As Pooh Would Say a Blustery Start to Our Weather Week for the West Slope & Mother Lode.
Posted by: thepinetree on 02/09/2020 02:25 PM
Arnold, CA...Detailed forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Mostly sunny. Windy. Highs 26 to 41 higher elevations... 43 to 51 lower elevations. Prevailing northeast winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts to around 70 mph. Over ridges, prevailing northeast winds 25 to 45 mph with local gusts to around 60 mph increasing to 35 to 55 mph with local gusts to around 75 mph in the afternoon. Tonight Clear, breezy. Lows 17 to 32 higher elevations...32 to 40 lower elevations. Prevailing northeast winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts to around 60 mph. Over ridges, prevailing northeast winds 35 to 50 mph with local gusts to around 70 mph decreasing to 25 to 40 mph with local gusts to around 55 mph after midnight.
Major Injury Collision with Hazmat Spill Snarled Traffic Near SR88 / Red Lake Rd This Afternoon
Posted by: thepinetree on 02/04/2020 09:22 PM
Kirkwood, CA...Major Injury Collision with Hazmat Spill Snarled Traffic Near SR88 / Red Lake Rd This Afternoon. CAD still showing as an active incident so please use caution for potential activity in the area....
The Dennis Dalton Foundation to Host Super Sunday Fundraiser
Posted by: thepinetree on 02/01/2020 09:37 AM
Jackson, CA...Foundation Aims to Provide Low-Income Children with Financial Assistance for Organized Sports. Join The Dennis Dalton Foundation on Sunday, February 2 starting at 11 a.m. for a Super Sunday Fundraiser event. Enjoy the Big Game on 1 of 7 large TV screens. All ages are welcome. Reservations are encouraged but not necessary.
H&R Block Offers Easiest Way to Get the Most Money Interest Free with Refund Advance Loan of Up to $3,500!
Posted by: thepinetree on 02/01/2020 11:17 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Transforming the taxpayer experience with transparency, no interest and no loan fees. H&R Block offers tax office clients the easiest way to get the most money interest free through applying for a Refund Advance Loan* of up to $3,500 starting Jan. 4. Federal tax refunds can take 21 days to receive, and the IRS expects it will be the first week of March before most people who claim the earned income tax credit or additional child tax credit receive their refunds. However, the Refund Advance, a no-fee, no-interest loan from Axos Bank® offered Jan. 4 to Feb. 29 at participating H&R Block offices, allows clients to access money typically within minutes of filing their tax return.
Tips Lead to Arrests on Narcotic Related Offenses in Pioneer Area
Posted by: thepinetree on 01/30/2020 07:48 AM
Pioneer, CA...From the Amador Sheriff's Dept..."On January 23, 2020, ACCNET agents acted on an anonymous tip and served a search warrant at two different residences in Pioneer. With the information provided and evidence found on scene, two felony arrests were made for narcotic related offenses and child endangerment. Thanks again to the citizens of Amador County for continuing to report suspicious activity."
Introduction to Vegetable Gardening in the Foothills Class is Feb 1
Posted by: thepinetree on 01/27/2020 12:26 AM
Jackson, CA...“Introduction to Vegetable Gardening in the Foothills” class on February 1, 2020. Growing your own vegetables can be fulfilling and downright tasty! Learn what vegetables grow well in the foothills and how best to care for them. Join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County for their free Public Education class, “Introduction to Vegetable Gardening in the Foothills” on Saturday, February 1, 2020. The many micro-climates, in the foothills, challenge gardeners with variations in temperature, water needs, soil quality and pests. This class will provide a great basis for planning and cultivating a productive and vibrant vegetable garden. Handouts will be provided. This class is free and open to the public.
Grafting Backyard Fruit Trees Class is February 15
Posted by: thepinetree on 01/27/2020 12:38 AM
Jackson, CA...“Grafting Backyard Fruit Trees” class on February 15, 2020. Do you have fruit trees in your yard? Would you like to make the most of what you have and possibly create a little more variety? Join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County for their free Public Education class, “Grafting Backyard Fruit Trees” on Saturday, February 15, 2020. Our dormant season (late winter to early spring) is a wonderful time to expand the options in your fruit orchard. Join our instructors as they demonstrate how to graft different varieties of fruit trees to provide an abundant, varied crop. Graft scions may be available for participants to take and try. Handouts will be provided. This class is free and open to the public.
Jackson, CA...“Small Space Gardening Styles: raised beds, square-foot gardens & straw bales.” class on March 7, 2020. Come learn how you can grow herbs, flowers, and vegetables in smaller areas like side yards or decks. Join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County for their free Public Education class, “Small Space Gardening Styles: raised beds, square-foot gardens & straw bales.” on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Raised beds allow you to grow in areas with poor soils or in a variety of containers. Square foot gardens show what you can grow in a single square foot. Gardening in straw bales will give you a built-in medium that can be located and relocated from year to year anywhere you have a sunny location. Master Gardeners will share the pros and cons of these small space gardening solutions. Handouts will be provided. This class is free and open to the public.
Jackson, CA...“Growing Backyard Berries” class on March 28, 2020. Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries and more! Join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County for their free Public Education class, “Growing Backyard Berries” on Saturday, March 28, 2020. Master Gardeners will discuss which berries are best suited for our home gardens and how to successfully maintain and care for them. Topics discussed will include pruning, pests, cultivation and weather tolerance. Handouts will be provided. This class is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. All classes are held in the GSA Building at 12200-B Airport Rd. in Jackson from 9 a.m. until Noon.
