| Coming Soon... |
| Friday, Dec 13 |
| All Day | 4-H Christmas Tree Lot (Click To Check Times) |
| 05:00 PM | 7th Annual Merry Merchants in Columbia - December 13, 5 to 8 pm |
| 05:00 PM | Lagorio's BBQ Fridays |
| 05:00 PM | "Zucca After Hours is open 5-8 p.m |
| Saturday, Dec 14 |
| All Day | 4-H Christmas Tree Lot (Click To Check Times) |
| 09:00 AM | Breakfast With Santa at Ironstone |
| 10:00 AM | Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 |
| 12:00 PM | A Christmas Parade..Mountain Ranch Style |
| 12:30 PM | Guided Hike, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840 |
| 03:00 PM | 2nd annual Music Fundraiser for upcountry schools |
| 03:00 PM | Symphony of the Sierra Concert |
| 05:00 PM | "Zucca After Hours is open 5-8 p.m |
| 07:00 PM | Wintersports History Program' Decemeber 14 at the Bear Valley Lodge, Cathedral Lounge |
| Sunday, Dec 15 |
| All Day | 4-H Christmas Tree Lot (Click To Check Times) |
| 03:00 AM | Christmas Home Tour |
| 02:00 PM | Mokelumne Hill Holiday Open House |
| 05:00 PM | Petroglyphe Gallery Christmas Reception: Sun, Dec 15, 5-8 PM |
| 05:00 PM | Petroglyphe Gallery Christmas Reception: December 15, 5-8 pm, Mokelumne Hill |
| 05:00 PM | Petroglyphe Gallery Christmas Reception: December 15, 5-8 pm, Mokelumne Hill |
| Monday, Dec 16 |
| All Day | 4-H Christmas Tree Lot (Click To Check Times) |
| 09:30 AM | Mountain Ranch Quilting Group |
| Tuesday, Dec 17 |
| All Day | 4-H Christmas Tree Lot (Click To Check Times) |
| 04:30 PM | Wine Maker's Night at Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 |
| 05:00 PM | Angels Camp Weight Watchers |
| Wednesday, Dec 18 |
| All Day | 4-H Christmas Tree Lot (Click To Check Times) |
| 05:30 PM | Spaghetti Western Dinner and Movie, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1401 |
| 06:30 PM | Overeaters Anonymous |
| Thursday, Dec 19 |
| All Day | 4-H Christmas Tree Lot (Click To Check Times) |
| 10:00 AM | Preschool Storytime and Art Activity |
| 04:30 PM | FREE MEAL AT RRF SCHOOL |
| 06:00 PM | Debtors Anonymous |
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It's Hobbit Time at Angels Six Theatre. Hobbit Double Feature at 8:45pm. Desolation of Smaug at Midnight |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 05:46 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...Angels Camp, CA...Angels 6 Theatres in historic Angels Camp is the best place to see a movie in the Mother Lode. The second in a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien, "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" continues the adventure of the title character Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) as he journeys with the Wizard Gandalf (Ian McKellen) and thirteen Dwarves, led by Thorin Oakenshield (Richard Armitage) on an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor.
Check Out the Latest Movies at Angels 6 Theatres Above! |
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Sequester We Hardly Knew Ye By Congressman Tom McClintock |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 07:45 PM
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Washington, DC...The great irony of the Republican decision to bust the budget sequester is that barely two months ago, congressional roles were reversed. The Democrats insisted on funding the government according to existing law. The Republicans sought one simple change: that the individual insurance mandate under Obamacare be delayed for one year. They were trying to spare the American people the Obamacare disaster that is now unfolding, but to no avail. The American people sided overwhelmingly with the Democrats on the principle that the government should be funded according to current law without any side issues...
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The New Year of Obamacare Address By Congressman Tom McClintock |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 07:37 PM
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Washington, D.C...December 11, 2013, "Mr. Speaker: A great tragedy is now unfolding across America as we prepare for the New Year. Millions of Americans are losing their health plans; millions more are facing staggering price increases; millions more are having hours cut or seeing their salaries pared back at work because of Obamacare.
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Caltrans District 10 Road Report for the week of 12/15/2013 - 12/21/2013 |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 07:10 PM
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Stockton, CA...There are several road operations that will affect traffic in our coverage area. In Calaveras starting on December 18 on Hwy 4, Begin:Horseshoe Drive (Right) End: Tipton House RoadRestriction: One-way traffic control Reason: Crack Seal Operation. In Tuolumne County starting on December 16th on Hwy 49. "Begin: Cemetery Road End: Fifth Avenue Restriction: Right shoulder, Reason: Shoulder Work". "Begin: Solinski Street, End: Ponderosa Drive, Restriction: #1 of 2 lanes, right shoulder, Reason: Utility Work". On Hwy 120 staring on the 16th. "Begin: Jacksonville Road, End: State Route 49, Restriction: Right shoulder, Reason: Utility Work". "Begin: Yosemite Lakes Drive, End: Cherry Valley Road/Sweetwater Road, Restriction: One-way traffic control, Reason: Crack Seal Operation". "Begin: South Fork Tuolumne River, End: Yosemite Lakes Drive. Restriction: One-way traffic control, Reason: Crack Seal Operation". In Amador on Hwy 88 starting on the 16th. "Begin: Bamert, Road (Left), End: Jackson Valley Road, Restriction: One-way traffic control, Reason: Bridge Work". "Begin: Past Mud Spring Sand House/Cat Creek Road, End: Amador/Alpine County Line, Restriction: Intermittent #1 of 2 lanes, Reason: Maintenance Operation". The entire District 10 report is enclosed....
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Sheriff's Office Investigating Parental Abduction. Could Possibly Visit Tuolumne |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 04:53 PM
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Minden, NV...Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a parental abduction of two children, missing since November 21, 2013. According to reports, Kathryn Ann Moore (44 years old from Wellington, NV) was scheduled to appear in District Court for the scheduled child exchange of 5 year old Patricia Brite Read and 2 year old William Jesse Moore, to their father Richard Read (Gardnerville, NV), who has joint custody of the children. Kathryn did not appear in court for this exchange. Attempts to contact Kathryn have been unsuccessful and a recent visit to her home has indicated that she has left with the children.
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Chicken Barn Fundraiser for Mark Twain Elementary School |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 04:46 PM
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Angels Camp, CA... Roy and Amy Bradley invite you to experience the fabulously fresh taste the Chicken Barn has to offer with this weeks specials at their Angels Camp store while helping the kids at Mark Twain Elementary 6th Grade Science Camp! Come in today and mention thepinetree.net and the kids get 20% - fabulous!
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Holiday Specials at Gold Country Roasters! |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 04:09 PM
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Murphys, CA... Gold Country Roasters is decked out for the holidays and stocked with lots of quality gift items for the coffee lovers on your list! Come in and warm up with a Pumpkin Spice or Eggnog Latte, a Peppermint Mocha or a Cinnamon Dolce and take care of your holiday shopping needs at the same time! We carry a full line of coffee brewing, storage and serving accessories such as ceramic and insulated stainless steel desktop and travel mugs, vacuum bean storage containers, Aeropress and Toddy coffee makers, French Presses, coffee scoops, filters, and more! Plus a large selection of fresh roasted coffee beans from Indonesia, Central and South America and Africa, including some new organic choices. Special Offer – buy any retail gift item and receive a ¼ lb decorative gift pack of your favorite coffee absolutely free!
Open 7 days a week at 78 Scott St., Murphys, CA (209) 728-8634 www.goldcountryroasters.com
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Tioga & Glacier Point Roads Closed for Winter |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 03:57 PM
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| Yosemite, CA...The series of storm systems that passed through the Yosemite Area over the last several weeks have resulted in heavy snow accumulation throughout the park. Due to snowy and icy conditions, the Tioga and Glacier Point Roads in Yosemite National Park are closed for the season. These roads close each fall and remain closed throughout the winter months until weather conditions permit reopening in the spring next year... |
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Major Injuries in Hwy 49 Accident South of Stevenot Bridge |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 03:46 PM
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Tuttletown, CA...On December 11 at 4:15pm a 55 year old Tuolumne man was driving southbound on Hwy 49 south of the Calaveras County line, at approximately 60 mph. A 55 year old Sonora woman was driving northbound in her 2004 Toyota at 55mph. For an unknown reason, the Tuolumne man allowed his 2003 Toyota to travel over the double yellow lines, across the northbound lane and into the east shoulder...
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Coyote Karaoke |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 03:24 PM
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Angels Camp, CA... Coyote Karaoke brings Karaoke to Calaveras County and beyond. Great for wedding, celebrations, parties, corporate gatherings and more check out our website inside...
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Calaveras County Sheriff's Logs for December 6-12 2013 |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 02:45 PM
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San Andreas, CA.....The latest activity logs from the Calaveras County Sheriff's Department are enclosed. The mission of the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Department is to provide competent, effective public safety services to all persons with the highest regard for human dignity through efficient, professional, and ethical law enforcement and crime prevention practices. As the chief law enforcement officer of the County, the Sheriff is responsible to: preserve the peace and prevent crime; investigate public offenses which have been committed; arrest persons who attempt to commit or who have committed a public offense; attend to the courts and act as the court crier; obey the lawful orders and directions of the courts held within the County; take charge of the County jail and the prisoners in it; and serve all process and notices in the manner prescribed by law....
We would like to Thank Signal Service for Sponsoring our Law Enforcement Category! |
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Traffic Update...Rollover Accident On Hwy 49 |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 02:19 PM
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| Jackson, CA.....Crews are working a rollover accident on Hwy 49 and Industry. The subjects are out of the vehicle but please use caution and expect delays in the area until the incident clears.... |
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Arnold Ace Home Center Has Your Gifts Ready |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 02:04 PM
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Arnold, CA...Arnold Ace Home Center has pages and pages of great gifts for everyone on your list. Just click below for a pdf full of savings...
Click Above For the Complete Ad. Take It With You On Your Phone and Shop Away |
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New Deputy Forest Supervisor Selected for the Stanislaus National Forest |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 01:52 PM
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Sonora, Calif. (December 12, 2013)… Scott Tangenberg, who currently works as a District Ranger at the Mountaintop Ranger District on the San Bernardino National Forest, will be the new Deputy Forest Supervisor on the Stanislaus National Forest in Sonora, California. "Scott is known for building coalitions, and working collaboratively with partners,” said Stanislaus Forest Supervisor Susan Skalski. “He will be a great addition to our leadership team.” ...
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FMCSA’s Operation Quick Strike Removed 52 Unsafe Bus Companies From the Road |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2013 01:42 PM
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Washington, DC...The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced today that 52 bus companies and 340 vehicles were put out of business and removed from the road as a result of Operation Quick Strike, an eight-month intensified effort to shut down unsafe motorcoach companies. “Bus travel is increasingly popular because it is a convenient, inexpensive option for students, groups and families,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. “But it must also be safe. Through Operation Quick Strike and our regular enforcement efforts, we’re shutting down companies that put passengers at risk and educating the public on safe motorcoach travel.”
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Traffic Update...Non-Injury School Bus Accident |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/12/2013 12:59 PM
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| Sonora, CA....Crews are working a non-injury accident on Mono Way & Sanguinetti. CHP is reporting it as a school bus vs vehicle. Please expect delays in the area until the incident clears.... |
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Sierra Nevada Keg Tapping This Thursday At Alchemy |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/12/2013 12:40 PM
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Murphys, CA...Please join us for a pint or few this Thursday, December 12, between the hours of 5 and 7:30, for the tapping of three special Sierra Nevada beers: Celebration, Narwhal Stout, and DevESTATEtion Black IPA. Your first pint of one of these beers comes with a free Sierra Nevada Celebration pint glass. A Sierra Nevada representative will be here to talk beer or answer questions...
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Drug Cuts Breast Cancer Cases by More Than 50 per cent in High Risk Women |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/12/2013 12:27 PM
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London, UK....Taking the breast cancer drug anastrozole for five years reduced the chances of post-menopausal women at high risk of breast cancer developing the disease by 53 per cent compared with women who took a placebo, according to a study published in the Lancet today.
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Traffic Update...Vehicle Accident on Mountain Ranch Road. |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/12/2013 11:54 AM
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Mountain Ranch, CA...Crews are working an accident on Mountain Ranch Road and Rocky Road. CHP doesn't say it specifically but this may be from slick conditions in the area. There was an accident yesterday in this location as well. Lets be careful out there....
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USFS Announces Seasonal Forest Road and Trail Closures |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/12/2013 11:47 AM
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Sonora, Calif...The Forest Service announced today that most Forest roads and trails will be closed to public travel from December 16, 2013 through April 14, 2014. “It is that time of year when the roads and trails are too wet to travel on without causing damage to the soil and the roads and trails themselves,” said Public Services Program Leader Sue Warren. “Due to recent low snow and rain, some roads may be gated now to provide for safe travel. Contact your local Ranger District office before traveling on the Forest.”
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Top Family-friendly Picks for Winter Activities ~ CVB Feature |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/12/2013 11:32 AM
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Calaveras County is one of those great winter spots in California where you can have full-on snow fun at higher elevations, or completely avoid it all together at lower elevations. Of course, there’s those of us who enjoy both, in which case…sledding in the morning, hiking lakeside by afternoon. Here are some of our favorite family-friendly ways to enjoy winter in Calaveras...
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Dr. Angela Fairchilds Selected President for Columbia College |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/12/2013 10:18 AM
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Columbia, CA.. Dr. Angela Fairchilds has accepted an offer by the Yosemite Community College District (YCCD) Board of Trustees to become the new president of Columbia College effective February 1, 2014. Fairchilds will succeed Interim Columbia College President Dr. Leslie Buckalew. Newly elected YCCD Board Chair Dr. Lynn Martin formally announced Dr. Fairchilds as Columbia College’s next President at the YCCD Board of Trustees meeting. The decision was unanimous. “I am thrilled to be selected as the next President of Columbia College. I appreciate the YCCD Board of Trustees and Chancellor Smith giving me this opportunity,” commented Fairchilds on the announcement....
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Woman Jailed for Using Stolen Checks & More |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/12/2013 10:03 AM
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Sonora, CA....On 12/10/13 Tuolumne County Deputies were conducting an investigation into fraudulent checks being written at Tractor Supply in East Sonora, and CVS Pharmacy in the Junction Shopping Center. Their investigation led them to an address on Blue Bell East. At the residence they contacted several people including the 25 year old suspect, Darlene McNaul. The Deputies investigation uncovered that numerous checks were stolen from an 88 year old females,residence on Curtis Circle in Sonora. McNaul then forged checks at CVC Pharmacy on two occasions obtaining approximately five hundred dollars in merchandise, and once at Tractor Supply obtaining another approximately five hundred dollars in merchandise...
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Traffic Update...Major Injury Head on Collision Sr12 / Southworth Rd. Updated with CHP Release |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/09/2013 11:01 AM
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Valley Springs, CA...(We have added the CHP Release to a previous story.) Crews are working and Hwy 12 is shut down to extract victims of a major injury accident. There are two trapped parties in separate vehicles...Update...As of 11:45am the roadway is now open in both directions again. We have added the CHP release to this incident. We hope everyone has a speedy recovery
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Christian Family Learning Centers Christmas Play "Operation Christmas Child" |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/05/2013 01:50 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...Christian Family Learning Centers Christmas Play "Operation Christmas Child" The Play is FREE to everyone and is the school's way to give back and spread the love of God...
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Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials & It's Time For Beef Rib Roast! |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/11/2013 11:41 PM
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Angels Camp & Murphys, CA... Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service, Great Prices for your Hometown Holiday Meals and Entertaining. This week we feature Creekstone Angus, Cradled Beef Rib Roast. Order yours today and we will preseason it, tie it and make sure yours is perfectly oven ready for your Christmas feast.
Fool Proof Recipe from the Corti Brothers in Sacramento
Preheat your oven to 500 degrees or the highest it will go. Salt and pepper the natural fat covering the roast. Place the roast, rib bone side down, in a roasting pan. Place the roast in the pre-heated oven. After 15 minutes reduce the heat to 350 degrees. Keep the oven door closed while cooking, or heat and smoke will escape. Allow 15 minutes per pound for rare (120°), 20 minutes for medium (135°), and 25 minutes for well done (150°). Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes. Carve and enjoy with any of our awesome local Zinfandels!
Ten days left in our campaign to raise funds for the food bank. So far you have given more than $700 in donations & countless cans of food. .
Holiday Liquor Special
Save 10% when you buy 2 or more bottles. We already have the best prices in town!
 
 
Click Above For Their Weekly Savings. Do you know you can now text your deli orders to the stores? For Sierra Hills Market the number is 209-753-7115. For Angels Food Market the number is (209)-753-7331. Now that is easy!! Senior Days now Tuesdays and Wednesdays! |
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Murphys RV Storage On Planning Commission Agenda For Thursday |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/11/2013 11:41 PM
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| San Andreas, CA...The controversial RV Storage facility proposed near Forest Meadows is on the Calaveras County Planning Commission meeting agenda. For those of you wishing to get additional information or to weigh in the meeting starts at 9:00am in the Board of Supervisors Chambers... |
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Traffic Update...SUV vs Power Pole Near Pardini Pl / Baldwin St |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/11/2013 08:29 PM
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Valley Springs, CA...Crews are working an SUV vs power pole accident near Pardini Pl / Baldwin St. The pole and power lines are down in the roadway. There are reports of power outages in the area as well. Lets be careful out there...
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Attorney General Announces Arrest of Revenge Porn Website Operator |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/11/2013 08:14 PM
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San Francisco, CA...Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today announced the arrest of the alleged owner and operator of a revenge porn website who facilitated the posting of more than 10,000 sexually explicit photos and extorted victims for as much as $350 each to remove the illicit content.
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Traffic Update..Solo Vehicle Rollover on Mountain Ranch Road |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/11/2013 05:19 PM
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Mountain Ranch, CA...Crews are working a rollover vehicle accident on Mountain Ranch Road and Rocky Road. CHP is reporting the vehicle rolled two times off the roadway....
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Traffic Update...Major Injury Accident on Hwy 49 South os Stevenot Bridge |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/11/2013 05:14 PM
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| New Melones, CA...Crews are working a major injury accident South of the Stevenot Bridge on Hwy 49. The engine and transmission were completely knocked out of one of the vehicles. Please use caution in the area.... |
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Valley Springs Tree lighting ~ By Kristyl Galli |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/11/2013 09:25 AM
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Valley Springs, CA... of the "best overall" winners for the Valley Springs parade when they announced them at the tree lighting at the Terrace.
From left to right: District 1 Supervisor Cliff Edson, Top Hat Studio Dancers Kandilyn Galli-Berg, Jolee Gularte and Riley Van Buren, and Valley Springs Area Business associate Heather Ugale.
I also attached a picture of Maria Behm Singing to Kandilyn Galli-Berg and Jolee Gularte. |
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What has happened to our region? ~Letter To The Editor By Charles E Dudley Jr |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/11/2013 08:57 AM
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| Jackson, CA...It used to be back in the day we could call our neighbors and others in the region out on their politics, values, morals and ethics with NO repercussions besides our region becoming stronger as a whole? So what happened? What started the down hill trend where now even some of the old timers just shake their heads and allow those moving into the region to set precedence over what happens in our region? |
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Breakfast With Santa at Ironstone |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/03/2013 10:16 AM
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Murphys, CA...Ironstone Vineyard's Breakfast with Santa is December 14th. This is a fun-filled breakfast with a craft corner for kids, photos with Santa and a wagon ride with our Belgian horses. There are seatings at 9am and 11am. For reservations call 209.728.1251
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Calaveras County Sheriff Volunteers Promoted |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/10/2013 08:16 PM
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San Andreas, CA....Calaveras County Sheriff Gary Kuntz and Sheriff Captain Jim Macedo have promoted Betty Miner to the position of volunteer captain and Ed Anderson to volunteer lieutenant. Also promoted to the rank of sergeant were Bob Fienberg and Ralph Carlascio. Under the new structure, Captain Miner will administer the overall volunteer program and oversee coordination with the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Department. In addition, she will monitor the Board of Directors, conduct background checks on potential volunteers, over-see the volunteer unit’s secretary, treasurer and information officer...
Pictured with Calaveras County Sheriff Captain Jim Macedo, who conducted the swearing-in ceremony during the December volunteer meeting, are Sergeant Bob Fienberg, Lieutenant Ed Anderson Sergeant Ralph Carlascio and Captain Betty Miner.
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A Chill In The Air But Warm Hearts and Communty For Murphys Open House |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/10/2013 02:29 PM
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Murphys, CA....On Friday evening Murphys held their annual open house and Christmas Parade. It was a festive and merry night for all ages. The cold temps prevented a few floats from making an appearance but there were still plenty of entrants including several Santa's (I really wish I could multi-task as well as St. Nick.). The Murphys Business Association organized another great event with the streets closed and outdoor fireplaces all along Main Street and several thousand people out and about raised the holiday cheer level. Most of the businesses were open and had specials and events offered for their visitors...
Photos Above and Video Is Enclosed...
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Fire Update...Structure Fire Reported in Bear Valley |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/10/2013 01:42 PM
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| Bear Valley, CA...A structure fire has been reported in Bear Valley. More to follow if needed.... |
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Donate Coats for Local Kids at The Pickle Patch and They Will Give You A FREE LUNCH |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/10/2013 01:23 PM
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San Andreas, CA....The Pickle Patch Coat Drive to benefit the children of San Andreas, Rail Road, West Point and Moke Hill Elementary Schools is on now! Just bring a childs size New Jacket to the Pickle Patch and they will trade you for a free lunch. Thank you to all...
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Traffic Update...Roads Still Skating Rinks in Many Areas |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/10/2013 01:18 PM
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| San Andreas, CA...It's still slick out there with numerous calls for increased sanding. At the risk of being redundant, shaded areas will still most likely be icy. There are a couple of non-injury accidents including a vehicle into a tree in Tuolumne County. In Valley Springs something a bit unique a big rig with a flat bed trailer lost a large beam on Hwy 26/Quail Oaks Road. He might figure out it is missing at some point.... |
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Fiscal Projections for California Welcomed by Counties with Past Due Monies Owed |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/10/2013 12:41 PM
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Sacramento, CA...The recent projections by the Legislative Analyst Office (LAO) showing a $5.6 billion reserve at the end of 2014-15 was welcome news to the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC). RCRC has urged the State to include past due Department of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) payments in the 2014-15 Budget, and this report provides increased optimism that the State will honor its overdue obligations to California counties...
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“Basic Economic Development Issues for High Tech Startups in Calaveras County” John MacWillie To Address CCEDC Meeting December 11 |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/10/2013 12:23 PM
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San Andreas, CA....The CCEDC has a guest speaker at the Wednesday, December 11, 2013, 2:00pm meeting of the Calaveras County Economic Development Company, (CCEDC). The meeting will be in the classrooms of Mark Twain Medical Center. The speaker is John MacWillie. He lived in Calaveras County during his youth, graduating from Calaveras High School. He has recently moved back to the county. He has been an executive in the software industry for thirty years and is leading a web-based technology startup currently out raising venture capital funding. The company is looking at placing many of its operations to Calaveras County. The title of Johns talk is: “Basic Economic Development Issues for High Tech Startups in Calaveras County” ...
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Bear Valley To Open This Weekend 2013-14 season kicks off first Saturday and Sunday with special $39 daily price |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/10/2013 12:06 PM
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Bear Valley, Calif., (December 10, 2013) – Recent winter storms and excellent snow making conditions have provided the necessary coverage to allow Bear Valley Mountain to open this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, December 14 and 15. The inaugural weekend kicks off with special pricing of $39 for adult and teen lift tickets the first two days. Full day and single lesson packages will be offered and can be booked online at www.bearvalley.com. This weekend, Bear Valley is planning to open Kuma and Cub chair lifts providing access to beginner and intermediate terrain. Day Lodge services will open at 8:30 a.m. with lifts turning from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The mountain will close Monday, December 16 through Thursday, December 19 and reopen Friday, December 20 for daily operations.. New this year, Bear Valley is offering a $99 college season pass for qualified students, on sale through December 20...
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The Country Cloth is Moving....Big Year End Sale! |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/10/2013 11:01 AM
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Angels Camp, CA...THE COUNTRY CLOTH IS MOVING! After 33 years in the same location, we will close our current shop on December 31 & re-open on January 10 at 330 N Main St in Angels Camp, in the Mark Twain Shopping Center across the driveway from Umpqua Bank. We are looking forward to the new location & a fresh start of the new year! Our hours will remain the same, only the location will change. END OF THE YEAR SALE. DECEMBER 31. 3 HOURS ONLY. 10AM TO 1PM. 40% OFF ALL FABRIC IN STOCK
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Lets Be Careful Out There and Maintain Traction |
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Posted by: John_Hamilton on 12/10/2013 09:44 AM
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Live Coverage: Nelson Mandela Memorial Service |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/10/2013 09:21 AM
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South Africa...This is the official national memorial service for former president Nelson Mandela, who died on Thursday December 5, 2013, at the age of 95. An estimated 90 world leaders and additional members of royal families and international celebrities, along with thousands of members of the general public are attending the event. The memorial service is at FNB Stadium, Johannesburg....see more at www.sabc.co.za/mandela
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Winter Drives December 6,7 & 8 With Sandi Pearce |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/10/2013 09:04 AM
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Dorrington, CA...We would like to thank Sandi Pearce from Sierra Sentry for the videos below. The show what a difference a day can make. In this instance...three days.
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The 21st Annual Dorrington Christmas Tree Lighting With Pictures and Video |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/10/2013 08:38 AM
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Dorrington, CA...The 21st Annual Dorrington Christmas Tree Lighting filled the Dorrington Hotel parking lot with people, music, Santa, cookies, hot chocolate, carriage rides and good cheer.
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Middleton's Brand Source 2013 Year End Furniture & Mattress Sale!! |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 11/21/2013 03:16 PM
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Angels Camp, CA....Middleton's Brand Source 2013 Year-End Furniture and Mattress Sale. Saveing up to 30% off Regular Priced In-Stock Furniture and Mattresses. Sale Ends December 31st. Excludes Tempurpedic, Sale Items, and Prior Sales, Special Orders. Special Financing Available or ask about our New Lease To Own Program. Special Pricing on Appliances and HDTC Too!!!
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Traffic Update...Overturned Vehicle Sr49 / Marshes Flat Rd |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/09/2013 06:01 PM
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Coulterville, CA....Crews are working an overturned vehicle accident on Sr49 / Marshes Flat Rd. Details are a bit unclear but it may be a pickup vs a utility truck accident. Lets be careful out there...
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Take the Worry Out of Your Home Remodel by Following These Simple Steps |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 12/09/2013 04:59 PM
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Calaveras County, CA...When we are out meeting with potential customers to talk about their vision for their home, we are often faced with a situation where the potential customer has no idea what they are getting themselves into! A home improvement project can be a daunting task, but it should also be enjoyable. A lot of the time homeowners are unsure about the length of time it may take to complete their home remodel. Unexpected problems, if any, that may occur. And, most importantly, the cost of it all...
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Created on 02/22/2006 11:32 PM by thepinetree
Updated on 11/15/2012 04:26 AM by thepinetree
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| Local Economic Development |
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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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