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:
Governor Brown Appoints David M. Sanders to Calaveras County Superior Court
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/27/2018 06:56 PM
Sacramento, CA...David M. Sanders, 63, of Pioneer, has been appointed to a judgeship in the Calaveras County Superior Court. Sanders has served as a commissioner at the Calaveras County Superior Court since 2015. He was a supervising attorney at Field and Sanders from 2009 to 2014 and at King Warwick and Sanders from 2002 to 2009. Sanders was an associate at Pagliero and Associates 1996 to 1999 and a partner at Pagliero and Sanders from 1999 to 2002 and a sole practitioner from 1993 to 1996. He was an associate at Johnson, Pagliero and Schachter from 1990 to 1993 and at Bullen, McKone, McKinley, Gay, Keitges and Pach from 1987 to 1990.
The Arnold Independence Day Parade, July 7th, 10am! "Cheers For Our Volunteers"
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/27/2018 08:09 PM
Arnold, CA...The Big, Ginormous, Patriotic, Small Town Americana, Mile and Half Long Block Party, Family Reunion, Pep Rally, Rolling Marketing Brochure, Favorite Day of the Year, If I could Ground Hog Day This Day I Would Kinda Day. Yep it is all that and more in Arnold the first Saturday in July every year. This year the Greater Arnold Business Association has chosen Cheers For Our Volunteers’ as a theme and the legendary Carlon Family has been chosen as Grand Marshals. On a semi-serious note whether you are a life long resident, visitor or newcomer this event has something for everyone and will put a smile on your face that may leave by the following Tuesday. Come on out and help the Greater Arnold area celebrate our nation's birthday and enjoy what life in a mountain town is all about. Below are a few photos and video from last year to get you in the mood.
