Sonora Pass Closed For Winter... Ebbetts Pass Closed but May Reopen!
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/21/2017 12:47 PM
Alpine, Tuolumne, Mono and Inyo Counties – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the seasonal closure of Sonora Pass (SR-108) due to accumulations of snow and ice on this route.
Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor Chris Baker encountered 8" of snow covering a thick sheet of ice that stopped his progress at about 8,000' on the Sonora Pass with snow falling and deeper drifts ahead. Photo credit: Chris Baker
Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor stops above upper Cascade Falls to inspect the snow-covered route below Ebbetts Pass. Photo credit: Clinton Neeley
The Big CHS Thrift Black Friday Blowout is November 24th!!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/20/2017 12:30 AM
Arnold, CA...The Big CHS Thrift Black Friday Blowout is November 24th!!!
Dr. Smart of MTHD Speaks at Independence Hall on November 30th
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/20/2017 08:08 AM
Arnold, CA...On Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 6pm at Independence Hall in Arnold, Dr. Randall Smart, Executive Director of the Mark Twain Health Care District will address residents of Ebbetts Pass on the state of health care in Calaveras County. Dignity Health’s current contract with the district expires in 2019. The health care district will decide between three options which include remaining with Dignity Health or another affiliate, choosing to operate the hospital independently or with a management-of-services agreement. All voters are requested to attend, if possible, as the district’s decision becomes an election issue in 2018 for the Calaveras registrant.
Get Your Home Organized for the Holidays With Laurie's Home Organizing 209.728.4700
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/20/2017 12:36 PM
Murphys, CA...Laurie’s Home Organizing can ring more order & new beauty to your surroundings. Existing furnishings skillfully & artfully put together to increase the charm and function of living spaces. As your professional organizer I find joy in helping manage the “stuff of life” --whatever it may be. Creative, neat, orderly, fast, easy to work with-- taking the ordinary & creating extraordinary results. Assist you in anyway that fulfills your individual needs. Consultation Services – Affordable & Efficient. Staging homes & yards to increase curb appeal. Reorganize kitchen, bath, closets etc. Eliminating unwanted clutter in your home or office. Testimonials and References Available. Laurie Nedwick 209 728-4700 lenedwick@gmail.com
"Simon" The Siamese Cat is Missing. Help Him Find His Way Home
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/18/2017 11:18 AM
Arnold, CA...Missing Siamese Cat “Simon” near Mitchell and Lightning, Arnold. Should have collar with name tag.
Call (209) 795-7807
The "Mokelumne Express" Towers Are In For Bear Valley's New High Speed Six Chair Lift!
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/18/2017 02:47 PM
Bear Valley, CA...Bear Valley has given an update on progress on the new "Mokelumne Express" Lift..."What an incredible bluebird day for flying. Work began at 7am today with temps hovering around 19-22 degrees. Started with a safety & planning briefing then the crews headed out to their positions. The speed at which these multi-thousand pound structures are being flown and then received by crews on the ground is an impressive feat. The story today is the crew. From the pilots to the team on the ground receiving the towers and crossbars – the adrenaline is pumping on a day like today. So proud of our BV teams in collaboration with Alpine Cable and Construction (Lift Install contract team) to successfully maneuver in some very icy conditions and complete the placement of the towers. We will have some video coming soon. On we go!"
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA...Ever since we opened our first store in Downtown Sonora, our goal has been the same. To provide our customers with high quality, innovative outdoor products, priced so you can spend more time using your gear than paying for it. At SNAC, you’ll find affordable clothing and gear to outfit yourself for every outdoor adventure! Recreational kayaking, stand-up paddling (SUP) canoeing, backpacking, camping, climbing … in the winter, layer up for snowshoeing, skiing, snowboarding, and more.
Tis the Season as Chain Controls in Effect on Local Highways
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/17/2017 08:12 AM
Arnold, CA...The precipitation and the nip in the air is bring snow to the high country. Sonora, Ebbetts & Tioga Passes are closed. Ebbetts is closed at the east end of Lake Alpine, Sonora is closed 26.4 miles of Strawberry or just over a marathon's length from Strawberry. Chain controls from Tamarack on up Hwy 4, 8.7 miles past Strawberry on Hwy 108 and from 6.3 Miles east of Ham's Station on Hwy 88. Drive Safe out there...
California Hospital Association’s Rural Healthcare Center Advisory Board Taps Mark Twain Medical Center CEO Bob Diehl as New Appointee to Focus on Access to Care for Rural Hospitals
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/17/2017 01:17 PM
San Andreas, CA...Dignity Health announced that Bob Diehl, President and CEO of Mark Twain Medical Center, has been named to the California Hospital Association’s Rural Healthcare Center Advisory Board. Diehl’s three-year term begins Jan. 1, 2018. “I’m excited to join an advisory board that is committed to meeting the healthcare needs of patients in rural communities,” said Diehl. “In today’s challenging and ever-changing health care environment, I look forward to advancing successful best-practices of California’s rural hospitals. I’m honored.”
Bob Diehl, President and CEO of Mark Twain Medical Center
