Hey Good People!! Your Spring Pure Mountain Fun Awaits Through April 18th
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/10/2021 11:50 AM
Bear Valley, CA...Hey Good People! A beautiful day of warm weather, sunshine and great conditions on slope will leave all ya’ll with a big smile this afternoon. 51F looks to be the high today with lite winds. High pressure has certainly kicked in over the last week and sans a slight chance of snow next Tuesday we look to remain in high pressure type conditions with average temps pushing 5-10F above normal for the next 7-10 days. Spring style skiing is in full effect and coverage is great on the hill so get out and ski/ride and enjoy the Pure Mtn Fun ethos! Stay tuned……..
Murphys, CA...Angels-Murphys Rotary Club’s annual document shredding and electronic waste recycling event! Free to Calaveras County residents. This year we will have a drive-through system in the Black Bart Parking Lot. Please have your papers and/or electronics in the trunk of your vehicle and we will unload it for you.
Angels Camp, CA... Dateline: Saturday, April, 10th 2021. Bret Harte's Leadership drive thru fundraiser, “Scholarship Night” will be held at Bret Harte Union Highschool in Angels Camp on Saturday, April 10th. A silent auction will be also held during the event.
UCEE Master Gardeners of Amador County Presents: Gardening in the Digital Age
Posted by: News_Desk on 03/04/2021 11:50 PM
San Andreas, CA... The University of California Cooperative Extension and the Amador County Master Gardeners provide a wealth of exceptional web sites to assist you with your home gardening projects. During this class, Master Gardeners will introduce you to many of these UC sites and will demonstrate how you can use them to research your gardening questions.
Washington, DC...Well, first of all, Jill and I, and the entire administration, send our condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the loss of Prince Philip. He was a heck of a guy. He — you know, he was — in his lifetime of service to the United Kingdom and the whole Commonwealth was visible to everybody for a long, long time, and his bravery serving in World War II, as well as his being a champion of the environment, as well as the charity — the charitable things he set up.
Governor Newsom Tours Sierra Fuel Break, Highlights Agreement with Legislative Leaders on $536 Million Wildfire Package
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 09:05 PM
Shaver Lake, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom today visited a fuel break made possible by executive action in 2019 that helped firefighters respond to last year’s devastating Creek Fire, and highlighted the agreement on a $536 million legislative package to accelerate fire prevention projects that protect communities.
Yosemite National Park to Re-Implement a Day-Use Reservation System Beginning on Friday, May 21, 2021
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 05:03 PM
Yosemite National Park, CA...Beginning Friday, May 21, visitors to Yosemite National Park will need a day-use reservation to enter the park. The temporary day-use reservation system will allow the park to manage visitation levels to reduce risks associated with exposure to COVID-19. Day-use reservations will be required for all users, including annual and lifetime pass holders. Each reservation is valid for three days.
The Trout Spot Is Your Destination For All Things Fly & Trout Fishing, Fishing Clothing, Gear, Decor & More!
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 04:45 PM
Arnold, CA...The Trout Spot is a full service fly shop with all of the great products you can find at TheTroutSpot.com as well as guided fishing trips, casting and fly tying instruction. We will also be providing short walking excursions to some of our local waters later in the year for those of you who have not had the chance to fish in the Arnold area. Make sure to stop by and say hello.
Heading to Tahoe? One Way Traffic Control in Place on Hwy 50 at Echo Summit Due to Rock Slide
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 04:27 PM
South Lake Tahoe, CA...Heading to Tahoe? US-50 at Echo Summit is now open. Caltrans is doing one way traffic control. Please drive safely and watch out for Caltrans employees. Thank you for your patience. Earlier...At approximately 5:45AM a rock slide occurred on US-50 at Echo Summit near dry bridge.
Your Road to a Pre-Covid Body in a Post-Covid World Starts at Family 4 Fitness!
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 01:56 PM
Vallecito, CA...As our economy slowly reawakens from its Covid slumber many of us look in the mirror and see more of us in the reflection than we want to. I guess hibernating in humans makes you gain weight as opposed to losing it as our bear neighbors seem to. Yes, the Covid-15 is real and by some studies almost 60% of us have gained a few pounds. The American Psychological Association reported that one in 10 of us have gained over 50lbs of Covid weight. We decided to seek out some experts on how to reshape our Covid (At least we will blame it on that) enlarged body. We headed on over to Family 4 Fitness in Vallecito where they have been helping people get in shape, stay happy and healthy for 17 years. We spoke to a ripped and shredded 56 year old Kenny Lee. Our conversation is below...
Hinterhaus Distilling Now Open for Tastings in Arnold!
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 10:42 AM
Arnold, CA...We had the pleasure to stop by Hinterhaus recently to hear their story of perseverance and progress of starting a business during 2020. As our economy slowly opens back up they are now offering tastings for the first time. Their announcement follows as does our interview. From Hinterhaus..."BIG Announcement: tastings are at the 'Haus! We can now offer outdoor, reservation-only tastings for the 1st time since we opened our doors in 2020! To celebrate, our Owner/Distiller Nate Randall will be giving exclusive 4-person tastings & tours of our production space to kick off this long-awaited chapter at Hinterhaus.
Monitor Pass Now Open as Light Rain, Snow Meant Crews Could Open Pass Sooner This Spring
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 09:41 AM
Markleeville, CA...The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) reopened Monitor Pass at State Route 89 at 8 a.m. on Friday, April 9, 2021. Crews removed snow and ice, cleared debris, and made necessary repairs to help ensure the traveling public’s safety.
A Bit of Wisdom from Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 08:42 AM
"For conservation to be successful it is necessary to take into consideration that it is a characteristic of man that he can only be relied upon to do anything consistently which is in his own interest." Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh 10 June 1921 – 9 April 2021
Weather this Wildfire Season with Solar + Storage! Call (209) 425-2277 your Free Quote Today!
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 07:49 AM
Calaveras, Amador & Tuolumne Counties, CA...The Sierra Foothills are a wonderful place to live, but as we know, there are some unique challenges we face living up here including the very real possibility of frequent and prolonged power outages. At Green Light Energy we specialize in installing customized solar systems with innovative battery storage solutions for every home. The future of energy is here. Let us help you take back your power. Proudly serving Amador, Calaveras, and Tuolumne counties.
Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort Seeks Qualified Candidates for 20+ Positions
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 07:44 AM
Jackson, CA...Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort announced today that it is actively seeking qualified candidates to fill over 20 full and part-time positions. “We take great pride in making Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort the best place to work and play,” said Melody Mauck, Executive Director of Human Resources. “Jackson Rancheria is proud to offer competitive wages and benefits. We are actively seeking individuals who exhibit integrity, dedication, competence and a desire to excel in the hospitality industry.”
Camp Connell, CA...Joseph Francis Frankina 1/10/1940 - 4/7/2021. Joseph F. Frankina, 81, of Camp Connell, passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at his home.
Prescribed Fire Fuels Reduction on Shiloh VMP April 13 & 14
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 07:27 AM
San Andreas, CA...The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is conducting a prescribed burning operation on the Shiloh Vegetation Management Plan (VMP) site. This project is in the community Sierra Village south of Highway 108. Smoke may be visible in the area during the prescribed burn. This prescribed burn is designed to reduce forest fuels in strategic locations within the project area.
London, UK...It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle. Further announcements will be made in due course. The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss. Friday, 9 April 2021
Sender's Market's Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through April 13th. Shop Local & Save!
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 07:10 AM
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 in 1968, the old store was destroyed by fire. But in June 1969, Sender’s Market, Inc. was opened. Since that time, there have been many changes, including remodeling, expansion, and the addition of many employees. That’s also when we added the truss plant and purchased Sender’s Market Ace Hardware in Valley Springs. Today, we're still family owned and still working hard to stock everything from pantry essentials to power tools. Whether you've got questions about the perfect cut of meat or the right kind of paint, our helpful, knowledgeable staff has you covered. Click on images below for larger versions
Mornings with the One Percent™ Was 9 till Noon Today, Replays are Below
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/09/2021 06:45 AM
Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings from 7-10am. The premise for the show is that the USDA ranked all 3,142 counties or county equivalents in the USA on a livability or desirability scale based on factors such as climate, scenic beauty, bodies of water for recreation, humidity and much more. All of our area ranked not only in the top one percent but in the top one half of one percent. So in the ups and downs of daily life remember you don’t have to be a Gates, Buffett or Bezos to live like the one percent. Just live here!
Sonora, CA...From the Tuolumne Sheriff's Dept..."Our office has recently received several concerning reports of a new phone scam making its rounds. The scammers are reportedly calling and claiming to have kidnapped a loved one of the person they called. The scammers are demanding a wire transfer of money to an account or they will cause harm to the family member. The reporting persons state the calls are disturbing and seem real as a person can be heard screaming in the background of the call.
2 in 3 Californians Believe ‘Immunity Passports’ Should be Issued
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/08/2021 04:20 PM
San Diego, CA....2 in 3 Californians believe ‘immunity passports’ should be issued as proof of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, reveals survey. Half think immunity passports should state which company’s vaccine people received. 42% say they would be concerned about privacy and data sharing.
Jeff Bezos Just Endorsed Corporate Tax Hikes. Here’s Why Amazon’s Support Should Be a Giant Red Flag
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/08/2021 02:29 PM
Atlanta, GA...The Biden administration and some (but not all) of their Democratic allies in Congress want to raise the corporate tax rate to 28 percent. They say this would help the working class and hurt Big Business, finally making corporations “pay their fair share.” But if that were true, giant corporations like Amazon wouldn’t be endorsing the change. Yet that’s exactly what Jeff Bezos just did.
NAM Study Says Tax Increases Would Cost a Million Jobs
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/08/2021 02:15 PM
Washington, DC...The National Association of Manufacturers released a new study detailing the short- and long-term damage to the American economy under tax proposals to increase the corporate tax rate and repeal policies that made manufacturing in America more competitive around the world. “Manufacturers want to help President Biden achieve his goal of creating jobs in America and strengthening the supply chain so that our country does not face critical shortages, especially during times of national crises.
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Created on 02/22/2006 11:32 PM by thepinetree
Updated on 05/10/2019 10:39 AM by thepinetree
Bear Valley's Mark Phillips narrates a wonderful video that was created for the Ebbetts Pass Historical Association. The Video runs about 50 minutes and gives a fascinating & entertaining view of the history of the Bear Valley Area.
