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Sonora Pass Closed For Winter... Ebbetts Pass Closed but May Reopen!

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/21/2017 12:47 PM

Alpine, Tuolumne, Mono and Inyo Counties – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the seasonal closure of Sonora Pass (SR-108) due to accumulations of snow and ice on this route.

Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor Chris Baker encountered 8" of snow covering a thick sheet of ice that stopped his progress at about 8,000' on the Sonora Pass with snow falling and deeper drifts ahead. Photo credit: Chris Baker

Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor stops above upper Cascade Falls to inspect the snow-covered route below Ebbetts Pass. Photo credit: Clinton Neeley

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Celebrating over 150 Years as Part of Your Community

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/21/2017 02:23 PM

Angels Camp, CA...Since 1867, we've believed in giving back to the communities that we serve in the form of donations, community involvement and volunteer time. Our employees are your friends and neighbors. We believe in working hard to make our communities a better place to live.

Inmate Death at Mule Creek State Prison Under Investigation

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/19/2017 01:25 PM

Ione, CA...Mule Creek State Prison (MCSP) officials are investigating the death of an inmate as a possible homicide. Inmate Wayne Bradley, 50, was found unresponsive in his cell at approximately 2:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 18. Custody and medical staff immediately responded, but Bradley was pronounced dead at the scene. Prison officials have named Bradley’s cellmate, Everett McCoy, 35, as a suspect.

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Traffic Update...Head on Vehicle vs Motorcycle Near Stoney Creek Road & Argonaut Lane

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/19/2017 01:33 PM

Jackson, CA...CHP is reporting a head on vehicle vs motorcycle collision near Stoney Creek Road and Argonaut Lane. Medi-Flight ordered...let's pray this one doesn't turn into a fatal. Please use caution in the area. Update...Luckily this one has been downgraded to minor injury...

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Tis the Season as Chain Controls in Effect on Local Highways

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/17/2017 08:12 AM

Arnold, CA...The precipitation and the nip in the air is bring snow to the high country. Sonora, Ebbetts & Tioga Passes are closed. Ebbetts is closed at the east end of Lake Alpine, Sonora is closed 26.4 miles of Strawberry or just over a marathon's length from Strawberry. Chain controls from Tamarack on up Hwy 4, 8.7 miles past Strawberry on Hwy 108 and from 6.3 Miles east of Ham's Station on Hwy 88. Drive Safe out there...

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Caltrans District 10 Road Report & Repair Schedule Through November 25th

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/16/2017 07:02 PM

Angels Camp, CA...The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of the possible repairs. Weather and other factors can alter their schedule.

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Find Your Perfect Fall Outfit at The Clothes Mine!

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/16/2017 08:37 PM

Angels Camp, CA...Foxcroft wrinkle free plaid shirts, warm vests and cozy sweater coats at The Clothes Mine in Angels Camp! With so many new arrivals, we can help you find your perfect fall outfit. Stop by to see us in the Angels Towne Center. We're open 10am-6pm Monday thru Saturday, and we'll be open on Sundays starting November 26th! Stop by or give us a call, 209.890.7532. We look forward to seeing you!

Winter is Here, at Least for the Next Few Days.

Posted by: thepinetree on 11/15/2017 07:28 AM

Arnold, CA...Winter has arrived along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada according to the National Weather Service. Today Rain at lower elevations...and rain and snow at higher elevations. Highs 35 to 50 higher elevations...44 to 59 lower elevations. No snow accumulation lower elevations...3 to 5 inches higher elevations. Snow level 6500 feet increasing to above 8000 feet in the afternoon. Prevailing southeast winds 10 to 20 mph, gusts up to 55 mph in the afternoon. Over ridges...prevailing southwest winds 15 to 30 mph increasing to 25 to 45 mph in the afternoon with gusts up to 65 mph. Tonight At lower elevations, heavy rain. At higher elevations, heavy rain and heavy snow in the evening, then heavy rain after midnight. Windy. Lows 29 to 43 higher elevations...41 to 47 lower elevations. Snow accumulation 2 to 4 inches. Snow level above 8000 feet. Prevailing south winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts to around 60 mph...except southwest 30 to 50 mph with gusts to around 75 mph over ridges.