Traffic Update...Loaded Big Rig Blocking Lane on Hwy 108
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 07/25/2012 10:07 AM
Jamestown, CA...A heavy duty tow truck is on expidite and on the way to move a big rig loaded with 80,000 lbs of asphalt that has broken down on Hwy 108 and Obyrnes Ferry Road. Please use caution and expect delays in the area....
Are You Hungry!!....Better Head over to Doc's BBQ on Stockton Road!!
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 07/24/2012 04:46 PM
Sonora, CA...Are you hungry for some great Burgers and BBQ? You better head over to Doc's BBQ in Sonora where a 21 year old local entrepreneur has taken the reigns of this popular establishment.
Stop and Visit Doc's At 636 West Stockton Road or Give Them A Call and Order Ahead At 209-536-1362
Final Pinecrest Shoreline Management Plan Released to the Public
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 07/23/2012 06:41 PM
Sonora, CA... Supplemental to a license agreement with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), the Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), in coordination with the Stanislaus National Forest, today released the final Shoreline Management Plan (SMP) for Pinecrest Lake to the public. The SMP is available at www.pinecrestlakeupdate.com or copies can be obtained at the Stanislaus National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Sonora or the Summit Ranger District Office in Pinecrest, Calif...
Full Highway Closure of Hwy 49 to Hwy 120 in Chinese Camp
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/23/2012 08:21 PM
Tuolumne County, CA..The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed State Route 49 (SR-49) headed north from SR-120/ Chinese Camp to SR-108 for road construction. Work began on Thursday, July 19, 2012, and will continue until Friday, August 31, 2012. ...
One Way Traffic Control on Hwy 108 at Kennedy Meadows
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/23/2012 08:22 PM
Tuolumne County, CA...The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on State Route 108 (SR-108) from Kennedy Meadows to approximately one and half miles east of Kennedy Meadows. Work will begin on Monday, July 23, 2012, through Friday, July 27, 2012, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m....
Blasting to Take Place Near Construction Site at Hwy 108
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/23/2012 08:23 PM
Tuolumne County, CA....On Wednesday, July 25, 2012, Caltrans crews will be blasting near the construction site for the State Route 108 East Sonora Bypass Phase II Project. Blasting is scheduled to start at 4:00 p.m. and Caltrans anticipates being done around 5:00 p.m. Roads will not be closed for blasting and traffic should not be impacted.
Man Posing as Law Enforcement Pulls Over Woman
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/19/2012 09:49 AM
Cold Springs, CA...On Thursday July 12th, a female was driving on Hwy 108 near Cold Springs in Tuolumne County. At approx. 7:00 am, a male subject in a vehicle resembling a law enforcement patrol car stopped her. The subject, who was wearing a tan shirt and pants and posing as a law enforcement officer, approached her and stated she was driving erratically. The subject was wearing a law enforcement type duty belt but did not appear to have a handgun. The subject detained the female for an extended period of time before allowing her to leave. ....
John C. Hyde, 50 of Jamestown So Sadly Lost his Life in Last Evenng's Motorcycle Accident
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 07/19/2012 10:37 AM
Jamestown, CA...The CHP release is now in on the fatal accident we reported on last night. John C. Hyde, 50 of Jamestown sadly lost his life last evening when his 2000 Honda Motorcycle collided with a utility pole on Hwy 49 and Sims Road. Mr. Hyde was riding his motorcycle within the road closure approaching the intersection with Sims Road. As Mr. Hyde approached the traffic barricade, it appears he attempted to go around the left side of the barricade. The front tire and right front handlebar of the Honda hit the left side of the barricade. Mr. Hyde braked while veering off towards the west edge of the highway. Mr. Hyde struck a wood utility pole bordering the west side of the highway and was ejected...
Cause of 24 Acre Jamestown Vegetation Fire Under Investigation
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/18/2012 12:17 PM
Jamestown, CA...CAL Fire states the cause of the 24 acre vegetation fire that occurred on July 15th at Preston Lane in Jamestown is under investigation. There were no damage to the Jamestown Apartments. No Injuries. Multiple Fire Crews responded to this incident. CAL Fire report enclosed...
Sonora Sees Alarming Increase in DUI Accidents and Arrests
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 07/18/2012 02:35 PM
Sonora, CA...The Sonora Police Department has noticed an alarming increase in driving under the influence accidents and arrests during the first six months of 2012. Between Jan and June 2011, the Sonora Police Department only had 27 arrests for DUI. This year, during the same time period the Department has had 60 arrests. There has also been a 19% increase in DUI related accidents....
