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Calaveras County Deputy Sheriff's Association Endorses Garrahan |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/05/2014 12:02 PM
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San Andreas, CA...The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Association today announced their endorsement of Pat Garrahan in the race for County Sheriff Pat Garrahan, a Valley Springs resident, Marine Corps veteran and retired police lieutenant, is challenging incumbent Sheriff Gary Kuntz. The Countywide election for Sheriff will be on the June 3, 2014 ballot. “With over three decades in law enforcement, Pat has the leadership experience necessary to deal with the issues facing our department and the needs of the community,” said DSA President Brian Baker. “He understands the challenges ahead and brings a new perspective to the county.”
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Senator Gaines Sues Covered California To Stop Cancellations |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/05/2014 12:18 PM
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Sacramento, CA...Senator Ted Gaines today announced a lawsuit against Covered California and Executive Director Peter Lee, seeking to stop any future health insurance policy cancellations by the health care Exchange. In addition, the suit seeks to hold Covered California accountable for hundreds of millions in expenditures that have failed to increase the number of insured Californians. “More than 900,000 Californians have had their health insurance plans cancelled by Obamacare and Covered California. Close to 10 million more could lose their coverage soon. This lawsuit stands with consumers and puts a stop to this unchecked government abuse,” said Gaines....
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Radio Shack Reports Strong Sales Growth In Concept Stores, Plans To Close Up To 1,100 Underperforming Stores |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/04/2014 05:44 AM
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Fort Worth, TX...RadioShack Corporation (NYSE: RSH) today reported results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2013. Joseph C. Magnacca, chief executive officer, said, "Our fourth quarter financial results were driven by a holiday season characterized by lower store traffic, intense promotional activity particularly in consumer electronics, a very soft mobility marketplace and a few operational issues. Even in this environment, we're continuing to make progress on the five pillars of our turnaround plan: repositioning the brand, revamping the product assortment, reinvigorating the stores, operational efficiency and financial flexibility....
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Grand Opening For Rolling Dough Pizza Set For March 10th |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/04/2014 07:26 AM
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Angels Camp, CA...Rolling Dough Pizza, Angels Camp’s newest restaurant, will hold its Grand Opening on Monday, March 10, at 12 noon at its restaurant at 244 S. Main Street in Angels Towne Plaza. The media and the public are invited to join in the celebrations. The grand opening ceremony will be officiated by a member of the City Council as well as representatives of Destination Angels Camp and the Angels Camp Business Association. It is open to the public, and refreshments will be served so everyone will have a chance to sample the offerings...
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Request for Proposal for Ambulance Service in Calaveras County |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/04/2014 04:46 PM
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San Andreas, CA...The Mountain-Valley EMS Agency announces its intent to conduct a competitive bid process to award contract(s) for ambulance services in three exclusive operating areas within Calaveras County. When combined, the three EOAs include all incorporated and
unincorporated areas of the County. Proposals will be accepted from Bidder’s for single or multiple zones. The intent of this RFP is to select the winning Bidder or combination of Bidders to provide Ambulance Services within the three EOAs. This solicitation calls for Proposals to provide all ambulance services within the County subject to the performance standards and other specifications herein. The Agreement period will be for five (5) years...
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Sacramento-Region Enrollment Figures Through Jan. 31 Released by Covered California and Department of Health Care Services |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/04/2014 06:42 PM
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Sacramento, CA...Covered California™ and the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) announced today that from Oct. 1, 2013, to Jan. 31, 2014, under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, 38,507 consumers in four Sacramento-region counties enrolled in subsidized and non-subsidized Covered California health insurance plans. The new total represents a 41 percent increase from the 27,227 enrollments recorded through Dec. 31...
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Sierra Properties Expanding Into Angels Camp With Vintage Realty Merger |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/03/2014 03:31 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...Vintage Realty in Angels Camp is merging with Century 21 Sierra Properties. The signs, business cards and letterhead will change but their location and experienced team of real estate professionals will not. They have served the needs of their clients and Calaveas County for decades and will bring their talents to Century 21 Sierra Properties and the largest real estate firm in the area. Century 21 Sierra Properties will now have offices in Arnold, Murphys and now at 1301 Main Street in Angels Camp.
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Stewardship Council Board of Directors to Meet in Sacramento on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/02/2014 06:09 PM
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| San Mateo, CA....The Pacific Forest and Watershed Lands Stewardship Council, a land conservation and youth investment foundation, announces its next board of directors meeting will be held in Sacramento on March 12, 2014. The Stewardship Council Board of Directors (Board) may take action on the following agenda items related to its Land Conservation Program, as well as on other matters... |
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The Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) Announces Competitive Grant Cycle for 2014 |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/02/2014 07:20 PM
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Angels Camp, CA....In 2013, Calaveras Community Foundation introduced the idea of focusing on initiatives for grant giving. The two initiatives chosen were: Aging in Place for Seniors and Support for Learning of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). The results, based on the number of viable applications received were gratifying. In 2014, those same two initiatives will still be in place with the addition of a third: County Youth – designed to foster youth development in extra-curricular activities for ages K-12. An additional change in the 2014 grant processing cycle is an earlier submission period for all grants applications. Applications will begin to be accepted on March 1, 2014 and must be submitted to CCF by 5:00 PM on Friday, March 31, 2014. As in 2013, ALL applications for competitive grants MUST address one of the three initiatives to be considered for funding. Complete details, application guidelines and fillable forms are now available on the website www.calaverascommunityfoundation.org in the “Grants and Scholarships” area....
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Destination Angels Camp Adds 4 New Corporate Sponsors |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 03/01/2014 08:20 PM
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Angels Camp, March 1, 2014: - Destination Angels Camp Development Corporation has added four more local companies to its Community Advisory Council: Gold Electric, Round Table Pizza, Collins Development and The Chicken Barn. The Advisory Council now has 18 companies and individuals that have agreed to sponsor Destination Angels Camp’s activities with a minimum of $1,000 a year for three years for a total to date of $22,000 a year....
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