Harte), Melanie Nelson (Bret Harte), and Samantha Smith (Bret Harte). This is a great test of skill, poise and drive for our young […]

Coldwell Banker Action Realty Is Ready To Serve

Coldwell Banker Action Realty Is Ready To Serve

Arnold, CA… Your Neighborhood Experts! At Coldwell Banker Action Realty we don’t expect you to know your way around the market, that is why we are here. We do everything we can to guide our customers in this ever changing real estate market. We listen carefully to our clients needs and goals and won’t quit […]

90 Days To Go For Angels Camp CHS Thrift Store

90 Days To Go For Angels Camp CHS Thrift Store

Calaveras Humane Society announces the closure of its Angels Camp Thrift Store. The closure is scheduled for August 15th. Donations will be gladly accepted through July 16th. The store will continue to offer specials and a premium selection of gently used items until the store closes August 15th. As we progress toward our capital campaign […]

Traffic Advisory Hwy 12 From CA/SJ County Line To Hwy 49 In Calaveras

Traffic Advisory Hwy 12 From CA/SJ County Line To Hwy 49 In Calaveras

Calaveras County – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 12 (SR-12) from the Calaveras/San Joaquin County line to SR-49 for striping operations. Crews will begin work on Sunday, May 15, 2016, through Friday, May 20, 2016, from 7:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. Crews will […]

Introduction to French Wines Class, June 10th, 2016.

Introduction to French Wines Class, June 10th, 2016.

Copperopolis, CA…Join us for an exciting evening of fun and adventure as we journey through the French countryside tasting incredible wines from classic regions including Burgundy, Loire, Bordeaux and Rhone. Along the way we’ll gain an in-depth knowledge of the history, climate, soils, winemaking and varietals of the regions. We’ll also sample local foods and […]

Murphys Suites Is Hiring

Murphys Suites Is Hiring

Murphys, CA…Murphys Suites is hiring weekend housekeepers that are organized able to follow direction and pay attention to detail. Hours vary due to occupancy. Job duties include, but are not limited to washing/drying/folding linens, vacuuming, dusting, changing linens, cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and any other duties as needed. Must be physically able to climb stairs […]

7000 Marijuana Plants Eradicated

7000 Marijuana Plants Eradicated

San Andreas, CA…On 05-13-2016 members of the Calaveras County Sheriffs Ofice eradicated approximately 7,000 marijuana plants in rural San Andreas. The marijuana plants were located on private property in steep terrain and thick brush. No suspects were located and the case is still under investigation.

No Mosquitoes Yet In Mosquito Lake

No Mosquitoes Yet In Mosquito Lake

Mosquito Lake, CA…With the pass open we thought we would take a gander at the high country to see how things are faring so far this spring. Quite a few fishermen along the East Carson River that is really flowing. The high country lakes are still melting out. We did so a couple of people […]

Muphys 9 Golf Course, Great Golf, Great Setting & Great Value! Rounds Starting At $11 Per Round

Muphys 9 Golf Course, Great Golf, Great Setting & Great Value!  Rounds Starting At $11 Per Round

Murphys, CA…Come Enjoy the Murphys 9 Golf Course in Forest Meadows. When you come play the Murphys 9 Golf Course, you will enjoy some of the best golf and the best golf value in the area. This Robert Trent Jones, Jr. golf course offers golfers of all abilities a day they will not soon forget, […]

Market At The Square Is Every Sunday Through October

Market At The Square Is Every Sunday Through October

Copperopolis, CA…Join us this Sunday for Market at The Square, 10-3pm! Runs every Sunday through end of October. We have some wonderful vendors this year! Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, Gourmet Cheeses, Baked Goodies, Raw Honeys, Nuts, Crafts, Candles and More! Food by Stacy at Sidewinder’s! Music by Williams and Ridings of The Hot Dark! […]