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Calaveras County’s Gail Belmont Veteran of the Year |
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Posted by: Lea_Marie_C_Paar on 06/27/2014 01:59 PM
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Sacramento, Ca – Senator Tom Berryhill (R- Twain Harte) paid tribute to Calaveras county resident, Staff Sergeant Gail Belmont, as his 2014 Veteran of the Year. Belmont was given a Senate Resolution honoring her service at the seventh annual Veterans Recognition Luncheon at Sacramento’s Convention Center. Belmont’s service began just after her 18th birthday. Her first assignment was to play Taps at the funeral of fallen soldiers during the Vietnam War. Her patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve have continued to this day, long after her military service ended. Gail Belmont founded Quilts of Honor in 2010, a nonprofit, volunteer organization that honors servicemen and veterans suffering from combat related injuries and wounds, with handmade patriotic quilts. The organization now has chapters in Wisconsin, Texas, Kansas, Virginia and Idaho but the heart of this volunteer organization remains in the foothills of the 14th Senate District as well as the Central Valley. Three hundred volunteer quilters from Amador, Tuolumne, Oakdale and Turlock provide about 2,000 quilts a year to our returning heroes...
"It was an awesome experience, especially being a female from the Vietnam era," Gail said.
Congratulations, Gail! |
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Fireworks Not Allowed Everywhere |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 06/27/2014 06:37 PM
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San Andreas, CA... Each year illegal and misused fireworks cause serious injuries and damaging wildfires. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is taking a zero tolerance stand against anyone possessing, transporting or using illegal fireworks. The penalties for possessing, transporting or using illegal fireworks ranges from a misdemeanor up to felony charges plus the cost incurred for fire suppression. Illegal fireworks in California are those that explode, leave the ground, or move about uncontrollably. Illegal fireworks include sky rockets, bottle rockets, and roman candles. Use of any fireworks which causes an injury or fire may result in a citation or arrest...
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Free and Reduced Policy for the National School Lunch Program |
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Posted by: Lea_Marie_C_Paar on 06/26/2014 10:16 PM
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Calaveras Unified School District today announced its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. The Food Service department has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party...
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Locals Don Barker and JoAnn Ebbett are Super & Secret and are Suprescret |
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Posted by: Lea_Marie_C_Paar on 06/26/2014 11:40 PM
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Valley Springs, Ca...Sit back; enjoy an evening of music with Suprecret’s long list of classic rock, blues, jazz, reggae and county music. Calaveras Arts Council’s Free Music in the Park 2014 series will fill the air in Valley Spring at the Ball Field on July 9. Music begins at 6:30pm and ends at 8:00pm. Bring your low back chairs, picnic dinner and beverages of choice. Suprecret has a newer history as a performing duo but each musician has a lifelong involvement and performance experience in music. Don Barker on vocals and guitar with JoAnn Ebbett on piano and vocals bring their intimate ballads, rock and roll, blues, reggae and country sound on stage for the audience to enjoy. However, don’t just sit there, get up and dance...
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The Valley Springs Monthly Immunization Clinic |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 06/25/2014 09:25 AM
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Valley Springs, CA...Due to low attendance at the Public Health Services’ Valley Springs, Immunization Clinic, Public Health Services will no longer offer immunizations at the United Methodist Church at 135 Laurel, Valley Springs, effective July 1, 2014. The immunization clinics in San Andreas will continue as follows...
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How The Glass Buster Was Cured By The Glass Doctor ~ by Terry Grillo |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 06/24/2014 08:21 AM
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Volcano, CA...It began as a normal Saturday, with a few chores and projects - all quite pleasant - and quickly crashed into grief all around me. My wife asked me to hang a very old, hand-colored photograph of her grandparents. It is their wedding photo and dates from around the First World War, so it is probably a century old. Held in a lovely old frame, it’s covered with the kind of raised and curved glass popular in those days, but now found rarely and in antique shops. Joseph Kusic arrived in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania from his native Slovenia, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, in the early years the 20th century. Three years later he sent for his intended after she told him that if he didn't get busy and do something about their relationship she was going to marry a fellow from the next village....
Mark Borchin, owner of the Glass Doctor in Jackson, Amador County, holds the restored glass with antique frame and photo that the author dropped right in front of his wife. The photo, frame and new glass, and the ham-fisted hanger survive, thanks to Mr. Borchin.
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Gold Country Firemen's Muster, Mustered On At Frogtown |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 06/24/2014 01:56 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...Frogtown was filled with antique and historic fire fighting equipment as firefighters from across the state attended the Gold Country Firemen's Muster. Our local districts were well represented. A full schedule of events were held on Saturday and Sunday. Some of the event included Antique Engine Competitions, Steamer and Hand Pumpers, Bucket Brigades, Hose Carts, Kids Games, Equipment Displays and more....
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Gold Country Fireman's Muster Video In HD |
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Foothill Conservancy Applauds Wild & Scenic Bill's Committee Passage |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 06/24/2014 02:40 PM
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Sacramento, CA....On Monday, June 23, the Assembly Committee on Natural Resources passed Senate Bill 1199, which would protect 37 miles of the Mokelumne River with state Wild and Scenic River designation. The final vote was 6-2, with one committee member absent. “We’re really happy to see the bill moving on,” said Cecily Smith, Foothill Conservancy executive director. “Meanwhile, Senator Hancock has pledged to work with the opponents to address their concerns as the bill moves forward.”
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The Calaveras County Sheriff's Office Logs For June 18th through 24th |
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Posted by: Lea_Marie_C_Paar on 06/24/2014 04:14 PM
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San Andreas, CA...The Calaveras County Sheriff's Office Logs For June 18th through 24th...
We would like to Thank Signal Service for Sponsoring our Law Enforcement Category! |
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Assessed Values in Calaveras County Increase About 6%. Assessment Roll Totals Almost $5.8 Billion |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 06/24/2014 04:23 PM
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San Andreas, CA...According to figures released by County Assessor Leslie Davis, the assessed value of property in Calaveras County increased about six percent. This year’s assessment roll totals almost $5.8 billion. The assessment rolls provide the basis for funding local government services. Almost two-thirds of the property taxes are shared by local school districts. The balance of the property tax is shared by the County, City of Angels, and special districts such as fire districts...
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