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FCC Adopts Internet Rules Without Prior Public Disclosure

Posted by: thepinetree on 02/26/2015 11:03 AM

Washington, D.C. – Ending lingering uncertainty about the future of the Open Internet, the Federal Communications Commission today set sustainable rules of the roads that will protect free expression and innovation on the Internet and promote investment in the nation’s broadband networks. The FCC has long been committed to protecting and promoting an Internet that nurtures freedom of speech and expression, supports innovation and commerce, and incentivizes expansion and investment by America’s broadband providers. But the agency’s attempts to implement enforceable, sustainable rules to protect the Open Internet have been twice struck down by the courts....

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Calaveras Community Foundation Receives Save Mart Donation

Posted by: thepinetree on 02/24/2015 12:14 AM

Angels Camp, CA...Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) has received a generous $5000 donation from Save Mart Supermarkets. Funds are to benefit the Career and Technical Training (C&TT) Scholarship Fund. At this level of donation, Save Mart moves into the ranks of a corporate partner and CCF is most grateful for Save Mart’s continued support...

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BOE to Consider Lower Excise Tax Rate for Gasoline Rate Could Drop from 36 to 28.5 Cents Per Gallon

Posted by: thepinetree on 02/23/2015 12:54 PM

Sacramento, CA...Members of the California State Board of Equalization (BOE) will vote on whether to lower the excise tax rate on gasoline by 7.5 cents during its February 24, 2015 meeting at 5901 Green Valley Circle, Room 207, in Culver City. If adopted, the 28.5 cent excise tax will become effective on July 1, 2015 and last through June 30, 2016. Currently, drivers pay 36 cents per gallon in state excise tax. State law requires the Board to set the rate for the coming fiscal year by March 1st of each year, following a complicated formula known as the “fuel tax swap.” More information and a video explanation of this process is available here...

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Business Community Turns Out For Mixer At New MTMC Heart Center

Posted by: thepinetree on 02/20/2015 12:02 PM

San Andreas, CA...Mark Twain Medical Center hosted the February Chamber mixer at their new Heart Center. Introduced and welcomed was Cardiologist Dr. Courtney Virgilio. MTMC rolled out the red carpet for the event with great food and even gifts for attendees. State Senator Tom Berryhill was also in attendance and some of you may not know he is now a local resident having moved from Ceres to Twain Harte. It was a great night and another example of quality, expert services available here locally. Just click below for lots and lots of photos...

Sonora Police Department Recognizes Employees & Volunteers of the Year.

Posted by: thepinetree on 02/20/2015 07:49 PM

Sonora, CA...The Sonora Police Department’s Awards Committee recommended the following individuals be recognized as Employees/Volunteers of the Year for the Police Department. On 17 February 15, all the individuals were recognized before the City Council and were presented certificates for their accomplishment. Each individual will have their name added to the perpetual plaques which are displayed in the lobby of the Police Department. This years recipients were...

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Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – February 20 to February 28

Posted by: thepinetree on 02/19/2015 08:00 AM

Arnold, CA...“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Ebbetts Pass Visitors Center and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville. For more detailed info visit The Schedule. Please come by and pick one up or contact the Visitors Center at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”

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Win At Trip To Ireland Murphys Irish Day Raffle

Posted by: thepinetree on 02/19/2015 08:17 AM

Murphys, CA...The luck of the Irish will take on special meaning for one happy twosome when they are transported from a gold rush town with Irish heritage to the fabled land of shamrocks and leprechauns as grand prize winners of the Win a Trip to Ireland raffle as part of this year’s Murphys Irish Day celebration that will be held Saturday, March 21. The coveted prize offers the travelers flexibility in creating their own itinerary. They will enjoy their first night in a pre-booked accommodation in Dublin or Shannon and then spend the next five nights in Irish Bed & Breakfasts sprinkled throughout the countryside. The couple will have daily home cooked Irish breakfasts. Air transportation and a standard shift rental car are included...

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Agenda For Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 2/24/2015 9:00 AM

Posted by: thepinetree on 02/19/2015 09:20 AM

San Andreas, CA...The 2015 Calaveras County Board of Supervisors will be back in action next Tuesday. Some of the agenda items are:Approve amendments to Conflict of Interest Codes for Vallecito Union School District. Adopt a Resolution approving the Second Amended and Restated Central Sierra Economic Development District Joint Powers Agreement and authorizing the Board Chair to sign on behalf of the County. Receive the 2014 Annual Report of the Calaveras County Fish & Game Commission. Adopt a Resolution supporting CALNET Broadband projects in Calaveras County. These items and many more will be discussed next Tuesday along with the every exciting public comments section of the meeting. The full agenda is enclosed....

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Lake Tulloch May Shrink Significantly This Summer

Posted by: thepinetree on 02/19/2015 05:58 PM

Copperopolis, CA...The Oakdale Irrigation District announced Tuesday that it may draw down the majority of Lake Tulloch this summer in order to meet the irrigation needs of farmers. However, this is a last-resort option, according to OID General Manager Steve Knell, and would only occur if the Stanislaus River water supply does not significantly improve by April. If the draw-down of Tulloch does take place – likely in August or September – the surface of the reservoir may drop below the Calaveras County Water District’s water intake, where water is pumped from the reservoir to the water treatment plant. This would require the intake system to be extended much deeper into the reservoir canyon in order to continue supplying water service to the more than 2,500 connections CCWD has in Copperopolis.