San Andreas, CA...The mission of the Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce is to promote the county, the local economy and businesses of Calaveras County. River Rafting Rafting the Mokelumne River. The Bureau of Land Management and EBMUD are moving ahead with a 3 year study of Commercial Recreational Rafting trips on the Mokelumne River. At a BLM Meeting earlier this week, the Chamber of Commerce, along with other local groups and individuals spoke up to encourage the BLM. We view this as a boost to local revenues and we are thrilled that after a long effort by our local rafting company OARS, this dream is becoming a reality....

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Court Decision May End Public Access to Private Forests

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/06/2012 11:57 AM

(Sacramento) – For decades private forest landowners have provided a variety of opportunities for public access on their lands, from full public access to no public access. Those forest owners who do provide access often allow Californians to hike, hunt, fish, bicycle and enjoy other outdoor activities in their scenic forests. Unfortunately, access to millions of beautiful forested acres may become a thing-of-the-past due to recent federal court rulings on wildfire liability...

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Unemployment Inches Up to 8.3%. 163,000 Non Farm Jobs Added, 150,000 Drop From Workforce.

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/03/2012 08:26 AM

Washington, DC...Nonfarm payroll employment rose by 163,000 in July, and the unemployment rate, at 8.3 percent, was essentially unchanged. Thus far in 2012, job growth has averaged 151,000 per month, about the same as the monthly average for 2011 (+153,000). In July, employment rose in professional and business services, food services and drinking places, and manufacturing....

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Unprecedented Sales On Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 08/02/2012 07:48 PM

Atlanta, GA...We are very grateful and humbled by the incredible turnout of loyal Chick-fil-A customers on August 1 at Chick-fil-A restaurants around the country. Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day was not a company promotion; it was initiated by others. We congratulate local Chick-fil-A Owner/Operators and their team members for striving to serve each and every customer with genuine hospitality.

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Blue Mountain Group Awared Grant From Home Depot!

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/02/2012 09:33 AM

West Point, California, August, 2012 – Through its Community Impact Grants Program, The Home Depot® Foundation has awarded $4,400 to the BMC Workshop of the Blue Mountain Community Renewal Council. The donation will be used to replace siding on the West Point Community Hall. “What fantastic encouragement to us to get financial help to enable us to replace the weather-beaten, sun-damaged siding on this magnificent old community hall,” said Sandi Krewski, founder and leader of West Point’s BMC (Saturday-morning) Workshop. “Our team works tirelessly every weekend to improve downtown West Point, and, in particular, the Community Hall...

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Dyemusica and Coppermine Vineyards To Be Featured at Angels Camp Farmers Market This Friday

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 08/01/2012 01:10 PM

Angels Camp, Ca...This Week the Angels Camp Farmers Market features live music by local band Dyemusica who will be playing their unique blend of Reggae Rock and free wine tasting will be offered by Coppermine Vineyards. Every week, the Angels Camp Farmers Market features fresh seasonal produce from local and regional farms and growers, artisan foods, fresh baked breads and pastries, as well as local arts and crafts. Those seeking dinner are treated to fresh, made to order BBQ'd selections including ribs, chicken, veggies and sausage links from V Restaurant and Bistro out of Murphys, as well as Rico's Taco's grilling fresh chicken, steak and shrimp tacos and quesadilla's....

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Blooms and Things Celebrates 27 Years in Calaveras!!!!

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 08/01/2012 01:35 PM

Angels Caamp, CA...The McFall Family (Ron,Vicki, & Mark) of Blooms and Things celebrates 27 Yrs of being in business in Calaveras County. Congratulations McFalls!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Remember Frogtown Is the Perfect Place for Events that are Hoppening!!

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 07/29/2012 04:52 PM

McKesson Settles with State Over Inflated Prescription Drug Prices

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 07/27/2012 09:02 AM

SAN FRANCISCO -- Attorney General Kamala D. Harris announced today that California joined 29 other states in a $151 million settlement with one of the nation’s largest drug wholesalers to resolve allegations the company inflated the price of prescription drugs by as much as 25 percent, causing the states’ Medicaid programs to overpay millions of dollars in pharmacy reimbursements. California’s recovery of the settlement with San Francisco-based McKesson Corporation is $23,585,849...

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The Passing of the Lisa Torch at CVB Dinner Tonight at Camps ~By John Hamilton

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 07/24/2012 11:23 PM

Angels Camp, CA...Tonight was the annual CVB Dinner and going away dinner for Lisa Mayo. Lisa is leaving as Executive Director of the Calaveras County Visitors Bureau after 11 years of service. There were speeches, awards and even proclamations by Calaveras County Board of Supervisors and the City of Angels Camp. The CVB recently appointed Cave and Mine Adventures Marketing Director Lisa Boulton to fill her shoes. It should prove a seamless transition as "The Lisas" have worked side by side on many Tourism related projects over the years. Lisa is also an outgoing member of the CVB board so she is well versed on current issues as well....