Friday, December 31, 2021

Betty White dies at 99


                                            Betty White has died.      She was 99 years old.

Thursday, December 30, 2021

Couple fighting causes crash on Hwy 4

       December 30, 2021 at 2 PM:  A collision has been reported apparently caused by a couple in the car fighting.

   Vehicle was going side to side before crash on Hwy 4 at Angels Road in  Vallecito.

Another jack-knifed big rig in Arnold

    December 30, 2021 at 1:35 PM:  A big rig has jack-knifed on Hwy 4 at Upper Moran Road in Arnold.

   Vehicles are somewhat able to get through.  CHP is responding.  A heavy duty tow has been dispatched.

Ace truck blocking Hwy 4

   December 30, 2021 at 1 PM:  The Ace delivery truck has spun out and is blocking the intersection at Dunbar Road and Hwy 4 in Arnold.

   Traffic is backed up.  Be extra cautious in that area. 

Wednesday, December 29, 2021

Spin out at Big Trees

    December 29, 2021 at 1:55 PM:  A Toyota has spun out on Hwy 4 at Big Trees State Park.

    It is now stuck in the snow. Be extra cautious until it can be cleared.

Lines down on Thunderbolt Trail

    December 29, 2021 at 11:30 AM:  Lines are down on Thunderbolt Trail in Arnold.

    Avoid the area until crews can clear the roadway. 

Power lines down on Greensboro Way

    December 29, 2021 at 11:20 AM:  Power lines are reportedly down on Greensboro Way in Arnold.

    Avoid the area until roadway can be cleared. 

Spinout on Hwy 4

    December 29, 2021 at 10:30 AM:  Two cars have reportedly spun out on Hwy 4 at Meadowview Road in Arnold.

   Both are now stuck in the snow and the roadway is blocked.

Power lines down on Grenoble

    December 29, 2021 at 10:05 AM:  A tree has reportedly fallen and brought down power lines on Grenoble Drive in Arnold.

   Avoid the area until cleared.

Another tree down in Arnold

    December 29, 2021 at 10 AM:  A tree is reportedly down on a power pole on Innsbruck and Mokelumne Drive in Arnold.

   Avoid the area until crews can clear the roadway.

John Madden dies

 


Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Collision avoiding lines down

    December 28, 2021 at 11:05 AM:  A vehicle has reportedly slid off Bald Mountain Road in West Point avoiding lines that are down in the roadway.

   No injuries have been indicated, but the vehicle is now stuck. A tow truck is responding.

Tree and lines down on Hwy 4

    UPDATE:  Entire roadway now closed in order to clear.

PG&E has finally arrived in Arnold

    December 28, 2021 at 9:20 AM:  A small parade of PG&E vehicles has now arrived in Arnold.

    Hopefully they will work to restore power to subdivisions with trees and lines down.

Chains required in Murphys

    December 28, 2021 at 9:05 AM:  Caltrans has reopened Hwy 4 to Bear Valley.

   Chains are required above Murphys. Do not attempt to come up the mountain unprepared.

Trees and wires down on Meadow Drive in Arnold

   December 28, 2021 at 9 AM:  Trees and wires reportedly down on Meadow Drive in Arnold.

   PG&E has been notified. Avoid the area.

Tree down on Blue Lake Springs Drive-Power in downtown Arnold

   December 28, 2021 at 8:45 AM:  A tree is down on Blue Lake Springs Drive in Arnold.  Moran has been cleared, though.

  Stay home if possible.  There is power in downtown Arnold. It does appear that Hwy 4 has re-opened to Bear Valley.

Monday, December 27, 2021

Hwy 4 CLOSED

    December 27, 2021 at 9:55 AM:  Hwy 4 is now closed at Moran Road above Arnold.

   Do not attempt to come up the mountain.  Trees are down and power is out. 

Sunday, December 26, 2021

Traffic hazard at Forest Meadows

    December 26, 2021 at 2 PM:  Cars are stopped on Hwy 4 near Forest Meadows with children playing in the snow.

   CHP is responding to the hazard.

Three vehicle collision on Hwy 4

    December 26, 2021 at 1 PM:  Three vehicles have reportedly collided and spun out on Hwy 4 at Big Trees Village Road in Dorrington.

   No injuries have been indicated but be extra cautious and leave space between you and the car in front of you.

Spin out on Hwy 4

    December 26, 2021 at 12:50 PM:  A car has reportedly  spun out on Hwy 4 at Moran Road in Arnold.

    Be cautious if headed in that direction.

Injured deer on Hwy 49

    December 26, 2021 at 12:15 PM:  Repeated calls have been received about a badly injured deer on Hwy 49 near Cement Plant Road in San Andreas.

   Be extra cautious if in that area.

Spinout on Hwy 4

    December 26, 2021 at 10:45 AM:  A spinout has been reported on Hwy 4 at Cabbage Patch above Dorrington.

   Be extra cautious if in that area.

Power lines down in Arnold

    December 26, 2021 at 10:40 AM:  Power lines are reportedly down on Ponderosa near Summit View in Arnold.

   PG&E has been notified.  Use extra caution if headed that way.

Tree down in Arnold

    December 26, 2021 at 10:35 AM:  A tree is down and blocking the roadway at Moran Road and Calaveritas Road in Arnold.

   Be extra cautious if in that area until crews can clear the roadway.

Chain up in Murphys

    December 26, 2021 at 9 AM:  Chains are required on Hwy 4 at Murphys this morning.

   Another storm is due in later today, so if you must travel in the mountains now is the time.

Car in ravine at Lake Camanche

    December 26, 2021 at 8:50 AM:  A car has been reported down in a ravine off Camanche Parkway at Lake Camanche.

    They need EBMUD to open the gate. A tow truck has been notified.

Power lines down on Moran Road

    December 26, 2021 at 8:20 AM:  Power lines are down on Moran Road near Fly-in Lake in Arnold.

    Avoid the area until PG&E can arrive and clear the roadway.

Hear-on collision on Hwy 4

    December 26, 2021 at 8:05 AM:  A head-on collision has been reported between a Ford Explorer and a Toyota on Hwy 4 at Moran Road in Arnold.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.  The roadway is blocked.

Saturday, December 25, 2021

It keeps on snowing in Ebbetts Pass

    December 25, 2021 at 8 PM:  The snow keeps falling in Ebbetts Pass. Caltrans is working

Friday, December 24, 2021

Chains required on Hwy 4

     December 24, 2021 at 11:30 AM:  Chains are required on Hwy 4 this morning above Arnold.

    Drive carefully!!!

Thursday, December 23, 2021

Unbelievable LOSS for 49ers------- play tonite!!

    The 49ers play the Tennessee Titans in Tennessee tonite.

     The Niners are 8-6 and the Titans are 9-5.

Spin-out on Hwy 4

    December 23, 2021 at 4:30 PM:  A car has reportedly spun out on Hwy 4 at Poole Station Road.

   It  isn't known if there are injuries.

Flooding in Farmington

    December 23, 2021 at 12:20 PM:  Milton Road is reportedly flooded in the Farmington area.

   Drive extra carefully if headed in that direction.

Roadway flooding in Mountain Ranch

    December 23, 2021 at 12:15 PM:  The roadway is reportedly flooded at Railroad Flat Road and Swiss Ranch Road.

   Be extra cautious until county road crews can clear or mark the area.

Clark needs a home

   

Visit Clark at the Calaveras Animal
Shelter in San Andreas

Arnold getting rain

    December 23, 2021 at 8:15 AM:  The Arnold area is getting pounded with heavy rain this morning with snow levels very high.

   Snow level is expected to get to 3500' later today.

Major injury crash in Jamestown

    December 23, 2021 at 8 AM:  A injury vehicle collision has been reported as a rollover at Hwy 108 and Tulloch Dam Road in the Jamestown area.

     Major injuries have been indicated.

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Collision in San Andreas

    December 22, 2021 at 11:45 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Mountain Ranch Road in San Andreas.

   CHP is at the scene.

What????

 


Chains required on Hwy 4

    December 22, 2021 at 10 AM:  Chains are required by Caltrans on Hwy 4 at Camp Connell this morning.

   Drive carefully if heading for the mountains.

Rollover on Hwy 26

    December 22, 2021 at 8:15 AM:  A vehicle has reportedly rolled over several times off Hwy 26 at Wimer Road near the San Joaquin/Calaveras County lines.

   No injuries have been indicated.

Monday, December 20, 2021

Three car collision in Mokelumne Hill

    December 20, 2021 at 12 Noon:  A traffic collision involving three vehicles has been reported on Hwy 49 at Lombardi Drive in Mokelumne Hill.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Hit and run left plate

    December 20, 2021 at 8:45 AM:  A car ran through a fence at Shaws Flat Road and Union Hill Road in Sonora.

   The car left the scene, but left their license plate.  CHP is responding.

Cow on Mountain Ranch Road

    December 20, 2021 at 8 AM:  A cow has been reported on Mountain Ranch Road at Lower Michel Road in San Andreas.

   CHP is responding and will attempt to locate the owner. Be careful in that area. 

Collision on the bridge

    December 20, 2021 at 7:55 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Parrotts Ferry Road on the bridge.

   It isn't known if there are injuries.  Be extra cautious if headed that way.

Sunday, December 19, 2021

Injured dogs on Hwy 108

    December 19, 2021 at 3:20 PM:  4 tan dogs are reportedly on the side of Hwy 108 at Golf Links Road, possibly a mom and pups.

   At least one appears to be injured. Be extra cautious if in the area.

Collision blocking Hwy 4

    December 19, 2021 at 9:30 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Big Trees Village Drive in Dorrington.

   Be extra cautious as it is blocking the roadway. No injuries are indicated. A tow truck is responding.

Saturday, December 18, 2021

Collision in Rancho Calaveras

    December 18, 2021 at 4 PM:  A collision  has been reported on Hwy 26 at Baldwin in Rancho Calaveras.

   No injuries have been indicated.

Friday, December 17, 2021

Another death from COVID 19 in Calaveras

    As of December 15, 2021 Calaveras County has 92 deaths from COVID, the most recent an 80 year old man.

    There were 11 new cases of the virus reported in the past week.

Weather clear and cold

    The weather for Hwy 4 and Ebbetts Pass is expected to be clear and cold for the next three days.

    Good skiing conditions.

Collision on Poole Station Road

    December 17, 2021 at 8:55 AM:  A collision has been reported on Poole Station Road at Hwy 4 just below Angels Camp.

   No injuries have been indicated. A tow truck is responding.

Pickup and boat over embankment

    December 17, 2021 at 8:45 AM:  A pickup has overturned down an embankment off Rawhide Road in Jamestown.

   Apparently the boat he was towing is now on top of the vehicle.  No injuries are indicated. A tow truck is responding. 

Chains required at Cottage Springs

    December 17, 2021 at 7:45 AM:  Although the roadways are icy chains are not required on Hwy 4 until you reach Cottage Springs.

   Ski bunnies be prepared to chain up at that point.  Drive carefully on these icy roads.

Thursday, December 16, 2021

Now this is the Arnold we all love!!!!

Caltrans hiring

    December 16, 2021 at 9:20 AM:  Caltrans has announced it is hiring equipment operators, presumably for snow removal.

   Go to their website if you want to apply.

   

Car vs. tree on Hwy 49

    UPDATE:  Injuries are apparently minor.

Overturned car in Mokelumne Hill

    December 16, 2021 at 9 AM:  A car has reportedly overturned on Hwy 49 in the 13 turns outside Mokelumne Hill.

    No injuries have been indicated. A tow truck is responding.

City of Angels Camp to appoint new City Administrator

     The Angels Camp City Council is holding a Special Meeting tonite, December 16, 2021 at 7 PM.

    It will be a Closed Session in order to appoint a new interim City Administrator. Melissa Eads has been in the position since 2017.

Chains required east of Murphys

   December 16, 2021 at 5:30 AM:  Chains are required on Hwy 4 east of Murphys this morning.

    Drive carefully.  The roadway is well-plowed through Arnold.

Wednesday, December 15, 2021

House fire in Mokelumne Hill

    December 15, 2021 at 4:25 PM:  A house fire has been reported on Hwy 26 at Church Street in Mokelumne Hill.

   Apparently started with a chimney fire.  Several engines are responding to the scene.

Collision in San Andreas

    December 15, 2021 at 3:40 PM:  A 2 vehicle collision has been reported on Hwy 49 at Court Street in San Andreas.

    No injuries have been indicated.

Vehicle vs. pedestrian in Groveland

    December 15, 2021 at 1:15 PM:  A car has reportedly struck a pedestrian on Main Street in Groveland.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.  It is possible the driver may have left the scene, but pharmacy employees can identify.

UPDATE: Chain up in Arnold....Chains required at Camp Connell

  Caltrans has updated that chains are required on Hwy 4 at Arnold.

Traffic problems on Hwy 88

    December 15, 2021 at 10:05 AM:  A semi is pulled over on Hwy 88 with its brakes on fire

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Jackknifed big rig on Hwy 4--Entire roadway blocked

       UPDATE:  Roadway is now clear.

  UPDATE at 9:10 AM:  The entire roadway is

Margarita needs a home

 

You can visit Margarita at the Calaveras Animal Shelter
in San Andreas

CHP releases names of fatal collision victims

    The names of the two recent fatal collision victims in Calaveras County have been released

Chains required in Murphys

    December 14, 2021 at 4:15 AM:  Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 in Murphys this morning.

   Do not attempt to drive anywhere without proper tires or chains. Winter storm in Ebbetts Pass.

Flooding in Angels Camp

    December 14, 2021 at 4 AM:  While Arnold is getting snow (about 6 inches so far), Angels Camp is getting pummeled with rain.

   Hwy 49 at Frogtown Road is reportedly flooded and Caltrans has been notified.  Drive carefully if you have to go out.

Monday, December 13, 2021

Tree company truck in collision

    December 13, 2021 at 12:25 PM:  A tree company truck has reportedly collided with a silver sedan on Hwy 49 in the 13 corners outside Mokelumne Hill.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Power lines down in Rancho Calaveras

    December 13, 2021 at 12 Noon:  Power lines are reportedly down on Baldwin Street in Rancho Calaveras.

   Avoid the area until PG&E can repair them and clear the roadway.

Truck and trailer overturned in Clements

    December 13, 2021 at 11:05 AM:  A 5th wheel and pickup have overturned at Hwy 88 and Liberty Road in Clements.

   No injuries are indicated, but two tow trucks are responding for the vehicles.

Car crashes into Alpine gate

    December 13, 2021 at 10:45 AM:  A vehicle has crashed into the gate that closes Alpine County and Ebbetts Pass on Hwy 4.

   No injuries have been indicated. A tow truck is responding.

Rand Paul now wants emergency relief money

Little Rand Paul in action
     Senator Rand Paul has voted against every other states claim for emergency federal money when they needed it.

   Now that Kentucky has had massive tornados, Paul thi
nks its a good idea, for his state.

Chains required on Hwy 4

    December 13, 2021 at 8:50 AM:  Chains are required on Hwy 4 at Cabbage Patch this morning.

   The snow is expected to fall at lower elevations today, so be cautious.

Tree down in Burson

    December 13, 2021 at 8:45 AM:   A tree is reportedly down on Burson Road at Southworth Road in Burson. 

   Be extra cautious until crews can get there and clear the roadway.

Sunday, December 12, 2021

Collision in Valley Springs

    December l2, 2021 at 3:45 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 26 at Mangili Road in Valley Springs.

   A solo vehicle crash with no injuries has been indicated.

49ers in Cincinnati today

    The SF 49ers are in Cincinnati today to play the Bengals at 1:25 PM.

    Go NINERS!!

Sinkhole in Angels Camp

    Angels Camp Police are warning drivers and residents on Fairview Drive in Angels Camp to watch out for a large

Fatal collision on Hwy 12

 On December 9, 2021 around 10:55 AM an unnamed female was driving a 2005 Dodge Neon on Hwy 12 near Wards Avenue in Wallace.

   Michael Fredrickson (52) of Farmington was driving a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado approaching

Bear Valley Ski Resort opens

    Bear Valley Ski Resort just announced that the slopes will officially open on December 18, 2021.

    They will be open 7 days a week for the season.

Angels Camp cancels City Council meeting

    The December 21, 2021 regular scheduled City Council meeting for the City of Angels Camp has been cancelled.

   The next regular meeting is January 4, 2022.

Caltrans staffing chain controls on Hwy 4

    Due to the expected heavy winter storm approaching, Caltrans will be staffing chain control stations on Hwy 4.

   They remind motorists to carry chains, slow down and pack emergency supplies just in case of emergency.

Fatal Collision in Dorrington

  On December 10, 2021 at around 12:10 AM, while on scene at a prior unrelated non-injury traffic collision, a CHP officer and to truck operator located a 1996 Toyota 50'

Saturday, December 11, 2021

Cows on Hwy 4

   December 11, 2021 at 2:30 PM:  Cows have been reported in the roadway on Hwy 4 near Holiday Mine Road in Douglas Flat.

   Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owners and have them removed.

Big storm expected tomorrow

    The weather report is for a big storm to hit Ebbetts Pass tomorrow, with low snow and lots

Friday, December 10, 2021

Monkees' Michael Nesmith dies

    Michael Nesmith, once an original member of the Monkees pop group, has died at the age of 78.

    His mother was Betty Nesmith Graham, was the inventor of Liquid Paper, and left him a fortune when she died. 

Father and son arrested for allegedly starting Caldor Fire

 

These two lovely people, father and son, David and Travis
Smith, have been arrested for allegedly

Pole struck on Hwy 4--lines down

    UPDATE at 10:30 AM:  Injuries are apparently minor, but traffic is backed up

Thursday, December 9, 2021

Collision on Hwy 12

   UPDATE at 11:55 AM:  Both tow trucks are stuck in

Dog food available at your Arnold True Value Hardware store

 


Collision in Mokelumne Hill

    December 9, 2021 at 10:25 AM:  A vehicle collision has been reported on Hwy 26 at Montgomery Road in Mokelumne Hill.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Christmastime in Ebbetts Pass

 

Early morning December 9, 2021

Chains required on Hwy 4

    December 9, 2021 at 8 AM:  Waking up to a white winter wonderland, Ebbetts Pass, Hwy 4, is requiring chains above Arnold.

   Little, if any plows have yet to be seen, so be extra cautious if you have to go out.

Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Fire on Big Hill Road in Columbia

    UPDATE:  This is an attic fire.  Calfire is at the scene.  Woods Creek is the correct

Collision in Columbia

    December 7, 2021 at 3 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Parrotts Ferry Road in Columbia.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Fred and George need a home

 

Visit them at the Calaveras Animal Shelter
in San Andreas

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day December 7

 

Let us never forget Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941,
80 years ago today!!

KIA runs of Hwy 49

    December 7, 2021 at 8:05 AM:  A KIA has reportedly run off Hwy 49 at Electra Road on the Jackson side of the river.

   It isn't known if there are injuries. The driver is still inside the vehicle. 

Chains required on Hwy 4

    December 7, 2021 at 8:10 AM:  Caltrans is requiring chains about 2 miles from Mt. Reba on Hwy 4 this morning.

   Arnold didn't get any snow, but got a nice mild rain.

Overturned tow truck in Farmington

    December 7, 2021 at 8 AM:  An overturned tow truck has been reported on Hwy 4 in the Farmington area.

   Injuries are apparently minor. Another tow truck is responding.

Monday, December 6, 2021

Big rig stalled on Hwy 49

    December 6, 2021 at 11:30 AM:  A big rig is stalled and reportedly blocking Hwy 49 in the 13 corners area outside Mokelumne Hill.

   CHP and a tow truck are responding. Be extra cautious if in that area.

Sunday, December 5, 2021

Motorcycle collision near Jamestown

    December 5, 2021 at 2 PM:  A motorcycle collision has been reported on Wards Ferry Road outside Jamestown.

   An ambulance is responding for a male sitting in the roadway.

Bob Dole dies

 

Robert J. Dole, longtime GOP Senator 
and Presidential candidate, has died
at the age of 98.

Collision on Hwy 49

    December 5, 2021 at 10:15 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 49 near the Tuttletown Recreation area.

   It isn't yet known if there are injuries.

Niners in Seattle today

    On December 5, 2021 the SF 49ers are in Seattle to play the Seahawks.

    The game is scheduled for 1 pm. Go NINERS!

Saturday, December 4, 2021

Car vs tree at Hogan Dam

    December 4, 2021 at 9:05 AM:  A vehicle has reportedly collided with a tree at New Hogan Dam in Valley Springs.

   The vehicle overturned. An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Parents caught and arrested--arraigned

 

The parents of the alleged killer at a Michigan school
were finally discovered hiding in Detroit, were
arrested and this morning, arraigned for alleged manslaughter.

Friday, December 3, 2021

Stolen excavator arrest

    An excavator which had been stolen in Nevada was located on a property on Big Flat Road in

Motorcycle collision in San Andreas

    December 3, 2021 at 2:40 PM:  A motorcycle collision has been reported on Hwy 26 at Beal Ranch Road in San Andreas.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Collision in Valley Springs

    December 3, 2021 at 2:20 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 12 near the Fire Station in Valley Springs.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Mokelumne Hill's Holiday Open House

     On Sunday December 5, 2021 from 3 to 5:30 PM Mokelumne Hill will hold its annual Holiday Open House.

   A tree lighting and visit with Santa will be happening.  It is free!

Collision in West Point

    December 3, 2021 at 1 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 26 and Pine Street in West Point.

   No injuries have been indicated.

Minnie needs a home

 

Visit her at the Calaveras Animal Services
in San Andreas 


Caltrans work on Hwy 4

    The week of December 4-7, 2021 Caltrans will be working on Hwy 4:  

    At Big Trees State Park, in Murphys and in Angels Camp. Be extra cautious when in those areas.

Light up the Night in Angels Camp

 


Thursday, December 2, 2021

Big rig stuck on Hwy 49

    December 2, 2021 at 11:35 AM:  A big rig and trailer is stuck on Hwy 49 near Jackass Hill Road in the Melones area.

   CHP and a big rig tow are responding. Be extra cautious if headed that way.

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

UPDATE: Cuomo has been fired, effective immediately!........Chris Cuomo suspended

Chris Cuomo (R) with brother Andrew
    December 1, 2021:  Prime time CNN host Chris Cuomo has been suspended indefinitely from his show Cuomo Prime Time.

   Evidence allegedly implies that he helped his brother Andrew during his scandal, which ended up with his resignation from the Governor of New York.

Black cow on Hwy 49

    December 1, 2021 at 1:50 PM:  A black cow has been reported on Hwy 49 at Fourths Crossing in San Andreas.

   Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner and clear the roadway.

Collision at Hwy 4 and Milton Road

    December 1, 2021 at 10 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported at Hwy 4 and Milton Road below Copperopolis.

   Sierra Conservation van involved along with a white Ford Mustang. An ambulance is en route to the scene.