Election Calaveras 2018! Supervisorial District 5 PATV Studio Debate 4/24/2018
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 09:53 PM
San Andreas, CA... Election Calaveras 2018! Supervisorial District PATV Studio Debate 4/24/2018. In Studio debate between candidates for Supervisor District 5 in Calaveras County. Moderator is Cory Burnell. Candidates are Clyde Clapp, Bruce Giudici, Benjamin Stopper and Gregory Gustafson.
Angels Food and Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through May 1st
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 09:40 PM
Angels Camp & Murphys, CA...For the best Deli Sandwiches in Calaveras County, come on in and treat yourself to the tastiest and freshest 'made with love' deli sandwiches around. Angels Food Deli, Text your order to 209.753.7331 Or You may call your order in to 209.736.4243 ext 14. Sierra Hills Market Deli, Text your order to 209.753.7115 Or You may call your order in to 209.728.3402 ext 305. Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. "We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. " - Mike Croshaw Wishing you Good Times & Good Cheer. Sierra Hills Market 209-728-3402 Angels Food Market 209-736-4243 Shop Local * Buy Local * Go Local
Click Above For Their Weekly Savings. Sierra Hills Market 209.728.3402, 117 Highway 4, Murphys. Lila and Sage Catering and Cakes 209.728.2604. Angels Food Market 209.736.4243. 396 North Main Street, Angels Camp. Save 10% When you buy 4 or more bottles of liquor or wine. Remember we already have the best prices on liquor and the biggest local wine selection.
CCWD Town Hall Meeting on Water & Sewer Rates Tomorrow Night in Valley Springs
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 07:13 PM
Valley Springs, CA...What? Proposed water and sewer rate changes discussion. When? 6 p.m. Thursday April 26, 2018. Where? Veterans Hall, 300 Daphne Street, Valley Springs. Who? Dave Eggerton, General Manager. Jesse Hampton, Interim Director of Operations Stacey Lollar, Director of Customer Service. Joel Metzger, Manager of External Affairs. Jeff Davidson, Division 5 Director. Agenda: CCWD staff will present the District’s proposed water and sewer rate changes followed by a question and answer session. More information: Go to www.ccwd.org/rates or contact Joel Metzger at joelm@ccwd.org or (209) 754-3123
State Dept. On Taliban Announcement of Spring Offensive
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 06:21 PM
Washington, DC...We have seen the Taliban’s announcement of their spring offensive. The announcement affirms the Taliban’s responsibility for the insecurity that destroys the lives of thousands of Afghans each year. President Ghani recently extended an historic invitation for the Taliban to join a peace process, and there is no justification for the announcement of a new offensive. There is no need for a new “fighting season.” Still, the Taliban announced another campaign of senseless violence targeting the democratically elected and internationally recognized Afghan government and their fellow Afghans.
World Press Freedom Index 2018 Shows Hatred of Journalism Threatens Democracies
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 05:39 PM
Paris, France...From Reporters without Borders..."The 2018 World Press Freedom Index, compiled by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), reflects growing animosity towards journalists. Hostility towards the media, openly encouraged by political leaders, and the efforts of authoritarian regimes to export their vision of journalism pose a threat to democracies. The climate of hatred is steadily more visible in the Index, which evaluates the level of press freedom in 180 countries each year. Hostility towards the media from political leaders is no longer limited to authoritarian countries such as Turkey (down two at 157th) and Egypt (161st), where “media-phobia” is now so pronounced that journalists are routinely accused of terrorism and all those who don’t offer loyalty are arbitrarily imprisoned.
Opportunities Abound for Anglers Despite Flooding of Moccasin Creek Hatchery
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 05:19 PM
Moccasin, CA...Anglers anticipating California’s general trout opener Saturday, April 28 will find many local fishing opportunities despite the flooding of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) Moccasin Creek Hatchery in Tuolumne County, which supplied many Central Valley and western Sierra Nevada waters with trout. Don Pedro Reservoir, located downstream from the Moccasin Creek Hatchery, received an emergency plant of 150,000 rainbow and brook trout late last month when CDFW was granted a small window of time to return to the evacuated hatchery and rescue fish after the hatchery was flooded by a storm-swollen and overflowing Moccasin Creek Reservoir, which sits immediately upstream from it. The total weight of trout stocked to Don Pedro immediately after the flood was approximately 40,000 pounds. This emergency measure made the best use of resources in a catastrophic situation. CDFW biologists, hatchery staff and wildlife officers worked well into early morning hours to rescue fish and stock them into Don Pedro. Don Pedro is home to many species of game fish, but hadn’t been planted with trout by CDFW since 2016. Don Pedro is open to trout fishing year-round.
Be on the Lookout For Black BMW Stolen in Angels Camp
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 01:57 PM
Angels Camp, CA...On April 24, 2018 at approximately 4:45 PM, the Angels Camp Police Department took a report of a stolen vehicle from the 600 block of Gardner Lane in Angels Camp. The victim reported that the vehicle was parked in his garage when he left the residence at approximately 5:00 AM on April 24, 2018. He told the officer when he returned home later the same day, the garage door was open and the vehicle was missing from his residence.
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CAL FIRE Crew Readiness Drills for Baseline and Vallecito Camps in Moccasin May 2nd & 3rd
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 01:08 PM
San Andreas, CA...Wednesday, May 2nd and Thursday, May 3rd, 2018 the Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) will be conducting crew readiness drills for the 2018 fire season. Division Chief Jeff Sanders explained “These drills are essential to gauge the readiness of the Unit Conservation Camp Crews for the upcoming fire season, and will qualify them for fire line assignments.” Crews will be required to perform 5 events which include fire line construction, crew hike, fire engine orientation, dozer and helicopter safety, and fire shelter deployment to evaluate their preparedness for the 2018 fire season.
CDPH Launches State Campaign Combating Youth-Targeted Flavored E-Cigs
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 09:50 AM
Sacramento, CA...In an effort to combat the tobacco industry’s latest marketing strategies aimed at getting youth hooked on nicotine, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) today launched a new “Flavors Hook Kids” campaign. The campaign warns parents and concerned adults about the increasing availability of flavored tobacco products targeted to teens. The campaign also highlights how easy it is for kids to purchase flavored tobacco products online.
Oxford, UK...Patrick Irwin, Professor of Planetary Physics (from the Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics group here in the Oxford Department of Physics) and global collaborators spectroscopically dissected the infrared light from Uranus captured by the eight-metre Gemini North telescope on Hawaii's Maunakea. They found hydrogen sulphide, the odiferous gas that most people avoid, in Uranus’s cloud tops. The long-sought evidence is published in the journal Nature Astronomy and can be read here.
66 Year Old Twain Harte Man Arrested for Robbery, Vehicle Theft, Resisting Arrest & More
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 08:43 AM
Twain Harte, CA...From the Tuolumne County Sheriff's Dept....Many of you heard sirens and saw police activity yesterday evening near Black Oak Casino in Tuolumne. Just before 5 PM, Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a disturbance at a home on Golf Club Drive in Twain Harte. It was reported that 66-year-old David Mussenden forced open a locked door to a fellow neighbor’s home to steal truck keys. When he could not find them he forced his way into the the man’s RV and attempted to hit the him with a lamp before taking the keys to a 1999 gray Ford Ranger.
Sonora, CA...From the Sonora Police Dept....On 04/24/2018 Officers from the Sonora Police Department with assistance for the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office attempted to locate Edward Cooper at a home on Norlin Street in Sonora. Cooper had several outstanding warrants for his arrest, which include Vehicle Theft, Probation Violations and Obstructing or Resisting Police Officers. Upon seeing officers, Cooper fled on foot leading officers on a short foot chase which ended on Green Street. Cooper was cornered by TCSO K9 Maverick and Officers from the Sonora Police Department and Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office.
68 Year Old Arrested on Theft, Drug Charges & More
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 08:23 AM
Twain Harte, CA...On Sunday evening Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a home on Teague Lane in Twain Harte for a report of a burglary. When the homeowner arrived at the residence, a red Chevrolet S10 Blazer was seen leaving the property. The homeowner was familiar with the Blazer and knew it belonged to 68-year-old Randy Gulizia. The door to the garage had been kicked in and numerous items had been stolen.
Traffic Update....Collision or Collisions on Utica Grade
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 07:11 AM
Murphys, CA...CHP is reporting a vehicle into an embankment and a vehicle in the middle of the roadway in a curve as well. Please use caution as you head up or down Hwy 4 this morning...
Mornings with the One Percent™ Live Weekdays 7-10am, This Morning’s Replays are Below
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2018 06:58 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!
Get Your Summer Pool Memberships Now at Big Trees Fitness!
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/23/2018 12:52 PM
Arnold, CA...Get Your Summer Pool Memberships Now at Big Trees Fitness!
New Arnold Bakery Offering A Get Acquainted Special of Buy One Pastry Get A Free Coffee
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/30/2018 07:32 AM
Arnold, CA...New Arnold Bakery Offering A Get Acquainted Special of Buy One Pastry Get A Free Coffee. Peets Coffee, Muffins, Bagels & Smoothies Now Open at Big Trees Fitness Tuesdays - Saturdays
The Elevated Evening News™ Tonight is the CCWD Town Hall from Independence Hall
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2018 10:02 PM
Arnold, CA...The Elevated Evening News™ Tonight is the CCWD Town Hall from Independence Hall
Letter to the Editor on CCWD Proposed Rate Increases ~ By Bob Vera
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2018 07:07 PM
San Andreas, CA...CCWD talks about their shortfall of $ 700,000.00 in revenue a year because we have conserved due to the drought. I say they are crazy and ignoring the truth, many of us use paper plates to cut back on water use and many of us now only take a couple showers each week because the costs of water and sewer are way too high and out of control.
Help Make Murphys a Safer Place to Walk & Bike...Murphys Complete Streets Meeting on April 25th
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2018 05:14 PM
Murphys, CA...On Wednesday, April 25, the public is invited to attend the first workshop for the Murphys Complete Streets Plan. The project is a cooperative effort between Calaveras County, the Calaveras Council of Governments, and Caltrans to develop a plan for the Highway 4 corridor through Murphys. Based on close coordination and input from the community, the plan will identify and prioritize improvements to provide safe connectivity along the corridor by all modes, including walking and biking.
Grant for Critical Home Repair for Seniors Awarded!
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2018 03:00 PM
San Andreas, CA...The Calaveras Community Foundation has generously awarded $10,000 to Habitat for Humanity Calaveras for the purpose of providing critical home repair for senior citizens in Calaveras County. The money will be used for licensed contractors aided by volunteers to provide quality home repairs at a low price. Those who qualify may receive subsidies or interest free financing. Seniors in need of home repair can obtain an application at the Habitat for Humanity Calaveras office located in the Calaveras County Senior Center in San Andreas.
Jennifer Jo Catanzarite, 70, Passed Away on April 21st
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2018 02:37 PM
Mountain Ranch, CA...Jennifer Jo Catanzarite, 70, of Mountain Ranch, California, passed away on April 21st, 2018 in Elk Grove, California. Jennifer is survived by her husband, Frank Catanzarite of Mountain Ranch, CA; two daughters, Katrina Quayle of Sebastopol,CA and April Taylor (Nick) of Virginia Beach, VA; six grandchildren, Eric, Bryce, Blayne, Ava, Michael and Joshua; one great-granddaughter, Lilah; five sisters,Tina, Jackie, Marion,Valerie and Brenda; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
San Andreas, CA...Paula Marie Serra, Nov. 28, 1946 - Feb. 6, 2018. Paula Marie Serra age 71 died on February 6, 2018. Paula was born in Boston Massachusetts on November, 28 1946. Her family moved to California where she was raised in San Andreas and attended Calaveras High School. She earned her cosmetology license and opened up a salon in San Andreas in the late 60’s. She married Carlin in 1969 and raised 3 children Eric, Erica (twins) and Nicole. Paula sold the salon to spend time with her children. After the children grew older she worked for Calaveras title company and Calaveras tax collector office. While working full time she went to school at night and completed her Associate of Arts Degree from San Joaquin Delta College. Paula later changed careers and worked for the United States Postal Service where she was Assistant Postmaster in Angels Camp and Arnold, California. She was diagnosed with cancer in 1993 and retired early from the postal service.
Another Example of Why Tim Muetterties is Running for Calaveras County Assessor
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2018 01:10 PM
Arnold, CA...The following video highlights are another fine example of why it's time for new Leadership in the Assessor's Office. The commenters in these video clips are taxpayers that were finally able to get a group meeting with Leslie Davis who apparently felt that threats were the best way to quell her unhappy constituents. If you missed the Calaveras Enterprise Article: The headline read: “Property taxes increased due to computer glitch.” In the video below the Butte Fire Victims talk about that meeting. It is examples like this “why I am running for Assessor” You can see more issues and video at my website www.timm4assessor.com. Paid for by the committee “Friends Support Tim Muetterties for Calaveras County Assessor 2018” fppc #1401058
Reminder...CCWD Town Hall Meeting on Water & Sewer Rates Tonight at 6pm
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2018 10:51 AM
Arnold, CA...What? Proposed water and sewer rate changes discussion, When? 6 p.m. Tuesday April 24, 2018. Where? Independence Hall, 1445 Blagen Road, Arnold, Who? Dave Eggerton, General Manager, Jesse Hampton, Interim Director of Operations, Stacey Lollar, Director of Customer Service, Joel Metzger, Manager of External Affairs. Bertha Underhill, Division 3 Director. Agenda: CCWD staff will present the District’s proposed water and sewer rate changes followed by a question and answer session More information: Go to www.ccwd.org/rates or contact Joel Metzger at joelm@ccwd.org or (209) 754-3123
Caltrans Crews Punch Through To Mosquito Lake on Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway...Hope to Open Hwy 4 Before Memorial Day!
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2018 10:41 AM
Lake Alpine, CA...From Caltrans District 10..."Camp Connell Area Maintenance Supervisor Mike Johnson made his way up Ebbetts Pass (SR-4) yesterday and sent back some photos of his crew working their way to the east end of Mosquito Lake at the Pacific Grade Summit. Mike reports that the snow is usually deepest at the old corrals at Sandy Meadows and that they didn’t expect to be that far along until later in the week. Warm weather and a new piece of equipment they are using this year are helping them make even better progress than anticipated.
New York, NY...The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® increased in April, following a decline in March. The Index now stands at 128.7 (1985=100), up from 127.0 in March. The Present Situation Index increased from 158.1 to 159.6, while the Expectations Index improved from 106.2 last month to 108.1 this month. The monthly Consumer Confidence Survey®, based on a probability-design random sample, is conducted for The Conference Board by Nielsen, a leading global provider of information and analytics around what consumers buy and watch. The cutoff date for the preliminary results was April 12.
Mornings with the One Percent™ Live Weekdays 7-10am...This Morning's Replays Below
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2018 06:57 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!
Above & Beyond Travel Can Fulfill all Your Travel Dreams! 209.795.3226
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/20/2018 02:39 PM
Arnold, CA...Paradises Waiting to be Explored! Whether you want to try surfing or take in a traditional Luau in Hawaii, explore the cultural riches and flavorful cuisine of Mexico or swim with the dolphins at Dolphin Cay Atlantis, in the Bahamas - these tropical escapes all offer sun-drenched beaches, turquoise waters and nearly endless opportunities for adventure, relaxation and fun. These vacations to tropical paradises are available through Above & Beyond Travel Contact Maureen today at 209-795-3226 Exotic tropical island vacations, luxury and adventure cruises, romantic getaways, honeymoon packages, safaris, and tours. You need a vacation and we're here to help you find the perfect trip. We're looking forward to making your next trip a memorable and enjoyable one, so contact us today and get packing!
Chauncey Delongpre, 44 from Stockton Lost His Life in Camp 9 Jeep Collision
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/23/2018 06:36 PM
Douglas Flat, CA...On April 22, 2018, at approximately 12:50 pm, Delongpre was driving a 1991 Jeep Cherokee eastbound on Camp 9 Road at an undetermined speed. For an unknown reason, Delongpre allowed the Jeep to travel off the north side of the roadway. The front of the Jeep collided with a large boulder and overturned onto the passenger side. Delongpre was pronounced deceased at the scene by medical personnel. Both passengers sustained significant injuries and were flown to hospitals in the Modesto area for treatment.
The Elevated Evening News™ Live Tonight at 6pm....GABA Town Hall Live...(Replay Below)
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/23/2018 05:57 PM
Arnold, CA...The Elevated Evening News™ Live Tonight at 6pm. The GABA Town Hall had some great content and speakers tonight. Joel Metzger brought the audience up to speed on the upcoming CCWD rate increases & the Calaveras Visitors Bureau's Lisa Boulton told of the joys of promoting tourism in our area and also about the potential future of a TOT tax increase.
Murphys, CA...Let us welcome you home to Forest Meadows Properties serving Calaveras County. Year-round events, mountain and foothills recreation, culinary excellence, an award-winning up-and-coming wine region, picturesque historic downtowns and a thriving arts community make Calaveras County an especially appealing place to visit. In addition, we are constantly hearing about the friendliness of our local community.
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Created on 02/22/2006 11:32 PM by thepinetree
Updated on 11/15/2012 04:26 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.
