Friday, July 26, 2024

Collision in Jamestown

    July 26, 2024 at 2:10 PM:  A collision has been reported at Hwy 59 and Hwy 108 in Jamestown.

    An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Grass fire in Jenny Lind

    UPDATE:  Forward progress on this fire has been stopped.

Dumpster fire in San Andreas

   July 26, 2024 at 12:55 PM:  A dumpster is reportedly on fire on St. Charles Street in San Andreas.

   Several engines are responding to the scene near Subway.

BLM issues more fire danger restrictions

    As of July 24, 2024 BLM has increased fire restrictions in Central California due to high fire

No controlling Park Fire?

   
As of July 26, 2024 at 5 AM Calfire reports that the Park Fire, which was caused by

Thursday, July 25, 2024

Park Fire explodes overnight

The is a PG&E photo of the Park Fire reaching
Richardson Springs and what appears to be the
cell tower there.
    July 25, 2024:  The Park Fire, which was first reported the afternoon of July 24, 2024 has now grown

Two arrested attempting to access Maria Fire

   According to the Calaveras Sheriff on July 23, 2024 around 11:20 PM, two persons attempted to enter the Maria Fire zone without

Maria Fire evacuations lifted

    July 25, 2024:  The Maria Fire is now 71 acres and is 45% contained.

    Evacuation orders have been lifted.

Overturned car on Hwy 4

    UPDATE:  Fortunately, injuries in this incident

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Fire on Hwy 49

    July 24, 2024 at 2:45 PM:  A fire has been reported next to a building on Hwy 49 in the Mariposa area.

    Engines, dozers and aircraft are responding to the scene.

Maria Fire update

Photo by Calfire aircraft
   As of July 24, 2024 at 7:30 AM the Maria Fire in Mokelumne Hill is 65 acres and 20% contained.

   Injured firefighters were flown out for medical treatment yesterday due to the extreme heat.

Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Injured firefighters

    July 23, 2024 at 10:55 AM:  Two firefighters are reportedly injured while working the Maria Fire in Mokelumne Hill.

   The two are being walked off the hill to a waiting ambulance apparently.

Helicopter arrives to fight Maria

    July 23, 2024 at 7:45 AM:  We just heard that a helicopter is now overhead the Maria fire.

   They have also ordered 10 additional water tenders for assistance with this fire.  It appears Hwy 26 is back open this morning. No CHP assigned.

Fire near Mokelumne Hill

This is a PG&E photo of the Maria fire.
  UPDATE:  The last Calfire report is 45 acres with only 5% containmant. Evacuations

Sunday, July 21, 2024

Biden drops out of race

    As of today, July 21, 2024 President Biden will no longer be a candidate for re-election

Fire on Butte Mountain Road

   UPDATE:  Have not had any further info on this fire. We hope

Collision on Hwy 12

    July 21, 2024 at 11 AM:  A collision has been reported involving a vehicle pulling a trailer at Hwy 12 and Hwy 26 at Toyon.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Saturday, July 20, 2024

Fire in Burson

   UPDATE:  Forward progress on this fire has been stopped.

Collision in Sonora

    July 20, 2024 at 2:15 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Campo Seco Road in Sonora.

    Emergency personnel are responding. No injuries have been indicated.

Fire at New Hogan

    UPDATE:  Fire under control. Most units cancelled.

Fire in Jackson

   UPDATE:  This fire was extinguished quickly.

Arrest for knife attack

   On July 14, 2024 around 5:45 AM, Calaveras deputies responded to a report of a knife

Car vs pole in Pioneer

    July 20, 2024 at 7:30 AM:  A car has struck a pole on Hwy 88 near Eggman Lane in Pioneer.

   Minor injuries have been indicated.

Friday, July 19, 2024

Felony arrest in West Point

    On June 27, 2024 around 5:30 PM deputies responded to a domestic violence call

Car fire in Jamestown

    July 19, 2024 at 10:35 AM:  A car fire has been reported on 8th Avenue in Jamestown.

    Emergency fire personnel are responding.

Thursday, July 18, 2024

Jumper on New Melones bridge

    July 18, 2024 at 4:30 PM:  A jumper has been reported on the New Melones bridge on the Tuolumne County side.

   Emergency personnel are responding to the scene.

Grass fire in homeless camp

    July 18, 2024 at 11:45 AM:  A fire is reported in one of the homeless camps up Hwy 108 in Tuolumne County.

   Several engines have been dispatched to the scene. It is about 40' x 40' now.

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Motorcycle collision in Mokelumne Hill

    July 17, 2024 at 11:55 AM:  A motorcycle has reportedly crashed on Hwy 49 near Big Bar Road in Mokelumne Hill.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.  The bike is in the roadway.

Bicycle vs vehicle in Escalon

    July 17, 2024 at 9:35 AM:  A vehicle has reportedly struck a bicycle on El Paso Road near Henry in Escalon.

   The bicycle rider did not survive the crash. Emergency personnel are at the scene.

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Collision in Valley Springs

     July 16, 2024 at 12:30 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported at Hwy 26 and Hwy 12 in Valley Springs.

   An ambulance is responding. One vehicle was able to drive into C21 parking lot.

Monday, July 15, 2024

Collision in Murphys

    July 15, 2024 at 11:20 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Anrey Court in Murphys.

   It isn't yet known if there are injuries.

Spin out in Farmington

    July 15, 2024 at 8:40 AM:  A vehicle has reportedly spun out on Jack Tone Road at Lone Tree Road in the Farmington area.

   Apparently a woman fell out of the car while it was spinning and is not laying in the middle of the roadway.

Sunday, July 14, 2024

Grass fire in Jamestown

    July 14, 2024 at 2:30 PM:  A grass fire has been reported on High School Road in Jamestown.

   Several engines and water tenders are responding.

OP-ED!! What's going on in Angels Camp??

     With the City Administrator Rebecca Callen on paid administrative leave,

A white 20 year old Republican??

Thomas Matthew Crooks, high school yearbook photo
    We aren't positive that all the facts are in, but so far it looks like the person who tried to assassinate

Friday, July 12, 2024

RED FLAG WARNING!!!

    Calaveras County has just issued a Fire Weather Warning for our area, beginning July 12, 2024 at 8 PM to July 15, 2024 at 3 AM.

   Isolated dry thunderstorms are forecast and strong outflow winds over the weekend are creating a RED FLAG warning for the entire western Sierra.  

Thursday, July 11, 2024

Jackknifed big rig on Sonora Pass

   UPDATE:  Roadway clear.

Video catches robbery suspect

    On June 6, 2024 the Calaveras Sheriff's office responded to a burglary call

Popeye actress dies

    Most remembered for her role at Olive Oyl in the Popeye movie with Robin Williams, Shelley Duvall has died.

   She was 75 years old.

Calfire collision in West Point

    July 11, 2024 at 9:05 AM:  A Calfire truck was reportedly involved in a traffic collision near the firehouse on Hwy 26 at Main Street in West Point.

   No injuries have been indicated.

Sleeping driver crashes in Murphys

    July 11, 2024 at 8:35 AM:  A car has reportedly crashed just before the bridge on Algiers Road in Murphys. 

   No injuries have been indicated. Driver was apparently sleeping.

Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Motorcycle crashes while being chased

    July 10, 2024 at 1:30 PM:  A motorcycle has reportedly crashed while being chased by law enforcement on Blue Mountain Road at Lynn Boulevard in West Point.

  No injuries have been indicated.

Garbage truck vs car

    July 10, 2024 at 1:25 PM:  A garbage truck reportedly backing into a car near Hwy 4 and Dunbar Road in Arnold.

   No injuries have been indicated.

In memory of Sparky

 


Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Stolen tractor recovered

    The Calaveras Sheriff has recovered a stolen tractor worth  over $40,000 from a property in West Point.

   The investigation showed it was stolen apparently by a rental company in the Sacramento area, but is ongoing. No arrests have yet been made. 

Multi-vehicle crash on Hwy 49

     July 9, 2024 at 2:35 PM:  A multi-vehicle collision involving a semi truck has been reported on Hwy 49 at Fricot City Road in the San Andreas area.

   An ambulance and other emergency vehicles are responding. At least 4 vehicles are involved. One vehicle is apparently a motorcycle.

Power lines down in Dorrington

    July 9, 2024 at 1:40 PM:  Power lines are resportedly down on the roadway at Boards Crossing Road and Gardner Flat Road.

   PG&E is responding.

Grass fire in Jamestown

    UPDATE:  This is someones back yard on fire. Size around 5' x 5'. Now under control.

Fire in Mountain Ranch area

UPDATE:  Fire is under control.

Fire restrictions tighten in Stanislaus Forest

    As of July 9, 2024 the Stanislaus National Forest has new restrictions regarding fire

Overturned pickup on Hwy 4

    July 9, 2024 at 7:40 AM:  A pickup has reportedly overturned several times on Hwy 4 at Horseshoe Lane in Copperopolis.

    Apparently three vehicles were involved with possibly one person trapped inside a vehicle.  An ambulance is responding to the scene.

If England and France can do it, .......

     In both the election in England and the one in France, the right wing extremist

Monday, July 8, 2024

Car runs off MacKay Dam Road

    July 8, 2024 at 10:25 AM:  A car has reportedly run off MacKay Dam Road at Segale Road in Ebbetts Pass.

   No injuries are indicated. A tow truck is responding.

Hikers rescued at Natural Bridges

    On July 2, 2024 aroun 6:55 PM search and rescue were called to assist some hikers

Truck vs fence on Butte Mountain Road

    July 8, 2024 at 8:05 A:  A truck overturned and is in a barbed wire fence off Butte Mountain Road in the Jackson area.

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

Sunday, July 7, 2024

Fire in LaGrange

   UPDATE:  This fire was quickly brought under control.

Structure fire in Martell

      July 7, 2024 at 1 PM:  CHP has Hwy 49 closed at Industry in Martell due to a building fire in Martell.

    Several engines are responding to the scene.

Collision on Hwy 108

    July 7, 2024 at 12:10 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 108 near Lime Kiln Road in Tuolumne County.

   Apparently it is not blocking the roadway.

Garbage dumped on Hwy 4 in Douglas Flat

    July 7, 2024 at 12:05P:  Garbage cans and trash have been reportedly dumped on Hwy 4 at Monge Ranch Road in Douglas Flat.

   CHP is en route to the scene.  Be extra cautious until it is cleaned off the roadway.

Collision in Copperopolis

    July 7, 2024 at 11:45 AM:  A car has reportedly run off Obyrnes Ferry Road near the bridge in Copperopolis.

   It isn't yet known if there are injuries.

Thursday, July 4, 2024

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Adopt little Newt

 

Visit adorable Newt at Calaveras Animal Services
in San Andreas

Grass fire in Copperopolis

    UPDATE:  Lawn mower indicated as starting this

Motorcycle collision on Hwy 49

    July 2, 2024 at 10:25 AM:  A motorcycle has been reportedly struck by a vehicle on Hwy 49 at Red Hill Road outside Angels Camp.

   An air ambulance has been dispatched to frogtown.

Car vs tree in Tuttletown

    UPDATE:  This is actually between two vehicles located on Hwy 49. The roadway is blocked.

Fatal crash in Copperopolis

    July 2, 2024 at 9:50 AM:  A car and motorcycle have reportedly crashed on Obyrnes Ferry Road at Black Creek Road in Copperopolis.

   One fatality has been indicated.  The roadway is blocked. The coroner is responding.

Saturday, June 29, 2024

Fire in Jamestown

   UPDATE:  Fire is 1/4 acre in size at this time.  Air tanker dispatched.  CHP is enroute to assist with traffic in the area.

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Collision near Columbia College

    June 26, 2024 at 1 PM:  A Marshal's vehicle, in pursuit of a suspect reportedly struck a school bus and is hanging over the embankment.

   No injuries have been indicated..

   

Collision in Milton

    June 26, 2024 at 11:30 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Milton Road in the Milton area involvling two vehicles and a power pole.

   An ambulance is responding. A telephone pole is laying on one vehicle. Holding traffic for PG&E.

NO Fireworks in Ebbetts Pass

    You can see the big sign as you leave Murphys and all the way through Ebbetts Pass. NO FIREWORKS!!

Burning PAWS today

    Calfire will be control burning at the PAWS facility just outside San Andreas today and tomorrow.

   Smoke will be seen in the area.

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

City of Angels Camp still after City Administrator?

    Yet another CLOSED SESSION meeting is being held at 2 PM today to discuss appointing an interim City Administrator.

   Apparently they plan to come back into public session to announce their decision.  Is anyone speaking up for Rebecca Callen?????  Why is the City doing this??

Community meetings

 


Car vs tree in Standard

    June 25, 2024 at 1:25 PM:  A black sports car reportedly has left Standard Road and struck a tree in Standard.

   No injuries are indicated.

Grass fire on Liberty Road

   June 25, 2024 at 10:35 AM:  A grass fire has been reported on Liberty Road outside Clements.

   Several engines are responding to the scene.

Grass fire in Rancho Calaveras

 UPDATE:  As of 11 AM the fire is contained.

Collision in Vallecito

      June 25, 2024 at 9:35 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 4 in Vallecito.

    No injuries have been indicated.

Sunday, June 23, 2024

Auditions for The Cake

   On June 29 and 30, 2024 Murphys Creek Theater is holding auditions for their next play The Cake.

   By appointment only, contact the director at submissionsatmurphyscreektheatre.org.

Honda Civic vs cattle truck

    June 23, 2024 at 1:45 PM:  A Honda Civic has reportedly collided with a cattle truck on Fine Drive in the Linden area.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Motorcycle vs tree in Burson

    June 23, 2024 at 1:15 PM:  A motorcycle has reportedly left the road and struck a tree on Burson Road and Carol Lane in Burson.

   Major injuries have been indicated. An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Vehicle fire in Twain Harte

  UPDATE:  Fire appears to be confined to engine compartment.

Collision in Forest Meadows

    June 23, 2024 at 12 Noon:  A collision has been reported at Wylderidge and Heather in Forest Meadows.

   It isn't yet known if there are injuries.

Saturday, June 22, 2024

Rollover collision in Vallecito

    June 22, 2024 at 2:50 PM:  A vehicle reportedly ran off Parrotts Ferry Road near Moaning Cave Road, hit several trees and has rolled over.

   An ambulance and tow truck are reponding to the scene.

Possible drowning at New Melones

   UPDATE:  The    June 22, 2024 at 2 PM:  The Calaveras Rescue unit has been dispatched to New Melones reservoir.

   A call that a possible drowning has occurred at the dam. Victim is on the boat and partially responsive at this time.

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Collision in Vallecito

    June 19, 2024 at 1:20 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Vallecito Bypass Road in Vallecito.

   One vehicle struck a tree. An air ambulance is responding to the scene. One car is on fire.

Fire in San Andreas

    UPDATE:  This may be part of the Paloma Fire.

Collision in Jamestown

    June 19, 2024 at 1:05 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on J59 in Jamestown.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Fire in Mokelumne Hill

    UPDATE:  Fire is approximately 3 acres at

Aero Fire evacuations lifted

    June 19, 2024 at 11:20 AM:  All evacuation orders have been lifted for residents of the Aero Fire in Copperopolis.

   Hwy 4 is still closed at Poole Station Road, however.

Copperopolis fire update

    As of 7 AM on June 19, 2024 the Aero Fire is 33% contained. It has not gained acreage since noon yesterday.

   The fire came within feet of the Copperopolis Elementary School before they stopped it. Evacuations are still in effect, along with the closure of Hwy 4.

Hall of Famer Willie Mays dies

 

The baseball superstar was 93 years old.

Saturday, June 15, 2024

Moving vehicle on fire

    June 15, 2024 at 10:40 AM:  A vehicle that is moving up Old Priest Grade towards Groveland is reportedly on fire.

   Fire personnel is responding to the scene.

Training fire on Bear Mountain

    June 15, 2024:  What is described as a training fire near Fowler Peak on Bear

Friday, June 14, 2024

Boating injury at Camanche

    On June 10, 2024 around 1 PM deputies were dispatched to a report of a boating

Head-on collision on Hwy 4

    UPDATE:  The ambulance has been cancelled. CHP indicates injuries are minor.

Thursday, June 13, 2024

Fire in Jenny Lind

   UPDATE:  Just heard that the fire has been

Annual report on Calfire

    According to their annual report, Calfire of Tuolumne and Calaveras responded to 585 fires total in 2023.

   We have requested the total for Calaveras County and will report it when we receive the information.

Grass fire in Clements

   UPDATE:  Fire is under control.

Fire in Valley Springs

   UPDATE:  Fire is contained.

Collision in Angels Camp

    June 13, 2024 at 9:10 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Main Street in Angels Camp near Ramorini Lane.

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

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Monday, June 10, 2024

Grass fire on Hogan Dam Road

  UPDATE:  The fire has been knocked down and is under control.

Angels special meeting about Administrator?

    On June 10, 2024 at 4 PM the Angels City Council will hold a special meeting with closed session to give evaluation of City Administrator.

   The next item listed is to discipline/dismiss a public employee, followed by an interim appointment to the position.

   

Sunday, June 9, 2024

What is the flag with the tree on it?

   Yet another flag has come into prominence lately; the white

Collision on Hwy 49

    June 9, 2024 at 10:55 AM:  A collision has been reported on Hwy 49 in Mokelumne Hill.

   No injuries have been indicated, but possible aggressive behavior from one of the drivers. CHP is responding.

Saturday, June 8, 2024

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Grass fire off Hwy 108

   UPDATE:  Not long after the tanker arrived the fire was brought under control.

Mexico elects Jewish woman President

   June 4, 2024 at 10:15 AM:  Mexico has two firsts this morning. It has elected its first woman President.

   Claudia Sheinbaum is also the first Jewish President Mexico has elected.

Attempted carjacking in San Andreas

    On May 29, 2024  Calaveras deputies  arrested Jack Donal Martin (42) of San Andreas on E. St. Charles Street in

Fire in Mountain Ranch

    June 4, 2024 at 9:45 AM:  A fire has been reported on Mountain Ranch Road at Sun Road in Mountain Ranch.

   Fire personnel are responding.

Car vs fence in Railroad Flat

    June 4, 2024 at 8:55 AM:  A car reportedly ran off the road and hit a fence on Railroad Flat Road and Jesus Maria Road in Railroad Flat.

   Apparently the driver was avoiding striking a deer in the roadway. No injuries are indicated.

Friday, May 31, 2024

Home invasion in Arnold

    On May 24, 2024 at around 7:25 PM deputies responded to a home in the 3000 block of Ponderosa

Calfire suspends burn permits

    Due to the high volume of dry grass, etc. and hotter conditions, Calfire is stopping all outdoor burningfor the season.

   As of June 5, 2024 permits are suspended until further notice. NO OUTDOOR BURNING
ALLOWED!!

Mormons will no longer be part of Boy Scouts of America

    The Mormon Church has been tied to Boy Scouts of America

It's now official!!

    Trump is now a convicted FELON!!

He got so upset, his fake teeth
almost fell out!!!

Thursday, May 30, 2024

Control burn at New Hogan

     On Sunday June 2 and Tuesday June 4, 2024 Calfire fill be control burning in the

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Car fire on Hwy 4

  UPDATE:  Fire is under control.

Head-on collision on Hwy 120

    May 29, 2024 at 1:05 PM:  A head-on collision has been reported on Hwy 120 at Smith Station Road in Tuolumne County.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.  Both lanes are blocked. One person is pinned in their vehicle.

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Motorcycle collision in Martell

    May 28, 2024 at 1:20 PM:  A collision involving a motorcycle has been reported on Hwy 49 at Jackson Gate Road in Martell.

   Apparently the rider actually fell off his motorcycle, according to reporting party. An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Collision near Martell

    May 28, 2024 at 9:30 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported at Hwy 88 and Hwy 104 outside Martell.

   One vehicle is off the roadway. An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Monday, May 27, 2024

Major injury collision on Hwy 4

    May 27, 2024 at 10:30 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Jack Tone Road just below Farmington.

   An ambulance is responding for major injuries in this crash.

Fire reported in Twain Harte

    UPDATE:  Cancel response. Per first to arrive, it is a

Memorial Day 2024

 


Thursday, May 23, 2024

Control burn in Arnold

    According to Calfire on May 27, 2024 they will be burning vegetation in the area of Hwy 4

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Fire off Hwy 108

    May 22, 2024 at 10:40 AM:  A fire has been reported at Hwy 108 and MiWuk Village Drive in Tuolumne County.

   Fire personnel are responding to the scene.

Judge halts sale of Graceland

    In a court hearing on May 21, 2024 the judge declared for the plaintiff Kiley

OPINION! What happened to CHP website?

    A strange thing occured during the Calaveras County Fair and Frog Jump. The CHP website,

Collision near Hogan Reservoir

    May 22, 2024 at 8:05 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 26 at Hogan Dam Road outside Valley Springs.

   Vehicles have stopped to assist. It isn't yet known about injuries.

Monday, May 20, 2024

Big Dipper 100 years old

 

                                     Big celebration in Santa Cruz for the popular ride

Sunday, May 19, 2024

Fire near Frogtown

    UPDATE:  This fire is actually apparently in the

David Sanborn

 

David Sanborn, known as the man who put the saxophone
back into rock & roll, died this week.
He won 6 Grammy's during his career.

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Fatal collision in LInden

    May 15, 2024 at 7 AM:  CHP is investigating an early morning crash involving a big rig and two cars at N. Duncan Road and Comstock Road in the Linden area.

   Roadways are shut down in both directions due to rollover and pin in with at least one fatality.

Destruction Derby

 

May 19, 2024 at 5:30!

Sunday, May 12, 2024

Boulder on Hwy 88

    May 12, 2024 at 11:15 AM:  A large boulder has been reported on Hwy 88 near Kirkwood.

   Cars are going into oncoming lane to get around. CHP is responding to the scene. Use extra caution in that area.

Man with gun on Avery Sheep Ranch Road

   UPDATE at 10 AM:  What deputy describes as the suspect is now apparently

Happy Mothers Day!

 


Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Vehicle vs bank

    May 8, 2024 at 3 PM:  A vehicle has run into the El Dorado Saving Bank on Hwy 49 in San Andreas.

    Apparently this is not the first time this driver has had this happen. CHP is responding to the scene. No injuries have been indicated. 

Three vehicle collision on Hwy 108

    May 8, 2024 at 10 AM:  A three vehicle collision has been reported on Hwy 108 and High School Road in Jamestown.

   An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.

Teachers of the Year

 

Teachers of the Year 2024:  June McTeer, Mark Waelty,
Cora Broglio, Larkin Davis and Rhonda Merrill.  

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Shiloh needs a home

 

Peaceful, quiet Shiloh is looking for a home. You
can visit him at the Calaveras Animal Shelter in San Andreas.

Sunday, May 5, 2024

Chains required at Camp Connell

    May 5, 2024 at 8:30 AM:  Caltrans is requiring chains on vehicles on Hwy 4 at Camp Connell this morning.

   Drive carefully as the roads are slippery from last nights snowfall. Arnold got around 4 inches from the storm.

Saturday, May 4, 2024

Collision on Hwy 88

   May 4, 2024 at 8:40 AM:  A vehicle has run off Hwy 88 and down a bank into a creek near Kirkwood Meadows.

  An air ambulance and fire personnel are trying to free the trapped person inside the vehicle. Be extra careful on the slick roadways today. 

Friday, May 3, 2024

Vehicle off Hwy 49 in ditch

    May 3, 2024 at 11:35 AM:  A vehicle has run off Hwy 49 near Reynolds Ferry Road and into a ditch on its side.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Final total of homes burned in Santa Cruz Mountains (CZU) fire

   It took a long time to figure out and count all of the homes burned in the big Santa Cruz Mountains Fire.

   The final count is 911.   Sad, but true. The redwoods are not as resistant to fire as some believed.    

Monday, April 29, 2024

Collision on Hwy 49

    UPDATE:  No injuries have been indicated by CHP.

Cops find pot in Valley Springs home

    On April 26, 2024 Calaveras Sheriff deputies served a search warrant on a home on

Fire at New Melones

    April 29, 2024 at 8 AM:  A fire has been reported at New Melones on the Calaveras County side.

    Fire personnel are responding to the scene.

Friday, April 26, 2024

Desi is adorable

 

                                                Visit Desi at the Calaveras Animal Services in

                                                       San Andreas.

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Fatal Collision on Hwy 120

    April 25, 2024 at 9:45 AM:  A fatal collision has been reported at

Memorial Day in Arnold

  Peddler's Faire in Arnold Memorial Day Weekend

   On May 25 and 26, 2024 the 50th Annual

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Paint Clearance SALE!!

    

Kelly Moore supply remaining in stock on
Clearance Sale at Arnold Building Supply
1082 Hwy 4 in Arnold, 209-795-4038

Adopt Frankie

 

Visit Frankie at the Calaveras Animal Shelter
in San Andreas

Monday, April 8, 2024

Collision on Hwy 4

    April 8, 2024 at 12:15 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Forest Meadows Drive in Murphys.

   Two vehicles and a dog were involved. An ambulance is responding. The dog did not survive. Three vehicles are involved.

Frog Jump Youth Parade

 


Sunday, April 7, 2024

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

One more storm???

   The weather report is calling for yet another storm for Ebbetts Pass, with snow down to 2000'.

    Drive carefully and keep warm. Summer is coming.

The dirty old stinking racist troll is dead....the curse worked! Hooray!!

 


Collision outside Plymouth

    April 3, 2024 at 11:20 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 16 at Welsh Pond Road outside Plymouth.

   Two tow trucks are responding. An ambulance has been dispatched to the scene.

Rock slide on Hwy 49

    April 3, 2024 at 9:40 AM:  A rock slide has been reported on Hwy 49 near Big Bar Road outside Mokelumne Hill.

   Be extra cautious until Caltrans can remove the hazard.

Sunday, March 31, 2024

Buddy the Chihuahua

 

Buddy needs a home. You can visit him at the Calaveras
Animal Shelter in San Andreas

Friday, March 29, 2024

Tree falls on Hwy 49

   March 29, 2024 at 2:45:  An oak tree has reportedly fallen on hwy 49 at Fourths Crossing outside San Andreas.

   Caltrans has been notified of the traffic hazard.

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Collision in Double Springs

    March 28, 2024 at 10:20 AM:  A vehicle collision has been reported at Hwy 12 and Double Springs Road in Double Springs.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Chains on Hwy 4

    March 28, 2024 at 9:10 AM:  Caltrans is requiring chains on vehicles driving on Hwy 4 above Cabbage Patch.

 It is somewhat clear today, but be extra cautious and watch for icy conditions.

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Cow on Hwy 49

    March 27, 2024 at 1:45 PM:  A black cow has been reported on Hwy 49 near Tonzi Road in Sutter Creek.

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

Collision in Murphys

    March 27, 2024 at 1:40 PM:  A collision has been reported on Skunk Ranch Road and Ponderosa Road in Murphys.

   No injuries were indicated, but mirrors were wiped out.

Storm headed our way

   March 27, 2024 at 9:15 AM:  A new storm is apparently headed in our direction with storm warnings issued for 11 AM today through 11 AM March 28, 2024.

   Be prepared if headed for the mountains. Chains will likely be required about 5000' on Hwy 4. 

Sunday, March 24, 2024

Car off roadway in Dorrington

    March 24, 2024 at 11:20 AM:  A car has run off Boards Crossing Road in Dorrington. No injuries have been indicated.

   A tow truck is responding to the area of Jug Handle Road.

    

Collision on Hwy 4

    March 24, 2024 at 8:50 AM:  A vehicle has reportedly run off Hwy 4 at Golden Torch Drive in Arnold. It is snowing

Friday, March 22, 2024

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Collision on Hwy 49

    March 20, 2024 at 4:35 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 49 near Big Bar Road in Mokelumne Hill.

   Three fire engines and an ambulance responded to the scene. Traffic is backed up on the curves.

It wouldn't be so bad says Tucker Carlsen

    Tucker Carlsen has been in Russia this week to interview Putin after his election, and to put the

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Trump says "BLOODBATH" if he loses!!!

 

Yes, its true!  He is now saying that!!!
Jeffrey Daumer and Donald Trump alike? 

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Retailers will be forced to raise prices?

   After all the back and forth of Measure A's special sales tax, it appears to have passed. What does this mean for residents

Collision in Murphys

    UPDATE:  A tow truck will respond for the pickup

Saturday, March 9, 2024

Give Blackjack a home

 

Handsome Blackjack is available for adoption. You can visit
him at the Calaveras Animal Shelter in San Andreas.

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Horsespeak holds murder mystery dinner

    The Cowgirl Up Ranch in Burson is the site of the Horsespeak Murder Mystery Dinner and

Horses and Burros for adoption


    On March 22 and 23, 2024 the BLM will offer 20 wild horses and 10 wild burros for adoption.

    The event will be held at the Diamond Bar Arena at 6055 Central Avenue in Ceres.

    Animals will be available on a first come, first serve basis 9 to 5 each day. Preview is Thursday March 21, 2024 3-5 PM.

Celtic Faire

 

March 8, 9 and 10 at the Calaveras Fairgrounds

Election results: RUNOFFS

   In the March 5, 2024 primary election the winners are:

    Measure A     Yes 5825   No  4355   Calaveras County now has an additional SALES TAX so that Calaveras Fire District in Mokelumne Hill  can get more money!!

     Supervisors:  Tofanelli vs Tim Grant RUNOFF in District 1*

                            Folendorf in District 4

                            Autumn Andahl vs Trevor Wittke RUNOFF in District 2  *

 *  In the case of no candidate receiving over 50% of the vote, a runoff will be held in November between the top two candidates.


Friday, March 1, 2024

Chains required on Hwy 4

    March 1, 2024:  Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 at Cottage Springs this morning.

    There is still  no snow in Arnold, but later on the chain requirement is likely to move down the hill.

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Overturned vehicle on Hwy 108

    February 28, 2024 at 11:50 AM:  A collison has been reported on Hwy 108 at Confidence Road in Twain Harte.

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

Fire near Big Trees

    February 28, 2024 at 11:30 AM:  Some type of fire has been reported on Big Trees Parkway above Arnold.

   Fire personnel have been dispatched.