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The Federal Bureau of Investigation is asking the public for help and information that may lead to the apprehension of an armed and dangerous bank robber who has robbed three banks in Northern California this year. Dubbed the "Bad Breath Bandit" for his use of a disposable paper face mask during the commission of each of the robberies, the suspect is a white male who stands approximately 6 feet tall, weighs approximately 210-250 pounds with a medium build, and has dark hair. On November 13, 2014, at approximately 10:24 a.m., the suspect entered the Tri Counties Bank in Durham, California. He...[Read more]
Calaveras County Sheriff Gary Kuntz issued a strong warning this week in the aftermath of an Amber Alert that authorities now say was issued as a result of a hoax perpetuated by the 14-year-old high school boy who was the subject of the alert. "I am angry and will seek restitution for any and all monies lost from Sergio Vazquez," said Kuntz, "and whoever else I find out was involved. The situation unfolded Monday after Vazquez' mother called police to say her son had texted or called her at around 12:30 p.m. from inside a white van where he claimed two Hispanic men had put him after abducting...[Read more]
A two-car accident at Argonaut and Pioneer Lane near the old book building Nov. 14 left at least one child injured. Jackson Police, who along with fire and ambulance units responded to the late afternoon crash, found a 2008 Mercedes Benz driven by Teresa Melton, 41, of Jackson, had collided with a 2000 Volvo driven by Magana Christian, 19, also of Jackson. The cause of the accident remains under investigation this week and because of the child's age, the extent and nature of the injury was not disclosed. A "medical emergency" is being blamed for a single car accident at WalMart in Martell on...[Read more]
The following is a partial list of persons facing misdemeanor arraignments in Amador Superior Court on Monday, November 24. All persons are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. Kenneth Allen Dever Judy Michelle Jones Victor Ignacio Zuniga Somphone Khoonsirivong Erik Michael Rodriguez Cecilia Veronica Santiago Jennifer Aurelia Lewis Joshua Rober Dumlao Kristina Fay Sigston Martin Morales Marilyn Joyce Hebel Jonathan Craig Brooks Jose Guadalupe Ayala Arellano Bruno Arthur Schock Gustavo Solis Ramirez Thomas Henry Staehnke Robert Leon Stanton
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The following people have been arrested and booked into the Amador County Jail on the dates and times indicated. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. November 6 Plymouth Patrick Dale Freeman, 40, Plymouth; 10:54 a.m. on the 9100 block of Landrum Street; Possession of ammunition by a felon. Rawlin James Shobert, 33, El dorado; 4:52 p.m. on Highway 16 at Willow Creek Road; Misdemeanor warrant arrest. Jackson Jennifer Leanne Truelock, 38, Mountain Ranch; 1:48 p.m. on the 225 block of Sutter Street; Felony warrant arrest. Martell Steven Crane Vasconcellos,...[Read more]
Amador County Superior Court Judge Susan Harlan has announced she plans to retire from the bench early next year. In a letter dated Friday, November 14, 2014 to Court staff, Harlan said she has sent a letter to Governor Jerry Brown advising him she plans to retire on January 16, 2015. Harlan writes, "This has been a difficult decision for me" and that, "It has been my honor and privilege to work with all of you over the past several years." Harlan graduated cum laude from the University of the Pacific in 1974. She obtained her law degree from Lincoln LawSchool in 1979 and completed her...[Read more]
The following is a partial listing of traffic arraignments scheduled to be heard in Amador Superior Court on Monday, November 24. For a full list, visit amadorcourt.org Robert Francis, exceeding maximum speed limit of 55 miles per hour. Dana Andrew Willax, license plates obstructed. Ricky Lowell Shearer, licensed driver out of classification, exceeding maximum speed limit of 55 miles per hour. Robert Nevin Arriaga, exceeding maximum speed limit of 55 miles per hour. Kirsten Dianne White, exceeding maximum speed limit of 55 miles per hour. Jordan Patrick Matthews, exceeding maximum speed limit...[Read more]
Each year, the Lowe's Heroes Project encourages Lowe's employees to team together and adopt a volunteer project with a local nonprofit organization or K–12 public school and make a difference. This year, the organization chosen was Head Start ECS State Preschool, in Ione. In previous years, the Heroes Project has provided service to The Arc of Amador and Calaveras and the Amador County Safe House for Battered Women and Children.
Karen Briggs, Human Resources Manager of Lowe's of Martell, in Jackson, is one of nine Lowe's employees who volunteered to dedicate more than 60 hours to this year's...[Read more]
On Thursday, November 13, the Sutter Creek Police Officers Association presented a check for $450 to Sutter Creek Elementary School for their science camp this month. The money donated to Sutter Creek Elementary's Science Camp was dispensed from the proceeds of last month's Cops & Kids Charity Golf Tournament.
Sean Snider, principal of Sutter Creek Elementary School, made it clear that every child is permitted attendance to science camp regardless of their financial situation. However, he recalled the misunderstanding that occurred when Chief Han heard through the grapevine about a child who...[Read more]
HIGHLIGHT - MARTELL: The American Legion Hall held a Veterans Day Lunch on Tuesday, Nov. 11, and it was a delicious success. Families and friends, young and old, gathered together after the Annual Veterans Day Parade in downtown Jackson to celebrate and honor those who have served, or are serving, our country. Veterans, we are thankful for your service.
MOUNTAIN RANCH: Entry forms for the Mountain Ranch Christmas Parade are due by Dec. 1, to either of the realty offices in town, or sent to P.O. Box 108, Mtn. Ranch, 95246. The parade will take place at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. For more...[Read more]
Each year, the Lowe's Heroes Project encourages Lowe's employees to team together and adopt a volunteer project with a local nonprofit organization or K–12 public school and make a difference. This year, the organization chosen was Head Start ECS State Preschool, in Ione. In previous years, the Heroes Project has provided service to The Arc of Amador and Calaveras and the Amador County Safe House for Battered Women and Children.
Karen Briggs, Human Resources Manager of Lowe's of Martell, in Jackson, is one of nine Lowe's employees who volunteered to dedicate more than 60 hours to this year's...[Read more]
On Thursday, November 13, the Sutter Creek Police Officers Association presented a check for $450 to Sutter Creek Elementary School for their science camp this month. The money donated to Sutter Creek Elementary's Science Camp was dispensed from the proceeds of last month's Cops & Kids Charity Golf Tournament.
Sean Snider, principal of Sutter Creek Elementary School, made it clear that every child is permitted attendance to science camp regardless of their financial situation. However, he recalled the misunderstanding that occurred when Chief Han heard through the grapevine about a child who...[Read more]
HIGHLIGHT - MARTELL: The American Legion Hall held a Veterans Day Lunch on Tuesday, Nov. 11, and it was a delicious success. Families and friends, young and old, gathered together after the Annual Veterans Day Parade in downtown Jackson to celebrate and honor those who have served, or are serving, our country. Veterans, we are thankful for your service.
MOUNTAIN RANCH: Entry forms for the Mountain Ranch Christmas Parade are due by Dec. 1, to either of the realty offices in town, or sent to P.O. Box 108, Mtn. Ranch, 95246. The parade will take place at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. For more...[Read more]
According to local travel agent Jim Baldwin, of JB's Journeys, Delta Airlines will be making some changes after the new year. Whereas the current options for cabin class are Economy or First/Business, the new options will include 14 Economy and 9 First/Business options for fare class. Baldwin commented that these different levels of Economy class reservations will have, "no frills, no seat assignment and non-refundable tickets." A fee may be added for window or aisle preference, or even a carry-on fee, as well. Although Delta is initiating these new rules, Baldwin noted, "Major carriers march...[Read more]
So far this November, I'm thankful that Facebook (at least on my newsfeed) hasn't been deluged with that tiresome habit of people posting one new thing every day that they are thankful for. My eyes were sore from rolling them last year. I finally stopped reading when I saw, "I'm thankful for the love of my turtle." Say what? Your turtle loves you? But even the obvious thank-you posts, like, "I'm thankful for the love of my children," or "I'm thankful for clean air to breathe," get a little old.
I'm not suggesting that we should not be grateful for things like love and breathable oxygen, I'm...[Read more]
Amador County Association of REALTORS® , in collaboration with ACAR affiliates, has donated $2,213 to the Interfaith Food Bank, which doubles to $4,426 by participating in Raley's "Food for Families" Program. ACAR has been located in Jackson for over 50 years. This is ACAR's Sixth Annual Fund Raiser for the Food Bank. Each year ACAR Realtors® faithfully donate to the Interfaith Food Bank in addition to holding an annual Theatre Night fund raising event where 100% of the donations go to Amador Interfaith Food Bank.
Even through economic tough times, ACAR Realtors® have volunteered their time...[Read more]
"Project Thanks" is an annual holiday basket project to provide a Thanksgiving meal to families, seniors and veterans in need of help during the holiday season. When Amador County Association of REALTORS® (ACAR) heard the food bank needed help for additional families this year, the REALTORS® quickly donated to this project. ACAR President Sarah Zulim presented Tom Thompson a check in the amount of $1,260 at the Amador Association's annual Officer and Directors Installation brunch.
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"Double Arch," by Molly Kohlschreiber. Photo courtesy to the Amador Ledger Dispatch
Gallery 10 welcomes back former member/owner Molly Kohlschreiber as its featured artist for December.
Kohlschreiber creates her art in watercolor, oil, graphite and photo/watercolor. Her subjects range from desert petroglyphs, landscapes and European subjects, to her first love, horses.
A reception in Kohlschreiber's honor will be held at Gallery 10, located at15 Eureka Street, in Sutter Creek, on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 2 to 5 p.m. Delectable treats will be provided by Susan's Place. Unfortunately, Kohlschreiber'...[Read more]
Business Person Of The Year: Dick Cooper, of Cooper Vineyards, has been recognized by Amador County Chamber of Commerce as its Business Person of the Year. Celebrate with Cooper and the rest of the chamber at a dinner in his honor, in Pokerville Hall, at the Amador County Fairgrounds, located at 18621 Sherwood Street, in Plymouth. No-host cocktails begin at 5:30 p.m., and dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $40 per person. Tickets may be purchased at the Amador County Chamber of Commerce, 115 Main Street, in Jackson; by calling 223-0350 to charge tickets, or by mailing a check to Amador County...[Read more]
AmadorArts has added two free Thanksgiving weekend artist demos to accompany the exhibit in its gallery during the month of November. Jewelry maker Karen Crane will be in the AmadorArts Gallery on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 29 and 30, from 1 to 4 p.m. She will be demonstrating how she makes her trademark "wired nests" that find their way onto Christmas trees and centerpieces. Crane looks forward to talking with patrons about her work.
The current show and sale at the AmadorArts Gallery, in Sutter Creek, is titled, "Affordable Gifts."
November's featured artists and their work include Laureen...[Read more]
FREE Thanksgiving Turkey. That's right, come and join us for an all you can eat turkey dinner with all the trimming. We invite anyone in the community who needs a place to go for Thanksgiving. You can come get a meal anytime between 11:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. We also have gifts, certificates for clothing and jackets from Community Hope Thrift Store, and events to keep the children happy! There is also a warm fireplace to sit at and fellowship with other people. Visit www.ccviewpoint.org for more information.
This event is sponsored by organizations in the community who...[Read more]
Keith Sweet and Gail Zichterman were married on September 4, 1964, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. They celebrated their 50th anniversary with friends last week at an anniversary party held in Teresa's banquet hall, in Jackson, California. In September, they returned to Michigan and stayed at the Grand Hotel, on Mackinac Island, where they had earlier honeymooned and where Keith was born.
More than 75 people came from throughout California and Nevada to share in this celebration. Guests included friends from each of the professions that Keith and Gail have been engaged in over the years, as well as...[Read more]
Five tips to protect your child from digital dangers
A couple gathers their closest friends and family around the table. The couple is excited, nervous, anxious and full of joy, all at the same time.
"We're expecting!" they yell.
Cheers and tears of joy typically follow this pronouncement with congratulatory hugs being shared among guests. What was once a traditional moment to be shared and remembered by all present is a fading tradition for many of today's young couples.
Most of today's announcements are shared in 140 characters or less, with a short video, or image. Just as technology plays a...[Read more]
A painting that has inspired thousands in Europe, America, and even China will be on exhibit at the Sutter Creek Gallery during the month of December. This painting by accomplished California watercolor artist, Randy Klassen, is considered his best. It was inspired in 1981 by the idea of how "child-like faith can open the biggest door."
An edition of 750 quality lithographs was immediately run off and found their way into homes, schools, churches, hospitals, retirement homes, and restaurants. And one copy was even acquired by the Vice Mayor of Guangzhou, China, in 1984 when Klassen's work was...[Read more]
Delight in the charm of Jackson's old-fashioned Christmas Delights on Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thanksgiving weekend. Stroll Main Street, Jackson, where music, costumed characters, activities for kids and free horse-drawn carriage ride will be available. Jackson's boutique shops will be open until 9 p.m. with treats for all. Santa will light the city's Christmas tree at the Jackson Fire Department at 6 p.m. on both nights, and will then head to the historic National Hotel for children's wish lists and free photos. Kids can play, meet Santa and make holiday gifts at "A...[Read more]
Bring the whole family to Main Street Jackson for the American Legion Post 108 Veteran's Day Parade, November 11, beginning at 10 a.m., honoring the men and women who serve our country. Veterans and their families are welcome to ride on the Amador Transit Trolley bus in the parade. Wheelchair accessible and heated or air conditioned! Call 267-9395 if you would like to ride.[Read more]
Mighty Says: LOOK at the new sales at Community Hope Thrift Store
11114 Ridge Road Sutter Creek 209-418-3426
Open Monday thru Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 10am to 4pm
Daily Color Specials up to 50% off
*Military & Vets w/ ID Discount 35% off new items
*Senior 60 Plus w/ ID Discount 10% off new items
Special Days:
*Tuesday Good Buy Clearance 50% off every week
*Thursday Senior Day 35% off new items
Saturday & Monday 50% off purchases $15 & over
* $2.00 Minimum Black Dot items are excluded[Read more]
Michael Lane Michael Lane, a 2011 graduate of Amador High School, received his Associate of Science degree in Respiratory Care, on Aug. 19, 2014, from Kaplain College, in Modesto. While at Kaplain, Lane maintained a 3.63 grade point average. Lane has also taken and passed exams for certified respiratory therapy and registered repiratory therapist. Lane's proud parents are Louanna Schmidt and Rocky Lane, of Pioneer.
Laurissa Willis Laurissa Aubrey-Nichole Willis was born October 2, 2014, at 8:02 a.m., at Sutter Amador Hospital, in Jackson, to Michael and Patricia Willis. She weighed 8 pounds 2...[Read more]
What is STEM? The Amador Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will be hosting a program that will answer that question as well as tell about STEM education that is happening right here in Amador County. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Workforce projections for 2018 show that nine of the 10 fastest-growing occupations that require at least a bachelor's degree will require significant scientific or mathematical training. Keeping K-12 students, especially girls, interested in STEM fields beyond Junior High is a real challenge...[Read more]
Judy Day loves the outdoors and has hiked and sketched in the High Sierras most of her life. "My art is inspired by my trips into the Sierras, vacations around the world, majestic landscapes, historical sites and almost everything in my neighborhood. You never know what will catch your eye and inspire you." Day has been selected to be the featured artist for November at the Sutter Creek Gallery. Although she works in a variety of media, watercolor is her favorite.
Day's art credits include illustrating three educational children's books; designing numerous brochures, posters, paintings...[Read more]
The Amador Community College Foundation hosted our second annual gala, "A Night In Paris," Saturday night, November 15, at the Jackson Rancheria Casino & Resort. It was well attended and supported by, not only the attendees, but also the community at large.
First, we'd like to thank our major underwriters, Jackson Rancheria and Volcano Communications, for their generous sponsorships. Secondly, we'd like to thank to all donors of product or experience packages to make the live and silent auctions a success. We realize that our local businesses are approached on a daily basis to sponsor...[Read more]
Dollar General just flexed its muscles to limit or exclude competition from the new PIne Grove Commercial Center where they plan to open their first store in Amador County. After much debate from all sides, DG filed (recorded) an agreement with Del Rapini Construction containing covenants and restrictions to limit the construction of any business by name and by function, as defined in the recorded document.
The list of businesses excluded is extensive, including every dollar store you have ever heard of and also including CVS, Rite-Aid, Walgreens, Big lots, Odd Lots, Wal-Mart Neighborhood...[Read more]
Dear Board of Supervisors,
The Newman Ridge mining project has been through a long and rigorous environmental review process that has examined every aspect of the plan, from noise and traffic to air and water resources, and there will be ongoing tough oversight from the state. This environmental review process has taken years to complete. It's time that the plan be allowed to move our economy and our county forward.
In addition to having completed a thorough environmental review under rigorous state standards, there is a plan in place to ensure that the land is fully restored after mining is...[Read more]
When my wife and I started a community organization (Amador County Veterans Organization, Inc.) three years ago, Supervisor Ted Novelli gave us our very first donation. He met with our Board of Directors to share his wisdom that government moves slowly for a reason and to take our time in order to ensure we don't make a mistake that would interfere with our goals to help local veterans. Chairman Novelli has helped me navigate the vast bureaucracies of government over the last three years in many instances. He has even gone as far as to help pay for county fees on our project, to assist us in...[Read more]
Our out-of-town mobile home park owner of Meadowood Pines, in Pioneer, Calif., at 23750 Carson Drive, just gave us a new raise. Rent is now double what other parks charge. Most people have left and the park is almost empty. It seems when we got good offers for our homes ($42,000 cash or more after prices dropped), the owner would turn down real good buyers and would not let them rent here. Since they wanted to pay cash and the highest space rent in the county, some feel the owner wanted the price to drop and/or to get rid of units so he can put in units to rent to low-income Section 8 people...[Read more]
I was very upset when I picked up last week's local paper and there on the front page was a picture of my daughter's house that burned and was a total loss. What really upset me was, "It looked suspicious." Why don't you try to find out what really happened before you print the article. Do you really think someone would set it on fire after they had been working for two months on it, painting inside and out — new carpets and appliances?
The real truth was the wood stove fell through the floor and when it did the stove door opened and, since no ne was there when it happened, the house caught...[Read more]
IRAs and other types of retirement accounts are perceived by many people as pretty simple plans. But, as we have discussed in the past, there are many complexities to IRAs that can cause big problems. When it comes to inheriting an IRA, the rules and guidelines are more complicated than most people realize. Without the proper understanding, an IRA inheritance could spell disaster.
It is not unusual for IRA heirs to not know about or misunderstand some key rules and guidelines. A wrong move can often cause much of the inherited IRA to end up with the IRS from income and estate taxes. Also,...[Read more]
You may not realize it, but there are actually two ways to receive your Medicare benefits.
The best-known way is Original Medicare. With Original Medicare, you can choose any doctor, hospital or other healthcare provider you want, as long as they accept Medicare. When you receive medical services or goods, Medicare pays the provider directly.
The other way is Medicare Advantage, which is a form of managed care, like an HMO or PPO. Medicare Advantage is provided by private insurance companies approved by Medicare. If you're in Medicare Advantage, you generally must go to doctors and other...[Read more]
Why don't all of you come to my party. It will be efficient, fair and one that everyone can join. This party will be different than the parties you are used to. Our party-goers don't harbor special interests, base most of their beliefs on their political party ideology, religious beliefs, feel entitled or join because there is some financial gain to be had.
Like birthday parties, Christmas parties and other get-togethers, we celebrate what we all have in common, not what we don't. Collectively, we have fun, put aside our very personal differences and work to help each other. We do that...[Read more]
I recently had such a good experience with a local jewelry store that I would like to share it with you.
I'm not experienced with jewelry and feel very vulnerable and uncertain in jewelry stores. I had a decision to make regarding two rings and needed advice.
The first store I went into was ready to take most of what I had with very little return for me. Even I knew that was a bad deal. Then I walked into Rare Exception Jewelers. I was treated in an honest, warm and courteous manner. They taught me the value of what I owned and helped me realize that the smart thing to do was have the...[Read more]
Do you wake up in the morning refreshed and eager to take on the day? Or, do you wake up in the morning feeling tired and drained, having to drag yourself out of bed to that cup of java? Would you rather just roll over and go back to sleep? If this is you, please keep reading. I will be sharing some eye-opening steps (no pun intended) that may help your body to get re-energized.
First, are you getting quality sleep? You need at least seven to nine hours of uninterrupted, restful sleep every night, instead of five to six hours that most people are existing on, which can make you grouchy,...[Read more]
I don't normally endorse any products, either here or on my blog, but I've found something I want to share with you. I, like nearly everyone who camps, does tailgate parties, or enjoys other outdoor activities, use those disposable propane canisters. I use them for camping and especially lighting my wood stove in the winter. I don't do that Boy Scout stuff with paper and kindling. I put some kindling in and a couple big chunks, and hit it with the propane torch. For at least 20 years, I've that said that someone should make one that's refillable. I've finally found one and I wanted to share...[Read more]
Well, it's that time of year. We are just finishing up the Halloween candy and now Thanksgiving feasts will soon be followed by Christmas excesses. Family gatherings are opportunities to catch up, but they can also be stressful. Your mother-in-law may ask you to pass the mashed potatoes, or she may cut to the chase and ask how the job search is going. So, how can we counter weight gain and stress over the holiday season?
The simplest and best thing to do is to take a brisk walk every day. Walking is something that helps us to both burn calories and maintain our emotional balance. Thankfully,...[Read more]
They say all good things must come to an end, and so it was for the 2014 Amador High School Varsity Volleyball season. Thursday, November 13, in the second round of the Sac-Joaquin Section playoffs, the Escalon Cougars ended Amador's impressive playoff run. And while this match ended their season in disappointment, the 2014 season for the Amador team was far from disappointing.
After beating Colfax in a dramatic five-game match in Sutter Creek Tuesday night, the fifth-seeded Amador Buffalos traveled to Escalon to face the fourth-seeded Escalon Cougars.
Things did not go well for Amador from...[Read more]
Argonaut endurance athletes made waves at the Sac-Joaquin Section cross country finals last Saturday at Folsom High School, medaling three runners and sending one to the coveted state championships, which will be held November 29 at Woodward Park, in Fresno.
It was a crisp, cold afternoon, perfect weather for running. Teams from across the section had traveled to test their mettle at what would be, for most of them, their last race of the season. Varsity runners competed at the 5K distance, while freshman athletes ran two miles. The course consists of several hilly loops around Willow Hill...[Read more]
The Amador Buffalos (6-4) traveled south on Highway 49 last Friday, to play in the first round of the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section playoffs against the Mariposa Grizzles (7-3).
Mariposa received the opening kick from Amador kicker Ben Griffin and returned it to the 35-yard line. Mariposa started with a bang, with quarterback Aaron Lerma completing a 40-yard pass to Kamare Bailey. However, due to a fumble recovered by the Buffalos, Mariposa did not score on the possession.
Amador's offense suffered a three-and-out to start their game.
Mariposa quickly got two first downs, on a pass to wide...[Read more]
On Saturday, November 15, Haley Stahl signed a letter of intent to play softball at Norte Dame de Namur University, in Belmont, Calif. Coincidentally, the name of her team at Notre Dame de Namur will be "The Argonauts."
Haley was surrounded by her family and friends at the signing ceremony in Jackson.
Haley is a three-time Mother Lode League first team selection, as well as a three-time All-Academic All-League selection. During Haley's three seasons at Argonaut, the varsity softball team has reached the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section playoffs every year, and won the 2012 Mother Lode League championship...[Read more]
After a season of hard work, dedication and long runs, the Amador High School Varsity Women's Cross Country Team won the Sac-Joaquin Section Division IV championship by 21 points over Riverbank. This victory came shortly after winning the Mother Lode League title at Frog Town and dominating the Sac-Joaquin Sub-sections by 40 points. The section win qualifies the team for its third consecutive trip to the state finals, scheduled for November 29, in Fresno.
The girls kept their training in high gear to prepare for the section meet and it showed. Leading the way for the team was Anastasia...[Read more]
Residents Michael and Vicki Mason of Volcano are the proud parents of Taylor and son-in-law Jordan Larson, who recently traveled to Normandy, France, for the World Equestrian Games. Jordan joined the US team of five athletes, after a series of qualifying shows here in the states, with his horse, MF Mobster, lovingly nicknamed Joey. It is the largest equestrian event in the world with 72 nations participating, and 147 horses in the reining competition alone. "The opening ceremonies for the WEG were as grand as any seen in the two-legged Olympics," said Taylor's mother, Vicki.
Team USA won the...[Read more]
John and Ellie Grandy, young at heart and long-time residents of Volcano, have been married for over 68 marvelous years. Their spirited and devoted relationship keeps growing and blooming, just as they have grown, cultivated and nourished this beautiful sweet potato plant with bright green foliage. What? A sweet potato plant? I remember putting toothpicks in an avocado seed and placing it in a glass of water as a science project when I was in elementary school, but never a sweet potato. I love to eat sweet potatoes and now the Grandys have shown us what a beautiful houseplant it can be. This...[Read more]
Gerald "Jerry" Wayne Dabadie, age 85, of Pioneer, CA, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2014, at Sutter Amador Hospital in Jackson. Jerry was born in Stockton, CA on May 14, 1929, a son of the late Dorothy Gladys (Ford) and Clyde Robert Dabadie. Friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Friday, November 28, 2014, 11:00 A.M. at Amador Memorial Cemetery in Pioneer, CA. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Fund 4899 Belfort Rd Suite 300 Jacksonville, FL 32256. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.danerimortuary.com and signing the guest book.[Read more]
September 5, 1921 – November 15, 2014
Dollie E. Parkinson, 93, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at her daughter Judi's home in Sutter Creek. All 3 children, Dudley, Judi and Trish were gratefully at her bedside.
Dollie was born in Marceline, MO on September 5, 1921 to John Wesley Rice and Hilda Doll Rice. After graduating from high school in Marceline (where Walt Disney spent many years of his youth) she followed older siblings to Aledo, IL, where she met and married her husband, Everett. During their 56 years of marriage they farmed and raised their 3 children and were...[Read more]
February 7, 1940 – November 16, 2014
Joanne Leona Morris, age 74, of Volcano, Calif., passed away Sunday, November 16, 2014 at peace, in the home she loved, showing her amazing strength until her last breath. Joanne was born in Van Nuys, Calif., to Mary Jane and Leo Paul. She moved to the Bay Area when she was a child and graduated from Hayward High School. She enjoyed the Bay Area, especially the ocean. Thank you San Francisco Giants, for giving your number one fan one last World Series Championship for her to see. There was no better wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt or friend. She was...[Read more]
Molly Sue Maxwell, manager of the Valley Springs office of Calaveras Telephone and also known as "The Telephone Lady" to many, has died. She was 52. She was a creative soul who enjoyed challenging herself in all facets of life.
A celebration of life for Molly Maxwell will be held on Friday, Nov. 21,2014, at 11 a.m., at San Andreas Memorial Chapel.[Read more]
Jean Campbell Mueller, life-long resident of Jackson, passed away at Kit Carson on Monday, November 10 at the age of 87. Services will be held at a later date.[Read more]
Rula Mae Stanger/Gengler/Briggs passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2014, in Jackson Calif. Rula was born March 12, 1922 to Orville and Virgie Stanger in Pocatello, Idaho. She was married to Wilson S. Gengler on October 14, 1939 until his passing January 16, 1992. She was also married to Max S. Briggs, April 11, 1998 until his passing December 27, 2005.
Rula is survived by her three loving daughters, Diana Kelly (Tommy), of Diamond Springs, Calif.; Lynnette Otto (John), of Sutter Creek, Calif.; and Carla Mottishaw (Trevor), of Jackson, Calif.; eight grandchildren; seven great-grand...[Read more]
Darrell Roy Wineman of Volcano, Calif., passed away Saturday, November 8, 2014 at the age of 84. He was born on December 8, 1929 in Exeter, Calif., to the late Madgel (Wilson) and Roy Melvin Wineman. Darrell graduated from Exeter High School in 1947, moving to Amador County in 1976.
Darrell's strong will, work ethic and dedication to serving others made him a great fit in his 21-year career in law enforcement with the California Highway Patrol and in life. He transferred to Amador County after working in the Visalia area for 15 years in search of a slower-paced area. He was forced into...[Read more]
Daniel Franklin Boitano, 87, of Clovis, died October 20, 2014. He was a real estate salesman. Services will take place November 14, 2014 at 12 p.m., at New Hope Community Church. Remembrances may be made to Hoover High School – Baseball Donors Club, 550 N. First St., Fresno, CA 93710, or to donor's favorite charity.[Read more]
Scott Davis Adams born on March 1, 1979, and passed away November 6, 2014. Scott attended school at Community Christian School from kindergarten through 8th Grade. He graduated from high school at Amador High School in 1997. Scott loved the outdoors, including fishing and camping. He also loved playing sports, especially soccer and baseball. Later in life, he returned to CCS as a coach and also coached his daughter's teams. In addition, he spent many hours snowboarding, riding motor cross and practicing mixed martial arts. Scott spent the majority of his life in Pine Grove, but later moved to...[Read more]
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Upcountry candidate Lynn Morgan has been successful in her bid to become the latest Supervisor of District 3 in Amador County, besting long-time county fixture Ted Novelli by a vote of 945 to 868. In the race for Ione City Council, where three seats were on the ballot, incumbent Ron Smylie was the top vote getter with 519. Dan Epperson will also retain his seat on the board, with 499 voters reaffirming their support, and candidate Dominic Atlan was the third choice of Ione voters, garnering 475 votes. Incumbent Lloyd Oneto will step down in the new year after coming in fourth, while challenger...[Read more]
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INDIANAPOLIS – For a team that had only one senior, the Leo softball squad showed plenty of moxie in winning its first state championship.
The Lions got out of several jams, including three errors, and defeated Gibson Southern 2-0 Saturday at Ben Davis to win the Class 3A championship.
"This is absolutely amazing," coach Ben Shappell said. "To see these girls come together like this, after not having the best finish to our regular season, losing four out of five games there, I'm in awe. To come together like they did and play as a family like they did, it's amazing. We didn't have one person who stood out as far as hitting the ball hard. We scraped and clawed to get those runs. It was a total team effort and I'm really proud of the way they played today."
Lindsay Bowers was solid on the mound, allowing four hits, striking out five and walking none, and she had a no-hitter going into the sixth.
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The Lions took the lead in the top of the first, after a shaky start by pitcher Bree Wilzbacher and even shakier fielding by the Titans (29-4). A double steal resulted in Leo's Alexa Allen crossing home plate only because the catcher, Taylor Rogers, dropped the ball after a throw from the shortstop.
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Gibson Southern yanked Wilzbacher midway through the second inning – she allowed one run on one hit with two walks – and her replacement, Jaime Nurrenbern, went six innings and allowed one run on three hits with four strikeouts.
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1 medium head cabbage, cored and chopped (5 to 6 cups)
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Place the cabbage in a large bowl. Combine the ketchup, sugar, vinegar, salt, pepper and hot sauce in a liquid measuring cup. Pour over the cabbage and toss to coat thoroughly.
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1 pound chopped or pulled pork, preferably smoked (pulled pork is available at barbecue joints, at some deli counters and butcher shops)
1 pound dried spaghetti
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons powdered mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for the pasta water
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes
1 (28-ounce) can no-salt-added tomato purée
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
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Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add the onion and bell pepper, stirring to coat. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until it releases its aroma, about 2 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste; cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then stir in the powdered mustard, salt, pepper, allspice, cinnamon and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute, then add the tomato puree and brown sugar.
Pour in the water, stirring to form a sauce. After the mixture starts to boil, reduce the heat to low.
Cook, uncovered, for about 2 hours, stirring regularly to keep the sauce from scorching. The consistency should be a bit thin – more like barbecue sauce than a thick spaghetti sauce.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions.
While the pasta is cooking, stir the pulled pork into the sauce to warm through.
Drain the cooked pasta; divide among individual bowls or plates. Spoon a generous amount of sauce over each portion. Serve warm. Makes 6 to 8 servings.


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I can't speak for the floorboards.
But, for the other points.
Reliability largely depends on you. If you're not the type to get your hands dirty, and go the extra mile to care for your car, like a parent loving a young child, they can be costly. Most of the problems people have in these cars are electrical things, and the transmission. The motor (the 4.2) is by and large one of the best motors Audi has ever made.
The weak point on the car is the transmission. So, for best reliability, every 50k or so, I'd drop the pan, and change the ATF if it's in good condition. If it's in bad condition (metal, burnt, etc), I'd flush it and run the best ATF you can through it to squeeze life out of the thing.
Hmm.. So yea, my car has 288k on it, it's on its second transmission, and the motor uses oil, but I bought the car with the intention of replacing both.
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I'm in Arizona, so don't think there's been any flood issues with the car
I beat my kids to keep them in line, so you're saying be abusive to the car? (just kidding on both accounts )
I do most of my own work, so I'll save some pennies there (for instance, my Z just had a recall on the fuel line...dealership wanted to do $3k worth of other minor jobs, that I did myself for under $300--I hate dealerships!). I have read the tranny can have issues. Hopefully, my car was treated well previously...it's had 3 owners before me. It's got 125k on the odometer, so I'll replace the ATF within the next week or 2, along with the oil.
FWIW, my wife drove the car home yesterday (we live about an hour from the dealer, and she can't drive a stick), and when we got home, she tried to claim the car as her own, lol.
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First of all, children need a good whoopin' this lovey-dovey best friend crap will make your kids into social deviants.
Secondly, yes, you should drive the car. Feathering the throttle all the time isn't great for the car, and you get worse mileage doing so.
Those Z cars, I had a 300ZX-TT, the dealer tried to tell me I'd have 5k in "repairs" to I told them to shove it and I fixed everything for around the same money you did to fix your 350. Crazy!
But yea, as long as you're not uncomfortable with a wrench, you'll be fine. I'd highly recommend getting a VAG-COM, so you can read the codes on your car.
You'll need 8 quarts of oil, so budget for that
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Floor mats - these cars use a multi carpet philosophy in their main carpet (like old cars used to do before moulded one piece carpets), so what you think are mats may in fact be the carpet!
How you tell on the front mats is to look at the holding clips near the seats. If the floor studs go straight through the mat clips (ie: the clips have a hole through the middle like a washer or donut), then that's the actual carpet.
Floor mats have a cap on the clip which finishes the floor stud off and covers it quite nicely.
Mats with the correct factory clip/cap are quite readily available aftermarket, or if you want to pay heaps you can go to the dealer!
The "exposed" floor under the carpet is correct.
Reliability wise, like rowingdude said the only real weak point is the tranny (and there's lots of debate as to why and what fails).
The engine is very good, but not perfect.
Oil leaks around the valve covers are common (easy fix with new gaskets).
As is a coolant leak around the oil cooler (it fails externally - so no oil contamination - due to a plastic pipe which ages and fails. Metal aftermarket replacements run about $30 (plus an oil seal kit from Audi), but its a bitch of a job!)
Lately a failing cam adjuster fault has started to appear, which initially sounds like sticky lifters.
About the only other thing to watch out for is the fuel pump. They don't fail unduly early, but the replacement job can be epic!
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I will be traveling to Wilson, North Carolina several times in the coming months and need CH recommendations for places to eat. So far, I've seen chains and fast food. Ugh. Please help with suggestions in or near Wilson!
Wilson is chock full of locally owned places. The Beefmastor Inn has excellent steaks, Flo's Kitchen has great biscuits and fried pork chops, and there are a bunch of authentic Mexican places. The one I've eaten at most recently was Tacos y Tortas El Mexicanito, which was on the corner of Hines and Tarboro St., IIRC. It was excellent. I also like Taqueria Guerrero, but it's been a year or so since I've eaten there. Taqueria las Palmas is on Tarboro St. just up from El Mexicanito, but I haven't tried it yet. I would also imagine that some of the many Mexican grocery and dry goods stores in Wilson serve cooked food.
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NO on Bill's.
Definite YES on Beefmastor Inn for their ribeyes.
Flo's is also great!
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I don't see any point to Bill's or Parker's at this point. Bill's is by far the worse one of the two.
Has anyone been to Ruby's? I saw some pictures of it on a random blog I found recently. Apparently they do traditional Southern food for breakfast and lunch, and then switch to Indian for supper!
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Stay far, far, far away from Ruby's. Is it even still open? Oh, avoid Ruby's. Cleanliness is questionable at best. Food quality and freshness is even worse. Unless something has changed in the last 6 months, of course, that remains true.
Check out Quince for a good upscale meal, Beefmastor for a steak, O' Cools for a beer, Paul's for Italian. DICK'S HOTDOGS IS A "CAN'T MISS" LOCAL INSTITUTION. For Mexican, I've heard good things about Torerro's (sp?), downtown, but I haven't had an opportunity to go by. I've also heard good things about 50/50, but have never been there for food; it looks nice, if that helps. Silver Lake is pretty good for seafood. Silver Lake used to be incredible, but quality slipped for a while - it's now being returned to "glory." For BBQ, go to Goldsboro, Kinston, Greenville, or Ayden - there's a ton of threads about BBQ in those towns around. You can't get great BBQ in Wilson anymore.
For bbq I'd go to Parker's 50 times before heading to Bill's. Don't really remember why as it's been so long since going to Bill's. Ate at both during my early years and just started to prefer Parker's better. I'll take a small dark combination any day I get an offer.
For a good steak I'd also recommend the Beefmaster. Very small place that cooks a mean ribeye. If you don't like ribeyes, go somewhere else to eat. That, a potato, and a salad are all you're gonna get. No other choices...but worth the experience.
i go through wilson once every 3-4 years, but always follow the great Q places that were renowned there. i've been to parkers and the other place more downtown (whose name i cannot recall, and which i could not find on my last trip through there).
am i hearing that those places are gone, supplanted by mexican food?
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Parker's and Bill's are still there, they're just bad. Parker's is okay but generic; Bill's has been awful since Floyd. As for whether they've been supplanted by Mexican food- depends on whether or not you like Mexican food. Wilson has a large Hispanic population now, and the taquerias to go with it. I love them, they're definitely CH-type places, and Wilson isn't a bbq town anymore to me, so in my case I suppose they have supplanted the bbq joints.
If you do want good eastern NC style bbq, then take the short drive over to Kenly and eat at Moore's, or down to Greenville to eat at B's. You won't go wrong at either place.
And, whoever posted to try Dick's Hot Dogs, yes, definitely worth a visit there as well.
I've eaten at Jac's Grill a few times - the food is "solid" meaning, not fantastic, but definitely passable. It's a favorite of one of my clients that lives in Wilson.
I've also been a few times to a sandwich shop that is located close to downtown. It's part restaurant/part specialty grocery but for the life of me I can't remember the name.....sorry
You're also not far from Raleigh - I can be in Wilson in 35 minutes
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Jac's is great, but was much better. The chef who helped open Jac's left and helped open Qunice, where he still is. Quince is a really classy place with a great menu and the highest quality tap list between Raleigh and Greenville.