Ebbetts Pass Fire District Sponsors “Measure A” to Avoid Cuts in Services
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/06/2019 10:33 AM
Arnold, CA...The Ebbetts Pass Fire District (EPFD) Board of Directors is sponsoring “Measure A,” which is a special tax measure that will fund the continued operation of fire, ambulance and paramedic services to the Upper Highway 4 Corridor. The Fire District serves community members who live in the 225-square-mile District along Highway 4 between Forest Meadows and Bear Valley. The EPFD Board of Directors put forth Measure A to address a $400,000 budget deficit the District is currently facing. If Measure A does not pass, fire, ambulance and paramedic services will have to be cut starting July 1, 2019. Eligible voters will receive ballots in the mail in early April and those ballots must be mailed to the Calaveras County Elections Office by May 7, 2019. In order to pass, Measure A must receive a two-thirds majority, meaning 66.67% of voters must vote “Yes”.
Thunderstorm Warning from National Weather Service Sacramento
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/06/2019 03:50 PM
Arnold, CA...At 308 PM PST, scattered strong thunderstorms were located near San Andreas south to near Sonora and La Grange, moving northeast at 30 mph. Half inch hail is possible with these storm along with heavy rain. Locations impacted include...Sonora, Jackson, San Andreas, Calaveras Big Trees SP, Paloma, Big Bend Summit, Ione, Valley Springs, Rail Road Flat, Pollock Pines, Camino, Pinecrest, Rancho Calaveras, Drytown, Smith Station, Glencoe, Grizzly Flat, Clinton, Copper Cove Village and Volcano.
Traffic Update....Hwy 140 Closed in Ferguson Fire Burn Scar Area
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/06/2019 03:53 PM
Mariposa, CA...The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is planning a pre-emptive closure of State Route 140 in and near the Ferguson Fire burn scar beginning at approximately 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 2019. This is due to an ongoing storm that could impact the roadway, and the closure is scheduled for the sake of public safety. The estimated time of opening is dependent upon the impact of the weather. This closure will take place for approximately 17 miles from Bear Creek near Midpines to Foresta Road in El Portal – approximately 4 miles west of the Yosemite National Park entrance. Risks for this stretch of roadway in storm conditions include mudslides and the movement of debris, such as rocks, onto highway lanes.
Jackson, CA...Hospice of Amador & Calaveras would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our generous community for making the 2019 ‘Take a Chance on Love’ Valentine’s Day Drawing a HUGE success! We are happy to report that we raised over $13k through the purchase of 2,524 tickets!
Winter Storm Warning & Flood Watches in Effect This Week.
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/04/2019 08:21 PM
Arnold, CA...Heavy snow and strong wind Tuesday night into Thursday. Pacific storm will bring moderate to heavy snow and strong wind beginning Tuesday afternoon into evening and continuing into Thursday morning. Motorists planning travel into the high country this week should check the latest road and weather conditions, and be prepared for hazardous winter travel. Periods of light to moderate snow showers continue Thursday into Friday as snow levels lower into the foothills. Increased flood potential Tuesday into Thursday...Moderate to heavy rain expected Tuesday night through Wednesday. With streams, creeks, and main stem rivers running at high levels, and already saturated soils, additional rain will increase flooding potential.
Mother Lode Jewish Community’s Purim & Passover Gatherings
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/03/2019 11:51 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Purim, the Story of Esther and Hamen. The Mother Lode Jewish Community will be holding its annual Purim Party - with an Out of This World/Space Traveler theme, on Saturday evening, March 23rd in Murphys. Purim is a festive Jewish Holiday that commemorates the defeat of Haman's plot to massacre the Jews as recorded in the book of Esther. The MLJC’s annual Purim Party is a potluck dinner affair for the entire family, from 6 to 10 pm, with live music and a chance to participate in, or enjoy the antics of, the MLJC Thespians …as well as eat lots ‘n lots of Hamentashen! Attendees are encouraged to come as their favorite space traveler. The potluck dinner will be vegetarian Mediterranean & Middle Eastern.
The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping & Renting Locally!
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/03/2019 02:14 PM
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA...The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally! Back in the early 90’s, when Shawn was selling out of the back of his truck as “The Eddy Mart”, the most important items to have on hand were life jackets, river shorts, sandals and river knives. Oh yes, and a few things the rafting customers would want, t-shirts, hats, sunscreen, etc. It became obvious that The Eddy Mart was getting too big to operate out of a garage when the whitewater kayaks came. It was time for a storefront. That’s when providence arrived on the scene.
46th Annual Bjornloppet Hits the Nordic Trails March 9 & 10
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/03/2019 02:56 PM
Bear Valley, California On Saturday, March 9th, cross country skiers from near and far will assemble in the Bear Valley Meadow for the 46th running of the Bjornloppet Ski Race and Festival. With a 10:30 am start, The “Bjornloppet”, meaning Bear Race in Norwegian, is enjoyed by young and old alike. There are divisions for all ages and two distances are offered, 20 kilometers (two laps) and 10 kilometers in Saturday’s freestyle (striding or ski skating) race.
Arnold, CA...If you are heading to the hills to recreate today pack your chains as these are the conditions in our area at this time. On Hwy 88 you can reach Kirkwood from the west today but you will need to chain up 6 miles past Ham Station. On Hwy 4 traction aids are needed at Tamarack. Hwy 108 is chain control free at this time...
