San Andreas, CA...We are proud to present our annual drinking water report, which covers all drinking water testing performed between January 1 and December 31, 2017. Over the years, District staff have dedicated themselves to producing drinking water that meets all state and federal standards. We continually strive to adopt new methods for delivering the highest quality drinking water to your homes and businesses. As new challenges to drinking water safety emerge, we remain vigilant in meeting the goals of source water protection, water conservation and community education while continuing to serve the needs of all of our water users. Please remember that we are always available to assist you, should you ever have any questions or concerns about your water.
Mark Twain Medical Center Welcomes Additional Board Certified Surgeon with Multiple Specialties to Join the Team at MTMC
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/28/2018 08:14 AM
San Andreas, CA...Mark Twain Medical Center is pleased to announce the arrival of an additional Surgeon to Mark Twain Medical Center. Dr. Eldo Frezza is a Board Certified General Surgeon, specializing in breast surgery, wound care, colorectal surgery, and advanced technology in hernia surgery. Dr. Frezza has practiced medicine in both the United States and Italy. He is fluent in English, Spanish and Italian.
Our Mission is to Inform, Entertain & Move the Local Economy Forward!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/28/2018 01:24 PM
Arnold, CA...Our mission each and everyday is to keep your customers informed, entertained and shopping at local businesses. We are lucky enough to cover some of the best regions on the planet. What makes our area great is not only the scenic beauty and recreation opportunities but the small family run businesses that are the bulk of our local economy. When you shop here most likely you are shopping with an individually owned and operated business. These businesses are the heart and soul of our local communities. They also provide a look at a vibrant quilt of local business dreams and many times multi-generational family heritages. So Shop Local, Shop Often & Celebrate Local Dreams!
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Calaveras County Releases Draft Environmental Impact Report for General Plan Update
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/28/2018 01:37 PM
San Andreas, CA...The Calaveras County Planning Department has released the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the general plan update. The DEIR has been over a year in the making and addresses potential environmental impacts of development under the draft general plan recommended for approval by the Planning Commission in 2016 and mitigation measures that could reduce those impacts. The plan will guide growth in the County over the next several decades.
Foxconn Investment is Sign of More to Come ~ By Wilbur L. Ross, Jr.
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/28/2018 10:48 PM
Mount Pleasant, WI...The groundbreaking on Foxconn’s $10-billion factory to produce state-of-the-art flat-panel displays in Mount Pleasant represents a milestone for America. With a 20-million-square-foot campus situated on 3,000 acres, the new Foxconn plant will be among the largest factories ever built in the United States. It will take two years and 10,000 construction workers to build, and employ 13,000 workers when in full production of a variety of LCD screens. It is one of the largest foreign direct investments ever made in the United States.
Justice Alito Delivered the Opinion of the Court in Case That Weakens Union Power
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/27/2018 08:46 AM
Washington, DC...From the Opinion of the Court.."Under Illinois law, public employees are forced to subsidize a union, even if they choose not to join and strongly object to the positions the union takes in collective bargaining and related activities. We conclude that this arrangement violates the free speech rights of nonmembers by compelling them to subsidize private speech on matters of substantial public concern.
Bistro Espresso Is Moving Locations! (Now Open in Cedar Center)
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/27/2018 12:26 PM
Arnold, CA...We are pleased to announce that Bistro Espresso is moving up town into, Cedar Center in the Heart of Arnold! This move has been contemplated and dreamed about for years and is finally happening! We will be relocating over the next 30 days and will do our best to stay open for our loyal customers - with as few days of limited services and product as possible - while we move equipment, hire additional staff and add to our menu. Our target Grand Opening date is planned for July 7th, our Lucky 13th Anniversary!!
Governor Brown Signs Final State Budget with Record Rainy Day Fund, School Funding
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/27/2018 01:55 PM
Los Angeles, CA...Seven and a half years after taking office and inheriting a $27 billion budget deficit, California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today signed his final state budget, which fills the Rainy Day Fund to the brim and sends record funding to California’s classrooms. “When I took office back in 2011 with the state facing a $27 billion deficit, I pledged to work with the Legislature to fix California’s financial mess,” said Governor Brown. “Today, the final budget I sign delivers on that pledge and prepares us for the future.”
Mokelumne River Becomes California’s Newest Wild and Scenic River
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/27/2018 02:09 PM
Mokelumne Hill, CA...Thirty-seven miles of the North Fork and main stem of the Mokelumne River running through Amador and Calaveras counties became California’s 12th California Wild and Scenic River on June 27, 2018, when Governor Edmund G. Brown signed SB 854. The legislation was passed by the State Assembly and Senate on Thursday, June 14.
Copperopolis, CA...Last week, Adventist Health Sonora’s Foundation held the 22nd annual Golf Classic at Saddle Creek Golf Resort. It was a beautiful day for the 115 golfers who enjoyed 18 holes, lunch and an awards banquet. The tournament and contest winners were:
