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Murphys Man Suffers Injuries after Being Run Over By Tractor

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/23/2013 10:01 AM

Murphys, CA...A 75 year old Murphys man was working with his Kubota tractor. The driver attempted to exit his tractor without properly placing it in "park" and engaging the "Emergency brake". As the driver exited the tractor the wheel caught hold of his left leg dragging him to the ground. The left wheel then rolled over the driver's legs, stomach and chest before coming to a stop. The driver was able to get to his feet and walk to his porch where he notified his wife of the accident. His wife then called 911 for emergency assistance...

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Wagon Trail Study Session This Afternoon in San Andreas

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/23/2013 09:24 AM

San Andreas, CA...The Wagon Trail Project for Hwy 4 will be front and center at this afternoon's study session at 1:30pm. The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors full and busy agenda including a resolution proclaiming May 16-19, 2013 as the Weekend of the Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee is enclosed...

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Judie Cain-Papais Featured Artist at Hovey's Tasting Room in April

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/22/2013 10:34 AM

Murphys, CA... The Hovey Tasting room in Murphys was filled on April 13th for an Artist Reception for Judie Cain-Papais. Her work is featured this month. “I was thrilled … to be the April featured artist at the fabulous new Hovey Wine Tasting Room,” said Cain, who works out of her studio in Forest Meadows. “It’s certainly an honor to have been selected from among all the considerable talent that is in our area.”

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Locals, Beauties and Even Beasts Enjoying Spring in Murphys

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/22/2013 03:54 PM

Murphys, CA....As Calaveras County and Murphys continues it's climb of tourist destinations at times some of the locals are either busy taking care of our guests or shying away from the crowds. The beautiful spring "Off Weekends" have been a wonderful time for the "locals" to enjoy where they live. The pics below have some of our locals enjoying spring in the foothills...

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Health Fair and Lupus Fun Run Hightlight Health Services

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/22/2013 03:07 PM

Murphys, CA...Recently Mark Twain Medical Center held its 4th Annual Health Fair and Lupus Fun/Run Walk at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys. Over forty community health related service groups participated and provided a wealth of information on topics such as senior health services, nutrition, fitness and diabetes. There were also a variety of health screenings...

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Calaveras County Sheriff's Logs for April 18-22, 2013

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/22/2013 01:15 PM

San Andreas, CA...The latest from our local, hard working Calaveras County Sheriff's Department....

We would like to Thank Signal Service for Sponsoring our Sheriff's Logs!

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Sierra Nevada Film Festival Screening at Newsome Harlow.

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/22/2013 12:34 PM

Murphys, CA...The Sierra Nevada Film Festival was back at Newsome Harlow on the 13th for great wine and a riveting feature film in the cozy courtyard at Newsome Harlow. Ebbetts Pass Forest Watch, Arnold is proud to be the host of Film Festival. EPFW promotes responsible, sustainable timber harvest practices through public education, legal action, and coordination with other conservation groups...

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EPSYL Needs Referees - A Rewarding Employment Option for 14+

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/21/2013 06:57 PM

Murphys, CA...EPYSL is seeking soccer referees for the quickly approaching 2013-14 season. Refereeing is a fun, independent, athletic and rewarding occupation and can be an ideal first-time job for many young adults. Refereeing opportunities are available for those 14 years of age and older and no former experience is required. Adults may apply too!

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Weekly Specials and eScrip Success at Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets

Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/18/2013 04:47 PM

Angels Camp & Murphys, CA... We pride ourselves in giving our customers only the best. Both in service and in our products. Just click on the Banner Below to follow on Facebook or on the Ad below to see all of this weeks specials!! Do you know you can now text your deli orders to the stores? For Sierra Hills Market the number is 209-753-7115. For Angels Food Market the number is (209)-753-7331. Now that is easy!! Senior Days now Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Calaveras Humane Society received $5,000!

Supporting Calaveras County charities. Together we gave back more than $12,000. Since we started our eScrip program a year ago, we have been able to give thousands of dollars to local charities. Kudos to the good people at the Calaveras Humane Society who have done an outstanding job using eScrip to raise funds. Calaveras Humane Society $5,152, Michelson Elementary $1,628, Bret Harte High Renaissnace Fair $1,150, St. Patrick's Pre-School $1,065, Christian Family Learning Center $1,029. $500 - $1,000 Murphys Volunteer Library, Calaveras Big Trees Association, Feeney Park Foundation, St. Patrick's Parish and Altar Society, Murphys Creek Theatre, Mark Twain Elementary School, Friends of the Calaveras Fair, Sierra Waldorf School. $100 - $499 Murphys Community Church, Avery Middle School PTO, Murphys Preschool, VaFCCM - Women's Fellowship, Murphys Senior Center, Vallecito Music Boosters, Mind Matters Clinic, Calaveras Youth Mentoring, Mountain Oaks School Foundation, The Resource Connection - Food Bank, Bret Harte Angels, Calaveras High School Parents Club, Foothill Community Church, Coalition for Revival

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Scenic Wonders Drawing Cyclists To Mr. Frog's Wild Ride Saturday, April 20

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/17/2013 08:24 PM

Murphys, CA...Drawn by the emerald hills and burgeoning foliage of springtime in the Motherlode, bicyclists from throughout Northern California and Nevada are signing up to take part in the sixth annual Mr. Frog’s Wild Ride on Saturday, April 20. The ride begins at Feeney Park in the historic gold rush town of Murphys. Two scenic routes, 50K and 100K, will take riders through the area’s verdant countryside at the height of the wildflower season. The longer ride will also include the beauty of New Melones Lake. Last year 319 cyclists participated...