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| Wednesday, Apr 23 |
| All Day | Saturdays, Apr. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Jump Into Spring Tours |
| All Day | Saturdays, Apr. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Jump Into Spring Tours |
| All Day | Murphys "Classic Car Cruise Nights" |
| 05:30 PM | Spaghetti Western Dinner and Movie, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1401 |
| 06:30 PM | Overeaters Anonymous |
| All Day | Overeaters Anonymous |
| Thursday, Apr 24 |
| 10:00 AM | Preschool Storytime and Art Activity |
| All Day | Saturdays, Apr. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Jump Into Spring Tours |
| All Day | Saturdays, Apr. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Jump Into Spring Tours |
| 04:30 PM | FREE MEAL IN RRF |
| All Day | Murphys "Classic Car Cruise Nights" |
| 05:00 PM | Candidates Night |
| 06:00 PM | Debtors Anonymous |
| All Day | Overeaters Anonymous |
| Friday, Apr 25 |
| All Day | Saturdays, Apr. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Jump Into Spring Tours |
| All Day | Saturdays, Apr. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Jump Into Spring Tours |
| All Day | Murphys "Classic Car Cruise Nights" |
| 05:00 PM | Lagorio's BBQ Fridays |
| 05:00 PM | "Zucca After Hours is open 5-8 p.m |
| All Day | Overeaters Anonymous |
| Saturday, Apr 26 |
| 09:30 AM | Road Art |
| 10:00 AM | Seminar ----- Birds of the Sierra Nevada |
| 10:00 AM | The Spring "Drop The Drugs" Day Is April 26th |
| 10:00 AM | Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 |
| 11:30 AM | Fun with Retro Fashions |
| 12:30 PM | Guided Hike, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840 |
| Until 02:00 PM | Saturdays, Apr. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Jump Into Spring Tours |
| Until 02:00 PM | Saturdays, Apr. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Jump Into Spring Tours |
| All Day | Murphys "Classic Car Cruise Nights" |
| 05:00 PM | "Zucca After Hours is open 5-8 p.m |
| All Day | Overeaters Anonymous |
| Sunday, Apr 27 |
| 11:30 AM | Humane Society of Tuolumne County's Casino Roarrral Spring Champagne Brunch |
| 12:00 PM | Taste of Calaveras 2014 At CAMPS |
| 12:00 PM | Taste of Calaveras April 27 @ 12:00 pm - April 27 @ 4:00 pm |
| 03:30 PM | Viviana Guzman to Perform at Petroglyphe Gallery |
| All Day | Murphys "Classic Car Cruise Nights" |
| All Day | Overeaters Anonymous |
| Monday, Apr 28 |
| All Day | Murphys "Classic Car Cruise Nights" |
| All Day | Overeaters Anonymous |
| Tuesday, Apr 29 |
| All Day | Murphys "Classic Car Cruise Nights" |
| 05:00 PM | Angels Camp Weight Watchers |
| All Day | Overeaters Anonymous |
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A Rocky Morning For Driver Near Rocky Road |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/22/2014 04:04 PM
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San Andreas, CA....Crews from the San Andreas Fire Department and CHP Offices worked what was luckily a non-injury accident on Mountain Ranch Road near Rocky Road. An elderly gentleman and his dog took a ride off the roadway in his pickup and overturned in the creek. Other than being shaken up the major damage appeared to be with the probably totaled truck....
We Would Like To Thank Mark Twain Medical Center For Sponsoring Much Of The News Coverage on ThePineTree.net |
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Traffic Update...Accident on Rail Road Flat Road |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/22/2014 03:30 PM
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Rail Road Flat, CA...Crews are working an accident on Rail Road Flat Road & Swiss Flat Road. An ambulance was dispatched and please use caution in the area....
We Would Like To Thank Mark Twain Medical Center For Sponsoring Much Of The News Coverage on ThePineTree.net |
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Area Officers Recognized For Their Efforts To Reduce Impaired Driving |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/22/2014 03:12 PM
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Sonora, CA....Local Law Enforcement officers were recognized for their diligent efforts within Tuolumne County of Keeping the motoring public safe from impaired drivers. The following officers assigned to the California Highway Patrol, Sonora Area were recognized: Officer Josh Mahaney, Officer Steve Warzee, Officer Steve Machado and Officer Michael Huddleston. The Sonora Police Department, Officer Jonathan Ma, was also recognized for his efforts...
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Calaveras County Master Gardeners' Demonstration Garden Open on Saturday, May 24 |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 02:37 PM
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San Andreas, CA ... The Calaveras County Master Gardeners’ Demonstration Garden will be open on Saturday, May 24th from 10AM – 2PM. Plants will be offered for sale, including some favorite water-wise selections, from 10AM – 12PM. The Garden is located at the County Government Center, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas.
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Murphys Native Daughters of the Golden West Honor Two |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 02:28 PM
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Murphys, CA ... The Parlor No 46 Murphys Native Daughters of the Golden West have honored two outstanding women of Calaveras County. Virginia Tremaine and Delida Lagomarsino were presented with flowers and awards for the Ruby Parlor No 46 Murphys NDGW Calaveras Woman’s Award 2014 at the Annual Fashion Show and luncheon in April. Local ladies modeled CAbi fashions (Carol Anderson by Invitation) with Wendy Cookson narrating. A wonderful lunch was prepared and served by Mary Kingshill for sixty-five women. This event was a lovely start to the activities planned for 2014 for Ruby Parlor No 46 Murphys NDGW, who will be celebrating 125 years of continuous service to Calaveras County on December 14, 2014.
Left to right, Virginia Tremaine and Delida Lagomarsino. |
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Calaveras County Arts Council 17th Annual High School Art Show |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 02:08 PM
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San Andeas, CA ... The Calaveras County Arts Council announced “Silenced” by Mikayla Kunesh of Bret Harte High School as the winner of Best of Show in the 17th Annual High School Art Show. “Silenced” can be viewed at Gallery Calaveras, 22 Main Street, San Andreas, CA.
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Knights of Columbus Amador County Council 1849, Annual Tootsie Roll Drive |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 01:59 PM
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Amador County, CA ... The Knights of Columbus Amador County Council 1849, held its annual Tootsie Roll Drive (officially known as the Intellectual Disabilities Fundraiser), at several locations in Amador County during October of 2013. This drive, coordinated through the Columbian Charities, is identified to direct funds to the organization responsible for educating local citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each year the Amador Knights have designated, The Arc of Amador and Calaveras, as the recipient of these donations. This year, through the generosity of all Amador County citizens, The Arc received $2,505.96. “Thank you all for your generosity and continued support of this charity. We are helping people to reach their stars” Mark Koenig with the Knights of Columbus Amador County Council 1849.
L to R: Charlie Esola, Ed Reno, John Bowling, Shawnna Molina, Mark Koenig, Sheridan Smith
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Sonora Regional Medical Center Names MAKOplasty® Robot |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 01:20 PM
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Sonora, CA ...The Center for Joint Replacement and its panel of orthopedic surgeons have selected the name MaRIO as the winning entry for the MAKOplasty® robot. Sonora Regional Medical Center employee Poline King submitted the winning name. The assembly of surgeons received over 170 suggestions over the course of five weeks. The name is based on the highly advanced, surgeon-controlled robotic arm system, RIO®, used to perform MAKOplasty® procedures. The RIO® system enables the surgeon to complete a patient specific pre-surgical plan using a CT scan of the patient’s knee. During the procedure, the system creates a three-dimensional, virtual view of the patient’s bone surface and correlates the image to the pre-programmed surgical plan. As the surgeon uses the robotic arm, the RIO® system provides tactile, auditory and visual feedback, limiting the bone preparation to just the diseased areas. This process helps preserve more of the patient’s knee while providing optimal positioning of the implant.
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Outdoor Writers Association of California Enjoy a Tuolumne County “Sampler” |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 01:01 PM
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Sonora, CA ... From April 27 through April 29, 2014, the Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau will host 50 OWAC members, associate members and guests to give them a sample of the great outdoor venues Tuolumne County has to offer. For three days, members of the Outdoor Writers Association of California, known as OWAC, converge in Sonora for their Annual Spring Awards Conference, where members recognize their peers for the finest outdoor writing, broadcasting and media videography and programming. The Awards Banquet will be held at the Best Western Plus Sonora Oaks Hotel and Conference Center where Gianelli Vineyards will showcase their wines and Indigeny Reserve will serve up their signature hard cider .
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Sonora Regional Medical Center to Offer Safe Sitter Classes in May |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 12:42 PM
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Sonora, CA ... Sonora Regional Medical Center is a registered Safe Sitter teaching site and is offering Safe Sitter classes to teach students about emergency, safety and basic childcare skills. The class will take place on Sunday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Conference Room 1 at the Medical Center. The comprehensive babysitting program is for adolescents 11 years and older. This nationally recognized program was started by Dr. Patricia Keener, board-certified pediatrician. Students who complete the program will gain confidence and learn how to prevent injuries and problem behavior. Students will receive a completion card after passing a written test.
Cost is $55, which includes materials and snacks. Class size is limited to 12 students. For more information please call 536-3727 or email Amy.Rolston@ah.org |
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4th Annual ‘Hot Copper Car Show’ Rolls into Copperopolis Saturday, May 3 |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 12:30 PM
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(Copperopolis, CA ... Copperopolis Town Square – the events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – will host the 14th annual “Hot Copper Car Show” on Saturday, May 3 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Brought to you by the Lake Tulloch Lions Club and sponsored by Castle and Cooke, it will feature food and drink from area vendors, music, raffles and more. Hundreds of hot rods, custom cars and motorcycles will be on display throughout the day. Admission is free. Registration is now open for car owners and vendor spaces; please call Ron Massei at 209.785.4288 or Ken Osteen at 209.785.8932. Registration forms may also be downloaded at www.hotcoppercarshow.com. Car-owner and vendor registration costs $30 before April 25; day-of-show registration is $35. Dash plaques will be offered to the first 150 car registrants.
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Hospice Thrift Shop |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 11:57 AM
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Angels Camp, CA ...The Calaveras Hospice Thrift Store is open seven days a week. It is located at 570 Main St. Angels Camp, CA.
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Caltrans and CHP Traffic Information |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/22/2014 09:52 AM
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Sacramento, CA ...Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 09:58 am Caltrans reports State Route 4 is closed from .5 miles east of junction of SR 207 Mt. Reba turnoff to the junction of State Route 89/Ebbetts Pass due to snow.
Bishop, CA ... CHP office reports the following:
7:15 AM 8 [9] SR108 (SONORA PASS) - CLOSED DUE TO SNOW
7:14 AM 7 [8] SR89 (MONITOR PASS) CLOSED DUE TO SNOW
7:14 AM 6 [7] SR120W (TIOGA) WINTER CLOSURE AT THE GATE
7:13 AM 5 [6] SR203 (MAMMOTH MNT INN) - WINTER CLOSURE
7:12 AM 4 [5] SR168W IS OPEN
7:12 AM 3 [4] SR270 IS OPEN
6:32 AM 2 [2] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from INFO-Information to CLOSURE of a Road by CHP
6:31 AM 1 [1] SR89 (MONITOR PASS) - CLOSED DUE TO SNOW SR108 (SONORA PASS) - CLOSED DUE TO SNOW SR120W (TIOGA PASS) - |
The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/22/2014 08:51 AM
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San Andreas, CA....Calaveras County's Fab Five are back in action today with a full agenda. Some of the items: Adopt a Resolution proclaiming May 15 – 18, 2014 as the weekend celebration of the Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee, Adopt a Resolution proclaiming April 2014 as National County Government Month in Calaveras County, Adopt a Resolution Approving an Application for Funding from the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation Off Highway Vehicle Grant for the Period of August 1, 2014 to July 31, 2015, Delegate authority to the Health and Human Services Agency Director to approve a MOU between Calaveras County Public Health Services and Mark Twain Medical Center to support effective communication and coordination of healthcare activities in Calaveras County during all phases of emergency response... The full agenda is enclosed....
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1st Impressions Dentistry Grand Opening, Friday, April 25th |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/22/2014 08:42 AM
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Angels Camp: -- 1st Impressions Dentistry, a full-service general dentistry office, will hold its grand opening celebration on Friday, April 25, from 3 to 7 pm, at its new location in the Mark Twain Center, 386 North Main Street in Angels Camp. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will start at 3 pm and will be led by a member of the Angels Camp City Council. “This new 3,000 square foot office will allow for expansion as the practice grows,” says owner Dr Shannon Russell. “We have room for another one or two partners and more technical staff, which would allow us to be open six days a week and into the evening. That’s my vision.”
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Taste of Calaveras April 27 From 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/15/2014 09:15 AM
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Angels Camp, CA...“TASTE OF CALAVERAS” April 27, 2014 12:00 – 4:00 CAMPS Restaurant, Angels Camp The Angels Camp Business Association invites you to join in our eighth Annual “A Taste of Calaveras”. This event is a celebration of wine, food, art and culture of Calaveras County showcasing only Calaveras businesses and products. Featuring vintages from Calaveras wineries and foods from Calaveras restaurateurs. Calaveras artists will be attending with a special art show along with a premium live and silent auctions featuring Calaveras Experiences and Calaveras products. During the day, there will be local entertainers and demonstrations....
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Make Plans Now To Party With Michael Oliveira At Irish Vineyards |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/11/2014 10:59 PM
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Mike Borean For Calaveras County Supervisor District Three |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/11/2014 03:21 PM
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Hathaway Pines, CA...My family moved to Arnold in the 60’s. I attended Hazel Fisher Elementary School before moving on to Bret Harte High School, class of 1975. I attended Delta College in Stockton before transferring to Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo where I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Forest Resources. I was able to put myself through college by working as a Seasonal Firefighter for Cal Fire in Arnold, San Andreas, and Paso Robles....
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John Trifilo For Superior Court Judge Dept. Two |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/07/2014 03:13 PM
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Calaveras County, CA...John Trifilo was born and raised in San Jose, CA. He attended San Jose State College in the 60's, and graduated with a B.A. in Political Science in 1970. John then spent time training in Fort Knox, Kentucky for the Army National Guard. After returning to California, John was accepted to the University of San Francisco Law School in 1971. He graduated three years later in the top 25% of his class. He passed his first bar exam and was admitted to the practice of law in 1974...
Click Above To Visit The Candidate's Website. Paid For By The Committee To Elect John Trifilo |
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Tim Healy For Judge 2014 |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/27/2014 06:00 PM
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Calaveras County, CA...My name is Tim Healy and I’m running for Superior Court Judge Department 2. I am the only candidate for Department 2 who as a Criminal Prosecutor has dedicated his professional career to public safety, victims’ rights and seeking justice for all. Married to my best friend Rachel, we are raising our children here in Calaveras. I have lived here for over 11 years, and my wife over 23. An avid sportsman, I am active in Cub Scouts, a coach for Calaveras Youth Football and Friends of Calaveras County Fair. My children have also been involved in Girl-Scouts, soft-ball, soccer, wrestling, baseball and CSTARS theatre. I have a very real and vested interest in the future success of Calaveras County....
Click Above To Visit The Candidate's Website. Paid for by Tim Healy for Superior Court Judge 2014. FPPC # 1362643 |
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Dana Pfeil For Superior Court Judge Department One |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/25/2014 09:58 AM
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Calaveras County, CA...My name is Dana Pfeil and I am running for Superior Court Judge Department One. Department One handles all criminal cases in Calaveras County. As a prosecutor with over a decade of experience advocating for justice on behalf of the People of the State of California, I have the practical and legal experience it takes to deliver justice as your next Superior Court Judge....
Click Above To Visit the Candidate's Website. Paid For By The Committee To Elect Dana Pfeil FPPC #1363255 |
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Re-Elect Supervisor Merita Callaway |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/20/2014 09:38 AM
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Calaveras County, CA...“Since moving to Calaveras County 27 years ago, I have felt a part of the community due to the people. I was welcomed by my co-workers at PG&E, the parents at my daughter’s after school program, and the business community. Whether it is taking kids to jump frogs at the County Fair, volunteering at the community Christmas dinner or when I served as President of the Calaveras Chamber of Commerce, I am committed to serving you, my family, friends, neighbors and residents of District 3.”....
Click Above To Visit the Candidate's Website. Paid For By The Committee To Re-Elect Merita Callaway |
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Judge Hugh K. Swift For Superior Court Judge |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/20/2014 08:54 AM
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Calaveras County, CA...I am honored to serve the people of Calaveras County as a Superior Court judge. Every day I have the privilege and responsibility to make decisions that impact the lives of the parties, their families and this community....
Click Above To Visit The Candidate's Website. Paid for by Committee to Elect Hugh Swift Superior Court Judge 2014
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Grant Barrett For Superior Court Judge |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/18/2014 04:55 PM
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Calaveras County, CA....Grant Barrett has served the legal needs of the Calaveras community for the past 18 years. He has over 12 years of experience on the bench in Calaveras County. Since 2006, Grant has served our community as the Calaveras Superior Court Commissioner where he regularly presides over family law and civil disputes. From 2011 through 2013, he also served as Court Commissioner for Amador County Superior Court, at their judges’ request, until a suitable replacement could be recruited and trained. In 2013, Grant was named Judicial Officer of the Year by the Child Support Directors Association of California.
Click Above To Visit The Candidate's Website. Paid For By Grant Barrett for Judge (FPPC 1363039) |
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Winter Returns Bringing Welcome Precipitation |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 08:36 PM
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Bear Valley, CA...Tonight Mostly cloudy. At lower elevations...a slight chance of rain showers in the evening...then a chance of rain showers after midnight. At higher elevations...a slight chance of rain and snow showers in the evening...then a chance of rain and snow showers after midnight. Colder. Lows 27 to 42 higher elevations... 37 to 49 lower elevations. Snow level 7500 feet. Prevailing south winds 5 to 15 mph with gusts to around 35 mph. Over ridges... Prevailing southwest winds 30 to 45 mph increasing to 35 to 55 mph with gusts to around 75 mph after midnight. Tuesday At lower elevations...a chance of rain showers in the morning...then a chance of rain showers with possible snow showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. At higher elevations...rain and snow showers likely in the morning...then snow showers likely with possible showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Cooler. Highs 33 to 48 higher elevations...43 to 55 lower elevations. Snow accumulation up to 2 inches higher elevations. Snow level 5500 feet. Prevailing southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to around 35 mph. Over ridges... Prevailing southwest winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts to around 70 mph decreasing to 25 to 35 mph with gusts to around 50 mph in the afternoon....
The Latest Weather and Road Conditions Are Always On Our Weather Page |
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Woman's Handgun Clinic Being Offered Free of Charge By Angels Gun Club |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 07:57 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...This class is for women only and is intended for any women who are interested in learning the basics of how to handle a handgun and firearm safety, in a fun, non-threatening environment with other women of like mind. You must be 18 years of age or older and not be prohibited by court order from handling, or possessing guns. This will be checked before class time. This class is primarily intended for the beginning shooter, who has never been instructed in the proper use/handling of a firearm. It will help you overcome your fear of firearms, concerns about self-protection, increase your knowledge of the shooting sport and provide instruction about the responsibilities of firearm users/owners. You will learn safe firearms handling, the basics of marksmanship, loading, unloading and firing of firearms. The class is taught by long-time, experienced Instructors. This is NOT a Carry Concealed Weapon class....
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FAA Announces First UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) Test Site Operational |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 07:16 PM
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Washington, DC...The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced that the first of six test sites chosen to perform unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) research is operational more than two-and-a -half months ahead of the deadline specified for the program by Congress. FAA today granted the North Dakota Department of Commerce team a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA) to begin using a Draganflyer X4ES small UAS at itsNorthern Plains Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site. The COA is effective for two years. The team plans to begin flight operations during the week of May 5...
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Calaveras Sherrif's Logs For April 17-21, 2014 |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 06:13 PM
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San Andreas, CA...The Calaveas County Sheriff's Office Logs For April 17 -21, 2014. Some highlights: Copperopolis, Male came to knock at his door was talking weird things came into his house and got chips spread them all over his kitchen table then went to a neighbors house and got into his house was wondering around in his house. San Andreas, Occurred at Turner Park on Treat Ave. , San Andreas. There are approximately 12 people in a tent in the back of Turner park. San Andreas, Hunters parked on side of road BBQing drinking.
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Sonora Pass is Closed at Kennedy Meadows |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 04:44 PM
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Pinecrest, CA...Due to the weather, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) closed State Route 108/ Sonora Pass at Kennedy Meadows today at 4:00 p.m. Caltrans will reopen the pass once weather permits and crews make the necessary repairs to the road...
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Art in Action At Michelson School May 1st and 2nd |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 04:20 PM
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Murphys, CA...This event comes to Michelson school with the intent of exposing the students to a variety of visual art forms. With this in mind, many of the community’s artists have volunteered their time and expertise to demonstrate their medium to the students...
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Two Inmates Who Walked Away From Mule Creek State Prison Minimum Support Facility Apprehended. |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 03:57 PM
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Ione, CA...Minimum-security inmates Patrick Raines and Johnny Maciel walked away from Mule Creek State Prison’s Minimum Support Facility in Amador County on April 16. Both Inmates were apprehended at about 8:20 a.m. Saturday, April 19. They were apprehended near the intersection of Willow Creek Road and Highway 16 in Plymouth, Calif,. in the area where authorities believed the two had been hiding. A local rancher saw them sitting near the roadway and notified CDCR staff patrolling in the area...
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“Peter and the Wolf” Headlines Studio 4 Dance Theater’s Spring Showcase, May 2-3, 2014 in Angels Camp |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 03:29 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...Local audiences can enjoy both a ballet classic and cutting-edge modern dance at Studio 4 Dance Theater’s Spring Showcase 2014, 7pm, Friday, May 2, and 3pm, Saturday, May 3, 2014, at the Bret Harte Theater in Angels Camp. Appropriate for all ages, Studio 4 Dance Theater’s annual Spring Showcase is a mix of ballet, jazz, hip hop and contemporary dance...
The Wolf catches the Duck as Peter tries to warn her.
Alyssa Walker as Peter, Elizabeth Ernst as the Wolf, and Rebecca Elliott as the Duck
Photos by Stacy Arhontes
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Traffic Update...Cow In Roadway On Hwy 49 Near Carson Hill |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 11:29 AM
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Angels Camp, CA...A Calveras County Sheriff's Deputy is out with a cow that is refusing to get out of the roadway on Hwy 49 near Carson Hill. She gave the deputy an obstinate stare and mooed something about she was going to eat as many poppies as she felt like and that whole state flower thing only applied to humans. Then she muttered that if he didn't like it she had some cud for him. Bovines these days....
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San Diego's Meb Keflezighi Wins Boston Marathon |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 11:22 AM
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Boston, MA...Meb Keflezighi After Race "It was my dream to win Boston and to make it just like the Red Sox did and do the same thing for the people." Official Men's Results: 1. Meb Keflezighi (San Diego, Calif.) 2:08:37, 2. Wilson Chebet (KEN) 2:08:48, 3. Frankline Chepwony (KEN) 2:08:50, 4. Vitaliy Shafar (UKR) 2:09:37, 5. Markos Geneti (ETH) 2:09:50, 6. Joel Kimurer (KEN) 2:11:03, 7. Nick Arciniaga (Flagstaff, Ariz.) 2:11:47, 8. Jeffrey Eggleston (Boulder, Colo.) 2:11:57, 9. Paul Lonyangata (KEN) 2:12:34, 10. Adil Annani (MAR) 2:12:43
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CCWD Fly In Acres Assessment District Construction To Begin |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 10:15 AM
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San Andreas, CA...On April 24, 2013 the Board of Directors of the Calaveras County Water District adopted a resolution forming the Fly In Acres Assessment District. Plans and specifications were prepared and put out to bid. On October 14, 2013 the Board approved a construction agreement with Mozingo Construction. The project will take approximately 4 months to complete. The project involves replacing the existing aging water distribution infrastructure and installation of hydrants and meters. Survey work staking out the project began last week. Mozingo is planning on mobilizing this week starting April 20, 2014. The actual construction is scheduled to begin next week starting April 27, 2014...
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Sixteen Fellow Judges Endorse Hugh K. Swift's Election |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 09:32 AM
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| San Andreas, CA...Sixteen superior court judges from throughout California have endorsed Judge Hugh K. Swift in his June 3 election campaign to retain his position in the Calaveras County Superior Court. Following an extensive evaluation by the State Bar Association’s Judicial Nominees Evaluation Commission, Swift was appointed last December to succeed the Hon. Douglas V. Mewhinney who was retiring. He now faces two challengers in the primary election.... |
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Columbia Woman's Eyebrow Completely Bitten Off, Stabbings and More in Alcohol Fueled Melee On Yankee Hill |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2014 09:16 AM
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| Columbia, CA...On 4/20/14 about 5:00 P.M. Deputies were called to a dispute occurring at a residence in the 12000 block of Yankee Hill Rd in Columbia. Upon arrival the Deputies met with several individuals whom all had been consuming alcohol and appeared under the influence of alcohol. Deputies determined that four of the individuals whom had been staying together at the residence had been drinking throughout the day. An argument turned into a physical fight between the four individuals... |
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46th Annual Calaveras County Spelling Championship |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/21/2014 09:04 AM
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San Andreas, CA ...The 46th Annual Calaveras County Spelling Championship will be held Thursday evening, April 24. at Calaveras River Academy/Mountain Oaks School multipurpose room in San Andreas beginning at 6:30 p.m. This annual Spelling Bee is open to the public. Calaveras River Academy/Mountain Oaks School is located at 150 Oak St, San Andreas, CA 95249. Calaveras County students in sixth, seventh, eighth and ninth grades compete in this event. First, second, and third place winners will receive award plaques, and all participants will receive certificates for their participation in this countywide event. The top two spellers from grades seventh, eighth and ninth will be eligible to compete in the Statewide Junior High State Spelling Bee Championship to be held in San Rafael on May 3, 2014; an event sponsored by the Marin County Office of Education...
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Fallen Marine Lance Cpl. Gavin Brummund Memorial Tree Replacement Ceremony |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/19/2014 06:58 PM
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Arnold, CA....Members of the Arnold and surrounding communities gathered to pay homage to fallen Marine Lance Cpl. Gavin Brummund and celebrate the beautiful new Dogwood that was planted to replace the one that vandals uprooted. Murphys Nursery graciously donated a replacement tree Arnold Ace Home Center donated a memorial bench. That will take up permanent residence next to the new Lance Cpl. Gavin R. Brummund Memorial Tree. In addition to local residents some local veterans groups attended including the Patriot Guard, Local Vietnam Veterans Chapter, and from Amador County members of the Top Cop Challenge attended and are spearheading a reward for the arrest and conviction of those who vandalized and destroyed the original tree. Gavin's parents Greg Brummund and Debra Morris were on hand and participated in planting the new tree....
Click Above For Larger Photo. Many Additional Photos Ceremony Video Are Below
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49er Motors Service Center Grand Opening Sale |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/18/2014 08:16 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...Grand Opening of service center sale!! Staring Monday we will launch the Grand Opening of our service center with a special that everyone needs that you cant beat anywhere! Watch for our ad right here on thepinetree.net this Monday. Until then take a look at these great specials in honor of our Service centers Grand Opening!
2006 Toyota Tundra Double cab SR5- Lifted, Low Mileage, Automatic, Power windows and locks, CD, Nice truck and did we mention it was a TOYOTA? Clean Car Fax with lots of service records, Come down and see this beauty today!! ON SALE $17,949 VIN-5TBET34156S544543
2007 Ford F150 4x4, Crew Cab, Very Nicely Maintained, Cd, Power windows and locks, Tow package, Bed Liner, Premium wheels and tires. Banks system and more! You wont be disappointed in this one!! ON SALE $18,949 VIN-1FTPW14547KC51594
2011 Subaru Legacy H4 PSEV Limited. This is one beautiful car, One Owner, Clean Car Fax with lots of service records. This car looks and drives like new. Leather heated seats, Sattelite radio, nice alloy wheels with almost new tires, This LIKE NEW Subaru has MANY options and is ready to go home with you today!! ON SALE $17,949 VIN-4S3BMBJ60B3249301
2011 Toyota Camry LE, 1 Owner Clean Car Fax, Many service records. This shows pride of ownership. Power windows and Locks, Tinted windows, Great Gas Mileage and much more. Dont let this nice,Clean, late model Camry pass you by.. ON SALE $12,949 VIN-4T1BF3EK5BU214573
2002 GMC DURAMAX DIESEL 6.6L, 4X4, XCAB, 2500HD, SLE, leather, dual power seats, auto, tow package, running boards, alloy wheels, sliding rear window, all power options! Tons of power!!! We have just completed TONS of work including Heads, Injector pump etc to ensure that you have a great running truck!! ON SALE BELOW COST $13,949 VIN# 1GTHK29142E122497
2005 Nissan Sentra 4 cyl, Clean Car Fax, Great Gas Mileage, Clean cheap Nissan. Power windows and locks, CD player, what a great commuter!! ON SALE $7949 VIN-3N1CB51D85L594792
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Kent Snyder of Mokelumne Hill. 1940 - 2014 (Updated....Service Location at San Andreas Memorial Chapel) |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/15/2014 06:08 PM
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Mokelumne Hill, CA..On April 11, 2014 Kent Barton Snyder, Jr. of Mokelumne Hill passed away at his home. He was 74. A native of Oakland, he was the son of Kent Barton Snyder, Sr. and Virginia Wallace Stypes, born May 26, 1940. He was a truck driver and transportation officer for Calaveras County Behavioral Health. He loved gardening as a hobby....
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Sheriff Gary Kuntz "Why I’m Running For Re-Election |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/08/2014 01:01 PM
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Calaveras County, CA...When I ran for Sheriff four years ago, law enforcement in Calaveras County faced some real challenges. I believed then that my 24-year career in Calaveras County law enforcement made me the best candidate to confront those challenges, and I asked for your vote. I sincerely appreciate the trust placed in me by the voters. Back then I pledged to fight for public safety. I pledged to put emphasis back on community policing. I pledged to help get the jail project back on track, and to restore trust in the Sheriff’s office. Today, working together, we have made real progress on all these fronts.
Click Above To Visit The Candidate's Facebook Page and This Advertisement Paid For By The Committee To Re-Elect Sheriff Gary Kuntz |
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In 2014, California State Parks turns 150 years old! |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 10:53 PM
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Columbia Stae Park, CA ... Britanny Bufford, Eden Straugh and Jordan Straugh of Mountain Ranch get the fever staring into the sand, pebbles, mica and hopefully gold flakes at Columbia State Park.
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Frog's Wild Ride Rolls Out Another Perfect Foothill Day |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 08:29 PM
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Murphys, CA .. . The temperature rolled into the 70's as the last riders rolled into Feeney Park in Murphys last Saturday afternoon. Barbeque chicken, beans, salad and rolls were ready for the cyclists as they wound down from the 100 kilometer and 50 kilometer rides ranging from Feeney Park westward and back. The Rehydration Tent featured lots of water and beer and wine; first beer free for all riders. The DJ kept the energy alive spinning vinyl and the breeze blew up enough to fill the air with spring. A person could not help but feel healthy and happy particularly after a massage.
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PATV Schedule for the Week of April 18 - 24, 2013 |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 02:08 PM
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Calaveras County, CA ...San Andreas, CA... PATV is located in San Andreas, CA. We are a non-profit organization which helps facilitate the local studio and air original community programming to your home. The mission of Public, Education, and Government (PEG) Access Television in Calaveras County is to provide the people in the County with fair and reasonable access to cable television channel(s). The goals for PEG Access Television are to promote free speech, foster diverse points of view, encourage communications, create opportunities, encourage artistic expression, expand educational access, and promote participatory democracy in order to strengthen the spirit of the communities and enrich the lives of our residents and visitors...
Inside View #125 with Host Joel Metzger and Guest Jeff Rasmussen, Home Sales
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Caltrans Promotes Biking & Walking Projects |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 01:52 PM
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SACRAMENTO, CA ...Caltrans is asking cities and counties throughout California to submit applications for projects that promote biking and walking that will vie for a share of $360 million in federal and state funding from the state’s new Active Transportation Program – the nation’s largest. “Today’s transportation system is about more than just highways,” said Caltrans Director Malcolm Dougherty. “Active transportation projects are a good investment and will help achieve mobility, safety, and greenhouse gas reduction goals for California.” The program will receive about $120 million annually, so the $360 million figure announced today represents three-years of funding. Last year, Governor Brown signed legislation (Senate Bill 99, Chapter 359 and Assembly Bill 101, Chapter 354) creating the ATP, which distributes funding for human-powered transportation projects and programs. The new program replaces a patchwork of small grant programs with a comprehensive program that is more efficient. Another benefit is that funds can be directed to multi-year projects to make greater long-term improvements to active transportation.
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Calaveras Unified School District Regular Board Meeting Tuesday, April 22 |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 01:42 PM
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San Andreas, CA ...The Calaveras Unified School District Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 3304 Highway 12, San Andreas, CA. Current Board Mmebers are, Karan Bowsher, Evan Garamendi, Gregory Gustafson, Zerrall McDaniel and Sherri Reusche. Mark Campbell is the Calaveras Unified School District Superintendent. The Mission of the Calaveras Unified School District is to provide all individuals with the tools needed to become lifelong learners who responsibly participate in our diverse society.
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Valley Springs Area Business Association Mixer Wednesday April 23rd |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 01:16 PM
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Valley Springs, CA ...The Valley Springs Area Business Association announced a new time for the Wine Wednesday Mixer on April 23rd at Umpqua Bank 87 California 26 Valley Springs, CA from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. Meet and greet your local bank and tellers, check out what they have to offer and visit with your neighbors. There will be lots of food and drink with a $5 donation for wine. Valley Springs Area Business Association provides networking and cross-marketing opportunities,promotion of your business or service, events and joint marketing to draw visitors and local shoppers. They are providing solutions with peer to peer support with a focus on collective action for civic improvement.
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Valley Springs Area Business Association Sponsors Supervisors, Judges & Sheriffs Candidates Forum May 12 |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 01:07 PM
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Wallace, CA ...The Valley Springs Area Business Association will be sponsoring a Supervisor, Judge and Sheriff Candidates Forum. On Monday, May 12 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm the Sheriff and Judge candidates will be presented at Better Floor Systems 5476 Hwy 12, Wallace CA. The District 5 Supervisors Forum will be the following evening, Tuesday, May 13 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the same location. If you have any questions you would like answered please feel free to write them down and give to Heather Ugale, Gary Tofanelli or Don Urbanus. Or send to HeatherUgale@UmpquaBank.com, gtofa@yahoo.com, or risingsun@caltel.com Questions will also be accepted at the forum.
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Hwy 4 Ebbetts Pass Opening Day Videos From Sandi Pearce |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/20/2014 12:55 PM
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Lake Alpine, CA...The Sierra Sentry's Sandi Pearce provided some great video footage of the opening of the Ebbetts Pass ofr the summer. Our local Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway is now open for business and visits. One of the great things about living and visiting here is that as the flowers start to fade in the foothills spring is just starting at higher elevations. Spring has officially sprung...
 
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Valley Springs Pulic Utility District Meeting |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 12:50 PM
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Valley Springs, CA ... The Valley Springs Public Utility District will hold it regular meeting on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at 6 pm . The meeting will be held at 150 Sequoia Ave. Valley Springs, CA.
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Calaveras High School Earth Club Ecycling Fundraiser May 31 |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 12:30 PM
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San Andreas, CA ... Calaveras Highs School Earth Club is hosting an opportunity to safely recycle your outdated or broken electronics on Saturday, May 31.The fundraiser will be at 350 High School St. San Andreas, CA from 9 am to 1 pm.
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Physicians for Social Responsibility High School Scholarship Essay Contest Finalists |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 12:26 PM
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| Sacramento, CA ... The Sacramento Chapter of Physicians for Social Responsibility is pleased to announce the finalists in its annual High School Scholarship Essay Contest, open to high school seniors in Sacramento and surrounding counties (Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, San Joaquin, Solano, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba). The prompt for this year's contest is a quotation from the late South Africlan leader and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Nelson Mandela, who said, "Education is the most powerful weapon that you can use to change the world." A total of 185 students entered the contest this year. The finalists were chosen through a rigorous screening process. |
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Jay Joseph Genovese September 21, 1952 - April 13, 2014. |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 12:01 PM
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Angels Camp, CA ... Jay Joseph Genovese, 61, said his final “Goodbyes” to friends and family at his home in Angels Camp, CA on April 13, 2014. Born Sept. 21, 1952 in Monterey, CA to Matteo Genovese and Elizabeth Schwartz, Jay’s passions were fishing and food best shared with friends and family and a good helping of laughter. The adventures of Jay and Susie, his wife and partner of 33 yrs., took them from the Sierras to the Napa Valley, a cattle ranch in North Fork, NV, to fishing in Seward, AK, to Monterey and back home to the foothills of the Sierras. He was a “Man to ride the river with”: a good man and a generous friend. In lieu of services, please plant some poppies in a place that will surprise you, make you smile and remember him.
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Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce 2014 Scholarship Golf Tournament |
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Posted by: Andy_Johnson on 04/20/2014 11:39 AM
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Calaveras County, CA ...The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce their 2014 Scholarship Golf Tournament present by Mark Twain Medical Center will be on Friday, June 27th. This year’s tournament will be held at beautiful Greenhorn Creek Golf Course in Angels Camp. Once again the format will be a four-player scramble with a 1PM Shotgun start. Registration is $100 per player or $475 for a team. Sponsorship opportunities are available, starting at $100 for a hole sponsorship. Tickets can be purchased separately to the Banquet/Dinner/Dance that follows....
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| District Five Supervisor Race |
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| Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jumping Jubilee May 15-18, 2014 |
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Mark Phillips the GM of The Bear Valley Lodge 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. |
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