Mountain Ranch, CA…In 1950, we started out as a family operation with Erich’s father and mother, August and Freida Sender, in a century-old adobe building. The upstairs was home to the Sender family, and the first floor included groceries, a meat market, a bar, and a small eating place called Opa’s Smokehouse. On Christmas morning […]
San Andreas, CA…Charles “Buddy” Brown October 23, 1934 ~ September 2, 2025 (age 90). Charles Arlen “Buddy” Brown was born on October 23, 1934, and passed away on September 2, 2025. He spent his entire life in Calaveras County. Buddy graduated from Calaveras High School and worked for Calaveras Cement for 45 years before his […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Air Pollution Control District has issued a smoke advisory to notify the public of the potential for poor air quality conditions due to smoke from the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire Incidents in Calaveras and Tuolumne counties. This advisory will remain in effect until Thursday, September 4, at 12:00 PM […]
San Andreas, CA…The Annual Health + Community Resources Fair is Sept. 27 at the Dignity Health Mark Twain Medical Center Campus. No Cost Flu Shots, Blood Panels only $45 & Much More. 7am to Noon on September 27th.
San Andreas, CA…This series of fires within CAL FIRE/Tuloumne-Calaveras Unit contains 22 distinct fires that occurred around the time of a lightning storm that passed through the area. Multiple ground and air resources have arrived, totaling 634 personnel. Additional ground and air resources are on order and will be engaged on the fire lines as […]
San Andreas, CA…The Lightning Fire Complex Hotline (209-754-6777) will be offline for the remainder of this evening and will be back in service at 0800 hours on 09/03. If you have fire-related questions that are not considered emergencies, please contact the Calaveras County Dispatch Center at the number listed below. For any emergency-related incidents, please […]
San Andreas, CA…Well what a day it has been so far. Early morning lightning strikes created havoc and destruction for the rest of the day. CAL FIRE is reporting 7,711 Acres burned today. The largest portion of the complex fire is basically from Chinese Camp all the way to Don Pedro at now 4,000 acres. […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Rusty (A043248) and Yogi (A051701), two male companions—a Terrier mix about 12 pounds and 12 years, and a German Shepherd mix about 94 pounds and 7 years. This unlikely but devoted pair of friends came to the shelter together after their owner faced a housing crisis. Though their sizes are dramatically different, […]
San Andreas, CA…August 22nd, 2025, signified the culmination of a lengthy and distinguished law enforcement career filled with dedication, service, and memorable moments. Captain Ed Ballard retired from the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office after providing over thirty-four years of dedicated service. In addition to serving Calaveras County as a Law Enforcement Officer, Captain Ballard worked […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA…Stanford “Stan” C. Dell’Orto May 29, 1954 ~ August 9, 2025 (age 71). Stanford “Stan” Carl Dell’Orto, 71, of Mokelumne Hill, passed away on August 9, 2025, while riding his horse in the Stanislaus National Forest on his summer grazing allotment, moving cattle alongside his son. Born on May 29, 1954, in San […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Uncle (A059342), a male Pit Bull mix, about 2 years and 74 pounds. Uncle is a sensitive boy who has been through more than his share in his young life. While many dogs bark and jump for attention in the shelter, Uncle sits quietly in his kennel, watching with soulful eyes that […]
Angels Camp, CA…Firefighters are working the Dogtown fire off of Dogtown Road. At last report it was 3 acres. They have been doing a phenomenal job so far this year in keeping minor what could have turned into major incidents. They will no doubt get this one taken care of even with the high temperatures.
Mountain Ranch, CA…In 1950, we started out as a family operation with Erich’s father and mother, August and Freida Sender, in a century-old adobe building. The upstairs was home to the Sender family, and the first floor included groceries, a meat market, a bar, and a small eating place called Opa’s Smokehouse. On Christmas morning […]
Rail Road Flat, CA…The Rusty Rockers close out another great season of Music in the Parks. The Calaveras Arts Council has put on another great summer of shows. Don’t miss tonight!!
Burson, CA…On August 3rd, 2025, at approximately 12:30 P.M., deputies responded to a disturbance involving firearms in the 3000 block of Burson Road, Burson. The altercation began over a stolen bicycle and involved multiple individuals, two of whom were armed with a shotgun and one with a handgun. As deputies arrived on scene, they were […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Sunny (A059348), a male Golden Retriever, about 4 years and 65 pounds. Sunny is a handsome Golden Retriever with a heart as bright as his name. When he first arrived, he was shy and uncertain, with a healing puncture on his nose and a worried look in his eyes. With gentle care […]
Valley Springs, CA…On August 8th, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., a Calaveras County Sheriff’s deputy was conducting routine patrol in the area of Ross Drive in Valley Springs. The deputy located an SUV parked in the middle of the roadway, creating a traffic hazard. A records check was conducted on the occupants, revealing that the […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…In 1950, we started out as a family operation with Erich’s father and mother, August and Freida Sender, in a century-old adobe building. The upstairs was home to the Sender family, and the first floor included groceries, a meat market, a bar, and a small eating place called Opa’s Smokehouse. On Christmas morning […]
San Andreas, CA…Joann Scott February 10, 1966 ~ August 11, 2025 (age 59). Online condolences can be made at https://www.dieboldfuneral.com/. Funeral arrangements were trusted to San Andreas Memorial Chapel, 254 West St. Charles PO Box 328 San Andreas, CA 95249, (209) 754-3361. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joann Scott, please visit our floral store.
San Andreas, CA…Mrs. Linda Kay Dunlap September 12, 1965 ~ August 10, 2025 (age 59). Linda Kay Dunlap, 59, passed away on August 10, 2025. Online condolences can be made at https://www.dieboldfuneral.com/. Funeral arrangements were trusted to San Andreas Memorial Chapel, 254 West St. Charles PO Box 328 San Andreas, CA 95249, (209) 754-3361. To send flowers to […]
Walnut Creek, CA…Mr. Adrian Ochoa Gonzalez July 9, 1961 ~ July 19, 2025 (age 64). Adrian Ochoa Gonzalez, 64, passed away on July 19, 2025. Online condolences can be made at https://www.dieboldfuneral.com/. Funeral arrangements were trusted to San Andreas Memorial Chapel, 254 West St. Charles PO Box 328 San Andreas, CA 95249, (209) 754-3361. To send flowers to the […]
San Andreas, CA…Please join us in congratulating Officer Torrez, who officially graduated from the CHP Academy on August 1st! A proud Southern California native, Officer Torrez comes from a strong law enforcement family — his father currently serves as a CHP Sergeant, and he was fortunate to graduate alongside his older brother, who also completed […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 8/12/2025 9:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Video Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Staff Announcements This is a time for […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Bunny (A059336), a female German Shepherd mix, about 10 months and 50 pounds. Bunny is a delightful young pup whose comically large ears are impossible to ignore. At just 10 months old, she’s still growing into her lanky frame, and we hope she never grows into those ears—they’re part of her irresistible […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…In 1950, we started out as a family operation with Erich’s father and mother, August and Freida Sender, in a century-old adobe building. The upstairs was home to the Sender family, and the first floor included groceries, a meat market, a bar, and a small eating place called Opa’s Smokehouse. On Christmas morning […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Benson (A059319), an male Doberman Pinscher, about 1 year old and 59 pounds. Benson is a tall, dark, and delightfully goofy young pup with all the potential in the world. His natural ears and big, expressive eyes give him a cartoonish charm that’s impossible to resist. Still very much a puppy, Benson […]
San Andreas, CA…HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) provides free, confidential one-on-one counseling, education, and assistance to individuals and their families on Medicare, Long-Term Care insurance, other health insurance related issues, and planning ahead for Long-Term Care needs. HICAP also provides legal assistance or legal referrals in dealing with Medicare or Long-Term Care insurance […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…On July 26th, 2025, at approximately 3:30 PM, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center received a report of an active burglary in progress at a residence listed for sale in the 20000 block of Jesus Maria Road in Mountain Ranch. A Good Samaritan intervened by positioning their vehicle to block the suspect’s […]
San Andreas, CA…A-1 has been Serving Calaveras county, central California valley and surrounding areas since 2007. They offer full service repair and sales of tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, logsplitters, generators and rototillers. In addition, they provide sharpening service for chainsaws, mower blades and circular saw blades. They are located at 660 E. St. Charles St, […]
San Andreas, CA…The Annual Health + Community Resources Fair is Sept. 27 at the Dignity Health Mark Twain Medical Center Campus. No Cost Flu Shots, Blood Panels only $45 & Much More. 7am to Noon on September 27th.
