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CAL FIRE Increases Firefighter Staffing in Central Valley & Sierra |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/12/2014 08:29 AM
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Sacramento, CA...Despite recent rain, California has not received enough rainfall to make up for this winter’s dry weather pattern and the third dry year in a row. As a result, continued drought conditions and wildfires have required CAL FIRE to hire several dozen seasonal firefighters earlier than normal across the Central Valley and Central Sierra. “The recent rainfall is not enough for us to let our guard down,” said Chief Dale Hutchinson, CAL FIRE Southern Region Chief. “Though the rain is great in the short term, even if it rained straight for several months, we wouldn’t catch up to the amount of rainfall we need.” The additional seasonal firefighter hiring includes 15 firefighters in CAL FIRE's Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit, 14 in the Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit, and 12 in the Fresno-Kings Unit. The additional firefighters come just one week after nearly two dozen seasonal firefighters were hired in Tulare County....
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Open House Slated for Updates on Rim Fire Recovery Project |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/11/2014 09:48 PM
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Sonora, CA…The Stanislaus National Forest will host an open house on Thursday, February 13 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Stanislaus National Forest’s Conference Room at 19777 Greenley Road, Sonora (across the street from the Tuolumne County Library). “We want to continue to provide information to the public regarding the progress on the proposed Rim Fire Recovery Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). This will be another great opportunity for the public to see what the Forest is proposing during this initial phase of recovery within the burn,” Maria Benech, Rim Fire Recovery EIS ID Team Leader said. Several dozen members of the local community attended three previous Open Houses held in December which provided an overview of the initial proposed actions and poster presentations by various resource experts. This Open House is intended to share information regarding new alternatives developed based on public involvement and collaborative efforts....
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Child Endangerment Arrest |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/11/2014 08:17 PM
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Sonora, CA... 8 February 2014, at approx. 12:25 am, an officer observed a Nissan Altima speeding northbound on Greenly Road, traveling approximately 55 miles per hour in a posted 25 mile per hour zone. The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver failed to yield to the lights and siren of the patrol vehicle, and continued northbound on Greenly Road at a high rate of speed. The vehicle lost control and struck a raised curb, causing the left front tire to blow out. However, this didn’t slow the driver as they continued northbound at a high rate of speed.
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Rim Fire Burn Area Responding Well to Recent Rains |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/11/2014 05:28 PM
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Sonora, CA...Since October 1, rainfall ranging from approx. six to 12 inches has fallen across the Rim Fire burn area, with close to half this amount falling in the last five days. Near Groveland, almost three inches of rain fell in the last five days, while Mt. Elizabeth, near Twain Harte received almost seven inches in the same period, sparking fears of storm damage in the Rim Fire burn area....
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Caltrans Activates Signs to Urge Drivers to Save Water |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/11/2014 05:04 PM
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Sacramento, CA...In response to the state’s severe drought, Caltrans is launching a statewide educational campaign on the state’s highways, urging all Californians to conserve water. Beginning today, California’s more than 700 electronic highway signs will display the following water conservation message:
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Traffic Advisory State Route 120 From Old Priest Grade To Hardin Flat Road |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/09/2014 11:59 PM
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Tuolumne County – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will sweep State Route 120 (SR-120) from Old Priest Grade (past Moccasin Road) to Hardin Flat Road. Work will occur as follows: The #1 (left) and #2 (right) lanes on eastbound and westbound SR-120 from Old Priest Grade (past Moccasin Road) to Big Oak Road will alternately close on Monday, February 10, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m...
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Great Flooring Specials at Pinnell's Carpet One in Angels Camp & Sonora |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/10/2014 11:38 PM
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Dodge Ridge To Open Limited Terrain On Thursday |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/10/2014 11:57 AM
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Pinecrest, CA...Dodge Ridge will open this Thursday, Feb 13 for upper mountain Skiing + Riding! The past five days of snowfall have left Dodge Ridge with 51″ at the summit (8,200 ft), 20-24″ at the mid-mountain locals lodge (7,100 ft) and a foot of new snowfall at the base area (6,600 ft). Chairs 5, 7, 8 and T Bar-643 will be in operation for upper mountain intermediate to advanced skiers and riders. Very Limited beginner terrain will be available, Snowsports School Lessons programs will be reservations only.
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Great Service Specials at Mother Lode Motors! |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/09/2014 11:43 AM
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Sonora, CA...Mother Lode Motors in Sonora has Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, and Cummins Diesel factory trained technicians and parts. We offer a full service department for all makes and models. Just click on the Coupons below for a larger version to print to take with you. Mother Lode Motors is your local KIA Dealer and has a wide selection of new and used vehicles. Just click below to view their inventory or schedule a service appointment today.
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"With Vision There Is Hope" Bruce Vincent to Keynote TuCARE’s Annual Dinner & Auction |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/08/2014 03:17 PM
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Sonora, CA...TuCARE’s Annual Dinner & Auction is March 8th, 2014 at the Sonora Elks Lodge. Social Time begins at 5:00 pm. Dinner and Awards at 6:30 pm. Featured Speaker Bruce Vincent will deliver a rousing speech titled "With Vision There Is Hope". Bruce Vincent is a third generation logger from Libby, Montana. During the past 20 years, he has given motivational speeches throughout the United States and the world, has testified on natural resource issues before Congress and has appeared on several news programs such as “60 Minutes”. Bruce has been named Timberman of the Year in Montana, National Forest Activist of the Year, the Agri-Women’s 2007 Veritas Award Winner, and in 2004 received the inaugural Presidential Preserve America Award from President Bush. Bruce has been married to his wife Patti Jo for 35 years and has four children, two sons-in-law, one daughter-in-law, and five grandchildren. His current activities represent a family commitment to responsible environmentalism....
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