Sickness Unto Death Part V: Why Rural America is So Sick ~ By John MacWillie, Ph.D.
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/10/2017 10:01 AM
Murphys, CA...The health of rural Americans is worse than those who live in cities, in part because rural health care systems are collapsing. This is a problem that has been long in the making. America shifted from a predominantly rural population to one that was more urban in 1920. This pattern continues today. In 1990, 25% of Americans still lived in rural counties. Today that proportion is closer to 17%. A more important characteristic is the difference between urban and rural areas in terms of income, poverty rates, and unemployment. According to research from the US Department of Agriculture, urban residents make nearly 30% more per year than do rural residents and the difference between these regions is growing. (USDA 2015). The rate of urban employment is 112% above what it was in 2000, while rural employment is at 97%. (USDA 2017). Consequently young people in rural areas are migrating to cities for employment and other opportunities, leaving the social fabric of rural areas older, fragmented, and less resilient. At the same time, the proportion of rural residents that are older or are veterans has substantially increased -- populations that need more not less health care.
CAL FIRE Suspends Burn Permits in Tuolumne, Calaveras, Eastern Stanislaus and Eastern San Joaquin Counties
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/09/2017 10:44 AM
San Andreas, CA...June 12th, 2017 – After a wet winter, warming temperatures are quickly drying out the abundant annual grass crop. The increasing fire danger posed by the high volume of dead grass and hotter, drier conditions in the region is prompting CAL FIRE to suspend all burn permits for outdoor residential burning within the State Responsibility Area of Tuolumne and Calaveras Counties. This suspension takes effect June 12th, 2017 and bans all residential outdoor burning of landscape debris such as branches and leaves.
Calaveras Uncorked Wine Education Night with Steve Millier
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/08/2017 02:52 PM
Murphys, CA...On June 8th, esteemed winemaker Steve Millier, winemaker for Ironstone Vineyards, Milliaire Winery and Black Sheep Winery will be pouring and showcasing an Ironstone Vineyards portfolio of wines and Lodi counterparts while discussing their sustainable winemaking and viticulture practices. Come learn and taste Ironstone's Gold Medal Winners including their "Best in Show" Double Gold Reserve Viognier! Tickets are only $25 and includes tasting, winemaker discussion and light cheese and appetisers.
2017 Ironstone Amphitheatre Concert Season Starts With a Sell Out for Toby Keith on Friday!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/08/2017 02:43 PM
Murphys, CA...Richter Entertainment Group is proud to present their biggest concert season yet! Tickets available for Boston and our other shows, but no tickets left for Toby. Please, don’t come to Toby on Friday Night without a ticket.
Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Specials Through June 13th
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/07/2017 11:41 PM
Angels Camp & Murphys, CA...For the best Deli Sandwiches in Calaveras County, come on in and treat yourself to the tastiest and freshest 'made with love' deli sandwiches around. Angels Food Deli, Text your order to 209.753.7331 Or You may call your order in to 209.736.4243 ext 14. Sierra Hills Market Deli, Text your order to 209.753.7115 Or You may call your order in to 209.728.3402 ext 305. Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. "We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. " - Mike Croshaw Wishing you Good Times & Good Cheer. Sierra Hills Market 209-728-3402 Angels Food Market 209-736-4243 Shop Local * Buy Local * Go Local
Click Above For Their Weekly Savings. Sierra Hills Market 209.728.3402, 117 Highway 4, Murphys. Lila and Sage Catering and Cakes 209.728.2604. Angels Food Market 209.736.4243. 396 North Main Street, Angels Camp. Save 10% When you buy 4 or more bottles of liquor or wine. Remember we already have the best prices on liquor and the biggest local wine selection.
Ironstone Concert Series Starts With A Bang With Toby Keith On Friday, Boston & Joan Jett On Saturday!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/05/2017 12:51 PM
Murphys, CA...Ladies & Gents, Boys & Girls...we have heard from many in the community wanting to know when Ironstone was returning to a full, wall to wall summer schedule? Well that time is now! With 11 shows on tap from some of the largest names in the music business this year should be epic. These 11 don't even count Ironstones's 4th of July Celebration and the Concurs d Elegance. So from now though the end of September Ironstone will rockin and rolling.
The 2017 Bret Harte High School Graduation Photos & Video
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/05/2017 08:42 AM
Angels Camp, CA...It was another great group of now young men and women that received their diplomas last Friday night. One of the things that always impresses us about our local schools is the commitment to the kids and our communities that the staff of our schools displays. There is invariably one or two students receiving their diplomas from a mother or father on staff of the school. For much of the staff teaching or serving at our local schools is much more than just a job. It is part of their families future and also legacy. Below are photos and video of the class. For this year most of the group photos have been uploaded at full resolution as well so when you click on many of the photos you will get a much larger image. Congratulations to the Bret Harte Class of 2017 and may you make your dreams for a great future come true!!
The 28th Annual Chicken in a Barrel is Today! Don't Miss It
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/03/2017 10:55 AM
Murphys, CA...Today is the day!!! Michelson Elementary's 28th annual Chicken in the Barrel! 12-5pm Murphys Park. Fun for the whole family! Don't miss it!!!We are getting so excited for this Saturday from 12-5. Can't wait to see you there!! This Fun Family event in the Murphys Community Park benefits the Michelson Elementary Parent's Club! Saturday, June 3rd - noon to 5pm.... (Below are a few photos from past years, video from 2012 and some grainy video from 2006.)
LBGT Alliance Honors Their Scholarship Winners At The Pourhouse
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/03/2017 10:08 AM
Murphys, CA...TheTri-County LGBT Alliance is hosting its June family-friendly mixer on Wednesday, June 7th at the Murphys Pourhouse starting at 6:30pm. They invite all friends, family, community allies, and LGBT members to the Pourhouse. The Alliance will publicly announcing and acknowledge the four graduating high school seniors who won the 2017 Tri-County LGBT Alliance Scholarship on acceptance.
Sickness Unto Death Part IV: Dollars and Sense - In Sickness and Health ~ By John MacWillie, Ph.D.
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/03/2017 11:50 PM
Murphys, CA...We pay more for our health care -- in some cases, twice as much as countries like France. Is it worth it? There can be no argument, however you want to analyze health care delivery and the value of outcomes, the American health care system is significantly more expensive than any other comparable system in the world. The US spends $9451 per person on health care. That is 121% more than citizens of Japan spend on health care. (OECD 2015). The next nearest country to the United States, in terms of health care spending, is Norway which spends $6567 per capita. In other words, the U.S. spends far, far more than other nations -- and on a few very important measures is performing nowhere as well.
