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Thursday, Sep 9
Alcoholics Anonymous
10:00 AM FREE MEDI-CARE MADE CLEAR MEETING - San Andreas
06:00 PM Public Scoping Meeting
07:30 PM Annual Meeting for Woods Creek Litte League
Friday, Sep 10
All Day Happy 15th Anniversary John
10:00 AM FREE MEDI-CARE MADE CLEAR MEETING - SAN ANDREAS
10:30 AM Story Time At Angels Camp Library
05:00 PM Farmers Market, Murphys
05:00 PM Farmers Market, Angels Camp
06:15 PM Annual Meeting for Amador County West Little League
Saturday, Sep 11
07:00 AM Moke Hill Lions Club Yard Sale
07:00 AM Railroad Flat Community Club Monthly Pancake Breakfast
08:00 AM Live On! Walk-A-Thon
08:30 AM Valley Springs Farmers Market
09:00 AM Murphys-Angels Lions Club 3rd Annual Classic Car Show
10:00 AM FREE MEDI-CARE MADE CLEAR MEETING - ANGELS CAMP
10:00 AM Cirque du Sonora
10:00 AM Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway Celebration
Sunday, Sep 12
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The Salon in Angels Camp is Now Offering Exclusive Brazilian Blowouts

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/30/2010 09:37 AM
Angels Camp, CA...The Salon is now offering an exclusive new treatment, the Brazilian Blowout as seen in Glamour, People and Teen Vogue. The Brazilian Blowout is an innovative hair smoothing treatment that significantly reduces your styling time, leaves you with frizz-free, radiantly shiny, just-out-of-the-salon hair...
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This Week on "Kitty Korner"...We have Patience!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 11:51 PM
"Patience" is well named. She would be GREAT for either a family with children or anyone! We think she would be fine with other cats or even dogs. Nothing seems to bother this beautiful, short haired Pastel Tortoiseshell. This bunny-soft beauty's facial markings make her look like she has been touched by an artist's brush. She is now happily spayed, current on shots and waiting for you! Call Anne at 795-4538 or email cedarridge@sbcglobal.net

Patrice Pike Plays the Bart on September 18th!~by Pride Wright

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/03/2010 07:51 AM
Murphys, CA....Greetings, music lovers! A quick pre-Labor Day Weekend reminder about our upcoming show at the Bart with Austin singer/songwriter Patrice Pike. She'll have her longtime bassist Glenn McGregor along, as well as Jens Jarvie, a sensational young Calaveras County percussionist. Patrice and I are close to wrapping up an expansive multi-media project we've been working on for several years now, and this performance is the final piece. Hope you'll come out and support it. For more information, including online ticketing, visit www.brushwoodlounge.com
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Reminder....."Rules of Engagement on ThePineTree.net" When Making Comment's

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 11/12/2008 11:27 AM
As our loyal viewers, we ask that you please try to follow our Rules of Engagement" when commenting on ThePineTree.net....We here at ThePineTree.net have and always will believe in Freedom of Speech. Some of our commenter's have crossed the line. We enforced our Rules of Engagement quite some time ago. People who want to post comments on ThePineTree.net are going to have to follow our rules. No libel, slander, no lying, no fabricating, no swearing at all, no offensive slang, no insulting groups or individuals, no ethnic slurs and/or epithets, no religious bigotry, no threats of any kind, no....
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5th Annual Calaveras Artists Studio Tour September 25~26

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/08/2010 08:00 PM

Railtown 1897 Celebrates Restoration of Caboose #7 with Special “Caboose Day” On Saturday, September 18

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 06:51 PM
JAMESTOWN, Calif. -- On Saturday, September 18, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park (SHP) will officially celebrate the recent restoration of wooden Caboose #7 with caboose rides, handcar rides, storytelling, live music and more. Caboose #7 was originally built in 1923 and came to Jamestown in 1956. This caboose has appeared in many movies and TV shows, including Back to the Future III, where it was part of the dramatic train jumping scenes. Suffering from dry rot and poor remodeling in the 1980s, Park volunteers spent four years carefully researching and replicating original materials to make the caboose available for a return to train service...

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Traffic Alert...Vehicle Off Roadway on French Gulch

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 05:57 PM
Murphys, CA...Crews are working a single vehicle crash on French Gulch Road just north of Murphys Grade Road. Please use caution in the area...

TRAFFIC NEWS...Solo Vehicle Off Roadway in Murphys

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 05:50 PM
Murphys, CA...Crews are responding to a solo vehicle off of roadway at French Gulch just north Murphys Grade Road. Updates to follow as needed...

Stanislaus Sheriff's Office Personnel to be Recognized

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 03:42 PM
Hughson, CA.....Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department Sergeant John Walker, and Deputy Jesse Grogan, who is assigned to the Hughson Police Services, will both be recognized by the Hughson City Council next week for their heroic actions during the course of a working structure fire evacuation. On Mon., Aug. 30, 2010, at approximately 9:20 p.m., while on his regular patrol duties, Sgt. Walker was flagged down by a concerned citizen near the intersection of Tully and Fox Roads in Hughson. The citizen reported a home in the 6700 block of Fox Road was on fire and possibly fully engulfed in .....
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Calaveras County Annual "Pink in The Night!"

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 03:35 PM
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to remember those living with breast cancer, their family and friends who provide them with love and support and to everyone that has been touched by the disease. The Mark Twain St. Joseph’s Foundation is spreading the word that early detection of breast cancer followed by prompt treatment saves lives. You are invited to participate in Calaveras County’s Annual Pink in the Night. We are asking Arnold business establishments on October 1st, 2010 to light up their businesses with pink lights during the month of October. The event was started in Murphys and was a tremendous success.....




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Scotts Yogurt Factory is proud to honor Shawn McCamey as our flavor of the week!!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 02:59 PM
Angels Camp, CA....Shawn started the church, REFUGE, in 2008 with his wife of 18 years, Connie. After 15 years as the youth Pastor for Calvary chapel in Sonora, they felt like God was calling them to lead a church. They originally started as a bible study at the Golden State cellular office, they moved to various locations including Glory hole center before landing at their new home on Murphys Grade rd, the former Church of the Nazarene. Their Church has grown from about 20 people in 2008 to over 100 today. They have started a program called "As you see fit clothing .....
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Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Meeting Video for September 8th, 2010

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/08/2010 11:19 AM
San Andreas, CA...Yesterday's meeting came in at under 3 hours. Hot topics included a Copperopolis Subdivision and more. The video is enclosed and we will post the summary as soon as it comes in. We have already had calls for the video...

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Traffic Alert...Vehicle Off of Roadway on Hwy 4 at Live Oak Drive

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/08/2010 11:23 AM
Murphys, CA..Crews are working a vehicle accident with a vehicle reported off the roadway and into a mobile home. CHP is not reporting any injuries as of yet. An ambulance is responding however. More to follow if needed... Update as of 11:23am...Crews on scene are reporting fairly significant damage, to the mobile home but no injuries at the residence. They are transporting at least one party from the vehicle however. The rest of the inbound units have been canceled and the incident is actually on Live Oak Ct...

Big Trees Market Weekly Ad for Sepember 8-14, 2010

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/08/2010 09:15 AM
Arnold, CA...Big Trees Market in has another great ad filled with savings this week. Big Trees has large full service departments filled with everything you need to make your meals memories that will last a lifetime. Click below for pages and pages of savings.


Click Above for Big Savings From Big Trees

"Play On The Pass" at Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway Celebration on September 11th, 2010

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/25/2010 01:35 PM
Arnold-Markleeville, CA...The Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway Association announced today the line-up for the annual Scenic Celebration. The Scenic Celebration highlights the scenic wonders of the Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway. The Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway is one of the most scenic drives across California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains and is one of just seven nationally recognized Byways in California....



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Last Thursday Night the Jazz Hoppers? at CAMPS!~By John Hamilton

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/07/2010 11:56 PM
Angels Camp, CA...Last Thursday night Camps at Greenhorn Creek, music filled that air from a young new local group playing in what was their first public concert. They don't have a name yet so this being Angels Camp home of all things frog related,. we dubbed them the "Jazz Hoppers". Regardless of whatever name they choose it is great to see local young musicians stepping up to the mic. They are also very talented and were receiving much applause from the diners at CAMPS. So to Trenard, Keno, Johnny & Nate good luck in your musical endeavors and be sure to check them out!


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Railtown 1897 Celebrates Restoration of Caboose #7 with Special “Caboose Day” On Saturday, September 18

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 06:48 PM
Jamestown, CA...On Saturday, September 18, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park (SHP) will officially celebrate the recent restoration of wooden Caboose #7 with caboose rides, handcar rides, storytelling, live music and more. Caboose #7 was originally built in 1923 and came to Jamestown in 1956. This caboose has appeared in many movies and TV shows, including Back to the Future III, where it was part of the dramatic train jumping scenes. Suffering from dry rot and poor remodeling in the 1980s, Park volunteers spent four years carefully researching and replicating original materials to make the caboose available for a return to train service. ....
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Lungren pleased with announcement of $30 million Grant to support industrial carbon capture research

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 08:51 AM
Gold River, CA – Ever since returning to Congress in 2005, Congressman Dan Lungren has championed the efforts of Rancho Cordova-based Clean Energy Systems (CES) in its quest to provide high efficiency, near-zero emissions and low-cost turbines for hydrogen or hydrocarbon-based power systems....
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Crooner Josh Pfeiffer to Release ‘American Crooner: Act 1’ CD at Live Local Concert September 11th ~By, Charity Maness

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 08:37 AM
Local Crooner Josh Pfeiffer grew up in Sonora with music in his heart and lyrics in his head. He attended Soulsbyville High participating in their in 8th period (after school) Jazz vocals group, aptly titled jazz @8, and traveling with that group to various sites to perform under the talented tutelage of then music instructor Jim Welles. Though he didn’t have a chance to let his low range vocal wings fly at such a young age, he was moved by the experiences he had once he “got out of the small town element and saw the world a bit.” Finally landing in Copperopolis to raise a family, Josh was able to concentrate on his career in a creative methodical approach with family always taking first priority....

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FIRE NEWS....Possible Structure Fire at Mountain View in Angels Camp.....Units Canceled at 8:14am

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/08/2010 08:11 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Multiple crews are responding to a possible structure fire in the area of a water heater at Mountain View and Sonora Street in Angels Camp. Update 8:14am: Fire is out at this time, response is being canceled.

Join The Arnold Library for Children's Story Time!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 11:42 PM
Arnold, CA...

Big Trees State Park Docent Orientation Classes

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 03:19 PM
Big Trees State Park, CA...

The Rusty Knife in Arnold To Host a Certified Farmers Market on Wednesdays!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 08/27/2010 11:52 AM
Arnold, CA....It's finally here! Farmers' Market Wednesdays at The Rusty Knife in Arnold, next to S.N.A.C. across from Big Trees Market, beginning September 1st through the second week of October, and then again in Spring 2011 through the Fall season. Come one, come all! The market will offer fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, olive oil, wine, crafts, honey, and more. Beginning September 15th, the market will also offer vegetable transplants for all of those interested in growing their own vegetables. The owners at The Rusty Knife want to give back to the community, so they are offering their space to the vendors at no charge. For those local certified producers who would like to partake in the Market, please feel free to reach out to Emile or Rana at 209-795-0444. "The Rusty Knife ~ Developing Community Through Food."

Local Members of Slow Food Calaveras Are Coming Together

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 11:31 PM
On Saturday, September 25th, local members of Slow Food Calaveras are coming together to educate area residents and business owners about the benefits of composting in our community. The group, which was reinvigorated last fall, is joining hundreds of other chapters around the country who are participating in Slow Food USA’s first-ever “Dig In!” national day of action. The goal of the Calaveras Slow Food's action project is to encourage more people to embrace composting as a way of life, as well as to promote the ecological benefits that composting can have on our community. The .....
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Albeno Munari Vineyard and Winery Generously Donates Red Rover Wine Proceeds to the Calaveras Humane Society

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 11:20 PM
Calaveras County, CA....Albeno Munari Vineyard and Winery has donated the proceeds from approximately 1,000 cases of their 2007 Red Rover Pinot Grigio to the Calaveras Humane Society (CHS). The donation is estimated to be worth upwards of $12,000 and will support current CHS programs. The Red Rover vintage is currently available for purchase for $1.00 a bottle or $12.00 a case at the winery tasting room at 2690 San Domingo Road (just beyond Mercer Caverns) Monday through Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.....
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Letter to the Editor...."Faith, Hope and Charity through the eyes of a Young American" ~by Austin Wagner

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 10:50 PM
Washington, DC...I write to you today not as a “tea-bagger”, a “becker”, an “evil capitalist”, or any other slur that you will unquestionably put upon the comments of this column; but as an American. As any good commentator should, I would like to present to you my clear opinion before I carry on into my verbatim. THESIS: I am not a representative of thepinetree.net, I am not a spokesperson for Glenn Beck or Mercury Radio Artists; I am simply put, a proud American that cares an awful lot about his country. I am a Christian, although I do not currently practice under a religious denomination. Here are a few of my stances in a nutshell; limited government, the right to bare arms, strong international American presence, consumption based....
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Church's Quran-Burning Pledge Rankles U.S. Diplomatic, Military Officials

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 08:08 PM
Pastor Terry Jones and his 50-member congregation in Florida plan to burn copies of the Quran to mark the ninth anniversary of 9/11. Gen. David Petraeus warned that could put American military lives in danger and empower extremists. Others said it could strengthen a view in Afghanistan of growing Islamophobia in the West...

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Traffic Alert...Multi-Vehicle Non-Injury Accident on Hwy 120

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/07/2010 07:57 PM
Jamestown, CA...CHP is reporting an accident with as many as 4 vehicles involved on Hwy 120 at Hwy 49. The accident is non-injury and they are on the shoulder but with that many vehicle involved there may be delays in the area. The accident came in shortly after 7:30pm tonight...

Middleton's In Angels Camp for Big Screen TVs, Appliances, Furniture, Local Service Before and After The Sale

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/07/2010 07:52 PM
Angels Camp, CA...Middleton's in the Mark Twain Shopping Center has been the place for everything for your home since 1955. For over half a century Middleton's has been providing great prices on the products you need with down home county service. Click below to see all the latest appliances deals from GE & Frigidaire. Shop Local and Save...


Click Above for Fame and Fortune

Murphys Cemetery District Meeting Held on September 9th, 2010

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 04:42 PM
Murphys, CA....There will be a Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Murphys Cemetery District on Thursday, 09/09/10 at 7PM, Murphys Old School, 65 Jones Street, Murphys. Agenda: review and discussion of a proposed POLICY MANUAL. MURPHYS CEMETERY DISTRICT...
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TRAFFIC NEWS...Vehicle vs. Bicyclist at Standard Road and Waif Mine Road

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 04:20 PM
Standard, CA....Crews are responding to a vehicle vs. bicyclist at Standard Road and Waif Mine Road. Please travel with caution in the area. More to follow as needed...

Nick Hodgson returns to Calaveras Community Foundation board

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 04:06 PM
Nick Hodgson, fourth-generation Calaveras county resident, has returned to the board of directors of the Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF). Hodgson has been a local business owner and banker for the past 16 years. He is currently Branch Manager of Bank of Rio Vista in Valley Springs. Nick’s community involvement goes back to 1988 when he was the first president of the West Calaveras Chamber of Commerce. He was also instrumental in starting the West Calaveras Rotary Club and served as president for 2003/2004. Nick was originally a board member in the mid 2000’s and took an active role in staging the group’s Pro-Am golf tournaments....
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In Loving Memory of Charles Delay 1945~2010

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 04:02 PM
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Valley Springs Resident Suffers Major Injuries in Motorcycle Accident Today

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 03:26 PM
Valley Springs, CA....Karen Brown, 49, of Valley Springs, suffered major injuries in a motorcycle accident today. She was mediflighted to a Modesto Hospital. Full CHP release is enclosed....
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Is the community ready for the new face and energy of Braedon Martinez and what she brings to the Dance and Movement of Calaveras County?

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 02:57 PM
Arnold, CA...Braedon Martinez has joined the Body Language Dance School located off of Highway 4 in Arnold, and she is the instructor to set you on the first step of the dance of your life. She has always seen life with unique vision, eternally optimistic about the possibility of everything and everyone. The goal for her classes is to build confidence and a love of dance and physical activity...

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TURN IN YOUR UNUSED OR EXPIRED MEDICATION FOR SAFE DISPOSAL

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 02:36 PM
Sonora, CA...Many Americans are not aware that medicines that gather dust in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse.In addition, many do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medicine, often flushing them down the toilet or throwing them away –both potential safety and health hazards...

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Motorcycle Down On Hwy 26

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/07/2010 12:41 PM
Valley Springs, CA...Hwy 26 is currently blocked for a major injury motorcycle accident at Hwy 26 & Silver Rapids. Please use caution in the area...Update...CHP reported the incident cleared by about 2pm..
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Forest Service Continues to Work "Pinecrest Fire" ~ Update By Pat Kaunert

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/07/2010 11:38 AM
Pinecrest, CA...The Forest Service is continuing to monitor and manage the high elevation, lightning caused "Pinecrest" Fire (remotely located near the Emigrant wilderness, just east of Pinecrest peak). First detected on August 9, 2010, fire spread and fire behavior have been low due to the high moisture content of the live vegetation. The fire is currently estimated at 288 acres in size...

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Chamber Spotlight On Food Buys & Beyond ~With Diane Gray

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/07/2010 11:23 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Diane Gray stopped by Food Buys & Beyond in Angels Camp last week. one of the county's recent business success stories. Owners AJ & Lori Kalika opened their store about 6 months ago and business has been growing ever since. The store is part discount food, treasure hunt and more. They get container after container of goods and they never know what is in them until they open the containers up. Right now they have a great selection of Back to School items as well...

Video Interview Enclosed...
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Small Fire in Arnold on Monday Afternoon

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 09:58 AM
Arnold, CA....Multiple crews including Columbia Aircraft responded to a 1/8 of an acre spot fire in the 2000 block of Fairway in Arnold on Monday afternoon. One person suffered 2nd degree burns to the left arm. Cause of fire was dumping coals into a street drain. Full CAL Fire report is enclosed....
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McDonalds Construction Continues...Drive Thru Quick.

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/07/2010 09:45 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Well if you haven't driven through Angels Camp in the last couple of weeks you will be surprised to find a new building taking shape where only grass was. Crews had the framed walls up in one day last week. They are still on track for an October opening..


The New Angels Camp McDonalds
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY....State Route 88 from State Route 124 to State Route 104 in Amador County

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 09:30 AM
Amador County, CA....The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on State Route 88 (SR-88) from the SR-88/SR-124 junction in Ione to the SR-88 /SR-104 junction in Martel. Work will begin on Tuesday, September 7, 2010, through Wednesday, September 8, 2010, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Crews will pave and stripe the roadway in this location....
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Local Book Signings Set with Author of New Calaveras Big Trees Book

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 09:26 AM
Arnold, CA....On Saturday, Sept. 25, Carol Kramer, the author of a new book on the history of Calaveras Big Trees State Park, will be signing copies of her book at beginning at 9 a.m. at the state park, and at 2:30 p.m. at Sustenance Books, 416 Main St., Murphys. Calaveras Big Trees, a new title in Arcadia Publishing’s Images of America series, tells the colorful history of one of the state’s oldest and longest-running tourist attractions, the famous grove of big trees, in a 128-page paperback featuring 200 historical photographs. Most of the images come from the state park’s archives, with contributions from the Calaveras County Archives, the Old Timer’s Museum in Murphys and the Calaveras County Historical Society, among others....

Author Carol A. Kramer
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Iva Hughes Florist November 10, 1925 – September 4, 2010

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 08:15 AM
Iva was the daughter of Bertha and Aldo Barnett of Campbell, Ca. She was born in Wichita, KS and raised in Campbell, and moved to Arnold where they opened “Daffy’s Roost” Restaurant at Cedar Center in 1980 –1991 with her late husband Cecil. Iva was well known for making her “Taco Salads” and “Taco Pockets”, which many considered the best in the county. Iva was co-owner of Blooms and Things Florist with her daughter Vicki McFall, which they have owned for 25 years. She has been an avid bowler for over 60 years and bowled for the “Morning Rollers” League on the “Blooms and Things” Team at Sonora Family Bowl. At the age of 82 yrs. she had the highest women’s game score of the season for the “Morning Rollers” League with a 242 game. ....
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2010 Wine Grapes for Sale!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 08:00 AM
Calaveras County, CA....It’s that exciting, nail-biting time of year – and here are wines that are for sale with the upcoming 2010 harvest. Some listed may already be sold, so don’t wait to make that call! Chatom Vineyards, Contact: Gay Callen – 800-435-8852. 5-6 tons Merlot, 5-6 tons Syrah, up to 10 tons Chardonnay, up to 6 tons Sauvignon Blanc, up to 5 tons Semillon. Villa Vallecito Vineyards, Contact: Ghee Hagedorn - 743-9384 - ghee@sbcglobal.net. Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet, Viognier, and Barbera....


We would also like to Thank The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance for becoming a regular monthly advertiser!


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City of Angels Camp City Council Meeting on Tap for Tuesday September 7th, 2010

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/07/2010 07:54 AM
Angels Camp, CA...City of Angels Camp City Council will meet this evening at 4:30pm. Full agenda is enclosed...
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Bret Harte Bullfrogs 35, Gustine 6...Photos By Jeff Rasmussen

Posted by: thepinetree on 09/07/2010 12:21 AM
Gustine, CA...The Bret Harte Bullfrogs hopped into the 2010 season with a big win over Gustine with a score of 35-6. This coming Friday Night they try and make it 2-0 and this week's game will be special as the halftime show will be dedicated to fallen soldier Gavin Brummund. We would like to thank Jeff Rasmussen for sending us some great photos!!



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Public Notice.....Regarding General Waiver Request

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 08/31/2010 01:28 PM
The Mark Twain Union Elementary School District will hold a Public Hearing at approximately 6:30pm on Thursday, September 9, 2010 in the District meeting room at 981 Tuolumne Ave. in Angels Camp, CA. This Public Hearing will be held to determine whether each student in each school will have sufficient textbooks and instructional materials in each subject consistent with the content and cycles of the state curriculum frameworks during the 2010/11 fiscal year. .....
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Vegetation Fire Reported in Vallley Springs Area

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/06/2010 01:06 PM
Valley Springs, CA...Crews from multiple agencies and all aircraft out of Columbia are heading to a vegetation fire in the Valley Springs area. The fire is in the Jensen Ct. Area... Update as of 1:11pm.. first on scene are reporting that it is a large 100 x 100ft grass spot. The cause of the fire is reported to be a riding lawnmower struck a rock. Initial units on scene were able to take care of the fire...

A Site You May Enjoy on Labor Day 2010

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 09/06/2010 12:36 PM
Labor Day 2010: Sept. 6
http://www.census.gov/newsroom/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/cb10-ff15.html

"The first observance of Labor Day is believed to have been a parade of 10,000 workers on Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City, organized by Peter J. McGuire, a Carpenters and Joiners Union secretary. By 1893, more than half the states were observing a 'Labor Day' on one day or another, and Congress passed a bill to establish a federal holiday in 1894. President Grover Cleveland signed the bill soon afterward, designating the first Monday in September as Labor Day. Site produced by the U.S. Census Bureau."
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Past 150 Local News
  1. Happy Birthday Alexis Wiggins!
  2. FIRE NEWS....Structure Fire at Hetch Hetchy Reservoir
  3. New Wednesday Farmers Market In The Area
  4. Big Changes Ahead At Big Trees Market
  5. Go From Furry To Fab At Yin Yang Medical Spa
  6. Bret Harte Aquatic Center's Opening Day ~Video & Photos By Dylan Richardson
  7. Public Scoping Meeting & Workshop #3 For State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment Project Scheduled for September 9th
  8. Labor Day...According to Wikipedia
  9. Riverside County Fire at 60% Containment
  10. Local Teens Among Top Gun Youth that Competed at Camp Perry National Rifle Matches ~ By, Charity Maness
  11. Vegetation Fire Reported in Mt. Knight Area
  12. Crews Responding to Reported Stucture Fire in Valley Springs...Fire Contained to Small Area
  13. FIRE NEWS...Structure Fire on Silver Rapids Road....CONTAINED AS OF 4:08pm
  14. Fire News...Vegetation Fire Reported Near Woodward Reservoir. in Oakdale Area
  15. Walter The Yorkie is On The Loose...Have You Seen Walter?
  16. Open Government - Weekly Address - By Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
  17. Traffic Alert...Accident on Mountain Ranch Road
  18. Remarks of President Barack Obama Saturday, September 4, 2010 Weekly Address
  19. SNAC's 16th Anniversary Used Boat Blowout & Labor Day Sale in Arnold
  20. TRAFFIC NEWS....Traffic Accident at Hwy 49 at Woods
  21. On Your Mark ... Bear Valley Triathlon This Sunday!
  22. Ninth Annual "Arts of Bear Valley" Show and Sale at Calaveras Big Trees Park Sunday September 5th
  23. Spend Saturday of Labor Day Weekend at a Jamboree~With Video & Photos of Last Year's Event!
  24. Friday Night Under The Lights...Football Scores 2010
  25. Robbery Suspect Nabbed After Foot Chase
  26. Traffic Alert...Overturned Vehicle on Racetrack Drive
  27. Join the Arnold Lions for Some Pancakes This Weekend!
  28. TRAFFIC HAZARD...Vehicle off Side of Roadway at Hwy 49 in Angels Camp
  29. TRAFFIC NEWS....Truck vs. Tree...Minor Injuries
  30. Traffic Alert...Solo Vehicle into Tree
  31. Drug Related Home Invasion Robbery in La Grange
  32. Body Found on Cottonwood Road in Tuolumne County
  33. Purchase Tickets for the 4th Annual “ Taste of Calaveras”
  34. The Sheriffs' Logs Have been Updated
  35. This Week on Melly's Kitchen "Smoked Salmon Salad"~by Melanie Klann of Newsome Harlow Wines
  36. CHP PREPARES TO LAUNCH STATEWIDE DUI CRACKDOWN
  37. TRAFFIC ALERT....Big Rig Overturned at Hwy 108 and Tuolumne Road...Lane is Blocked (Update as of 10:55am...Roadway just cleared!)
  38. Douglas Flat Women Sustains Major Injuries in Bicycle Accident Last Evening (Updated Condition of Cyclist)
  39. Updated Calaveras County Public Access Television Scedules for September 3-9, 2010
  40. Angels 5 Theatres...Take In A Movie This Weekend....Independent Film Nights Return This Month
  41. Employment Holds Steady in August. Private Sector Gains 67,000 According to Labor Report
  42. Mark Twain St. Joseph's Hospital Presents Their12th Annual Health Fair
  43. Stage 3 opens “The Diary of Anne Frank”
  44. Shop Til' You Drop This Labor Day Weekend!
  45. Welcome to the New Bret Harte Aquatic Center
  46. Marine Ric Ryan Walks to Raise Money and Awareness for Returning Wounded Vets ~ By, Charity Maness (Updated Thanks ThePineTree.net Viewers!!...The Donations Roll In!!)
  47. Last First Friday of the Season Features "Columbia Big Band!"
  48. Check Out Food Buys & Beyond...."Where your Dollar Goes Farther"!
  49. Enjoy Fresh Fridays in Angels Camp!
  50. Weekly Market Update Week of August 30, 2010. ~By Donna Stevenson, Pacific West Financial
  51. Labor Day Weekend Is Music Time in "Tommy's Backyard" With "Plan B", Cover Specials, and more!
  52. Join us in celebrating the life of Art Doyle in Bear Valley on September 11th
  53. Traffic Alert...Vehicle vs Bicycle on Hwy 4 near Red Hill
  54. Vegetation Fire Reported on Meko Drive
  55. Traffic Alert...Vehicle Accident on Hwy 120
  56. Huge Labor Day Sale at Ace Home Center in Arnold
  57. PUBLIC NOTICE Regarding General Waiver Request
  58. California VVA State Council Leadership & Training Conference in Fresno is success
  59. Calaveras Historical Society "Pizza in the Jail" Planned
  60. Calaveras Youth Wrestling Sign ups
  61. Statement from the Sheriff's Office on Jenny Lind School Lockdown
  62. Boxer, Fiorina Jab Over Economy in First Debate
  63. BREAKING NEWS.....Possible Man with a Gun on Hwy 26
  64. Traffic Accident at Hwy 108 and Whistle Stop Mini Mart
  65. Property Values Decline Statewide.... Second Statewide Decline in California’s History
  66. Dedication of 10th Habitat Home in Calaveras County
  67. Possible Structure Fire on Washington St.
  68. Draft Noise Ordinance Ready for Your Perusal...But Do it Quietly
  69. Traffic Alert...Accident on Hwy 108 & Jenness...One Way Traffic Control in Effect
  70. PineTree Mama's~by Dean Eddy
  71. FoCuS Announces Its Sustainable Living Series Educational Programs through October 2010.
  72. Calaveras Tea Party Protest on September 12th
  73. We Mean Business!! The Calaveras Vistors Bureau is Moving the Economy Forward...Join Today!
  74. Re-Horse Rescue, a Safe Haven for Abused, Abandoned and Neglected Horses ~ By, Charity Maness
  75. Environmental Militant Killed by Police at Discovery Channel Headquarters
  76. TRAFFIC NEWS....Traffic Accident at Hwy 26 and Country View Drive
  77. Special Meeting of VUSD on Thursday September 2nd
  78. Save These Dates for ACBA's Fall Lineup!
  79. This Week on Kitty Korner We Have Kittens!
  80. Stevenot Wines Invites You to a Red, White & You Labor Day Kick Off
  81. De Lima Awarded California-Specific Certification In Human Resources (SPHR-CA)
  82. Fire Report for Last Nights Don Pedro Area Fire
  83. Busy Night in Don Pedro Area
  84. Copper Residents Critique Noise Ordinance Draft to go Before Board of Supervisors~By, Charity Maness
  85. Big Trees Market Weekly Ad for Sepember 1-7, 2010
  86. If it's Wood, TheLumberMill.com & Ronwright Logging Lumber Construction Is the Place To Call
  87. Promote Your Labor Day Yard Sale on ThePineTree.net at NO CHARGE!
  88. Mountain Biking At Bear Valley Now Through Labor Day ~By John Hamilton with Video & Photos
  89. On Your Mark, Get Ready for The Third Annual Soap Box Derby Dinner & FUNDRiVE!~with Video & Photo's of 1st Annual Event!
  90. 14th Annual Sierra AIDS Walk Takes Place on September 18th
  91. Traffic Alert...Accident on Hwy 4 near Airport
  92. Remarks by the President in Address to the Nation on the End of Combat Operations in Iraq
  93. Sierra Foothills Wine Alliance Invites You to "Moving Mountains" at Blackhawk Country Club
  94. Welcome to the Country~by Charity Maness
  95. Hazel Fischer Dedicates "Mustang Meadow" with Comments from Principal Bret Loring~Video Enclosed
  96. Central Valley Man Hits .2 Million Jackpot at Black Oak Casino
  97. TRAFFIC HAZARD....Big Rig Blocking Lane at Big Hill Road
  98. Featured Listing of the Week~by Cedar Creek Realty
  99. TRAFFIC NEWS...Possible Motorcycle Accident at Hwy 26
  100. REFUGE Going All Out For Area Youth
  101. "Ballroom Under The Stars" Sept, 11th in Copperopolis is CD Debut Concert for Local Crooner Josh Pfeiffer
  102. 2011 Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee Theme Announced
  103. Calaveras Chamber Mixer & Plan B, Rock "Next" in Murphys ~By John Hamilton
  104. The iPads Have Landed in Avery ~By John Hamilton
  105. McDonalds On Track for October Opening ~By John Hamilton
  106. President Obama to Address The Nation This Eve
  107. This Week In Sports For Bret Harte~by Dylan Richardson
  108. Mother Lode Wine & Art Festival 2010 ~By John Hamilton
  109. SMUG To Explore Time Machine During September Meeting
  110. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Craig and Sandra!
  111. STP & The Singh Brothers Welcome You to Angels Camp
  112. Trinitas Give Back Again! Special Including Cart.
  113. Fire News...Vegetation Fire in Groveland Area
  114. Glenn Beck's "Restoring Honor" Keynote Video Enclosed
  115. Standing Room Only For CVB Finance Committee Meeting
  116. Barricaded Subject S.W.A.T. Standoff Leads to Arrest
  117. Home Invastion Robbery Victim Hospitalized
  118. Mark Twain is Back! Festival to unveil an unpublished volume of his autobiography October 15th & 16th, 2010
  119. Traffic Alert...Vehicle Fire in West Point Aea
  120. Traffic Alert...Vehicle Off The Roadway On Hwy 12
  121. Noise Ordinance Town Hall Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday August 31st
  122. - NOTICE - DATE CHANGE OF CCWD REGULAR BOARD MEETING
  123. Electrical Power Transformer Cause of Small Grass Fire in Columbia on Sunday
  124. No Meeting for BOS On Tuesday
  125. Arnold Friends iof the Library Book Sale!
  126. Death row inmate, George Hatton Smithey, 70, found dead at San Quentin
  127. Traffic Alert...Big Rigs Getting Up Close and Personal on Hwy 108/120
  128. The Taxpayers Were Zipping, Spelunking and Talking Taxpayers Rights Again This Year~By John Hamilton
  129. Calaveras Cowboy Roundup and Extreme Trail Competition.
  130. Angels Camp Business Association Weighs in on Visitors Center ~By Bob Menary
  131. Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary and Video for August 24, 2010
  132. Copperopolis Towne Square Is The Place To Be In September!
  133. Cascada de Flores Provided Central American Farewell to Music in the Parks Series ~By John Hamilton
  134. Two free seminars are planned for Calaveras Big Trees State Park in the next few weeks.
  135. The Were Hoeing Down In Murphys ~By John Hamilton
  136. CALLING ALL PAST & PRESENT BRET HARTE SWIM TEAM MEMBERS!
  137. Umpqua Bank donates to Calaveras Community Foundation... Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) recently received a donation of ,000 from Umpqua Bank.
  138. "River Of Skulls" Packs The Bart ~ By John Hamilton
  139. Once Upon a Time Sponsoring Interactive Acoustic Folk Labor Day Weekend at the Copperopolis Town Square Gazebo
  140. Calling All Little League Volunteers
  141. Yosemite National Park Eradicates Mature Marijuana Site...El Portal Site Contained Over 3,600 Mature Plants
  142. 49th Annual Angels Camp Fireman Fun Day…Emphasis on Fun ~ By, Charity Maness
  143. TRAFFIC NEWS....Traffic Accident at Hwy 12 and Burson
  144. Traffic Alert...Accident in Arnold
  145. Fire Update...Crews working Car Fire on Hwy 108
  146. Jerry Yates Memorial - The Marines Have Landed ~By Shaelyn Stratton
  147. Arnold Ace Home Center End of Season Patio Clearance
  148. Angels 5 Theatres...The Summer Blockbusters Roll On. Independent Films Start in September
  149. Vegetation Fire Reported on Pattison and Wade Near Lake Camanche
  150. Letter From Angels Camp Brand Leadership Team to Angels Camp City Council Re: Visitors Center in Angels Camp

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