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Letter to the Editor~by Bob Mulvany

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/09/2010 10:03 AM
"Editor: After observing the first planning workshop in Murphys I am more convinced than ever that the Calaveras Board of Supervisors must act now to terminate the contract with Mintier Harnish and end this monkey motion. Since 1916 in New York when the first zoning ordinance was passed it was obvious that zoning ordinances were not perfect. Sometimes requirements cannot be met and best use of land languishes because of a parcel’s peculiarities or un-anticipated changes in the neighborhood, the economy or demographics. Therefore, flexibility is needed in the zoning laws. Complex rules and rigid enforcement cause economic stagnation and unnecessary hardship on property owners and with no benefit to society whatsoever.....
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DR. RYAN THOMPSON TO SPEAK AT IRONSTONE VINEYARDS MARCH 10TH

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/02/2010 05:22 PM
Local Family Practice Physician Ryan Thompson will be the guest speaker at the second “Let’s Talk Health” series luncheon at Ironstone Vineyards at noon on March 10th, 2010. Dr. Thompson has made a passion out of his personal family involvement with Autism and will share the search for causes, treatment and prevention of this disease that affects one child in 150. Dr. Thompson’s dedication led him to found Mind Matters, a multi-disciplinary clinic specializing in Learning Disorders, Autism and ADHD. ....
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Jackson Rancheria Presents MARCH MAHEM!

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/03/2010 12:47 PM
Jackson, CA....Don't Miss March Mayhem! at Jackson Rancheria! We're going totally mad during March Mayhem and giving away a mess of cash plus a brand new Camaro! What will you win? Watch for random drawings every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from March 1 through 29. Winners get to play Double or Nothing Basketball with a guaranteed prize of $150, but can you double it up to $599? Plus get one entry for every 100 points earned March 1-30 for the Grand Prize drawings on March 31 starting at 6 p.m. Win your share of $86,000 in prizes including a new Camaro SS (valued up to $50,000)!...

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Let the MADNESS Begin!! With $12 Tickets

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/09/2010 07:07 AM
Bear Valley, CA...It’s March and it’s been an epic season so far, so why slow down with the fun? We are revving it up with $12 Tuesdays !! Every tuesday in March, every Adult, Teen, Child and Senior ticket is just $12.00!! Wow, what a crazy deal, can’t beat that. Treat a friend and head up to the mountains for the The best screaming deal in the West!!

Bear Valley Snow Report for March 9, 2010 ~By Mattly Trent

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/09/2010 07:04 AM
Bear Valley, CA...3″ of new snow overnight!! Contrary to earlier thinking…The up coming week shows less ridging…although no “Major” storms are on the horizon, short wave action is a good bet with windy weather Tuesday night. 1″ to 3″ possible tonight! Could be time to think about breaking out the sunscreen come the 14th or so..Beware of the ”IDES’S OF MARCH”. Check the Sierra Avalanche Center for the Backcountry forecast!!!!!! Have a great day and ride safe! Peace out, Mattly

Sheriff's Logs Have Been Updated

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/09/2010 07:02 AM
San Andreas, CA...Our Sheriff's Log Archive has been updated We are returning to listing the logs on a separate page as many of you have requested. The last few months we had been mixing them in with the news as it was faster but it made it difficult to find them later. Just click the Sheriff's Logo below or the menu link to take you to hours of log viewing...

California man says Prius accelerated out of control

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/09/2010 06:27 AM
San Diego, CA...A California Highway Patrol officer helped slow a runaway Toyota Prius from 94 mph to a safe stop on Monday after the car's accelerator became stuck on a San Diego County freeway, the CHP said.

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Calaveras Visitors Bureau Hosts Social Media Workshop This Wednesday March 10th

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/09/2010 12:35 AM
The Calaveras Visitors Bureau will be holding a Social Media Marketing Workshop on March 10, 2010 from 4pm-6pm at the Angels Camp World Mercantile on Main St. in Angels Camp. A local panel of experts, including Kris Jack of Computer Firemen, O.A.R.S. Marketing Director, Steve Markle and Bear Valley Mountain Marketing Manager, Rosie Sundell, will explain Social Media and give examples of how social media can enhance your marketing efforts. You will learn how to effectively use Facebook, Twitter , YouTube and more. Come with your questions and comments. Share your own tips on success you have experienced using social media marketing.....
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Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces California Receives Major Disaster Declaration for Counties Affected by Winter Storms

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/09/2010 12:30 AM
Govvernor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced President Barack Obama has declared a major disaster declaration for Calaveras, Imperial, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino and Siskiyou counties after winter storms pounded the state beginning in January. This declaration will release federal funds to help communities recover from the effects of these storms....
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Agenda for Tuesday's BOS Meeting

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/05/2010 02:23 PM
Calaveras County, CA.....The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors will meet on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 at 9am. A Study Session is on tap to discuss FR 2009/10 Mid Year Financial Report and FY 2010/11 Budget, Proposed Schedule and Board direction. One topic of discussion will be Item #10 where the County is requesting an approval of Resolution authorizing changes to the position control list for Administration for FY 2009/10. The County plans to hire two full time employees...One a Chief Assistant CAO and another Assistant CAO. With budget cuts already being made, this should be an interesting discussion. Full agenda is enclosed....

BOS photo by Michael Neale

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Marketers’ Digital Spending to Overtake Print for First Time Ever, According to Outsell, Inc.

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 07:13 PM
Burlingame, CA and London, UK—March 8, 2010—For the first time, spending on digital/online advertising and marketing will overtake print in 2010, according to new projections from Outsell, Inc. In an industry crossover event, companies will spend $119.6 billion on online and digital strategies...
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Health Care, Public or Private?~by Al Segalla

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/08/2010 05:55 PM
Copperopolis, CA...I think everyone wants good dependable health care and health insurance for catastrophic events. I know I do. Many would prefer a plan whereby all health care is covered by an affordable monthly payment. Before exploring the use of compulsion in health care, that is, government forcing people to accept its determination of what health care we will have, we should identify exactly what we mean by “Health Care”. Obviously, health care is provided first by family and then by paid nurses, doctors and other experts selling their services in the medical marketplace. This marketplace sets the relative value of all goods and services. ...
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Governor Proposes Tax on Insurance. Legislative Analysts Office Has Issued Report on Insurance Surcharge Proposed to Fund Emergency Response

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 05:20 PM
Sacramento, CA...New Surcharge Proposal. The Governor proposes to levy a surcharge on all residential and commercial property insurance policies in the state. The surcharge rate would be 4.8 percent of the premium amount. The administration estimates that such a surcharge would generate about $238 million in the budget year and about $480 million per year thereafter. How the New Revenues Would Be Used. As shown in Figure 10, revenues from the proposed surcharge would be used to offset $200 million of General Fund costs in the budget year. In subsequent years with full-year surcharge revenues, the revenues would be used to offset General Fund costs ($219 million) and to augment state program expenditures ($73 million) in three emergency response departments (primarily CalFire). ..


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30% OFF SUNGLASS SALE GOING ON NOW At Dr. Chris Iwata Optometry

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 03:48 PM
Angels Camp, CA...DOC Iwata, keeping an EYE on your vision since 1979. 31 years of eyecare health in Calaveras County. We missed the 30th anniversary, so we are going to celebrate in March with a 30% OFF SUNGLASS SALES!! Give us a call at 736-0908 to schedule an appointment with our opticians. Sale promotion does not include vision insurance allowance for glasses. We would love to hear from you, DOC and the girls.....

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There are only 3-Days left to purchase your discounted pre-sale tickets online for the 3rd annual Winegrape & Gourmet!

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 02:23 PM
Calaveras County, CA...The premiere foodie event of the Sierra Foothills! March 12 & 13, 2010, Calaveras County Fairgrounds, Angels Camp! Not your average food & wine event. Now a Two Day Event! On Friday visit hosting wineries and experience interactive Vineyard, Wine & Food Seminars presented by industry experts. On Saturday, head to the Fairgrounds in Angels Camp -Mark Twain Hall and delight yourself in a day of Food - Wine - & Sensory Fun!




Click above for Andrea Silva slide show of last years event!

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The Flurries Have Arrived

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 02:06 PM
A cold weather system will bring low snow levels to the area this afternoon and evening. Another weather system originating from the Gulf of Alaska will move through region today bringing scattered showers and a few thunderstorms to the Valley with snow showers to the higher terrain before it exits to the South and East tonight...


Bear Valley Forecast Graphic Above
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Calaveras County Sheriff's Department Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Grant Application Invitation for Public Comment

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/08/2010 01:19 PM
Calaveras County, CA....
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250 Participants Turn Out to "Run Cancer Outta' Our Lives" on Saturday!~By Tammy Beilstein

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 12:05 PM
Valley Springs, CA....On Saturday, March 6th, Toyon Middle School hosted the Walk/Run for Cancer "Let's Run Cancer Outta' our Lives!" event held at the Terrace Plaza in Valley Springs. Approximately 250 people participated in the fundraiser with various courses and levels including 2 mile and 5 mile walk/runs, Tot Trot, and a Youth Dash. Proceeds benefit Relay for Life - American Cancer Society.....

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More than 100 College Reps to Meet with Students at Annual College Fair....Pacific-hosted event is only large-scale college fair in the region

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 11:50 AM
Stockton, CA....High school students, mark your calendars. More than 100 representatives from Universities across North America will be at University of the Pacific’s Stockton campus from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 2 for the Western Association of College Admission Counseling (WACAC) Fair. Representatives will be at the fair to answer questions about their schools and to recruit students. There also will be several workshops on how to apply for college, including one in Spanish....

CCWD to Meet This Wednesday March 10th

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 11:43 AM
San Andreas, CA....CCWD Board of Trustees will meet on Wednesday March 10th at 9am. Full agenda is enclosed for your viewing pleasure....
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Columbia College Offers All Sports Camp to Grades K-8th

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 11:12 AM
Columbia College presents the first annual 2010 All Sports Camp on Monday, March 29 (8:30am-4:00pm) through Friday, April 2 (8:30am-12:00pm) for boys and girls in grades K-8th. The Columbia College All-Sports Camp is designed for children who want to become involved in a wide range of sports and athletic activities. Supervised by experienced players and coaches, every child will be introduced to the techniques and skills required in each sport. The camp is geared toward.....
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Lost Teens Located by Search and Rescue

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 10:57 AM
Arnold, CA...On Sunday, March 07, 2010 at approximately 7:00pm, the Calaveras County Sheriffs Offce received a report of five missing juveniles who had not returned after takig a hike in the Arnold Area. The Juveniles were reported to be wearing light clothing, and carried minimal supplies. They were not equipped to spend the night outdoors. A Deputy was dispatched to meet with the parents of the missing juveniles, and learned that the five males, who raged in age from 14 to 16, had left Arnold area at 1:30 pm to hike in the area ofthe Arnold Rim Trail....

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Relay For Life News

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 10:46 AM
TO ALL TEAM CAPTAINS...Please be sure to attend the March 10th Team Captains meeting at 7:00 pm in the Bret Harte High School Music Room. The following important items will be discussed among others: 1st Bank Night - Bring all the donations you have received to date for deposit. Team Member Registration - Have as many team members as possible registered by March 10th so we can be sure we have enough T-Shirts ordered to give one to every team member that has collected $100 or more in donations. The next three teams to get 8 new team members registered will receive a special incentive award...
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First Ever "Drop off Your Drugs Day" in Calaveras County

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 10:40 AM
Calaveras, CA....

Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Orientation Set

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 10:37 AM
Thursday, March 18, a Habitat for Humanity Calaveras Volunteer Orientation meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the San Andreas Senior Center at 956 Mountain Ranch Road. All persons interested in volunteering to build Habitat homes in Valley Springs, working at the Warehouse, serving on committees, or just interested in learning more about Habitat are encouraged to attend. For additional information please contact Volunteer Coordinator Kathy Heffernan at 795-7742.

It Was A Blooming Good Time at Ironstone Vineyards~Photos by Kelly Ellifritz Photography

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 10:34 AM
Murphys, CA....Daffodils and Artists abound displaying their vibrant colors during Ironstone Vineyards 13th Spring Obsession 2010 Art and Wine show March 6th and 7th. This weekends explosion of color was part of a month long series of events celebrating Health Care, Healthy living and Spring renewal. 83 select artist have their master pieces on display with 12 hand picked artists on hand giving demonstrations, answering questions and passing along tips on that perfect brush stroke....

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High Speed Crash Sends Antelope Man to Hospital

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 09:18 AM
Copperopolis, CA...A 28 year old Antelope Man was riding his 2006 Suzuki motorcycle westbound on Hwy 4 at an extremely high rate of speed when he lost control for unknown reasons, as his motorcycle flipped onto it's side. He was ejected..
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71 Year Old Elk Grove Resident Injured In Motorcycle Accident

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 09:17 AM
San Andreas, CA...A 71 year old Elk Grove resident was northbound on Hwy 49 south of Big Bar Road at an unknown rate of speed. He failed to maintain his vehicle on the right half of the roadway, ran off of the roadway and overturned ejecting him...
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Sunday Accident Causes Major Injuries to Pittsburg Couple

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 08:50 AM
Arnold, CA...A 31 year old Pittsburg resident was driving his Audi westbound on Hwy 4 at an extremely high rate of speed as he approached the town of Arnold. After overtaking slower moving westbound traffic he attempted to pass those vehicles to the left. In doing so, he lost control of his steering and his Audi slid in a north-westerly direction across the north shoulder of the highway...
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President Barack Obama's Weekly Address March 6, 2010

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 08:30 AM
Washington, DC...This week, I asked Congress to schedule a final vote on reform that will give families and businesses more control over their health care by holding insurance companies more accountable. This comes after nearly a year of debate, as well as a seven hour summit with Democrats and Republicans where we had a public and substantive discussion on health care. Since then, I’ve said that I’m willing to incorporate some ideas offered by Republicans, and we’re eliminating special provisions that had no place in health care reform...


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CHIEF OF STAFF DAN SAVAGE TO SPEAK AT IRONSTONE VINEYARDS MARCH 17TH

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 07:46 AM
Murphys, CA...Chief of Staff Dan Savage is the keynote speaker at the third “Let’s Talk Health” series luncheon at Ironstone Vineyards at noon on March 17th, 2010. Mr. Savage will be speaking about “Childhood Diabetes and Our Family”. Dan’s oldest son Sean was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 13 and has now taken control of managing his disease. Along the way, Dan, his wife Sue and youngest son Colin, have learned a great deal about diabetes and incorporated Sean’s condition into the family lifestyle...


Mr. Dan Savage
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Bear Valley Snow Report for March 8, 2010. 107" Base & 22" in last week ~ By Mattly Trent

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 07:16 AM
Bear Valley, CA...The Koal Chair will remain closed today! Unsettled weather the next few days with a slight chance of snow then some sunshine then back to snow then more sunshine. Seems as though ol’ Mother nature can’t quite make up her mind…. With a high amped ridge we’ll see mostly northwest sliders. Could be time to think about breaking out the sunscreen come the 14th or so..Beware of the ”IDES’S OF MARCH”. Check the Sierra Avalanche Center for the Backcountry forecast!!!!!! Have a great day and ride safe! Peace out, Mattly

An Unplugged Weekend...Following Bear Valley Racers ~By John Hamilton

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 12:24 AM
Huntington Lake, CA...We followed our local race team from Bear Valley to cover the third race in the USSA's Far West Central Series at Sierra Summit this weekend. It was a fun and at times frustrating experience. When we arrived we found out that not only didn't the day lodge have Wi-Fi but that cell service was non-existent as well. So we either had to make an hour round trip to check email and post stories or try and relax and follow the team as we came there to do. We chose Plan B and that is why no posts were made on the site for a short stretch. All of the kids skied well and our local Bear Valley Team had numerous first place and podium finishes.....


Up and Coming Bear Valley Racer Mathew Smith in the Starting Gate at the Sierra Summit Super G on Saturday at Sierra Summit
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BACKYARD CHICKEN MOVEMENT GAINS IN POPULARITY AS CONSUMERS SEEK TO CONTROL COSTS, QUALITY CHICK DAYS SET TO RETURN TO TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY MARCH 14

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2010 12:22 AM
Brentwood, TN.....As national economic and environmental concerns continue to make headlines, more American families are taking control of what they put on the dinner table. While reducing the strain on the family budget, they’re also sourcing food locally to gain peace of mind by knowing their food’s origination and how it was produced. An example of this trend that is increasingly turning up next to the vegetable garden is the backyard chicken coop. In rural and suburban areas alike, backyard chickens are gaining in popularity for the eggs they produce. Tractor Supply’s popular Chick Days event returns to area stores on March 14....
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"Reel Talk" with Angels Theatre's Jeff Olson...It's an Alice Wonderland Week!

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/05/2010 10:33 AM
Angels Camp, CA...The week on "Reel Tall" Jeff talks about the new Alice in Wonderland film that is the 7th collaboration between Tim Burton & Johnny Depp! It is a wonderful immersion 3D story. Some exciting news this week for the Angels Theater, ithey are now accepting credit cards. So no longer need to scramble for an ATM when the urge to enjoy a bit of cinematic magic...


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Copperopolis Celebrating It's 150th Anniversary and You Can Be Part of It.

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/03/2010 10:48 PM
Copperopolis, CA...The Old Congregational Church and the Union Guard Armory belong to the people of Copperopolis and have been taken care of by the Copperopolis Community Center since 1939. Help to raise funds for the Community center and build a permanent legacy in Copperopolis. In 2010, Copperopolis is celebrating its 150th anniversary. As part of our festivities, we would like to invite you to join your friends and neighbors in creating a permanent link to our future by buying a commemorative Copperopolis 150th sesquicentennial bricks engraved with a personal message...


Click Above To Order Bricks, Commemorative Coins and more
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ACBA Presents.....How Vulnerable Is your Business? ....A Free Talk for All Businesses in Calaveras County

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/02/2010 05:13 PM
Angels Camp, CA....How Vulnerable Is your Business? A Free Talk for All Businesses in Calaveras County on March 8th, 2010 Conducted by Kathy Maxwell, Crime Prevention Office, Angels Camp Police, this program will give you tips to protect your business from:
Counterfeit money and counterfeit IDs
Identity theft – especially when ordering by computer or credit card
Employee theft
Shoplifters and vandals
Bad checks
Poor business practices that encourage crime....

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Plan Your Next Getaway and Stay at the Bear Valley Lodge....They Are Offering Some Wonderful Mid-Week Specials!

Posted by: thepinetree on 01/20/2010 12:34 PM
Bear Valley, CA...The Bear Valley Lodge is the place to stay for all of your High Sierra Adventures. It gets even better during the week with their great Mid-Week Specials! They have Great Deals for Downhill, Cross County and More starting at only $75 per person. Take advantage of the Deep Powder with Deep Discounts. Restrictions apply and Mid-Week Specials need to be booked by phone...
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Taxpayers Question General Plan~by Al Segalla

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/05/2010 10:22 PM
The Calaveras County Taxpayers Association is advocating deep revisions to the proposed General Plan Update according to Al Segalla, President. The major concern is protecting the constitutional liberties and property rights of county citizens and protecting our local economy. The group itemized 10 specific suggestions: TEN PRINCIPLES FOR A SOUND GENERAL PLAN.....
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Call for Applications for 2010 Junior Miss Calaveras Pageant

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/05/2010 03:37 PM
The Junior Miss Calaveras Pageant and Junior Frog Jump will be held concurrently on Saturday, May 8 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Altaville Melones Fire Department in Angels Camp. The Junior Miss Calaveras competition is open to 8th grade girls in Calaveras County. The contestants are judged on beauty, personality and pleasantness by a panel of experienced judges and raffle ticket sales. The winner will be announced during the Junior Frog jump and she will be presented at the Calaveras County Fair the next week. All interested 8th grade girls are encouraged to apply....


2009 Jr. Frog Jump Winner Jessica, Stacie Albright, Jr. Miss Calaveras Haley Warner Center, First Princess Destiny Mason (L), Second Princess Dakota Morlan (R), Melissa Spence
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General Motors to reinstate over 600 dealers

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/05/2010 02:07 PM
Detroit, MI...GM carefully reviewed each of the approximately 1100 dealer reinstatement claims that were filed with the American Arbitration Association. We conducted these individual reviews, keeping in mind our goal of moving quickly and effectively to complete the overall arbitration process, and determined that we would send more than 600 Letters of Intent to the involved dealers. The Letter of Intent contains our usual core business criteria. This action will allow these dealers to conduct normal dealership operations as soon as they comply with the terms of the Letter of Intent...
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"The Zones" are Back on the Menu This Weekend from Mountain Adventure Seminars

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/05/2010 12:51 PM
Bear Valley, CA...Bear Valley Powder and Adventure Enthusiasts, Snow conditions and stability point to favorable conditions to operate programs into "The Zones" this weekend. This area is the largest and most demanding of our "Out of Bounds" program...


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NATIONAL INHALANT PREVENTION COALITION ANNOUNCES NATIONAL INHALANTS AND POISONS AWARENESS WEEK—MARCH 14-20

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/05/2010 10:48 AM
While some illicit drugs are on the decline, according to the 2009 Monitoring the Future survey, inhalants are the number one drug of choice by "tweens" and middle schoolers. National Inhalants & Poisons Awareness Week (NIPAW), held March 14-20, is an opportunity to raise awareness of the dangers of inhalants and to get your community engaged on this issue. One in five students in America has used an inhalant to get high by the time he or she reaches the eighth grade. Parents don't know that inhalants, cheap, legal and accessible products, are as popular among middle school students as marijuana. Even fewer know the deadly effects the poisons in these products have on the brain and body when they are .....
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Body Language To Hold First Weigh In For "Biggest Loser" Monday, March 8th

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/05/2010 10:02 AM
Arnold, CA....

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Calaveras Visitor's Bureau Executive Director Awarded Scholarship

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/05/2010 09:57 AM
Lisa Mayo, Executive Director of the Calaveras Visitors Bureau and Film Commission, was just awarded a scholarship from the Western Association of Convention and Visitor Bureau’s to attend the WACVB Tourism Tech Summit to be held in Seattle later this month. The Tourism Tech Summit offers travel industry attendees a number of sessions relating to the latest technologies used to effectively market travel, determine ROI and carry out the business of travel. Covered topics include: Unraveling the Mystery of Google Analytics, Best Practices in Social Media Analytics and Research, Social Media Trends: What’s Next and Finding Your Footing in the World of Facebook. The speaker and panel line-ups include representatives from Microsoft, Bing, Google, Expedia and the Go See Tell Network. ....
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Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) preparation

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/05/2010 09:28 AM
Members of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) group can help with income tax preparation from now through April 15 at two Sonora locations. There is no charge for this free community service. Appointments are not required and are available on a walk-in basis. VITA volunteers will be on-hand Fridays through April 9th from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Tuolumne County Senior Center, located at 540 Greenley Road next to the county library. On Wednesdays through April 14th from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. and Thursdays through April 15th (except Thursday 3/25) from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Columbia College Student Center.....
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Police: Pentagon Suspect 'Well Armed'

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/05/2010 08:59 AM
Washington, DC...The chief of the Pentagon police says the gunman who shot two Pentagon police officers was well armed with two 9 millimeter semiautomatic weapons and several magazines of ammunition...

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Unemployment Rate Remains Steady at 9.7%. Amador 12.6%, Calaveras 15.2% & Tuolumne 14.2%

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/05/2010 08:29 AM
Washington, DC...Nonfarm payroll employment was little changed (-36,000) in February, and the unemployment rate held at 9.7 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment fell in construction and information, while temporary help services added jobs. Severe winter weather in parts of the country may have affected payroll employment and hours; however, it is not possible to quantify precisely the net impact of the winter storms on these measures...
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Congratulations to the Calaveras Mens Basketball Team on a Fantastic Season!! ~Photos By Diane Fischer

Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 03/05/2010 08:00 AM
Lodi, CA...Tokay High School was the neutral floor for the third round of the playoffs. The Calaveras Redskins faced Modesto Christian. We would like to thank Diane Fischer for almost 40 shots of the game. Diane said "There was a large Calaveras crowd and in the 4th quarter we came withing 1 point." before eventually dropping the game 66-74. Congratulations again men on a great season...


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Bear Valley Snow Report for March 5th, 2010! 115" Base & 36" in last week! ~by Mattly Trent

Posted by: thepinetree on 03/05/2010 06:47 AM
Bear Valley, CA...What an epic day yesterday! 6″ of 4% density snow on top of 12″of 10% density snow with Bluebird conditions most of the day! The locals were ripping it up! Unsettled weather the next few days with a slight chance of snow through Monday. After that it looks like some warm sunny weather for awhile. Check the Sierra Avalanche Center for the Backcountry forecast!!!!!! Have a great day and ride safe! Peace out, Mattly


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  1. Arnold Ace Home Center Has Great Spring Specials
  2. Kuntz for Sheriff Auction & Fundraiser March 6th at Frogtown
  3. Grief Support Classes Starting In Avery Next Month
  4. Switch or Stay with Golden State Cellular and Ski for Free!
  5. Governor Schwarzenegger Issues Statement On Round One Of Race To The Top Funding
  6. Recap of Wednesday Evening's CCOG Meeting
  7. Local Participation in Statewide Day of Action
  8. General Plan Alternatives Report Workshops Schedule...Revised
  9. Bear Valley Snow Report for March 4th, 2010! 117" Base & 36" in last week! ~by Mattly Trent
  10. Calaveras Foodies Recipe of the Day..."Irish Sailor's Favorite Salmon"~From Calaveras Grown
  11. Ironstone Announces Crosby, Stills and Nash as Summer Concert Season Opener, June 6th!
  12. Vallecito Union School District Agenda for March 10th, 2010 Meeting
  13. The Calaveras County Deputy Sheriff's Association Getting Ready for Their Annual Dinner Dance!
  14. March is Women's History Month
  15. HURRY.....Pinnell's Carpet One Has A Fabulous SALE Going On....UP TO 40% OFF Storewide!
  16. Chain Controls in Effect This Morning
  17. Soroptimist International of Calaveras County Announce Upcoming Springtime Events
  18. Obama: The Debate is Over
  19. Peggy Fleming Delivers Uplifting Talk on Life, Olympics and Battling Breast Cancer ~By John Hamilton With Photos & Video)
  20. Still Snowing Down to Murphys and Twain Harte Levels....Be Careful Out There
  21. TRAFFIC NEWS...Emergency Crews Responding to Vehicle Collision at Hwy 4 at Utica Powerhouse Road
  22. Traffic Alert...Over a Dozen Vehicles Slipping and Sliding on Tuolumne Road
  23. US Vets Mark Iwo Jima 65th Anniversary
  24. Governor Schwarzenegger Holds Media Availability with Education Leaders
  25. State Route 12/26 Highway Intersection Roadway Project Public Workshops Announced
  26. Sonora Tractor Supply Opening March 13th Bringing 15 New Jobs and Sales Tax Revenue to our Area!
  27. TRAFFIC NEWS....Traffic Collision Blocking Lane at Hwy 4 and Forest Meadows
  28. TRAFFIC NEWS....Solo Vehicle Into Embankment
  29. Hwy 88 Closed From 3.5 Miles East of Silver Lake to Kirkwood Due to Avalanche Control
  30. Chain Controls Now in Arnold and Long Barn
  31. TRAFFIC NEWS.....Non-Injury Traffic Collision at Hwy 4 and Arnold Byway.....Blocking Lane
  32. Agnes Gwerder October 13, 1922 – March 2, 2010
  33. Summary for Tuesday March 2 Board of Supervisors Meeting
  34. Vallecito Union School District to Hold Special Strategic Meeting on Thursday March 4th
  35. Vallecito Union School District to Hold Special Budget Meeting This Eve at 5:30pm(MEETING CANCELED DUE T0 WEATHER)
  36. Planning, Branding, Dedications and more Planning in Angels Camp Last Night
  37. Parents of Children with Special Needs
  38. Traffic Alert...Injury Accident Blocking Roadway...
  39. Big Trees Market Weekly Ad for March 3 - 9, 2010
  40. Bear Valley Snow Report for March 3rd, 2010 ~By Mattly Trent
  41. Traffic Alert...On Hwy 26 @ Double Springs
  42. Valley Springs Area Business Association Re-Energizing Business Community ~By Tammy Beilstein
  43. RUN....WALK....For Cancer Saturday March 6th in Valley Springs!
  44. Valley Springs Friends of the Library Melodrama Is Sure to Be a Hit!~ By Tammy Beilstein
  45. Great New Years Phone Deals!
  46. "A Very Emotional and Respectful Meeting".....22 Calaveras Unified School District Teachers Will Receive Pink Slips By March 15th
  47. More Storms On Their Way
  48. Chicago & The Doobie Brothers Coming to Ironstone June 20th!
  49. Chain Controls Now in Effect
  50. Murph The Leprechan Named Grand Marshal of Murphys Irish Day Parade!
  51. Angels Camp City Council Meeting..."LIVE" from the Firehouse
  52. 16 Year Old Female Experiences Unusual Encounter with Male in Angels Camp~Press Release by Angels Camp Police Department
  53. Hospice Offers Volunteer Training
  54. Dave Cox Senate Report: March 2, 2010
  55. Traffic Alert...Hwy 49 near Cement Bridge
  56. Saturday Mail On Endangered List? Postal Plan Says Maybe
  57. Lets Be Careful Out There..Cautionary Reminder In Madera Area
  58. Board of Supervisors Meeting Report...
  59. Public Funding for Private Energy Improvements, AB 811 Study Session...UPDATE...Board in Favor 4-1~Video Replay of Meeting Enclosed
  60. Can You Speak Bjornloppet?...37th Annual Bjornloppet Hits the Nordic Trails~With Video of Last Year's Event!
  61. Mountain Adventure Seminars Says "The Lion has begun to Roar!"
  62. Chain Controls and Road Work for the Mother Lode
  63. Winter Weather Advisory in Effect Until 10pm This Evening Above 5000 Feet
  64. Murphys Creek Theatre to Present Lanford Wilson’s Talley’s Folly
  65. Structure Fire Reported in Twain Harte on Monday
  66. It's Meeting Time for The CCOG
  67. For Greenhorn Creek Members
  68. Traffic Alert...Vehicle vs Fence
  69. Bear Valley Snow Report for March 2, 2010. 104" Base & 30" in last week ~ By Mattly Trent
  70. Basketbal Playoffs Roll On for Calaveras! Calaveras vs Modesto Christian on Wednesday ! ~Photos by Diane Fischer
  71. March Madness Tuesdays at Bear Valley!
  72. "Rules of Engagement on ThePineTree.net"
  73. Spring was in the Air on as Mark Twain St. Joseph's Hospital Had a Wonderful Turnout for Their Health Fair!
  74. The internet is now the third most popular news platform after TV & 33% of cell owners get news on their mobile devices!
  75. 13th Annual Spring Obsession Coming Up This Weekend at Ironstone!
  76. 2010 Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee T-Shirts Available March 15th!
  77. Bear Valley Cross Country's, Paul Peterson's Post Olympic Report~With Video Chat Enclosed
  78. Auditor-Controller Race Now Wide Open
  79. White Pines Park to Celebrate”
  80. "Red, White & Blue Bites" ~by Jenny Baxter of Jennys Kitchen
  81. As Quoted, Skunk" Male Arrested for DUI and Hit and Run
  82. Bear Valley Snow Report for March 1st, 2010. 104" Base & 30" in last week ~ By Mattly Trent
  83. Bret Harte High School Student-Parent Open House—Thursday, March 18th, 2010
  84. California Air Resources Board Workshop Coming up on March 1, 2010
  85. Olympian Peggy Fleming To Speak at Ironstone Vineyards March 3rd
  86. The Singh Brothers & The Sierra Trading Post...Ready to Serve 24 hours a Day
  87. Obama in 'Excellent' Health
  88. Follies Reservations Now Available
  89. Freeskiing pioneer C.R. Johnson remembered for positive outlook on life
  90. Traffic Alerts....Busy Morning So Far...(Updated...)
  91. Traffic Alert...Major Injury Accident
  92. Bear Valley Snow Report for February 28th, 2010. 107" Base & 30" in last week ~ By Mattly Trent
  93. The President Speaks on Chile Earthquake
  94. Bear Valley Music Festival Board Creating 2010 Season
  95. Magnitude 8.8 Earthquake Hits Offshore Mauli Chile...Tsunami Warning Now In Affect
  96. Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort Will be Closed Today Due to Weather
  97. Traffic Alert...Rocks & Mud on O'Byrnes Ferry Road
  98. Traffic Alert....Rock Slide on Murphys Grade Road
  99. Weekly Address: President Obama Says Washington Must Use This Opportunity to Enact Health Reform
  100. Bear Valley Snow Report for February 27, 2010~by Mattly Trent
  101. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Bureau of Reclamation's Initial 2010 Central Valley Project Water Supply Forecast
  102. Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Legislation to Grow Solar Investment and Create Jobs in California
  103. Yosemite Institute Summer Group Program Registration Opens
  104. Calaveras County Undersheriff, Michael Walker, Will Not Seek Election for Sheriff.....Will Resign Effective August 13, 2010
  105. Board of Equalization Updates Lists of California’s Largest Sales Tax Delinquencies....22 Additional Names Added to List of Top 250 for First Quarter 2010
  106. Calaveras County Has Released The Alternatives Report for the General Plan Update Program... Schedule of Workshops Now Available
  107. Adopt a Pet Saturday February 27th...These Dogs Really Need You!
  108. Thomas H. Lee Partners to Acquire CKE Restaurants
  109. No Reported Problems with Cosgrove Creek
  110. TRAFFIC NEWS.....Parts of Hwy 88 is Closed From Due to Poor Visibility and Avalanche Control......Please Use Alternate Routes....UPDATE AS OF 2AM ENCLOSED
  111. Chain Controls are IN EFFECT This Evening
  112. TRAFFIC ALERT....ROCK SLIDE AT Hwy 88 and Martin Lane
  113. TRAFFIC NEWS.....Non-Injury Accident at Milton Road at Baldwin Street
  114. "Reel Talk" With Angels 5 Theatre's Manager, Jeff Olson
  115. This Week's Featured Listing..."Spacious lodge home bordering private forest lands"~by Cedar Creek Realty
  116. FROZEN YOGURT SOCIAL to benefit Bret Harte Sober Grad Night
  117. Hospice Thrift Store NOW OPEN - Grand Opening Celebration Feb 27th
  118. Make Headwaters Coffee House at The Village in Bear Valley Your Next High Sierra Stop For Excellent Coffees, Homemade Baked Goodies and Fresh Cuisine!
  119. Mark Twain St. Josephs Hospital Spring Health Faire Saturday, February 27!
  120. Snow Levels May Fall down to 3500 Feet.....Winter Storm Warning in Effect Until 4pm Saturday
  121. Minimal Power Outages Affecting The Mother Lode This Evening....Follow The Updated Outage Map
  122. Traffic Alert...Hwy 4 @ Live Oak
  123. 2009-10 Mother Lode League Girls Basketball Most Valuable Players
  124. Delta Blook Bank Hosts Well Attended Chamber Mixer ~By John Hamilton
  125. Calaveras Senior Center Holding 4th Annual SOSc Dinner on March 26th

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Mark Phillips the GM of The Bear Valley Lodge narrates a wonderful video that was created for the Ebbetts Pass Historical Association. The Video runs about 50 minutes and gives a fascinating & entertaining view of the history of the Bear Valley Area.

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