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Capers: An Interesting Plant That Does Well in the Foothills~By Ken Churches |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 04/22/2008 09:31 AM
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Caper, is a native of the Mediterranean area, as well as of the tropics. The plant grows about two feet tall and spreading. The vines can be 7 to 10 feet long, and have a very deep root system. The plant is very drought resistant, needs little cultural care, requires good drainage, and is practically free of diseases and insect pests. The fruit is green, elongated, 2-3 inches long, 1/2 - 3/4 inch in diameter, and contains 200-300 seeds. The leaves are oval in shape, leathery and shiny green. The plant is propagated sexually (by seed) or....
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Habitat for Humanity Opened New Warehouse in San Andreas |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 04/21/2008 03:41 PM
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On Saturday, May 3, the new Habitat for Humanity Calaveras Warehouse, a discount building materials reuse outlet store, opened in San Andreas at 172 California St. The Warehouse will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and every subsequent first Saturday of the month. Shoppers will receive huge discounts on building materials, light fixtures, paint, appliances and furniture. Home improvements are made more affordable by shopping at the Warehouse and at the same time all shoppers are helping support affordable housing in Calaveras County.....
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The Last Cattle Drive?~Video By John Hamilton |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2008 07:38 AM
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Angels Camp, CA...Early Saturday Morning a scene out of the old west was played out just East of Angels Camp. A Cattle Drive started on Murphys Grade Road and then proceeded down Rolleri Bypass and ended at the Old Tryon Ranch off of Hwy 4. The Tryon Cattle Drive has become a local tradition every spring. Men and Women on horseback, and a large meandering herd of mooing cattle made their way from one spring pasture to another. Next year if this drive is to continue is will have to find another path. In a few weeks the Rolleri Bypass will be disected by construction of the Angels Camp Bypass and...
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Murphys Nursery Has Another Round of COUPON DEALS for You This Week! |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/21/2008 10:39 PM
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Murphys, CA...More COUPON SPECIALS.....This week Murphys Nursery has Perennial Power on Sale. Bud & Bloom Plant food is also a great deal this week. Click on Coupon to Print....
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First Annual Spring Fling Sidewalk Sale ~By Hanna Heath |
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Posted by: hannaheath on 04/19/2008 12:49 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...SHOPPING! The Angels Camp Business Association presented their first annual "Spring Fling Sidewalk Sale." The sale took place along the entire length of Main Street, Angels Camp, 9am-5pm. Green, Yellow, and Purple Balloons lined the streets signaling the participating merchants. Many business provided refreshments, food, and entertainment including hot dogs, popcorn, Mexican tamales, and a homemade bake sale.....
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"Chef Chat" is Back This Week with Chef James Talking BBQ Sauce |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 04/18/2008 10:05 AM
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Murphys, CA...This week on Courses #9, the ever so popular, Executive Chef James of Ironstone Vineyards talks "BBQ Sauces." With the warm weather coming, the wonderful smell of BBQ'ing will soon be in the air! He was even so kind to provide our viewers with a yummy recipe for BBQ sauce. Chef James also teaches a very popular series of cooking classes at Ironstone Vineyards that are usually a sell-out......
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Great Appliance Deals at Middleton's Now! |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 04/05/2008 10:58 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...Locally Owned and operated for over 50 years Middleton's is the best place in the entire Motherlode to purchase Appliances and Furniture for your home. Just click on the ad below and order a truckload or two of new stuff today...
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The 'New' Utica Hotel...New Owner, Rudy Ortega, Has Vision for its Revitalization" |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 04/15/2008 09:57 AM
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Angels Camp, CA...Rudy Ortega, Chief Operating Officer and Creative Director of Rudolph Ortega & Associates, Inc. of Murphys is currently in the process of purchasing the Historical Utica Hotel in downtown Angels Camp. On Monday, May 12th, 2008, Mr. Ortega will host the next Angels Camp Business Association Meeting at the Utica Hotel on Historic Main Street. Social Hour begins at 5:30pm, Program at 6pm. At this meeting he will discuss his vision for the revitalization of this historic hotel in the heart of Angels Camp....
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Local Business Sells, Stays in the "Family!" |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 04/15/2008 09:09 AM
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Bear Valley, CA....Longtime local entrepreneur Jeff Gouveia is selling his Bear Valley based digital photography business, West World Images, to lifetime friend Mark Silverstone. After managing Jeff’s photo concession at the mountain for the past 4 years and lead shooting at scores of weddings and special events, Mark’s transition to Owner/photographer should be smooth....
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Paying Too Much For Gas? Local Entrepeneur Wants to Save You Money!...Video Chat With Frank Robinson~By John Hamilton |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 04/15/2008 10:14 AM
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Angels Camp, CA...Local Businessman, Frank Robinson wants to save you money by helping your vehicle run on Hydrogen as well as your normal fuel. Frank a retired contractor has started H2O-TO-GO. He manufactures and sells kits that make HHO gas or Brown's Gas right here in Calaveras County. This process uses electrical current to release hydrogen from water and has been around since the mid-1960's. We also spoke with Ray Brower from Brower Tranzpro in Stockton who is now installing over 20 of these kits a month and some of the results his customers have reported is impressive. This is not a new snake oil scheme but seems to be a legitimate way to significantly reduce fuel consumption and cut emissions...
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