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GABA Launches into 2014 with Gusto

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/17/2014 08:17 AM

Arnold, CA...Bursting into the new year with gusto, newly elected president of the Greater Arnold Business Association Paul Bertini led a standing room-only crowd Monday night through a brainstorming session of ideas for some innovative new projects and events in 2014. Bertini, a 22-year resident and businessman from Avery, expressed his personal commitment to the members of GABA while calling on the meeting participants to invest “two or three days this year” as volunteers for making the Ebbetts Pass corridor a better place to live, work and shop...

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Governor Brown Declares Drought State of Emergency

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/17/2014 09:52 AM

San Francisco, CA....With California facing water shortfalls in the driest year in recorded state history, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today proclaimed a State of Emergency and directed state officials to take all necessary actions to prepare for these drought conditions. “We can’t make it rain, but we can be much better prepared for the terrible consequences that California’s drought now threatens, including dramatically less water for our farms and communities and increased fires in both urban and rural areas,” said Governor Brown. “I’ve declared this emergency and I’m calling all Californians to conserve water in every way possible.”....

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Black Sheep Winery Scores Gold!!

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/16/2014 09:43 AM

Murphys, CA....Black Sheep Winery of Murphys received high marks for its Zinfandels at the 2014 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. The 2010 Calaveras County Zinfandel was awarded a Double Gold and the 2010 Amador County Zinfandel received a Gold Medal. A Double Gold medal signifies that all the judges on the panel unanimously gave the wine a Gold. The San Francisco Chronicle judging is one of the largest and most prestigious wine competitions in the world...

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Get Your Billion Back at H & R Block

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/16/2014 10:30 AM

Local Vendors Jump at Fair Opportunities

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/16/2014 11:07 AM

Frogtown, USA...Cost-saving incentives encourage local vendors to jump in and be part of the Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee. The May 15-18 event provides great commercial opportunities with discounts up to 20 percent for local companies. Non-profit and commercial vendors can choose outside exhibit areas at Frogtown or be located indoors in Mark Twain Hall or the Floriculture building. Rental rates range from $200 for crafters with handmade items to $1,100 for prime commercial space....

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Make Plans Now to Attend the 2014 Broadband Summit

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/16/2014 12:16 PM

Mark Twain Medical Center Awards $26,000 in Community Grants to Non Profit Organizations

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/16/2014 12:56 PM

San Andreas, CA...Yesterday Mark Twain Medical Center continued their tradition of helping in the community. They held their Annual Awards Luncheon at the hospital where the 6 organizations were chosen to receive grants from a total of 19 who applied. The awardees are: Arc of Amador and Calaveras – (provides support and services to persons with developmental disabilities to encourage mainstream life, work, learning and recreation). Disability Resource Agency for Independent (supports the independence of individuals with disabilities through resources, advocacy and services). Ebbetts Pass Firefighters Association (CPR classes and AED education for community). San Andreas Community Covenant Church (to provide free community meals every Wednesday). Resource Connection - Food Bank (serves 2,523 families-accounting for 17% of the population of Calaveras County). The Volunteer Center (mileage reimbursement to volunteers that provide transportation to vulnerable citizens)...

From left to right: Jeannie Hayward and Michelle Gonzalez, The Resource Connection Food Bank; Beth Stanton, The ARC of Calaveras and Amador; Joy Roberts, Marti Crane and Judy McMurty, The Volunteer Center; Dan Boyce and Gail Hoffman, San Andreas Community Covenant Church; Ron Getter and Lakota, Ebbetts Pass Firefighters Association; Bob Enyeart, The ARC of Calaveras and Amador; Sandra Graham, DRAIL Additional Photos and Video are Below...

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Home Care & Non-Medical Senior Care From Interim Healthcare

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/15/2014 09:30 AM

Jackson, CA... At Interim HealthCare of Jackson, CA, we understand how important it is to have someone you can depend on when you or someone you love wants to stay at home to maintain the highest level of health and independence. Our mission is to improve people’s lives and that is what we do every day. With a broad range of home care expertise, our trained professionals offer comprehensive senior home care & supportive services that are cost-effective and designed to meet the specific needs of each client.

Business Profile...Linton Business Consulting! Make 2014 Your Best Year Yet!

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/15/2014 07:13 PM

Mountain Ranch, CA...A small business owner may assume that professional business consulting is a luxury that only large companies can afford. Linton Consulting offers services that not only fit your budget, but pay for themselves through increased sales and improved efficiency. Please click on the video and watch a short interview with the owner then give them a call at 209 754 9581 and schedule your free initial consultation today!