Christmas in White Pines Parade of Lights Keeps Growing & Growing
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/13/2018 07:45 PM
White Pines, CA...(Not Arnold)...On the Friday after Thanksgiving it is becoming a tradition for locals and visitors to line the sides of Blagen Road to welcome in the Christmas Season. Santa & Mrs. Claus attend so all the young ones can get a picture taken and get those gift requests in. After Santa's visit things really get festive as the parade of lights fills White Pines. It was raining this year that while it didn't dampen the crowds or enthusiasm it did make some of the pictures less than stellar. A few shots and parade video are below.
Former Mountain Ranch Realty Owner Bill Schmiett Has Passed Away at 66
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/13/2018 08:31 PM
Mountain Ranch, CA...The following was written by Doug Schmiett the brother of Bill Schmiett. Broge is dead. Long live Broge. It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my brother Bill Schmiett. He passed away this morning (Dec 11). His battle with liver disease is over. He died with his wife and best friend, Julie, by his side. He battled with resolve until the very end. Bill made 66 trips around the sun.
The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally for the Holidays!
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2018 06:59 AM
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA...The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally! Back in the early 90’s, when Shawn was selling out of the back of his truck as “The Eddy Mart”, the most important items to have on hand were life jackets, river shorts, sandals and river knives. Oh yes, and a few things the rafting customers would want, t-shirts, hats, sunscreen, etc. It became obvious that The Eddy Mart was getting too big to operate out of a garage when the whitewater kayaks came. It was time for a storefront. That’s when providence arrived on the scene.
Washington, DC...The holidays are a time for gathering and celebrating with family and friends, gift-giving, reflection and thanks. To commemorate this time of year, the U.S. Census Bureau joins in the fun with a list of holiday-related facts and figures from its vast collection of statistics. Every Day is Christmas in Noel, Mo. Places with festive names include a dozen named Holly — Mount Holly, N.C. (population 15,635), and Holly Springs, Miss. (7,621), among them. There is also Snowflake, Ariz. (population 5,753); Santa Claus town, Ind. (2,411); North Pole, Alaska (2,101); Noel, Mo. (1,817); and — remember Santa’s reindeer — Dasher, Ga. (991), and Rudolph, Wis. (424).
Calaveras Community Foundation Announces Annual Competitive Grants Period for 2019
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2018 05:01 PM
San Andreas, CA...Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) continues to focus on initiatives for 2019’s grant giving. The three initiatives are: Seniors, Youth, and Community Enrichment. Funding for these grants is from the Foundation’s General Grant Fund. A detailed explanation of these initiatives and grant criteria may be viewed on CCF’s website: www.calaverascommunityfoundation.org. Applications will begin to be accepted on January 1, 2019 and must be submitted to CCF ONLY via email by 5:00 PM on Friday, January 25, 2019. @info@calaverascommunityfoundation.org
Reserve Your Standing Rib Roast Today at Sierra Hills or Angels Food Markets!
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/12/2018 08:20 PM
Murphys & Angels Camp, CA...Reserve Your Standing Rib Roast Today at Sierra Hills or Angels Food Markets! Creekstone Farms 100% Angus Beef Standing Rib Roast. Top 1/3 Choice $9.99 lb. Prime Grade $13.99 lb. We will prepare and trim your roast to size, and ready for the oven! Seasoned if you like at no extra cost. Special Orders Welcome. Seafood, Poultry, Pork, Beef. Give us a call to make your Holiday meal the best! Call Angels Food Market Meat Department at 209.736.0117, or Call Sierra Hills Meat Department at 209.728.3402 ext. 306
It's Time for Holiday Kindness from Mark Twain Medical Center
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/11/2018 08:29 AM
San Andreas, CA...Mark Twain Medical Center is a major provider of health care services and a major source of jobs for area residents. Founded in 1951, Mark Twain Medical Center is a 25-bed, critical access hospital providing inpatient acute care, outpatient services and emergency services; including three Specialty Care Centers and five community Medical Centers. Our Medical Staff represents a broad range of specialties that ensure access to high quality medical care in a rural community.
Found Dog In Murphys in Forest Meadows...Update...Owner Reunited with Pet!
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/11/2018 10:20 PM
Murphys, CA...From a reader..."My husband and I found a sweet male medium sized dog that looks like a mini Aussie. We are keeping him safe at our home but would like to reunite him with his owner. We will have him checked for a chip. Was wearing a collar with no tags. Found in Forest Meadows on Dogwood Dr. Contact Ty at 209-420-8067 or Stacey at 562-777-5996"
A Bit of Everything in the Weather Week Ahead
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/10/2018 05:40 AM
Arnold, CA...We will have a bit of everything this week along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. According to NWS Sacramento our outlook is... Today Mostly cloudy. At lower elevations, a chance of rain showers. At higher elevations, a chance of snow showers in the morning, then a chance of rain and snow showers in the afternoon. Highs 33 to 48 higher elevations...46 to 54 lower elevations. No snow accumulation lower elevations...up to 1 inch higher elevations. Snow level 5000 feet increasing to 6000 feet in the afternoon. Prevailing south winds up to 10 mph. Tonight Mostly clear. At higher elevations, a slight chance of rain and snow showers in the evening, then a slight chance of snow showers after midnight. Colder. Lows 18 to 33 higher elevations...31 to 40 lower elevations. Prevailing east winds up to 15 mph.
