California Health Officials Announce a Regional Stay at Home Order Triggered by ICU Capacity
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/03/2020 06:32 PM
Sacramento, CA...Health officials are tracking the state by five regions: Northern California, Bay Area, Greater Sacramento, San Joaquin Valley and Southern California. Regional Stay at Home Order takes effect Saturday; affects regions with less than 15 percent ICU availability. Regional Stay at Home Orders will require Californians to stay at home as much as possible, close operations for certain sectors and require 100 percent masking and physical distancing in all others. Schools currently open can remain open and retailers can operate indoors at no more than 20 percent capacity to reduce exposure risk. New order is a modification of the state’s initial Stay at Home Order signed in March and builds on the Blueprint for a Safer Economy
The Presentation of the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Lou Holtz
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/03/2020 07:28 PM
Washington, DC...Well, thank you very much. Today it’s my privilege to present our nation’s highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, to one of the greatest coaches in American history: the legendary Lou Holtz — a friend of mine. Great gentleman. Great man. We’re delighted to be joined this afternoon by members of Lou’s wonderful family, along with the Director of National Intelligence, John Ratcliffe — John, thank you for being here; and Senator Lindsey Graham, who I think most people know — I would say they know you, for the most part; and Pat Cipollone, a big fan of Notre Dame. Right? Thank you, Pat, for being here.
San Andreas, CA... The Mission of the Calaveras Unified School District is to partner with its families and communities in order to graduate all students as engaged, responsible and skilled citizens enabling them to achieve personal success.
Sierra Nevada Conservancy to Host Virtual Quarterly Board Meeting December 10th, 2020
Posted by: News_Desk on 12/03/2020 09:47 PM
Auburn, CA... At the meeting, SNC staff will provide updates on a variety of topics including a 2020 Wildfire Impacts Update. The Board will also consider amending two existing agreements with implementing partners. One amendment would authorize the use of leftover project funds to restore additional acres of Sierra Nevada forestland and the other would expand allowable treatment methods to incorporate managed grazing to achieve restoration objectives.
Winter is Approaching: A Reminder to Recreate Responsibly on National Forests
Posted by: News_Desk on 12/03/2020 10:15 PM
Vallejo, CA... With winter just around the corner, all visitors to California’s National Forests should continue to plan ahead before visiting and recreate responsibly once there. Early snowfall has already begun on some forests and road conditions will begin to impact access so please ensure that your vehicle is snow ready before you go.
UK Regulator Authorizes Use of Pfizer/BioNTech Vaccine as First Approved COVID-19 Vaccine
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/02/2020 09:44 AM
London, UK...Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine meets regulator’s strict standards of safety, efficacy and quality. Vaccine to be made available across the UK to priority groups from next week. Tens of thousands of people will receive an effective and high-quality COVID-19 vaccine from next week, as the UK becomes the first country in the western world to authorise a vaccine.
President Trump Files Suit in Wisconsin Alleging Unlawful & Unconstitutional Acts
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/02/2020 06:29 PM
Washington, DC...Today President Donald J. Trump filed a lawsuit against the Wisconsin Elections Commission, et. al. in his personal capacity as a candidate for re-election to the office of President of the United States. The suit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Division. The complaint is based on the unlawful and unconstitutional acts by Wisconsin public officials, including the Wisconsin Elections Commission, the Mayors of Milwaukee, Madison, Kenosha, Green Bay, and Racine, and other election officials.
Senator Borgeas Announces Initial Legislative Agenda for 2021
Posted by: News_Desk on 12/02/2020 09:56 PM
Sacramento, CA... Senator Andreas Borgeas (R-Fresno) revealed key legislative initiatives he will be introducing for the 2021-22 legislative session. These proposals aim to bring relief and assistance to people and businesses affected by COVID-19, enhance wildfire response capabilities, and provide services to rural California.
Pelosi, Schumer Joint Statement on Need for Bipartisan Coronavirus Relief Negotiations
Posted by: News_Desk on 12/02/2020 10:04 PM
Washington, DC.... House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today issued the following joint statement on the importance of bipartisan coronavirus relief negotiations.
Sonora, CA...Tuolumne County is reported 20 new COVID-19 cases November 30th. All appear to be isolating at home. In addition, eight previously isolated cases have been released from isolation. Four hospitalized individuals have been discharged and another previously recovered case has been readmitted to the hospital for worsening symptoms. Investigations are ongoing.
