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Friday, May 16
All Day "Wings & Things" Art Show
08:00 AM Calaveras County County Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee
08:15 AM Angels Camp Infrastructure/Facilities Committee
10:30 AM Angels Camp Library Story Time
11:00 AM "WWI Cavalry In the Field" Exhibit at Ironstone
12:00 PM Meals For Seniors
03:00 PM Calaveras Idol at the Calaveras County Fair & Frogtown Frog Jubilee
All Day Murphys Music Club
07:00 PM The Celebrated Nightly News of Calaveras County
07:30 PM "Tuff Trucks" Competition
10:00 PM The Celebrated Nightly News of Calaveras County
Saturday, May 17
All Day "Wings & Things" Art Show
08:00 AM Calaveras County County Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee
10:00 AM Annual Linden Cherry Festival
10:00 AM Angels Camp Boosters Frog Jump
11:00 AM "WWI Cavalry In the Field" Exhibit at Ironstone
11:00 AM Book Discussion Group
All Day Murphys Music Club
Sunday, May 18
All Day "Wings & Things" Art Show
08:00 AM Calaveras County County Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee~"International Frog Jump Day"
10:00 AM Angels Camp Boosters Frog Jump
11:00 AM "WWI Cavalry In the Field" Exhibit at Ironstone
All Day Murphys Music Club
Monday, May 19
All Day "Wings & Things" Art Show
09:00 AM Independence Hall Quilters Guild of Arnold
11:00 AM "WWI Cavalry In the Field" Exhibit at Ironstone
12:00 PM Meals For Seniors
06:00 PM San Andreas Parks & Rec Meeting
All Day Murphys Music Club
06:30 PM Calaveras Community Band Winter Rehearsals
07:00 PM The Celebrated Nightly News of Calaveras County
10:00 PM The Celebrated Nightly News of Calaveras County

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Join us "Live" at 8pm for Some Real Live Roping, Branding and Wild Cow Milking as we Broadcast the Extreme Ranch Rodeo From Frogtown!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/15/2008 02:19 PM
Frogtown, USA.....Are you ready for some cowboys? The Annual Frogtown Rodeo is coming to town! We will see you "Live" this evening at 8pm for the Extreme Ranch Rodeo at Frogtown. This event is sponsored by Rockin M' Rodeo. Six teams will be competing in the event which awards a $1,500.00 cash prize to the first place winner. We would like to express our deepest thanks to our Sponsor's of tonights event, Spence Feed and Ranch Supplies, Golden State Cellular, Figaro's Pizza & Growlers Brewery, Mark Twain St. Josephs Hospital and Middleton's. Without you, we could not make this happen! So tune in at 8pm for some real live roping, branding and wild cow milking!
Click Here To Watch Live at 8:00pm!
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San Andreas Come on Down!~From Blue House Bistro

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/15/2008 10:11 PM
San Andreas, CA..."Last night we had a great time hosting Mr. Bob Barker at The Bistro. He and his group had toured the PAWS Sanctuary earlier that day and then headed to the Blue House Bistro for dinner at 7pm. Our other guests were delighted to see a celebrity and he was gracious with each of them. He and his party enjoyed an all Vegetarian meal, organic salads and tempura asparagus as well as local wines. It was truly a lovely evening and everyone had a wonderful time."
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Angels Camp Kiddie Parade Photos~By Steve Orr

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/15/2008 04:34 PM
Angels Camp, CA....Steve Orr was so kind to send us some wonderful pictures he took of this morning's Kiddie Parade in Downtown Angels Camp. Thanks for thinking of us Steve....If any of you out there have pictures, video, news, stories or announcements you think our viewers may enjoy, feel free to submit them to news@thepinetree.net. We would love to hear from you!

Click on Photo for Slide Show
Photo's Courtesy of Steve Orr of Steve Orr Photography
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Deputies Arrest Carnival Employees at County Fair

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/15/2008 03:35 PM
Angels Camp, CA....On the opening day of the Calaveras County Fair Sheriffs Deputies arrested two carnival employees for outstanding arrest warrants. Sheriffs Deputies contacted James Gorman, 35, of Quincy Massachusetts at the fairgrounds regarding an outstanding arrest warrant. Deputies advised Gorman that he had a warrant for his arrest out of Massachusetts for assault with a deadly weapon and failure to register as a sex offender. While....
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TRAFFIC NEWS....Big Rig Takes Down Utility Lines at Hwy 49 at Gold Strike Road....Traffic Delays (Update Two)

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/15/2008 03:13 PM
CHP is reporting a big rig collision at Hwy 49 at Gold Strike Road. Apparently a big rig has taken down some utility lines. No injuries or fire being reported. Look out for traffic delays in the area. We just spoke with CHP and they are arriving on scene now. Will keep you posted as needed....The truck and non-power utility cables are on the side of the road now. Hwy 49 is not obstructed...

The Annual Fair & Frog Jump Youth Parade....Video & Photos Galore with more to come!

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/15/2008 02:09 PM
Angels Camp, CA...Downtown Angels Camp was filled to the brim this morning! There were boy scouts, girl scouts, cub scouts, kids on horses, fire trucks, Smokey the Bear, Dancers and more for Annual Calaveras County & Jumping Frog Jubilee Kiddie Parade. Christian Locke and Mikayla Todd of Hannibal Missouri were also on hand as Tom Sawyer and Becky Thatcher. The new Jr. Miss Calaveras, Kaylee Sedler and her court rode atop a Altaville Melones Fire Truck. The new Miss Calaveras 2008, Amanda Warden and her court, made their first public appearance as they rode through town in an antique car The 2nd Day of Fair is a tradition amongst many locals in our area. They take their kids to the parade then head on over to the Jubilee for "Buckaroo Day", which is no admission charge to kids under 12. All Calaveras County schools are closed on Thursday and Friday during the week of fair to give the community a chance to enjoy what this lovely area has to offer! We have the video of the full event enclosed and we have photos with more to come Enjoy....

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Pet of the Week "Sammy"

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/15/2008 01:47 PM
Poor Sammy ended up at the shelter because the other dogs in the household did not like her. We found that hard to believe because we thought she was a great dog. Sammy is about a year old and looking for a new home a home that will love her and give her the attention she deserves. Also, a bath and a good brushing would help! We figure she weighs about 45 pounds - we had to guess because she was a little too fearful to get on the scale.....
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Calaveras County Sheriff's Department Staffing Study and Strategic Plan

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/15/2008 12:21 PM
San Andreas, CA....The Calaveras County Sheriff's Department Staffing Study and Strategic Plan is now available for your viewing pleasure.
Click Text Here to Read Full Plan and Study
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Rides, Food, Fun at Opening Day of the Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee! ~By Hanna Heath

Posted by: hannaheath on 05/15/2008 10:57 AM
Frogtown, CA... Opening Day of the fair was "Heritage Day!" The gates opened at 4pm with a ribbon cutting and dedication to the Snyder family. Day 1 was 25 cent carnival rides, hot dogs, root beer and popcorn. Everyone seemed to be having a grand time! Check out all the photos from of Opening Day at the Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee. Be sure to Check back everyday for more rides, food, and fun!

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Today is "Buckaroo Kids Days" at the Fair...The "Extreme Ranch Rodeo" Can be Watched "Live" Here Tonight at 8pm!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/15/2008 10:15 AM
Frogtown, CA.....Today, Thursday May 15th, is "Buckaroo Kid's Day" at the Calaveras County Fair and Frog Jumping Jubilee! You can start your day off with the Kiddie's parade in downtown Angels Camp then head over to the fair where children under 12 are admitted FREE. The gates open at 8am. The Frog Jump entry booths start today at 11am, with the Kids Fun Jump at 12 noon. The Carnival also opens at 12. At 2pm, the Winemaker of the Day will be announced in the Wine and Floral Pavillion. Calaveras Idol competition is at 7pm with the "Extreme Ranch Rodeo" following at 7:30pm. There will also be live entertainment throughout the day for your enjoyment. Have a great day at the Fair!

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DUI Leads to Rollover with Moderate Injuries

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/15/2008 10:06 AM
A 39 year old male from Valley Springs was air-lifted to Doctors Hospital of Modesto on Wednesday evening at Hawver Road and Jesus Maria Road. Due to the drivers level of intoxication he allowed his vehicle to leave the roadway and overturn. He suffered moderate injuries and was arrested for a DUI. Full CHP release enclosed......
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The 2008 Miss Calaveras Pageant with Over 400 Photos for Your Enjoyment ~By Hanna Heath

Posted by: hannaheath on 05/15/2008 09:58 AM
Frogtown, CA... Last night was the Miss Calaveras Pageant on the Main Stage at Frogtown. We live streamed the event and took over 400 photos of the beautiful contestants. 17 beautiful young women competed for the crown of Miss Calaveras. The pageant is sponsored by the Angels Murphys Rotary Club.....


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Kayte Lowry Takes the Calaveras Saddle Queen Title for 2008! Video Enclosed...

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/15/2008 08:57 AM
Angels Camp, CA... Bret Harte Sophmore Kayte Lowry took home top honors with a $1000 scholarship, in the Calaveras Saddle Queen Competition this year aboard "Tilly". Kayte was named 1st Princess in the 2007 competition who lives in Angels Camp. Congratulations Kayte! The Saddle Queen Competition is known as the main event that kicks off Opening Day of the Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee each Year. This year there were four contestants that competed in five events, Colbi Eads from Angels Camp, Stacey Fischer Valley Springs, Katy Stephens of Angels Camp and of course Kayte Lowry. Video enclosed....
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A Turn for the Judges....Amanda Warden Crowned Miss Calaveras 2008!

Posted by: hannaheath on 05/15/2008 08:55 AM
Frogtown, CA....Congratulations to Amanda Warden who was crowned Miss Calaveras 2008 last night during the 80th Miss Calaveras Scholarship Pageant. Amanda is a 17 year old from Valley Springs. She is a Senior at Calaveras High School. She was awarded the crown and a $1000 scholarship. She sang a beautiful song as her talent. Her parents are Mike and Julie Warden. Her mother, Julie is the Music Teacher at Christian Family Learning Center....We know where she get's her talent from. Her plans are to attend college after she graduates from high school and study Psychology. Amanda and her court will be participating in the Angels Camp Parade this morning at 10am. More to come....We are headed to the parade to get you awesome coverage!
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Full Video of The 2008 Miss Calaveras Pageant.....Congratulations Amanda Warden the 2008 Miss Calaveras!

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/14/2008 08:01 PM
Frogtown, CA....Join us as we broadcast the Miss Calaveras Pageant live at 8pm. We would like to thank Tom Tryon, Calaveras Lumber, Middleton's, Mark Twain St. Josephs Hospital, Big Trees Market, and Blastronix for Sponsoring this event! We deeply appreciate it! The New Miss Calaveras was crowned this evening...Amanda Warden. She is a 17 year old from Valley Springs and also a Senior at Calaveras High School. 1st Runner up was Sandy McClenahan also 17 years old from Angels Camp. She is a Senior at Bret Harte High School. Kayla Wilson was named 2nd Runner up. Full replay of Webcast is enclosed. Enjoy...
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Big Trees Market Weekly Ad for May 14- 20, 2008

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/14/2008 08:04 AM
Arnold, CA...This week is another great ad filled with great "May Deals" for you. Big Trees Market in the Meadowmont Shopping Center is the perfect place to shop for all of your Produce, Meat, Deli and Grocery Needs. They are your friendly Neighborhood Market for the Entire Ebbetts Pass Corridor. Stop on by and fill a cart or two today...

Calaveras Transit Will Be Providing Shuttle Services for the 2008 Calaveras Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/08/2008 11:12 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Calaveras County Transit will be providing shuttle services for the 2008 Calaveras Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee from Wednesday May 14th through Sunday May 18th. The full schedule is enclosed for your convenience....
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More Great COUPON DEALS at Murphy Nursery This Week Too!

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/05/2008 09:07 AM
Murphys, CA...Murphys Nursery has another round of GREAT SAVINGS for you this week. They are featuring 6 packs of Summer Color for only $1.99, 4 inch pots for $1.29 and MUCH MORE! Click Photo to Print Coupon....
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The 2008 Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee Preview Video Chat with Laurie Giannini~By John Hamilton

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/27/2008 10:19 PM
Frogtown, USA....We were fortunate enough to spend a few minutes with Frogtown's Marketing Director, Laurie Giannini. She gave us an update and a preview of this years Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee. The Fair Runs May 14-18 at Frogtown. This Year's fair features, County Singer Mark Wills, Real Ranch Rodeo, Calaveras Saddle Queen Competition, Miss Calaveras Pageant, Tuff Truck Challenge, Calaveras Idol, Destruction Derby and of Course The 2008 Frog Jump International Frog Jump culminating with the Grand Finals on Sunday, May 18th and much much more! Value is also another theme for this years event...
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"The 1942 Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee!"...Full Vintage Video~By Ed Lawsen

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/18/2007 12:52 PM
Frogtown, CA... We have some great vintage video of the 1942 Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee If you look carefully you can make out some of the familiar features of Frogtown. This wonderful video was filmed by Ed Lawsen. It is from the PATV archives. The Full video is enclosed....
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The Ribbons Have Been Cut and They are Off and Hopping!

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/14/2008 05:14 PM
Angels Camp, CA...A very nice Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was just held to officially open the 2008 Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee. This years fair is dedicated to a long time friend of the fair John Snyder. Board President Steven Kautz led the ceremony. Mrs. Snyder accepted a nice bronze statue in honor of her husband. We have video of the ribbon cutting enclosed...
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WEATHER NEWS....Red Flag Warning In Affect Until Friday

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/14/2008 04:00 PM
GUSTY NORTHEASTERLY WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITIES EXPECTED THROUGH FRIDAY. A RIDGE OF HIGH PRESSURE IS BRINGING ABOVE NORMAL MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES TO THE AREA. RECORD TO NEAR RECORD TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED ON THURSDAY INTO THE WEEKEND. GUSTY NORTHERLY WINDS WILL CONTINUE TONIGHT. THEN TURN MORE EASTERLY THURSDAY INTO EARLY FRIDAY AS THE THERMAL TROUGH SETS UP ALONG THE CALIFORNIA COAST. THE GUSTY NORTH TO EAST WINDS AND WARM TEMPERATURES ALONG WITH LOW HUMIDITIES AND POOR OVERNIGHT RECOVERIES ARE RESULTING IN CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS TO ELEVATIONS BELOW 3000 FEET IN....
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Start Guzzling...City of Angels Camp Water is Ready for Your Use Again....UPDATED With Press Release

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/14/2008 02:43 PM
Angels Camp, CA...Angels Camp City water has now been certified as ready for your use again. This comes as welcome news as the town fills up for the Frog Jump. After Speaking with Tim Shearer with the City of Angels Camp, he told us there was an existing leak and due to the the heavy equipment that is being used for the bypass construction it was making the leak to the 50+ year old water main, much worse. The City had two choices, they could repair it now as fast as possible and minimize the down time, or rift a rupture or a catastrophic failure of the water line which would have taken several more days to repair. The first choice was obviously the best one. So happy drinking. Press Release enclosed....
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The Old Mercantile in Angels Camp~By Maureen Elliott (Updated)

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/14/2008 01:30 PM
"They painted the old mercantile in Angels Camp yesterday, but the painter clearly failed Spelling 1A in school since he spelled it Angles Camp." Maureen Elliott... When we stopped by today the front of the store looked great and the signage was fixed..Oops.
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Central Sierra/Hwy 4 Fishing Report for May 14, 2008~From Bill Reynolds

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/14/2008 01:29 PM
Ebbetts Pass Is now open! Lake Alpine has now thawed and nice fish are being caught. Lake Alpine does not officially open until May 15th. The ramp is not in the water as there is still snow around the banks. The Lodge will be open and they will be renting cabins. You can contact the lodge at 209-753-6358. Fly fishermen should try woolly buggers, flying ants, and sparrow nymphs. Bank fishermen should try nightcrawlers, Gulp Power Bait, Gulp Nightcrawlers, floating Power Eggs,and salmon eggs. Lure casters should try Kastmasters, Panther Martin spinners, and Rooster Tails.....
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May Forest Weather Update~By Lonnie Allison

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/14/2008 12:53 PM
Forest Precipitation....Based on data from Pinecrest, Mi Wok and Groveland Ranger Stations, forest precipitation to date is 57% of average. This is a drop from 63% a month ago due to April being extremely dry (.18" at Pinecrest and Mi Wok; .12 at Groveland). This is the driest March-April period on the forest based on 45 years data at the Pinecrest site. It appears that this water year (2007-2008) will end with about the same precipitation as 2006-2007. If so, this will be second driest back-to-back year period on record, surpassed only by the extreme drought of '75-76 and '76-77. This year is more deceptively dry than last because we had a lot of snow in January and February. However, last fall was very dry and it....
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Electrical Short Causes Fire on Tuesday in Jenny Lind

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/14/2008 12:01 PM
Jenny Lind, CA...An electrical short in a bulb that was connected from one storage shed to a trailer with a 10 gauge wire, caused a fire on Tuesday evening at 8267 Ospital Road in Jenny Lind. Damaged were three storage sheds and a travel trailer. Estimated dollar damages are $20,000.00 for structures and contents. No injuries reported. Full CAL Fire report enclosed.....
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Arnold Lions Attend Mountain Region District Meeting in Murphys

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/14/2008 11:52 AM
Murphys, CA...Twenty three Arnold Lions attended a two day District Meeting in Murphys organized by Lion Bob Zetterberg, Mountain Chair and a member of the Arnold Lions. Friday, May 9th was a social starting with dinner for 93 Lions from 65 Districts at the Foothill Restaurant in Murphys. Then off to the Black Bart Playhouse to watch the felonious comedy “The White Sheep of the Family.” .....

Photo Courtesy of Arnold Lions
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Twas Just Hours Before Opening ~ By John Hamilton

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/14/2008 09:26 AM
Frogtown, USA...Twas Just Hours Before Opening and all through the town people were scurrying and rushing around. The Ferris Wheel is ready and waiting for riders. There are Cakes & Cookies and even some Ciders.

The Princesses have practiced their steps their sounds. Even the Bovines and Equines are pretty and round. There are booths, vendors and more, just waiting for you to come and explore.

Mark Twain would be happy as his tale comes to life. So head to Frogtown and you can even bring your wife. The Frogs Will Be Hopping all over with glee. Frogtown is just waiting to give you Jubilee!
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Vallecito Union School District Board of Trustees Special Meeting Scheduled for Thursday

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/14/2008 08:52 AM
Avery, CA...VUSD Board of Trustees has a Special Meeting scheduled on Thursday at 7:50am. They will immediately convene to a Closed Session. Then back to an Open Session. Full agenda is enclosed....
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One Last Candidates Night This Evening

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/14/2008 08:36 AM
Railroad Flat, CA.....There will be one last Candidates Night this evening. The Railroad Flat Community Club will be hosting a District 2 Supervisor Candidates' Night" at the Railroad Flat Community Hall on May 14, from 7-9pm. Refreshments will be served (if you would like to donate cookies please email janet at rrfccrrf@gmail.com. Both candidates, John Morse and Steve Wilensky will present their opening statements which will be followed by questions and answers. Come and listen to both sides so you will be better prepared to vote on June 3rd.....

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRAYSON HAMILTON!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/14/2008 08:10 AM
Happy 6th Birthday Grayson! We love you very much!

xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Mommy, Daddy and "G"
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Hospital's Celebrate National Hospital Week in May

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/14/2008 08:08 AM
Hospital Week is a Nationally-recognized week to celebrate the great work hospitals do to keep our population healthy. It is a time to give thanks to those doctors, nurses, and support staff who have a passion for patient care. "Did you know...National Hospital Week is celebrated in May. Take time to appreciate the excellent health care choices available in our foothill communities." ....
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Non-Stop Hopping Fair Coverage Right Here on ThePineTree.net!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/13/2008 11:30 PM
Frogtown, CA....Join John and Kim as they come to you "Live" each night at 7pm for our Celebrated Nightly News of Calaveras County from the Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee. We will also be "Live" broadcasting "The Miss Calaveras Pageant" on Wednesday eve at 8pm; "The Extreme Ranch Rodeo" on Thursday eve at 8pm; "The Tuff Trucks" On Friday night at 7:30pm; "The Qualifying Frog Jump" at 11:0am on Saturday; then on Sunday, "The Frog Jump" Finals at 2:30pm and to follow "Destruction Derby" at 5:30pm and more.....So Please join us if you can! We would like to express our deepest thanks to our sponsors who have enabled us to make this happen just for you!
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2007 Video Frog Jump Highlights....The Record Almost Falls....Brent Bloom of Sacramento Wins the 2007 Calaveras County Frog Jump... Full "Grand Finals" Enclosed!

Posted by: thepinetree on 05/20/2007 04:07 PM
Frogtown, USA...The 2007 Frog Jump is in the record books! Brent Bloom wins the jump with a jump of 21' 4 and 1/4". This was his 2nd win...He also had a win in 1980...So Rosie the Ribiter's record stands for at least one more year. Enclosed are the Final 2007 Frog Jump Results plus we have the replay video enclosed of our webcast of the finals. Relive the Hopping....
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The Celebrated Nightly News of Calaveras County "Live" at 10pm The Replay is Enclosed

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/13/2008 09:55 PM
Join John and Kim at 10pm for our Nightly News. We would like to thank tonights Sponsor, Mark Twain St. Josephs Hospital. Tonight we discuss BOS meeting recap for today; Calaveras County Fair Opening Day tomorrow along with the Fair Schedule and more!

"Did you know…National Hospital Week is celebrated in May. Take time to appreciate the excellent health care choices available in our foothill communities."
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Past 65 Local News
  1. Get the Most From Your Caneberries~By Ken Churches
  2. TRAFFIC NEWS.....CHP is Reporting a Vehicle Collision at Hwy 26 (UPDATE)
  3. Angels Camp Water Update~By Mary Kelly
  4. CCWD Joint Water Committee Meeting Wednesday May 14th at 9am
  5. Winemaker's Night at Alchemy Market This Eve
  6. TRAFFIC NEWS....Non-Injury Vehicle Collision at Hwy 12 and 49
  7. Help a Child....Join Prevent Child Abuse Calaveras Council
  8. Century 21 Sierra Poperties Busy Cleaning Stretch of Hwy 4 in Arnold Today
  9. Kids Set to Catch a Smile at the Free Pinecrest Lake Fish Fair
  10. Avery Middle School Band Receives Silver Rating at Forum Music Festival
  11. 2nd Annual Copperopolis Community Family Fun Day Coming Up May 24th!
  12. Annual County Government Frog Jump Results are In!
  13. City of Angels Camp Water Update~By John Hamilton
  14. Looking for Lodging for The Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee?
  15. Looking for A Job? Positions Open at Colleen's Corner in Beautiful Arnold!
  16. Former Miss Calaveras Princess Travels to Africa for Medical Outreach....(Update)She has Already Raised 00!
  17. Summer Happenings at SNAC!
  18. Angels Camp Water Woes Even Brought KCRA to Town
  19. And......They Are Off and Plumbing!
  20. 80 Years of Tradition~By Carolee White
  21. The Celebrated Nightly News for Calaveras County "Live" Tonight at 7pm The Replay is enclosed
  22. Catches of the Week....Fish That is!~From Glory Hole Sports
  23. New Melones Lake Fishing Report for 5/12/08~From Glory Hole Sports
  24. Economic Update for Week of May 12, 2008~By Donna M.Stevenson of Pacific West Financial
  25. Volunteers Still Needed for Sober Grad Night...Video Chat with Laurie Jurgens
  26. Murphys Creek Theatre Announces Applications Available for "The Mirror Project!"
  27. TRAFFIC ADVISORY....State Route 12 From Haupt Creek to Just West of Central Hill Road in Calaveras County
  28. Opening of Ebbetts Pass~From Cal-Trans
  29. TRAFFIC ADVISORY....State Route 4 From Rolleri Bypass Road to Six Mile Creek/Six Mile Road in Calaveras County
  30. Another Angels Camp Water Update for May 12th~From Mary Kelly
  31. Electrical Fire Reported on Saturday Afternoon
  32. Looking for Local Election News?
  33. Swim, Bike, Run, Finish! 80 NEW PHOTOS! ~By Hanna Heath
  34. Kaylee Sedler Crowned Jr. Miss Calaveras 2008 ~By Hanna Heath
  35. Those Painted Frogs of Calaveras County Were Unveiled on Friday Night! Watch the video of the unveiling
  36. There's Still Time to Register for the Calaveras County Sierra Century 2008 Ride Coming up On June 7th!
  37. Angels Camp Changing Main Water Line May 12th. Curtail all water usage starting at 9 pm. • DO NOT DRINK YOUR TAP WATER---USE ONLY BOTTLED WATER.
  38. Race into Middleton's For Great Furniture Deals and a Chance to Win a 2009 Ford Mustang GT!
  39. Middleton's May GE Specials! Shop Local and Save!
  40. The 2008 Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee..."Heard it from the Bovine"...Schedule of Events for May 14~May 18th
  41. Tickets are on Sale Now for the "Wine Murder Mystery" at Irish Family Vineyards!
  42. The 2007 Sierra Century Ride Video Highlights!
  43. Board of Supervisors Back to Discuss Cal-Trans, Copper Valley Ranch, County Bus Purchase, Mental Health Month, Building & Planning Fees, Sheriff's Operations Staff Study and more at Tuesday's Meeting
  44. A Famous Quote from Mark Twain
  45. Public Invited to Open House for The Placer Title Company in the New Copper Town Square!
  46. Mother's Day Visitor~From Tyler Summerset
  47. 54th Annual County Track Meet ~By Hanna Heath
  48. What We Say...What Mom Hears! Happy Mothers Day!
  49. Big Trees Market Weekly Ad for May 7-13, 2008....Don't miss this week's video with Pete the Produce Man!
  50. The CCOG Needs Your Ideas!
  51. Another Day of Auditions Has Been Added...Ann Mazzaferro Will be Directing Disney's Beauty and The Beast!
  52. TRAFFIC NEWS....Hwy 4 Motorcycle Accident Causing One Lane Controlled Traffic Near Big Trees
  53. A Mother's Day Message to Me!~From Dean & Arlene Eddy
  54. Retirement Sale at EwePhoric Yarns in Arnold~From Susanne Bergum
  55. Big Fish in Murphys!~From Roger and Cindy Henness
  56. Kids in Jenny's Kitchen..."Homemade French Toast Just For Mom!"~With Jenny Baxter and the Hamilton's Boys Video Enclosed
  57. Heidi's Flowers N' More Wants You to Stop and Get Some Tonight.....Business Focus Video with Hanna Heath
  58. Celebrate Mother's Day and Give Mom Flower's This Year....Visit Blooms and Things at www.MothersDayFlowers.Org!
  59. Theresa Renfro and Her Family Receive First Habitat House in Valley Springs!
  60. Anglers of All Ages Show Up for the Big Fishing Derby at Indian Rock Vineyards!
  61. Mountain Melody Women’s Chorus of Calaveras County Presents “SUMMERTIME SERENADE”
  62. WILD, Rivers and Canyons, Patrice Pike, Jim (Box Set) Brunberg, Megan Slankard, and More!~By Pride Wright
  63. CHP is Reporting Minor Injury Collision at Moran and Russell Road
  64. Master Gardeners Visit the Nemee Olive Orchard~By Gretchen Sullivan
  65. Watch for Traffic Congestion near Hwy 49 & Mountain Ranch Road.




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Local Elections 2008
Chamber & Enterprise District II Candidates Night in Mokelumne Hill With Supervisor Steve Wilensky & John Morse
Chamber & Enterprise District I Candidates Night from San Andreas with Gary Tofanelli, Zerrall McDaniel & Kathy Mazzaferro.
Chamber & Enterprise District IV Candidates Night from Murphys with Supervisor Tom Tryon & Challengers Councilman Lee Seaton, Ron Klass & Sarah Lunsford.
The Gloves Come Off in Exchange between Lee Seaton & Tom Tryon
All Districts Candidates Night Sponsored By The Sheriff's Association. Taped at the San Andreas Town Hall
District II Candidate John Morse
District IV Candidate Sarah Lunsford
District II Candidate Supervisor Steve Wilensky
District I Candidate Interview with Gary Tofanelli
District I Candidate Interview with Zerrall McDaniel
Mountain Chronicle District IV Candidates Night
District IV Candidate Lee Seaton
District IV Candidate Tom Tryon
District IV Candidate Ron Klass Coming Soon

District I Candidate Kathy Mazzaferro Coming Soon


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