Mornings with the One Percent™ Live Weekdays 7-10am (New Stories Below)
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/21/2018 07:03 AM
Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings from 7-10am. The premise for the show is that the USDA ranked all 3,142 counties or county equivalents in the USA on a livability or desirability scale based on factors such as climate, scenic beauty, bodies of water for recreation, humidity and much more. All of our area ranked not only in the top one percent but in the top one half of one percent. So in the ups and downs of daily life remember you don’t have to be a Gates, Buffett or Bezos to live like the one percent. Just live here!
Arnold, CA...The Arnold Branch Library and the Arnold Lions are sponsoring a Senior Expo and Health Fair to be held at the library on Saturday, June 23, 2018 from 10am to 1pm.
Event occurs on 06/23/2018 from 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM.
Be Ready for Your Outdoor Adventures & Thank You for Shopping & Renting Locally at SNAC!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/21/2018 06:56 AM
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA...Ever since we opened our first store in Downtown Sonora, our goal has been the same. To provide our customers with high quality, innovative outdoor products, priced so you can spend more time using your gear than paying for it. At SNAC, you’ll find affordable clothing and gear to outfit yourself for every outdoor adventure! Recreational kayaking, stand-up paddling (SUP) canoeing, backpacking, camping, climbing … in the winter, layer up for snowshoeing, skiing, snowboarding, and more.
New Reports Highlight Continuing Challenges for Social Security and Medicare ~ From Brian J. Tewksbury
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/21/2018 06:52 AM
Murphys, CA...Most Americans will receive Social Security and Medicare benefits at some point in their lives. For this reason, workers and retirees are concerned about potential program shortfalls that could affect future benefits. Each year, the Trustees of the Social Security and Medicare Trust Funds release lengthy annual reports to Congress that assess the health of these important programs. The newest reports, released on June 5, 2018, discuss the current financial condition and ongoing financial challenges that both programs face, and project a Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2019.
Brian Jirka and The Cabby Band at Bistro Espresso June 23
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 06:48 PM
Arnold, CA...Don't miss out! We only have two concerts left at our current location! This Saturday, we have the amazing Cabby featuring Brian Jirka in the house! Get ready for a fun night of music, dancing, yummy food and drinks!
Angels Food and Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through June 26th
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 05:40 PM
Angels Camp & Murphys, CA...For the best Deli Sandwiches in Calaveras County, come on in and treat yourself to the tastiest and freshest 'made with love' deli sandwiches around. Angels Food Deli, Text your order to 209.753.7331 Or You may call your order into 209.736.4243 ext 14. Sierra Hills Market Deli, Text your order to 209.753.7115 Or You may call your order into 209.728.3402 ext 305. Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. "We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. " - Mike Croshaw Wishing you Good Times & Good Cheer. Sierra Hills Market 209-728-3402 Angels Food Market 209-736-4243 Shop Local * Buy Local * Go Local
Click Above For Their Weekly Savings. Sierra Hills Market 209.728.3402, 117 Highway 4, Murphys. Lila and Sage Catering and Cakes 209.728.2604. Angels Food Market 209.736.4243. 396 North Main Street, Angels Camp. Save 10% When you buy 4 or more bottles of liquor or wine. Remember we already have the best prices on liquor and the biggest local wine selection.
Experts Warn Synthetic Biology Could Expand the Possibility of Creating New Weapons
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 03:19 PM
Washington, DC...Synthetic biology expands the possibilities for creating new weapons — including making existing bacteria and viruses more harmful — while decreasing the time required to engineer such organisms, concludes a new report by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Although some malicious applications of synthetic biology may not seem plausible right now, they could become achievable with future advances.
Music in the Parks: Nathan Ignacio June 20, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Brice Station Vineyards
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 03:03 PM
Murphys, CA...Nathan Ignacio is a rising star in California, having opened for such legendaries as BB King and Willy Watson of The Old Crow Medicine Show. Ignacio brings a modern take on the American folk revival tradition with songs that explore his sometimes hard journey through life. It's not all just melancholy; Ignacio can rock pretty hard on stage all by himself. He plays an impressive number of instruments—guitar, dulcimer, mandolin, harmonica, percussion—sometimes at the same time to build a complex sound that brings new life to old favorites like "Just the Two of Us," and steers new songs like "Tom Thumb" into the world.
Hwy 4 Temporarily Closed Two Miles East of Bear Valley for Investigation of Fatal Traffic Collision (Updated...Opening Soon)
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 02:42 PM
Bear Valley, CA...(Update as of 4:36pm....Just checked in with CHP San Andreas and Hwy 4 should be reopening shortly) SR-4 east of Bear Valley is closed for investigation of a fatal traffic collision. Avoid the area. Following is some our our previous coverage on this incident. Traffic Update....Possible Fatality in Vehicle vs Motorcycle Near Hwy 4 in Bear Valley. Update as of 1:50pm...details are still coming in on this incident. We touched bases with CHP San Andreas and officers are still arriving on scene...more to follow. Update as of 2:04....Dispatch logs now indicating one fatality. Please use caution in the area...
Traffic Update....Fatality in Vehicle vs Motorcycle Near Hwy 4 & Bear Valley
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 01:53 PM
Bear Valley, CA...Traffic Update....Possible Fatality in Vehicle vs Motorcycle Near Hwy 4 in Bear Valley. Update as of 1:50pm...details are still coming in on this incident. We touched bases with CHP San Andreas and officers are still arriving on scene...more to follow. Update as of 2:04....Dispatch logs now indicating one fatality. Please use caution in the area...
President Signs Executive Order Keeping Families Together at Border
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 01:40 PM
Washington, DC...By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), 8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq., it is hereby ordered as follows:
MTMC's Child & Babysitting Safety Class! AHA First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Included
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 12:02 PM
San Andreas, CA...MTMC's Child & Babysitting Safety Class! AHA First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Included!
Speaker Ryan on the Situation at the Border & House to Vote on Immigration Tomorrow
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 09:52 AM
Washington, DC...Speaker Ryan spoke about the situation at the border, saying the House will consider legislation tomorrow to keep families together during their legal proceedings. “First, I want to say a few words about the situation at the border. As I said last week, we do not want children taken away from their parents. We can enforce our immigration laws without breaking families apart. The administration says it wants Congress to act, and we are.
Drainage Work on Hwy 88 from Peddler Hill Road to Amador/Alpine County Line
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 09:02 AM
AMADOR COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will be performing various construction activities on eastbound and westbound State Route 88 (SR-88) from Peddler Hill Road to the Amador/Alpine County line for drainage work. One-way traffic control will be in effect beginning Monday, June 18, 2018, through Friday, June 22, 2018, from 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Caltrans District 10 Road Report & Repair Schedule June 10th Through June 23rd
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 08:52 AM
Angels Camp, CA...The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county, and location of the possible repairs. Weather and other factors can alter their schedule.
Jamestown, CA...Late Monday night a Tuolumne Sheriff’s Sergeant conducted a traffic enforcement stop at Wigwam Road in Jamestown on a black Saturn for expired registration. The driver, 44-year-old Michael Holder of Turlock, told the Sergeant his drivers license was suspended and a records check revealed he was on post release community supervision.
Mornings with the One Percent™ Live Weekdays 7-10am (New Stories Below)
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2018 07:01 AM
Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings from 7-10am. The premise for the show is that the USDA ranked all 3,142 counties or county equivalents in the USA on a livability or desirability scale based on factors such as climate, scenic beauty, bodies of water for recreation, humidity and much more. All of our area ranked not only in the top one percent but in the top one half of one percent. So in the ups and downs of daily life remember you don’t have to be a Gates, Buffett or Bezos to live like the one percent. Just live here!
Governor Brown Appoints Justice Peter J. Siggins To Court of Appeal
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 11:35 PM
Sacramento, CA...Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the appointment of Justice Peter J. Siggins as presiding justice, Division Three of the First District Court of Appeal. Peter J. Siggins, 62, of San Rafael, has been appointed presiding justice, Division Three of the First District Court of Appeal. Siggins has served as an associate justice at the First District Court of Appeal since 2006.
Since Starting in 1790 The United States Issues Patent Number 10,000,000
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 10:34 PM
Washington, DC...The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) today issued U.S. patent number 10 million. More than just a number, patent 10 million celebrates the rich history and strength of the American intellectual property system dating back to the first U.S. patent, signed 228 years ago by George Washington on July 31, 1790, and issued to Samuel Hopkins for a process of making potash, an ingredient used in fertilizer.
Columbia, CA...Columbia’s Glorious 4th of July Celebration begins with an 11 a.m. flag raising and black powder musket salute Wednesday, July 4, followed by a free concert from the Lucky CuZn Brass Band playing New Orleans style and patriotic tunes,followed by the annual Independence Day parade. July 4th in Columbia has been a tradition since at least 1852 and is the longest continuously running event in the county and perhaps even the entire motherlode. It is fun for the entire family with activities for all ages. Pete Brandt, a volunteer for over 20 years has said “It’s the most fun you can have in public that’s legal”
Remarks on the UN Human Rights Council From Mike Pompeo & Nikki Haley
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 08:47 PM
Washington, DC...Good afternoon. The Trump administration is committed to protecting and promoting the God-given dignity and freedom of every human being. Every individual has rights that are inherent and inviolable. They are given by God, and not by government. Because of that, no government must take them away. For decades, the United States has led global efforts to promote human rights, often through multilateral institutions. While we have seen improvements in certain human rights situations, for far too long we have waited while that progress comes too slowly or in some cases never comes. Too many commitments have gone unfulfilled.
Land Clearing, Underbrush Mulching, Tree Thinning, Tree Removal & More ~ Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 04:34 PM
Camp Connell, CA...Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction is going into its 4th year of mulching, masticating and mowing. local family owed business started over 27 years ago by Ron Glass. Now, his sons, daughters, and daughter in law have all helped run the business along with some fantastic local employees. The crew has completed small to very large projects. They can handle anything from grass and weeds to large tree thinning and have the proper equipment to handle flat to very steep terrain. IT’S NOT HOW FAST YOU MULCH, IT’S HOW WELL YOU MULCH FAST! JUST MULCH IT!
Traffic Update....Fire Reported Near J59 / Bonds Flat Rd
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 03:48 PM
La Grange, CA...Traffic Update....Fire Reported Near J59 / Bonds Flat Rd
Arnold, CA...The Arnold Branch Library and the Arnold Lions are sponsoring a Senior Expo and Health Fair to be held at the library on Saturday, June 23, 2018 from 10am to 1pm.
Sonora, CA...We have a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers' needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!
AG Becerra: Forcibly Separating Children from Their Parents Is Inhumane and Unnecessary
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 09:21 AM
Sacramento, CA...California Attorney General Xavier Becerra today joined New Mexico Attorney General Hector H. Balderas and 19 attorneys general in demanding the U.S. Department of Justice immediately end its new “zero tolerance” immigration policy which separates children from their parents. In their letter, the attorneys general explain how these compulsory separations create serious concerns regarding the violation of children’s rights, constitutional principles of due process and equal protection.
Head for the Lakes this Weekend! Temps on the Rise!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 08:07 AM
Angels Camp, CA...From the National Weather Service Sacramento..."Widespread triple digit heat is expected Friday through Sunday, with the hottest temperatures of the year so far. Temperatures are expected to peak on Saturday, with a near record high of 105 forecast for Sacramento (record 106, 1988).
Traffic Update....Semi vs Subaru Near Sr49 / Tuttletown Rd
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 07:16 AM
Tuttletown, CA...Traffic Update....Semi vs Subaru Near Sr49 / Tuttletown Rd. This one is being dispatched with possibility of injuries. Please use caution and expect delays in the area as lanes are blocked...
Mornings with the One Percent™ Live Weekdays 7-10am, This Morning’s Replays are Below
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 07:00 AM
Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings from 7-10am. The premise for the show is that the USDA ranked all 3,142 counties or county equivalents in the USA on a livability or desirability scale based on factors such as climate, scenic beauty, bodies of water for recreation, humidity and much more. All of our area ranked not only in the top one percent but in the top one half of one percent. So in the ups and downs of daily life remember you don’t have to be a Gates, Buffett or Bezos to live like the one percent. Just live here!
Thank You for 25 Years! Looking Forward to the Next 25!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2018 06:44 AM
Arnold, CA...Thank You for 25 Years! Looking Forward to the Next 25!!
Wheeler Fire Update...Evacuations Lifted, 100 Acres, 10% Contained
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/18/2018 10:51 PM
Coulterville, CA...Wheeler Fire Incident Information: Last Updated: June 18, 2018 6:08 pm. Date/Time Started:June 18, 2018 12:30 pm. Administrative Unit: CAL FIRE Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit. County: Mariposa County. Location: Wheeler Gulch & Hwy 49 South, southwest of Coulterville. Acres Burned Containment: 100 acres - 10% contained. Evacuations: Evacuations have been lifted and open to residents only. Red Cross shelter is closed.
President Trump at a Meeting with the National Space Council and Signing of Space Policy Directive
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/18/2018 08:45 PM
Washington, DC...Thank you very much, everybody. Thank you very much. This is an incredible time for our country. I would say that our economy — and many of you know that very well — is doing better than it ever has done. Our employment numbers are the best that they’ve been, perhaps ever, but certainly in recorded history. Reports just came out — best in 44 years. Black unemployment is the lowest level in history. Hispanic unemployment, lowest level in history. Women unemployment, lowest level in 21 years. It started at 19, went up to 20; now it’s up to 21. Very soon it’s going to be in history.
Post Primary Comments From Supervisor Candidate Merita Callaway
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/18/2018 07:44 PM
Murphys, CA...Having been involved in Calaveras County government for many years, I am constantly impressed with how much the people in District 3 care about our community. The 278 men and women who publicly endorsed my campaign represent a cross section of people who make this district the wonderful place that it is. The Democrats, Republicans, and Independents who supported me are more concerned with achievements than party labels.
Wheeler Fire Southwest of Coulterville Holding at 90 Acres...Evacuations in Place, Red Cross Shelter Open
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/18/2018 05:45 PM
Coulterville, CA...Wheeler Fire Incident Information: Last Updated: June 18, 2018 5:36 pm. Date/Time Started: June 18, 2018 12:30 pm. Administrative Unit: CAL FIRE Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit. County: Mariposa County. Location: Wheeler Gulch & Hwy 49 South, southwest of Coulterville. Acres Burned Containment: 90 acres. Evacuations: Mandatory evacuations are in place for Mary Harrison Mine Rd, Old Hwy 49 Rd, Crown Lead Rd, and Hwy 49 between Crown Lead Rd to the intersection of Hwy 132. Evacuations advisories are in place for Coulterville.
California Students Including Sutter Creek's Kylie Ann Ibarra Named to Spring Deans Honor Roll at Fort Hays State University
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/18/2018 05:37 PM
Hays, Kansas...Local and area students from California are among the 1,601 named by deans at Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kan., to the Deans Honor Roll for the spring 2018 semester. The Deans Honor Roll includes undergraduate students only. To be eligible, students must have completed 12 or more credit hours and earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.60 for the semester. Full-time on-campus and FHSU Virtual College students are eligible.
Sonora, CA...From the Tuolumne Sheriff's Dept..."Last night deputies responded to the Cascade Mobile Home Park on 18330 Wards Ferry Road in Sonora for a report of a burglary in progress after an alert neighbor reported seeing a dark skinned man wearing a black hat, red shirt and black hooded sweatshirt breaking into his neighbor’s home.
Another Instance of Very Active Bears Even at Low Elevations This Season
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/18/2018 05:00 PM
Sonora, CA...We have seen more instances of bear activity in Calaveras & Tuolumne Counties than in any other year in the last 13 years ThePineTree.net has been covering news. This one is from the Tuolumne County Sheriff's Dept. This inquisitive young cub was not even at the Twain Harte level but in the City of Sonora off of Racetrack. "A bear cub makes an appearance in the area of Racetrack Road at East Walnut Street in Sonora. Last week there were several sightings of a mama bear and her cub at a mobile home park and a residential neighborhood in the same vicinity. The two seemed to be searching for food as they curiously sifted through garbage and wandered through a backyard of a residence. A Sheriff’s Deputy searched the area looking for the mama bear but she was no where to be found."
Wheeler Fire Now at 90 Acres Near Gulch & Hwy 49 South, Southwest of Coulterville
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/18/2018 03:41 PM
Coulterville, CA...Wheeler Fire Incident Information: Evacuations: Mandatory evacuations are in place for Mary Harrison Mine Rd, Old Hwy 49 Rd, Crown Lead Rd, and Hwy 49 between Crown Lead Rd to the intersection of Hwy 132. Evacuations advisories are in place for Coulterville.
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Created on 02/22/2006 11:32 PM by thepinetree
Updated on 11/15/2012 04:26 AM by thepinetree
Bear Valley's Mark Phillips 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.
