March 21, 2023 at 9:10 AM: A semi with 6 cars on the trailer has reportedly slid off Hwy 49 near the Melones Bridge.
No injuries have been indicated.
March 21, 2023 at 9:10 AM: A semi with 6 cars on the trailer has reportedly slid off Hwy 49 near the Melones Bridge.
No injuries have been indicated.
We hear a lot of comments using this term against Democrats by Republicans and we had to look up the
March 20, 2023 at 9:35 AM: A three vehicle collision has been reported on Hwy 108 in Cold Springs.
Apparently the roadway is icy in the area. No injuries have been indicated.
March 18, 2023 at 11:10 AM: Several sheep have been reported on Hwy 49 in Fourths Crossing.
Be extra cautious if in that area until CHP can clear the roadway.
He played the stoic 'Charon' at the infamous hotel. Wick 4 is due out next week.
Last week, Daniel Berlant at the office of the state Fire Marshal reports, a large moving
UPDATE: At least one person has not survived this collision. Traffic is being diverted around the scene onto a dirt road.
The Labrador Retriever has been the most popular dog breed in America for decades. However,
March 15, 2023 at 4 PM: A collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Hodson Road in Copperoplis.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
March 15, 2023 at 3PM: An Ontrack delivery truck has reportedly struck at house on Dunn Road in Rancho Calaveras.
Apparently the driver then quickly left the area, making this a hit and run.
March 14, 2023 at 4:30 PM: A head-on collision has been reported on Hwy 49 at Big Bar Road outside Mokelumne Hill.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
March 13, 2023: Looks like the Niners are losing Jimmy Garrappalo. The Raiders offered him around 37 million for three years guaranteed.
He used to work for the Raiders coach, so he is looking forward to the move.
March 12, 2023 at 10:30 AM: Milton Road is still flooding at Hwy 4 below Copperoplis. Copper Cove is closed due to flooding in Copperopolis.
Be extra cautious while driving as there could be flooding on any of our roadways.
March 11, 2023 at 3:55 PM: Hwy 4 is reportedly flooded at Milton Road below Copperopolis.
Be extra cautious if driving in that area.
March 11, 2023 at 3 PM: A storm warning has been issued for Calaveras, Tuolumne and Stanislaus counties until 6 PM.
Sever thunder and lightning with the possibility of tornadoes and dangerous flooding is likely. Stay in and listen for warnings on the radio or TV.
March 11, 2023 at 2:50 PM: A vehicle has reportedly overturned on Hwy 4 at Hodson Road in Copperopolis.
It isn't known if there are injuries.
March 10, 2023 at 3:45 PM: A collision has been reported at Hwy 4 and Darby Russell Drive near the Red Apple in Murphys.
No injuries have been indicated.
March 10, 2023 at 2:10 PM: A rollover has been reported on Hwy 4 at Telegraph in Copperopolis.
An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.
March 10, 2023 at 1:40 PM: A mud slide has been reported on Hwy 26 at Higdon Road in West Point.
Be extra cautious in that area until caltrans can clear the roadway.
March 10, 2023 at 9:30 AM: A collision has been reported on Hwy 26 at Stormy Lane in Glencoe.
No injuries have been indicated.
March 10, 2023 at 8:45 AM: Mudslides and flooding roads have been reported on Greeley Hill Road and Parrotts Ferry Road in Tuolumne County this morning.
Drive extra carefully as road crews will be out working to clear the roads.
March 9, 2023: We have been told that you can pick up sandbags at the Arnold Libray to prepare for the rain headed our way.
We aren't sure if they are already bagged or if you need to bring a shovel. Sandbags are also available at the Murphys Fire Station.
March 8, 2023 at 2:50 PM: A collision has been reported on Hwy 12 at Burson Road in Burson.
No injuries have been indicated. It is not blocking the roadway.
March 8, 2023 at 9:45 AM: A pickup has reportedly collided with a snow plow on Hwy 26 at Higdon Road in West Point.
No injuries have been indicated.
:March 8, 2023 at 9:40 AM: A car reportedly slid off Moran Road at Love Creek Road in Avery.
It isn't known if there are any injuries.
March 8, 2023 at 9 AM: A car reportedly slid off Hwy 26 at Lower Dorray Road in Glencoe.
The snow is making is very dangerous to drive at low elevations.
March 8, 2023: Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 this morning in Arnold.
Drive carefully if you must go out. Avoid the mountain roads if possible.
March 3, 2023 at 12:55 PM: A collision has been reported on Hwy 108 and Ridge Trail Road above Twain Harte.
An ambulance is responding. The vehicle is on its side, blocking the roadway.
February 26, 2023: Chains are required on Hwy 4 in Arnold. Do not attempt to drive up the mountain without them.
Even with 4 wheel drive it is very icy.
February 23, 2023 at 3:55 PM: STAY HOME! Do not try to drive anywhere right now. The roads are hazardous.
There are more vehicles stuck and blocking Hwy 4 at Big Trees Village Drive in Arnold.
February 23, 2023 at 3:50 PM: Vehicles are reportedly stuck in the snow on Moran Road near Murphys Drive in Arnold.
A tow truck will respond when available.
February 23, 2023 at 3:45 PM: At least 5 vehicles are involved in a collision on Hwy 88 in front of the Pioneer Post Office in Pioneer.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
February 23, 2023 at 3:40 PM: Several vehicle have reportedly slid off Hwy 4 near Upper Moran Road in Arnold.
Drive extra carefully and slow down for snowstorm conditions in Ebbetts Pass or you will also end up in a ditch.
February 23, 2023 at 3:30 PM: Two bulls are reportedly fighting on Church Hill Road at Poole Station Road in San Andreas.
Now who should they send to handle that problem??
February 23, 2023 at 2:30 PM: A collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at the Blue Lake Springs Subdivision.
Three vehicles are involved. One ran off the roadway. A tow truck is responding to the scene.
February 23, 2023 at 2 PM: A collision has been reported on El Dorado St. at Country Club Drive in Arnold.
No injuries have been indicated, but the roadway is partially blocked. A tow truck is responding.
February 23, 2023 at 10 AM: A man riding a horse was reportedly struck by a vehicle and knocked off at Hwy 12 and 26 in Valley Springs.
No injuries have been indicated. Apparently the vehicle left the scene. No injuries have been indicated.
Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 in Murphys this morning.
If you must go out, drive very carefully. It will likely continue to snow off and on during the day today.
February 22, 2023 at 8:50 AM: Caltrans is requiring chains on vehicles on Hwy 4 in Arnold this morning.
Weather report indicates this could go much lower in the next couple of days, so be cautious.
Dear Editor:
Last night if you watched 'Lincoln', you saw a completely
February 20, 2023 at 4 PM: A motorcycle collision has been reported on Burson Road in Burson.
An air ambulance is responding to the scene. The roadway is blocked.
February 16, 2023 at 12:40 PM: A cement truck has reportedly struck a sedan on Mono Way near Elsey Court in Sonora.
An ambulance is responding to the scene. This was initially reported as a pedestrian strike by error.
February 16, 2023 at 8:50 AM: Two black pigs have been reported on Hwy 49 at Rawhide in the Jamestown area.
Be extra cautious in that area until CHP can locate the owners and clear the roadway.
February 16, 2023 at 8:25 AM: A motorhome is reportedly high-centered and stuck on Hwy 49 in San Andreas.
A tow truck is responding to the scene. Watch carefully if in the area.
February 16, 2023 at 8:20 AM: A traffic collision has been reported at Hwy 12 and Hwy 26 in front of Taco Bell in Valley Springs.
It isn't known if there are injuries. A tow truck is responding.
She had appeared in many movies, including one with Elvis.
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The total population at last count is 46,200 people.
We just heard that 5,774 of those people are on some type of WELFARE. Does this make us a very poor county?
Over 12 million cases of COVID 19 have now been reported in California.
103,000 have died from the disease.
February 13, 2023 at 11:20 AM: Broken glass has been reported in both lanes on Hwy 4 at Red Hill Road in Angels Camp.
Be extra cautious until a Caltrans crew can clean it up.
February 13, 2023 at 10:30 AM: A car fire has been reported on Golf Links Road in the Sonora area.
Several engines have been dispatched to the scene.
February 12, 2023: At 3:30 PM PST today the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the Superbowl in Glendale Arizona.
While there are no West Coast teams in the game, many will be watching for the new commercials and half time entertainment.
February 11, 2023 at 12: 15 PM: It just began snowing in Arnold. Probably won't last long.
Chains required above Arnold. Drive carefully.
February 7, 2023 at 8:15 AM: A vehicle has reportedly run off Hwy 108 at Twain Harte Drive and struck a tree in Twain Harte.
Apparently driver says he hit ice on the roadway. It isn't known yet if there are injuries.
February 6, 2023 at 2:15 PM: A collision has been reported on Parrotts Ferry Road and Sawmill Flat Road in Columbia.
No injuries have been indicated but one of the vehicles has major rear-end damage.
February 6, 2023 at 2 PM: A head-on traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 88 at Morman Emigrant Trail near Kirkwood.
One vehicle is overturned. An ambulance is responding to the scene.
February 4, 2023 at 2:55 PM: A grass fire has been reported on Mountain Ranch Road at DeMoss Road in Mountain Ranch.
Several engines have been dispatched to the scene.
February 4, 2023 at 1:20 PM: A snowmobile has reportedly crashed on Hwy 4 at Lake Alpine.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
February 4, 2023 at 11:40 AM: A car has reportedly drifted of Hwy 4 and crashed into several cars in the parking lot of Murphys 4 Diner.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
February 4, 2023 at 11:15 AM: A car has reportedly collided with a rock and mudslide on Hwy 12 near Central Hill Road outside San Andreas.
No injuries have been indicated. Caltrans has been notified.
January 31, 2023 at 8:40 AM: A wrong way driver has been reported on Hwy 108 at Obyrnes Ferry Road in Jamestown by a vehicle it almost struck head-on.
CHP has been notified.
It's time to put in your application for Miss Calaveras of the 2023 Frog Jump in May.
Go to Frogtown.org to download the application.
January 29, 2023: The NFL Conference Championship will be decided today when the 49ers (15-4) play the Eagles (15-3) in Philadelphia.
The games begins at 12 Noon.
January 28, 2023 at 10 AM: A collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Milton Road below Copperopolis.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
January 26, 2023 at 1:25 PM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Beatrice Drive in Arnold.
No injuries have been indicated.
January 25, 2023 at 4:20 PM: A car reportedly backed into a Calaveras Sheriff Volunteer Patrol vehicle on Spangler Road in Copperopolis.
No injuries have been indicated.
January 25, 2023 at 3 PM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 108 in Jamestown.
No injuries have been indicated.
On January 24, 2023 Sheriff DiBasilio was present at the Calaveras BOS and made a point of welcoming Martin Huberty to the Board.
His comment to /Supervisor Huberty was "don't believe anything Merita told you!". Is the Sheriff a total joke and is he getting whiter and whiter as time goes by?
January 24, 2023 at 2:25 PM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 49 at Hwy 12 in San Andreas.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
Monterey Park, Half Moon Bay and Oakland are all now locations of mass shootings in California.
These are all in the past 3 days.
January 24, 2023 at 10 AM: A collision has been reported on Parrotts Ferry Road at the bridge on the Calaveras County line.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
No question the game between the Niners and the Cowboys was terrific, but there was something else that made the day
January 22, 2023 at 11:50 AM: A two vehicle collision has been reported on El Dorado at Country Club in Arnold.
Minor injuries have been indicated. A tow truck is responding.
January 22, 2023 at 10:30 AM: A black cow is reportedly walking down the middle of Hwy 26 at Paloma Road in the Paloma area.
Be extra cautious if in that area.
The SF 49ers will host the Dallas Cowboys at Levi Stadium today January 22, 2023 at 3:30 PM.
The Niners are favored by 4 points.
We had so many people upset and wondering why the PG&E outage on Thursday January 19, 2023 around 3 pm, which included Murphys and all of Ebbetts Pass.
The answers were so vague we don't feel it was a full answer. Power was finally restored without much talk from PG&E.
January 20, 2023 at 9:15 AM: A glass truck has reportedly run off Hwy 49 at Hwy 12 in San Andreas.
Apparently two vehicles were involved in this incident. No injuries have been indicated.
UPDATE at 2:35 PM: Apparently a hydrant was just located.
UPDATE: Question of whether there is a working hydrant on that
January 18, 2023 at 8:55 AM: A vehicle reportedly spun out and overturned on Hwy 88 at the 13 curves.
Avoid the area as roadway is blocked. A tow truck is responding.
January 18, 2023 at 9 AM: A three vehicle collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Main in Douglas Flat.
It isn't yet known if there are injuries. A request for sand has been made to Caltrans.
January 18, 2023 at 8:25 AM: An overturned vehicle has been reported on Hwy 4 at Utica Powerhouse Road in Murphys.
It isn't yet known if there are injuries. One lane of Hwy 4 is blocked.
January 17, 2023 at 12:10 PM: A sinkhole has been reported on Main Street in Sheep Ranch in front of the General Store.
Several units have been dispatched to the scene. Avoid the area if possible.
January 17, 2022 at 11:25 AM: A chimney fire has been reported on Summit Road in Angels Camp.
Several units have been dispatched to the scene.
January 17, 2023 at 9:40 AM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 49 at Meacham Ranch Road in Angels Camp.
One car has overturned. An ambulance is en route to the scene.
January 17, 2023 at 8:30 AM: Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 east of Murphys this morning.
The roads are icy, so be extra cautious if heading for the mountains.
January 17, 2023 at 8:25 AM: A collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Horseshoe Drive in Hathaway Pines.
No one is indicated to be injured in this solo spinout.
January 16, 2023 at 10:35 AM: A traffic collision involving a car vs a pole has been reported on Phoenix Lake Road in the Phoenix Lake area.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
January 16, 2023 at 10:10 AM: A mud, rock and dirt slide is reportedly blocking the westbound lane of Hwy 88 at Peddlers Hill in Amador County.
Driving is hazardous right now. Try to stay at home if possible.
January 16, 2023 at 10:10 AM: A mudlide is reportedly blocking Parrotts Ferry Road at Airola Road in Vallecito.
Avoid the area until the road crew can clear the roadway.
January 16, 2023 at 10:05 AM: Collision has reportedly caused five vehicles and a bus to block Hwy 4 at Meadow near the Alpine County line.
Vehicles are being turned back at Meko. Avoid the area if possible.
January 16, 2023 at 10 AM: Due to low snow levels this morning, Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 in Murphys.
Avoid travel of any kind if possible. It just keeps snowing and snowing in the mountains.
January 15 2023 at 9AM: Caltrans is now requiring chains on Hwy 4 just above Arnold.
The snow level is coming down as this new storm moves in.
January 14, 2023 at 1:20 PM: Mountain Ranch Road is reportedly flooded around Michel Road in the San Andreas area.
Use caution if in that area.
January 14, 2023 at 12:10: Flooding is reported on Clinton Road at Butte Mountain Road in the Jackson area.
Use extra caution on all county roads in Amador and Calaveras County to watch for flooding.
January 14, 2023 at 12 Noon: A pickup has reportedly overturned on Hwy 26 at Mangili Road in Rancho Calaveras.
An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.
January 14, 2023 at 10:50 AM: There is a mud and rock slide on Parrotts Ferry Road near Airola Road in Vallecito.
County road department has been dispatched to clear the roadway.
The 49ers 1:25 PM game today is at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara. The Niners are 13-4 and Seattle 9-8 will be there to try and end that.
This is the first playoff game of the season.
Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 at Camp Connell this morning.
Be extra cautious if heading for the mountains. The skiing is great, but there is another storm headed toward us.
January 13, 2023 ar 2 PM: Hwy 4 is closed in the Farmington area. Drivers are suggested to use an alternate route to the Sierras.
Hwy 26 or Hwy 12 are both available although a little longer.
January 13, 2023 at 8:35 AM: Hwy 4 is shut down temporarily so that Caltrans can clear a rock and mud slide from the roadway.
This is located at the Blue Lake intersection of Moran Road. Be extra cautious if in that area.
January 11, 2023 at 3:55 PM: A three vehicle collision has been reported on Poole Station Road near Riata in San Andreas.
The reporting party apparently said they chased one car down. No injuries are indicated.
January 10, 2023 at 1:30 PM: A black lAb has been reported out on Hwy 49 near Gold Oak Road in San Andreas.
Be extra cautious until animal service can remove the dog from the roadway.
January 10, 2023 at 2:50 PM: A car has run off Obyrnes Ferry Road and into a field near Black Creek Drive in Copperopolis.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
January 10, 2023 at 12 Noon: Flooding has been reported on Hwy 12 at Evans Road in the Valley Springs area.
Hwy 49 has dirt and mud at Hwy 26 in Mokelumne Hill. Avoid these
As of January 10, 2023 the following roads have been reportedly impacted:
Baldwin Lane
January 10, 2023 at 10:20 AM: Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 at the Blue Lake Springs turnoff on Moran Road.
Be extra cautious if headed for the mountains today.
January 10, 2023 at 10:15 AM: CHP has closed roads in Calaveras County:
Railroad Flat Road at Prussian Road
Murphys Grade Road at Ranch Road
Mountain Ranch Road at Mils Road
January 10, 2023 at 9:45 AM: It just started snowing in Arnold, after raining all night.
Chains will be required soon on Hwy 4 in the area.
January 10, 2023 at 9:30 AM: A dog has been struck by a vehicle on Hwy 12 at Haskell Street in Burson.
The dog did not survive and is still on the roadway. Animal Services has been notified.
January 10, 2023 at 9:10 AM: Due to a tree that is leaning into the roadway, Dogtown Road is partially blocked at Esmerelda.
PG&E are en route, but cars are able to get around.
January 10, 2023 at 9:05 AM: A tree has been reported down on Stagecoach Road in Copperopolis.
Be extra cautious if in that area.
January 10, 2023 at 9 AM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 49 at Gold Oak Road in San Andreas.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
January 9, 2023 at 3:45 PM: Water is reportedly overflowing the drain and flowing across Tuolumne Road at Lambert Creek Road in East Sonora.
Be extra cautious if headed in that direction.
January 9, 2023 at 3:10 PM: A man is reportedly screaming and walking in the lanes of Watertown Road in Campo Seco.
Authorities are responding to the scene. Be cautious if in that area.
January 9, 2023 at 2:40 PM: A large rock slide has been reported on Hwy 4 at Hodson Road in Copperopolis.
Be extra cautious if headed that way.
January 9, 2023 at 2:25 PM: A mud and rock slide has been reported on Murphys Grade Road at Upper French Gulch Road in Murphys.
Be extra cautious or avoid that area until cleared.
January 9, 2023 at 1:15 PM: A collision has been reported on Hogan Dam Road in Valley Springs.
A vehicle has apparently run off the roadway and up a bank. Use extra caution if in that area.
January 9, 2023 at 10:45 AM: A tree is reportedly down on Parrotts Ferry Road at Iron Canyon Cove in Coumbia.
Be aware and extra careful if you must go out today. Many roads are flooded and trees are down.
Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 at Tamarack.
It is raining, no pouring in Arnold at this time. Be extra cautious of flooded roadways all over Calaveras County.
Now is the time to start planning if you want to be part of the Frog Jump Destruction Derby in May.
Call the Fair office to find out rules and times to prepare to join everyone.
January 9, 2023 at 9:30 AM: A tree is reportedly down on Moran Road at Avery Hotel Road in Avery.
Power lines have also been pulled down. Be extra cautious if headed in that direction.
January 8, 2023 at 10 AM: A large tree is down on Hwy 49 between Ramorini Drive and the Fairgrounds in Angels Camp.
The roadway is closed until it can be removed.
January 7, 2023 at 1:35 PM: A 3 vehicle collision has been reported on Hwy 49 at Russell Road in San Andreas.
Be extra cautious in that area.
January 7, 2023 at 8 AM: Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 this morning.
Drive carefully if headed for the mountains. A bigger storm is apparently headed for us tonight and Sunday.
January 6, 2023 at 4:40 PM: A pickup has reportedly run off Hwy 4 and struck a tree on Hwy 4 in Avery.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
January 6, 2023 at 11:10 AM: A jack-knifed big rig has been reported on Hwy 4 at Segale Road above Camp Connell.
Be extra cautious if driving through that area.
January 6, 2023 at 10:20 AM: A pig has been reported on Campo Seco Road near Chile Camp Road in Campo Seco.
Be extra cautious until roadway can be cleared.
January 6, 2023 at 8:45 AM: Chains are required by Caltrans on Hwy 4 at Camp Connell.
The roads are icy this morning, so drive carefully.
January 5, 2023 at 3:10 PM: It has been reported that there is someone 'dancing on Hwy 108' in front of the dollar store in Sonora.
Be extra cautious until CHP can clear the roadway.`
January 5, 2023 at 9:25 AM: Cows are reportedly out on Good Strike Road near Leonard Road.
Be cautious if in that area until CHP can clear the roadway.
January 5, 2023 at 8:55 AM: Two large pine trees are reportedly laying over power lines on Buckhorn Ridge Road in Pioneer.
PG&E has been notified. Apparently the trees will fall into the roadway when released from the lines.
January 5, 2023 at 8:45 AM: CHP is now at the scene of a small grey car that overturned on Main Street at Reed's Turnpike in Copperopolis.
The car was reportedly driving at high speed before the crash.
January 4, 2023 at 12 Noon: A large tree has been reported as down on Hwy 26 near Ponderosa in Mokelumne Hill.
Caltrans has been notified. Be extra cautious if in that area.
January 4, 2023 at 9:15 AM: A tree has been reported down on Moran Road. Traffic is one way in the area.
Be extra cautious while driving this morning as the wind can cause trees to fall at any time.
After a marathon session in the House of Representatives, Kevin McCarthy has failed in his bid to become Speaker.
Three separate votes all failed and the House has gone into recess.
On March 19, 2023 the Calaveras Arts Council will hold its annual Ride and Walk 4 Arts to help raise money for art in the schools.
It will begin at Jenny Lind Park. You can register or ask questions at the Calaveras County Arts office at 754-1774 or email goldrusharts18@gmail.com.
January 2, 2023's Monday night football ended abruptly in the first quarter after a player
January 2, 2023 at 4 PM: Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 at Cottage Springs this afternoon.
Snow is coming down pretty heavily at 4000'.
January 2, 2023 at 3:45 PM: It just started snowing in Arnold, after two weeks of just rain.
. Drive extra carefully if headed for the mountains and bring chains in case Caltrans orders them.
January 2, 2023 at 12:15 PM: Hawver Road near Jesus Maria Road is closed.
The rainstorm caused damage to the roadway. Public Works is working on it. There is no estimated time of re-opening.
The SF 49ers are in Las Vegas today to play the Raiders.
Niners have 8 straight wins and don't want to be held back by their old nemisis from the Bay.