Dogwood Seasonal Cuisine Rolls Into Summer & A Few Minutes With Chef Don McPherson
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/23/2016 12:49 PM
Arnold, CA...We had the pleasure to spend a few minutes with Chef/Owner Don McPherson at the beautiful Dogwood restaurant in Arnold. Don has brought another fine dining establishment to our area and they focus on fresh, high quality ingredients exquisitely prepared. Dogwood's food takes center stage in their spotless display kitchen. The great meals along with a wonderful wine selection are served in a warm, welcoming environment. The area has a new "Night Out" destination serving dinner 7 nights a week.
Mountain Ranch, CA...Almost $1,000 was raised by three area high school drama students recently who wanted to help survivors of the Butte Fire. “This is a wonderful, compassionate gesture,” said Allen Sender, Chairman of Calaveras Recovers, as he accepted the check on behalf of the all-volunteer group. Calaveras Recovers is the long-term, post disaster recovery organization focused on helping rebuild homes for the uninsured or underinsured families affected by last year’s devastating fire...
Forest Service Survey Finds Record 66 Million Dead Trees in Southern Sierra Nevada
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/22/2016 02:02 PM
Vallejo, CA...The U.S. Forest Service today announced that it has identified an additional 26 million trees dead in California since October 2015. These trees are located in six counties across 760,000 acres in the southern Sierra Nevada region of the state, and are in addition to the 40 million trees that died statewide from 2010 to October 2015, bringing the total to at least 66 million dead trees. Four consecutive years of severe drought in California, a dramatic rise in bark beetle infestation and warmer temperatures are leading to historic levels of tree die-off.
Hogan Asphalt Plant Moving To Carson Hill ~ By Supervisors Steve Kearney & Cliff Edson
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/21/2016 08:08 AM
Valley Springs & Angels Camp, CA...Over the weekend much was said on social media regarding the removal of the stored asphalt plant at the Hogan Quarry. At this time we are able to share the evolution of this project. The issues regarding the Asphalt Plant are complex and confusing. As county supervisors we have not been able to comment publicly up to this point or correct the misinformation being exchanged on social media and in the community for reasons related to county liability as well as possible legal issues.
Mind Matters Clinic Offers Programs To Help Children Progress in School
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/21/2016 05:41 PM
Murphys, CA...Students who are having difficulty with their reading and language skills have a place to seek help thanks to two programs offered by Mind Matters, the Murphys based non-profit clinic. Fast ForWord, a computer based learning program, will be available in Murphys and Sonora starting June 27. Mind Builder will be offered in Murphys starting July 5. The clinic is a comprehensive treatment center serving individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD/ADD), and learning disabilities.
Sonora, CA...In December 2014, HealthLitNow, (www.healthlitnow.org) a 501(c)3 non-profit, was launched from the Tuolumne County Innovation Lab (www.myinnovationlab.org) to provide Public Health Literacy programs for K-12 students throughout Tuolumne County and the Sierra Region. Public Health Literacy is defined as the degree to which individuals and groups can obtain, process, understand, evaluate, and act on information needed to make personal and public health decisions that benefit their community.
KIND & Microsoft Launch Software Targeting Government Cannabis Contracts
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/17/2016 07:04 AM
Los Angeles, CA...KIND Financial, the leader in technology for cannabis compliance, today announced the launch of KIND Government Solutions with Microsoft Corp. to acquire government-facing contracts for seed to sale tracking. Microsoft selected KIND to participate in its newly created Microsoft Health and Human Services Pod for Managed Service Providers. The goal of this relationship is to leverage each company's resources to provide State, County, and Municipalities with purpose built solutions for track and trace ('seed to sale' in the cannabis industry) technology.
Cannabis Cultivation Registration Deadline Looming. Appointments May Be Needed!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/17/2016 07:06 AM
San Andreas, CA...The deadline to submit a registration form in compliance with Chapter 17.95 of the Calaveras County Code regulating medical cannabis cultivation and commerce is 4:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 30, 2016. Applications will not be accepted after that time. Applications missing any mandatory submittal documentation will not be accepted. Registration forms and mandatory submittal requirements can be obtained in the Planning Department or downloaded off of the County website.
Arnold, CA...GABA is thrilled to announce the 2016 GABA Summer Concert Series. Enjoy FREE live music at the Cedar Center in Arnold, sponsored by local businesses, business associations and non-profits. Located at 4,000 feet, this music venue is one of the coolest in the county. Bring a low-back chair, your own wine and food or purchase there. Dogs and kids welcome! June 18: Ted Z. and The Wranglers, June 25: Mike Hammar & The Nails, July 2: The Jim Lanier Band (EPFD Annual fundraiser dinner, concert), July 9: Random Strangers July 16: Arnold Classic Car Show and Bill Welles Band, July 23: Grover Anderson, July 30: Rockslide, August 6: Ten Dollar Pony, August 13: Chains Required, August 20: Cantamos & more TBA Plan to dance…
Pinnell's Carpet One Voted Best In The Mother Lode!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/16/2016 07:45 AM
Angels Camp & Sonora, CA...“Do any of these faces look familiar?! When you visit Pinnell's, our team makes sure your project gets completed with the same care we would do to our own home! For 4 generations Pinnell's has been in the flooring industry and has been serving the tri-county area for over 40 years! We train and certify all of our in house installation team! Quality is what we do! Thank you for voting us Best of the Mother Lode since 2005!”
