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Richter Entertainment Group Presents 2015 Concert Season & Brand New Stage and Stage Roof at Ironstone Amphitheatre
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/30/2015 12:59 PM
Murphys, CA...We are very busy at Ironstone working to make one of America's most beautiful amphitheaters even greater for our patrons! We are expanding the stage and building a brand new stage roof, giving us the ability to make productions bigger and more fun to see for the the audience. There will be better sight lines and we are going to bring in improved daylight LED screens. In addition we are making some of our production space even better for the bands. Artists and audiences alike, love concerts at Ironstone, everyone's going to love it even more!
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Ironstone Announces Big Summer Concert Series!
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/30/2015 10:01 AM
Murphys, CA...The 2015 Concert Series Has Been Announced!! These are firm dates and one more may be added!!
Reclamation Announces Spring and Summer Hours of Operation for Recreation Facilities at New Melones Lake
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/30/2015 07:17 AM
Sonora, CA...The Bureau of Reclamation's Central California Area Office announces that effective Wednesday, April 1, most recreation facilities at New Melones Lake will be open for the public's enjoyment, with some exceptions. Individual and group campsites and group picnic reservations may be made a minimum of two days in advance through the National Recreation Reservation Service at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Several individual campsites are also available on a first-come first-served basis...
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Hundreds Attend Water Crisis Forum In Copperopolis
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/30/2015 06:55 AM
Copperopolis, CA...Hundreds of public and private sector leaders and citizens met together Saturday, March 28, 2015, in Copperopolis for The Water Crisis Forum. The forum brought together the key leaders working on the impact of the drought and Federal and State policies which are requiring the draining of millions of gallons of water from California reservoirs to allegedly enhance salmon in the lower rivers. The leaders including United States Congressman Tom McClintock, California State Assemblyman Frank Bigelow, Tuolumne County Supervisor Karl Rodefer and Jeff Shields, Manager South San Joaquin Irrigation District. Congressman McClintock serves as the Chairman of the Federal Lands Subcommittee of the Natural Resources Committee, and is a member of the Natural Resources Committee and of the Subcommittee on Water, Power and Oceans....
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Congressman McClintock Introduces H.R. 1668 the Save Our Water Act
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/30/2015 06:36 AM
Washington, DC...On March 26th Congressman McClintock introduced H.R. 1668, the Save Our Water Act. During times of extreme and exceptional drought conditions the bill will suspend water releases by Federal and State agencies to adjust river water temperatures....
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President Obama's Weekly Address: Protecting Working Americans' Paychecks
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/30/2015 07:24 AM
Washington, DC...Hi, everybody. Five years ago, after the worst financial crisis in decades, we passed historic Wall Street reform to end the era of bailouts and too big to fail. As part that reform, we created an independent Consumer Financial Protection Bureau with one mission: to protect American consumers from some of the worst practices of the financial industry....
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Huge Paint Sale Now At Arnold Ace Home Center
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 09:09 AM
Arnold, CA...Arnold Ace Home Center has a Huge Buy One Get One Free Paint Sale Going On Now. Pages & Pages of Savings are enclosed...
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Watch a Movie This Week at the Best Theatre in the Mother Lode...Angels Six Theatres!
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/28/2015 02:12 PM
Angels Camp, CA...Angels 6 Theatres in historic Angels Camp is the best place to see a movie in the Mother Lode. Click Below for full schedule.
Check Out the Latest Movies at Angels 6 Theatres Above!
Angels Trading Post Has Everything To Keep You Moving!!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/28/2015 02:07 PM
Angels Camp, CA...The Angels Trading Post has friendly smiles and even a Free Soda with every fill up! Stop and say hi and top off your tanks today! Angels Trading Post has everything you need to keep you Hopping when you visit our area. Great Prices on Gas, Drinks, Sodas, Java City Coffees and more. They also accept E.B.T. cards.and have great prices on tobacco products. They are open everyday from 5am to Midnight!! Stop by and see the Singh's today at the corner of Hwy 49 & Hwy 4.
Sign Up Now For Camp Sew Fun 2015
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/28/2015 01:31 PM
Angels Camp, CA....This class is for ages 8 to 18, boys and girls. It is a great class to introduce your child to the world of sewing. This is a basic sewing class, the students will make projects to learn machine techniques. Class projects include: a tote bag with outside pocket, a small zipper bag, a small bag with a buttonhole (they will also sew on a button with their machine!) and they will make a skirt or pair of shorts. Included in the class fee is a NEW Bernette Seville 4 sewing machine..
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Make Plans To Race In The 10th Annual Slush Cup
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/28/2015 08:43 AM
Bear Valley, CA...The 10th Annual Slush Cup, benefitting the Bear Valley Snowsports Education Foundation (BVSEF) will be held on Sunday, April 12th at Bear Valley Mountain, the official closing day for the area for the 2014/15 ski season. Almost always true to the name, the Slush Cup will be a slushy snow condition head-to-head racing event historically held under warm and sunny skies on Sunday of the ski area's closing weekend. Each year the Slush Cup provides a competitive throw down for local alpine skiers, snowboarders and Telemark enthusiasts. There are various age groups for both Male and Female categories in each discipline based on being an alpine or non-alpine competitor and the fastest run of the Finals declares the winner in each division...
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Bear Valley Dine, Wine & Song Series Saturday March 28th with Mike Annuzzi
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/28/2015 08:08 AM
Bear Valley, CA...Enjoy a four-course menu specially prepared by Creekside's Head Chef Bob Mason, paired with some of the best wine in the region - with education about the art of wine making from Hatcher Winery. Enjoy the positive and rhythmic style of Mike Annuzzi at 7 pm in the Cathedral Lounge. To make it an extra-special event plan to stay at the Bear Valley Lodge and plan to hit the slopes the next day! Call the Bear Valley Lodge to book now (209)-753-2327
Beautiful Featured Home & Open House 11:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday March 28
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 02:11 PM
Big Trees Village, CA...One of a kind property in Big Trees Village. Two separate homes on an oversized 1.1 acre lot with a lovely view of the mountains. The Main house is 2400 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 2 half baths. Downstairs is a large rec room perfect for watching t.v. or playing games. Open floor plan with beautiful hardwood floors, quartz counter tops, gas appliances. The second home is a charming care takers cottage featuring 1000 square feet with a full kitchen, 2 sleeping areas and 1.5 baths..
Mark Twain Medical Center Announces 6th Annual Spring Health Fair & Lupus Awareness Fun/Run Walk
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/23/2015 09:38 AM
San Andreas, CA...Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be holding its 6th Annual Health Fair and Lupus Fun/Run Walk on Saturday, March 28th from 8am until noon at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys. Over forty community health related service groups will participate in this community-wide event. A wealth of information will be available on topics such as senior health services, health insurance, nutrition, and fitness. Low cost testing and services include Blood Analysis ($45), and Bone Density Screenings ($10). In addition to the five-panel blood analysis (this test consists of a chemistry panel, thyroid, complete blood count, lipid panel, iron for women, and PSA for men), the Medical Center will also now screen for vitamin D deficiencies....
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Fossil & Form Art Opening at Petroglyphe Gallery on Sunday, March 29
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/12/2015 07:54 AM
Mokelumne Hill, CA...Based on earth elements, Fossil & Form features the jewelry of Edward Lawrence, designed from rare artifacts with interesting fabrications. These unique compositions inspire conversation. This work couples beautifully with the functional ceramic sculpture of local artisan Mary Anderson, whose artistic hands work the potter's wheel and beyond, to shape clay into fine art. This new exhibit opens at Petroglype Gallery in Mokelumne Hill on Sunday, March 29 from 3-5 pm. Complimentary light appetizers and wine will be served...
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Beautiful Arnold Home On Shirley Way Is Awaiting You! ~ Featured Home From Cedar Creek Realty
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/27/2015 06:35 PM
Arnold, CA...Nestled amongst the trees on a quiet cul-de-sac in the popular neighborhood of Blue Lake Springs, this charming cabin is just waiting to become your family's favorite mountain retreat! Completely remodeled in 2000, this home features a fantastic open floor plan, lots of natural light, a gorgeous open beam wood ceiling and knotty pine walls in the living room that give the home a true mountain feel, and a light and bright kitchen with room for everyone. There are four large sleeping rooms, two located on the main level plus two on the upper level. One of the upstairs bedrooms is so large it could easily be used as a full rec room! There is also a small bonus room on the ground level, a deep two car garage, a deck that wraps on two sides, and a private view out back with level terrain. Come take a peek today, this adorable mountain retreat won't last long!...
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Freeheel Race Series and Festival March 27-28, 2015
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/27/2015 11:11 AM
Bear Valley, CA...One of a kind event at Bear Valley! It doesn't matter if you're a seasoned backcountry traveler or new to the scene, this event is intended to inspire winter enthusiasts who want to learn about safe and fun backcountry travel. Avalanche clinics, instruction, and a fun party!
New Spring Arrivals at The Clothes Mine!
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/27/2015 11:00 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Classic black & whites are a staple for any Spring wardrobe. We have beautiful tops in tunic, sleeveless, and button front styles for dressy or casual occasions. Stop by and see us soon for the best selection! We are located in historic downtown Angels Camp and are open every day 10am -6pm. Stop in or give us a call at 209.890.7532. We look forward to seeing you!
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Traffic Update...Deceased Deer In Roadway Near Independence Rd / Railroad Flat Rd & Vehicle On Boulder On Via Este Rd
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/27/2015 08:11 AM
Rail Road Flat, CA...A deer has picked the middle of the roadway as a good place to decompose and there is a vehicle on a boulder on Via Este Road in Sonora. Let's be careful out there...
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The Big Spring Has Arrived Sale Going On Now At 49er Motors
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/27/2015 07:39 AM
Angels Camp, CA...49er Motors Spring has arrived sale!! We have been spring shopping and new inventory is arriving daily. We are now a Credit Union Direct lender (CUDL) and have a wide selection of lenders that we work with. If you have a down payment and an income source we can most likely get you financed. Come on down and see us today!!
2002 GMC SIERRA 2500HD EXT CAB WITH FLEETWOOD ELKHORN CABOVER CAMPER 11x with aluminum construction. All in One! Get Ready For Adventures!!! Camping Season Is Here!!! GMC Automatic, 8.1L V8 Engine Plenty Of Power, Long Bed, 2500 HD, New Tires, Very Low Miles. Cabover Camper Fleetwood Elkhorn Rv Cabover Camper, A/C Unit, 3 Burner Stove, Attached Awning, Privacy Glass, Self Contained Bathroom, Microwave, indoor and out door shower, Hideaway Bunk Bed, Sleeps 4 Comfortably, Self Leveling Jacks, Generator and MUCH MORE!! Sought After Side Door Entrance. Tons of storage! You have To come Check Out this one, Such a Great Combo All In One. Truck Vin:1GTHC29G92E151611 Camper Vin:1ek6x110622303641
2006 Subaru Impreza 2.5 WRX, 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter, 5-Spd, AWD, 2 owner clean car fax and has tons of service records on car fax. Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, Automatic Locks and Doors. This isn't your average Subaru. Definitely one you won't want to pass up!!!! ON SALE $12,949 VIN-JF1GD79636G506673
2013 Nissan Murano SL, V6, 3.5 Liter, Automatic, CVT, AWD, Power Liftgate Release, Traction Control, Vehicle Dynamic Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Keyless Entry, Keyless Start, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, AM/FM Stereo, SiriusXM Satellite, Bluetooth Wireless, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Heated Seats, Dual Moon Roofs ON SALE $21,449 VIN- JN8AZ1MW1DW316772
2006 Hummer H2 4x4, this is a CREAM PUFF! Looks and drives like new with lots of options including Luxury Package, Air Suspension, Navigation, DVD with head rest monitors, Back Up Camera, Power Everything, Moon Roof, and so much more. You wont find a nicer, cleaner Hummer than this!! Come see it today!! Priced way below blue book ON SALE $19,949 VIN-5GRGN23U16H122319
2007 GMC YUKON DENALI AWD, 6.2L V8 380 Hp, Leather Interior, Naviagation, Bose Speakers, Captain Chairs, Automatic Liftgate, Heated Front and Rear Seats, 3rd Row. Chrome Aftermarket Rims, Chrome Trim. Luxury SUV for the family to look great in. Come take it for a Test Drive you wont be disappointed!!!!!
2005 Ford F150 FX4- 4x4, Clean Car Fax with regular service records. Leather, Premium sound, Dvd player, parking sensors, adjustable pedals, Power windows and locks, upgraded rims and tires and much more. This is one solid truck that would make you proud to drive! Come down and take a look at this one today!
ON SALE $19,949 Vin-1FTPW14505FA73706
2005 Chevy Aveo LT, Great MPG, One Owner with a clean car fax, Automatic, Power windows and locks, this is a great cheap ride!! Safety checked and ready to go with our famous 3 month 3,000 mile warranty! Come and see it today!! ON SALE $5440 VIN-KL1TG52605B324382
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Murphys to Markleeville – "The Schedule" – March 27 to April 4
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/27/2015 07:37 AM
Arnold, CA..."The Schedule" is published every Thursday by the Ebbetts Pass Visitors Center and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville. For more detailed info visit
The Schedule
. Please come by and pick one up or contact the Visitors Center at
to have your event included in "The Schedule."
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The Clothes Mine and Blooms and Things featured at the Calaveras Wedding Faire!
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 02:40 PM
Angels Camp, CA...The Clothes Mine Bridal and Formalwear produced a fabulous fashion show at the Calaveras Wedding Faire held at Ironstone Vinyards on Sunday, March 22nd. Local models wore gorgeous gowns from the Sutter Creek and Angels Camp locations, with beautiful bouquets provided by Blooms and Things. Hair and makeup were done by Jen'z Salon in Murphys, with custom tanning by SUNsual Tanning Boutique in Angels Camp. The event was produced by Sound Extreme Productions of Sonora. If you missed this one, be sure to plan for the next bridal fashion show featuring The Clothes Mine. It will be held on May 3rd, at the Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort. For more information, call The Clothes Mine at 209.890.7532.
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Celebrating Hospice Volunteers April 12 – 18 During National Volunteer Week, Hospice of Amador & Calaveras Honors those who Give Selflessly to Others
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 02:29 PM
Jackson, CA...Over 40 years ago, the U.S. hospice movement was founded by dedicated volunteers who wanted to bring compassion and care to people at life's end. This commitment to volunteering among our nation's hospices continues to be a foundation of hospice care. During National Volunteer Week, April 12-18, Hospice of Amador & Calaveras is celebrating the many gifts of its dedicated volunteers from our community who provide support, companionship and dignity to patients and family caregivers facing serious and life-limiting illness...
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Murphys Area Churches Easter Week Schedule
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 02:24 PM
Calaveras Sheriff Volunteers Provided Traffic Control During Irish Day
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 12:47 PM
Murphys, CA...Under the coordinnation of Sgt. Vic Farina, the following Calaveras Sheriff Volunteers, Lyle Bradt, Louis Chiu, Sgt. Bob Fienberg, Jim Garrick, Kathleen Hogue Gonzalez,Sandra Kraft, Judy McMurtry, Cpt. Betty Miner, Ron Parker and Rudy Silberbauer provided traffic control during the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade last Saturday in Murphys. This annual public event was well attended. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful weather and the festivities at this community event...
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Thursday Night Jam Sessions At Micki & Larry's Sports Pub
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 12:39 PM
Robert Porovich 1913 - 2015
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 12:32 PM
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Michael Ray Jakubik 1980 - 2015
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 12:27 PM
Copperopolis, CA...Michael Ray Jakubik, age 35, died on March 20, 2015 in Sonora Regional Medical Center. Michael was born on January 6, 1980, to Jerome and Kathleen (Tucker) Jakubik, in Orange County California. He resided with his wife Sarah and daughter Heather in Copperopolis, California. He enjoyed repairing small engines and riding ATVs with his wife and daughter. He is survived by his wife Sarah, daughter Heather, mother Kathleen, sister Jennifer (Andy) Willeford and in-laws, nieces and nephews...
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Shop Local For All Your Ink & Toner Needs At Cartridge Suppy Ink In Angels Camp
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 12:20 PM
Angels Camp, CA...At Cartridge Supply Ink We sell Toner, Ink, along with new and used printers. We also work on all laser jet printers. Save and extra 10% for Vets and an extra 25% for Active Duty Service Members...
American Red Cross Fire Safety Campaign Aims to Raise Awareness, Reduce Deaths and Injuries in Murphys Fire District
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 12:09 PM
Murphys, CA...On Saturday, March 28th, Red Cross volunteers will join members of the Murphys Fire Department to visit local neighborhoods and help residents be fire safe. Volunteers will go door-to-door sharing important fire safety information, and also install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors if and where needed. This community canvass is part of a national Red Cross campaign aimed to reduce home fire-related deaths and injuries by as much as 25 percent over the next five years. The campaign seeks to increase the use of smoke alarms in neighborhoods with higher frequencies of home fires and to encourage all Americans to develop and practice their fire escape plans...
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Looking old and weathered encouraged by local club
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 11:55 AM
San Andreas, CA...While we attempt to delay our own inevitable aging, bonsai experts embrace the opposite as it relates to their miniature trees. Specimens looking old and even ancient with weather-beaten trunks and twisted limbs are prized and valued for their natural artistic beauty...
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"Tank" The English Bulldog Was Quite The Hit At Irish Day
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 11:41 AM
Murphys, CA...My name is Nicole Collum. My husband Larry Collum, my son Andrew and I went to Irish Days with our English Bulldog "Tank." Tank was a hit!! Everybody just loved him and we got stopped dozens of times for people to take pictures with him and pet him and love him. He was really the celebrity bulldog there. This is Tank with the famous leprechaun and my husband Larry.
Here is Tank all dressed up for the day!
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Calaveras County General Plan, Concerns ~ Letter To The Editor By Calaveras County Republican Party
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 11:03 AM
San Andreas, CA...It is our position that our Board of Supervisors in 2006 grossly erred with their original decision to undertake a "Comprehensive Overhaul" of our county's 1996 General Plan. The BOS was sold a bill-of-goods, based on some very creative assumptions, with a price tag of $1 million+ dollars. These assumptions delivered by and outside group have proven to be without merit, reckless and because of the high dollar amount extracted from our unaware BOS, deplorable. Then over the past 9 years, with multiple revisions of the General Plan and Planning Directors, all adding to the confusion and concern as to the direction our rural county's was headed. With each revision comes more ambiguous planning language, more restrictive and complex zoning and property rights challenges, all infuriating property owners and stalling development, one of our vital economic engines...
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Calaveas County Republican Party Weighs In On General Plan
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 10:53 AM
La Grange Rodeo Sunday March 29, 2015
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 10:38 AM
La Grange, CA...Want to have a real small town, down home Western experience? The La Grange Rodeo Sunday March 29th is for you. It's a full day, with slack roping and riding events starting 8 AM Sunday morning. Get there around noon to see the Rodeo Queen crowning ceremony. Best be in your seats before 1 PM when the Grand Entry begins at the La Grange Rodeo Arena, overlooking the Tuolumne River canyon, east of town on Hwy 132. You'll see bull riding, bareback and saddle bronc riding, team roping and calf roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, and of course the rodeo clowns. Then there's the goat scramble for kids 8 and under. Catch the goat and you keep it! You'll find plenty of food and refreshments to sample and lots of Cowboy and Cowgirl gear to help you put on the style...
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Traffic Update...Red Suburu On It's Side Near Sr108 / Long Barn Rd
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 10:33 AM
Long Barn, CA...CHP is reporting a Red Subaru on it's side with unknown if any injuries to it's occupants near Sr108 / Long Barn Rd. Let's be careful out there..
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Make Plans For Easter Brunch At Murphys Hotel
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 10:15 AM
Traffic Update...Ford Ranger On It's Side Near Avery Sheep Ranch Rd / Sheep Ranch Rd
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 10:10 AM
Sheep Ranch, CA...CHP is reporting a Ford Ranger on it's side and tools in the roadway about 1/2 mile north of the Avery Sheep Ranch Rd / Sheep Ranch Rd intersection. The extent of injuries if any are unknown at this time. Let's be careful out there...
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San Andreas Woman Loses Her Life In Accident Near Mokelumne Hill
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 09:57 AM
Mokelumne Hill, CA...Connie Sullivan, 53 From San Andreas lost her life in an accident near Mokelumne Hill. The accident occurred at approximately 3:15pm and Sullivan was driving her 1991 Dodge in the southbound traffic lane of SR-49 at an unknown speed when, for an unknown reason, she allowed her vehicle to travel to the right and off the paved portion of the roadway. The Dodge traveled down the steep embankment and overturned. After the collision, it came to rest on its roof facing in an Easterly direction off the roadway, and down the embankment...
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Assault with a Deadly Weapon Arrest In Jamestown
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 09:40 AM
Jamestown, CA...On 3/3/15 Tuolumne County Sheriff's Deputies were dispatched to a "homeless camp" near Highway 108 and Stockton Avenue on a report of an altercation. Responding Deputies met with the 40 year old male victim who reported he had been assaulted and threatened by two males. At one point during the altercation one of the males fired at least one shot from a handgun, and demanded the victim leave the area...
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Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials For March 25 - 31! Order Your Easter Cakes!
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 07:58 AM
Murphys & Angels Camp, CA... Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. "We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. " - Mike Croshaw Order Your Easter Cakes by Lila & Sage - Pre-Order Today! Festive, fresh and delicious custom cakes for Easter, Springtime and all special occasions. 8" round $29.99 serves 10 -15. 6" round $19.99 serves 6 - 8. Chocolate, Vanilla or Carrot Call 209-728-2604 or email us at
. Want to talk to us about planning and catering your next event? Email Skye at
Click Above For Their Weekly Savings. Do you know you can now text your deli orders to the stores? For Sierra Hills Market the number is 209-753-7115. For Angels Food Market the number is (209)-753-7331. Now that is easy!! Senior Days now Tuesdays and Wednesdays! Save 10% When you buy 4 or more bottles of liquor or wine. Remember we already have the best prices on liquor and the biggest local wine selection.
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"Got Dogwoods? We Do!!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 07:53 AM
Murphys, CA...Murphys Nursery has all the Dogwoods you need to get your spring off to a beautiful start.
Calaveras Winegrape Alliance Behind the Bottle June 19-20, 2015
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 07:31 AM
Murphys, CA...Here in Calaveras County our only rule to enjoying wine is simple – That you like it! If you are also interested in connecting with the people who make the wine, join us for Behind the Bottle. Our participating wineries will be presenting seminars and demonstrations to broaden your understanding and maybe even your appreciation of wine....
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Live Fire Training In San Andreas On April 11
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2015 07:15 AM
San Andreas, CA...The Motherlode Interagency Training Officers Association in cooperation with the San Andreas Fire Protection District will be conducting a training burn in your neighborhood. This is to inform you, there will be a live fire safety training exercise of a Structure on the property located at: 236 Treat Ave, San Andreas. The date for the training is April 11, 2015 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This type of training is essential to providing this community with well-trained firefighters. The exercise will allow our personnel a chance to enhance their skills in suppression activities and to work safely in a controlled environment for future fire and life safety needs...
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Caltrans Weekly Road Report For The Week Through 3/28/15
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/25/2015 07:39 PM
Stockton, CA...The latest Caltrans District 10 Road Report is enclosed. It will give you a good idea of where construction is planned here locally and in our surrounding counties....
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Stanislaus National Forest Hosts Rim Fire Restoration Events
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/25/2015 07:26 PM
Sonora, Calif., (March 19, 2015)…The Stanislaus National Forest is seeking public engagement on restoration of the Forest area affected by the Rim Fire of 2013, a fire that burned 257,314 acres of land, by hosting workshops and open houses this spring. While Reforestation NEPA is underway (scoping package available on Forest website), some Restoration projects (meadow restoration, repair of recreation facilities damaged by the fire, etc.) are being planned; funding is actively being sought...
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Age Well Senior Driving Class Thursday, March 26th from 11am – 2pm, Murphys Fire Department
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/25/2015 07:19 PM
Murphys, CA...Talking with an older family member about their driving is often difficult. Most of us put off that talk until the person's driving has become what we believe to be dangerous. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) implemented the Age Well, Drive Smart program to assist families with this issue. This program was designed to provide older drivers with the KEYS to driving safe and driving longer....
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Traffic Update...Accident Near Sr26 / Quail Oaks Rd
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/25/2015 06:55 PM
Valley Springs, CA...Emergency crews are working an accident near Sr26 / Quail Oaks Rd. It is a Chevy pickup vs a Jeep. Please use caution in the area....
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UCCE Master Food Preservers 2015 Volunteer Training Program Amador & Calaveras Counties April 24 – June 12, 2015
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/25/2015 04:56 PM
San Andreas, CA...The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) invites adults interested in helping others learn about safe home food
preservation to apply to train as a Master Food Preserver (MFP) volunteer. UCCE Master Food Preserver volunteers learn research-based information and then share that knowledge with our communities in Amador and Calaveras counties through public classes, community events, and newsletters. Who Can Apply? Priority given to residents of Amador and Calaveras counties...
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Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort Men's Club Game for Wednesday March 18, 2015
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/25/2015 04:35 PM
Angels Camp, CA...The Game: Two Net Best Balls on Par 3s and Par 5s; Three Net Best Balls on Par 4s. T- 1st Place: Keith Jolly, John Renati, Dennis Schneider T - 1st Place: Eddie Bates, Larry Feldbrugge, Ken Neft, Wayne Cuff 3rd Place: Glen Croshaw, Ray Walker, Don Pulliam, Conrad Boisvert. Closest to the Flagstick: Hole #15 Bob Holston 4'2", Mark Weinheimer 15'6"
Pictured above; Keith Jolly, John Renati, Dennis Schneider
Pictured above: Eddie Bates, Larry Feldbrugge, Ken Neft, Wayne Cuff
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If you've been here before, you know how much I love graphic walls these days. They make such a dramatic impact on a room and I just can't get enough of them! I'm always amazed at the wonderful and creative ways people incorporate them. In fact, I have one myself in my living room and yes, I'm STILL searching for the perfect piece of furniture for that wall. Each time I think I've found it, it has either just sold or is out of my budget.
Anyway, these are some of the fun ways you all are working your graphic magic and I for one, am impressed!
Just the right amount of pizzaz, don't you think?
Hope you are having a lovely day!

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text: Ground floor apartment under construction with garden and pool on the water front in Porto Cristo. The construction of this complex of only six units, where three are already sold, will begin late 2012 or early 2013. This property is situated in a cul-de-sac, directly at the entrance to the marina of Porto Cristo and very close to the beach of Porto Cristo. The plot has the shape of a small peninsula where you can see the sea on both sides. This ground floor apartment, Duplex style, comprises on the main floor an area of 113 m2, a terrace of 44 m2 as well as 177 m2 of private garden and a pool of 33 m2, also private. Moreover, here are situated the open kitchen, the large living-/dining area with fireplace, WC and a bedroom with en suite bathroom. The living area comprises 91 m2 with a terrace of 20 m2. The master bedroom and a third bedroom, both with en suite bathroom, are situated here as well.


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Seasoned investment professionals, sector-dedicated analysts, and creative thinkers are at the heart of our business. Get their perspective on today's market climate.
Capital Markets: Challenges, Return of Equity Flows, and
2013 Capital Markets Update
SCHOENFELD: Israel has had a very positive second half of 2013. The stock
market has had strong momentum, particularly in the third quarter, and into the
fourth quarter. The year may end with a gain of over 20%, based on the
BlueStar Israel Global Index [BLSNTR]. Volumes have recovered substantially
on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and October saw one of the highest months in
trading activity in the past five years. Equity mutual fund flows, primarily
from domestic investors, and foreign portfolio flows, which had been absent
for quite a while, have come surging back into the market. <
Aviv Stock Exchange in 2013
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange started the year with strong challenges. There was
a lot of criticism over the management of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, which
led to volumes of the exchange being down and a number of major companies
leaving the exchange. If companies were dually listed on both exchanges, they
just moved to their U.S. listing, which is one of the reasons why the
BlueStar Israel Global Index includes Israeli stocks that are listed in
Israel, U.S., and London.
the end of October, after a very long search, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange named
a new CEO. His name is Yossi Beinart and he has strong international and
institutional experience. There's a lot of optimism about what he's going to
bring to the exchange. The Israel Securities Authority, the capital market's
main regulator, is pursuing a very aggressive set of reforms for the capital
markets, and the chairman, Professor Shmuel Hauser, is a large
has been an incredible year for the Israeli capital markets. It was a record
year for M&A activity, particularly acquisitions of Israeli startups and
medium-size companies by foreign companies, as well as entry into the capital
markets through IPOs and secondaries of major Israeli companies. Most
notably, Wix went public on the NASDAQ in November. The company Plus500 went
public on the London Stock Exchange, and there are still additional IPOs and
dual listings in the pipeline for 2014.
were a number of factors that drove the rally in 2013 for Israeli equities.
Foreign investors have returned in force to the market. Local investors have
started reinvesting in the market: both retail investors and Israeli
institutions, which had been very focused on investing abroad. Now that the
market is in rally mode, they're investing in the local market. There have
also been specific companies stories that have attracted investors both to
Israeli stocks listed in Tel Aviv, as well as Israeli stocks listed
Israel Global Index
The BlueStar Israel Global Index gained substantially during the second half of
2013. It significantly outperformed the MSCI Capped Index for Israel and other
global indexes for Israel, particularly because of the BIGI's capping and
diversification of major stocks; it also included a number of significant
stocks that are listed outside of Israel that had substantial gains. For
example, Perrigo, Stratasys, and Check Point all performed well. In addition,
a company like Teva, which is a fantastic blue-chip company, has been in a
rut over the last six months, and because the BlueStar Israel Global Index
caps its weight at 12.5%, it impacted the index relatively
research we do at BlueStar looks at both valuations and technical patterns in
the market. Even though the BlueStar Israel Global Index has had a very strong
rally and could be due for a pause, we expect further highs in 2014. I
believe the valuations are reasonable, and the political risk weight on the
market is slowly being lifted and may continue to dissipate, particularly
if there's movement toward an Israeli-Palestinian agreement and if the deal
or the provisional deal with Iran holds over the next five to six
as a Technology Startup Nation
is well-known for being the startup nation. The tech sector in Israel, which
includes information technology, software, app development, and hardware, has
had a very good second half of the year, just as tech companies in the U.S.
have had a good last half of the year. Because the BlueStar Israel Global
Index includes what I believe to be the appropriate weight in technology,
approximately 30% of the Index, it has benefited. Whether it's a 3D printing
company like Stratasys or an internet security company like Check Point, all
of these companies are starting to hit their stride and are recognized in the
market. We think that bodes well for the future.
as a Leading Indicator
financial sector in Israel is actually quite broad and diversified because the
two dominant banks, Bank Leumi and Bank Hapoalim, have exposure to almost every
sector in the economy. Other financial companies have a holding company
structure, which gives them exposure to everything from healthcare to
technology. As Israel's economy delivered strong GDP growth, the financial
sector tended to be a leading indicator. Because we expect continued economic
growth in Israel, the financial sector may potentially benefit by delivering
returns to investors.
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video's posting date. Video commentaries are general in nature and should not
be construed as investment advice. Opinions are subject to change with market
conditions. Any discussion of specific securities mentioned in the video
commentaries is neither an offer to sell nor a solicitation to buy these
securities. All indices mentioned are measures of common market sectors and
performance. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. All
performance information is historical and is not a guarantee of future
results. For more information about Van Eck Funds, Market Vectors ETFs or
fund performance, visit vaneck.com.
note that Van Eck Securities Corporation offers investment products that invest
in the asset class(es) included in this video (Market Vectors Israel
disclosure for Israel ETF investors: Investors should be willing to accept a
high degree of volatility and the potential of significant loss. The Fund is
subject to elevated risks, including those associated with investments in
foreign securities, in particular Israeli issuers, which include, among others,
greater market volatility, the availability of less reliable financial
information, higher transactional and custody costs, taxation by foreign
governments, decreased market liquidity and political instability. Israel's
relations with the Palestinian Authority and certain neighboring countries
such as Lebanon, Syria and Iran, among others, have at times been strained
due to territorial disputes, historical animosities or security concerns,
which may cause uncertainty in the Israeli markets and adversely affect the
overall economy. Furthermore, Israel's economy is heavily dependent upon
trade relationships with key counter parties around the world. Any
reduction in these trade flows may have an adverse impact on the Fund's
investments. In addition, companies with medium and small capitalizations are
subject to elevated risks, which include, among others, greater volatility,
lower trading volume and less liquidity than larger companies and tend to
have narrower product lines, fewer financial resources, less management depth
and experience and less competitive strength. Finally, the Fund is classified
as a "non-diversified" investment company under the Investment Company Act
of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"). Therefore, the Fund may invest
a relatively high percentage of its assets in a smaller number of issuers
or may invest a larger proportion of its assets in a single company.As a
result, the gains and losses on a single investment may have a greater
impact on the Fund's NAV and may make the Fund more volatile than more
diversified funds. The Fund may loan its securities, which may subject it
to additional credit and counterparty risk.
"BlueStar Israel Global Index" is the exclusive property and a trademark
of BlueStar Global Investors LLC and has been licensed for use for certain
purposes by Van Eck Associates Corporation for Market Vectors Israel ETF.
The ETF is not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by BlueStar Global
Investors LLC and BlueStar Global Investors LLC makes no representation
regarding the advisability of trading in such products(s). < /p>
Israel Capped Investable Market Index is designed to measure the performance
of the large, mid, and small cap segments of the Israeli market, consisting
of stocks traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. The iShares MSCI Israel
Capped ETF (EIS) seeks investment results that correspond generally to the
price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of this
As of
December 31, 2013, the individual stocks mentioned in this commentary had the
following allocation in the Market Vectors Israel ETF. Perrigo (9.72% of the
portfolio); Stratasys (3.70%); Check Point (7.02%); Teva (12.13%); Bank Leumi
(4.04%); Bank Hapoalim (4.20%).
involves substantial risk and high volatility, including possible loss of
principal. An investor should consider the investment objective, risks, charges
and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. To obtain a prospectus
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Sara has been a contributor for only a couple of months but has already made her mark with a number of great articles including Points to consider before submitting an app to the Windows Phone Store, Advanced About Page for Windows Phone apps, with additional articles for how to create simple "About pages" using Coding4Fun and Telerik controls nearing completion: Coding4Fun - using the AboutPrompt control, Telerik RadControls - Rapid About Page for Windows Phone apps.
In addition, Sara is also helping her native Portuguese community by creating translations of these articles (Página avançada Sobre para aplicações de Windows Phone and Pontos a se considerar antes de submeter uma aplicação à Windows Phone Store).
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The first question:
Osho, Do you know who I am?
No sir, not at all. Because you are not. You are an emptiness - anatta. No sir. On the surface you may be somebody, but I am not concerned with your surface. In the deepest core you are simply a nobodiness, not even a nobody - nobodiness. How can I know you?
And that's the beauty, because if I can know you I have defined you, I have made you limited by my knowledge. If you can be known, immediately you become an object, you are no more a consciousness. If you can be known you cannot be infinite, and you are - infinite in your emptiness. How can I know you? Even you yourself cannot know. There exists nothing like self-knowledge. When you come to realize it, it is a no-self-knowledge. When you come to settle with it, suddenly you become aware that the knower and the known have disappeared - there is only emptiness, a vast space, with no beginning, no end - an infinity. That's what you are - how can it be known?
There is no possibility of knowledge. And it is good that you cannot be known, otherwise science will know you, and once known you are an object, a thing. Then the mystery is lost. That's why I say again and again that science will never be able to know the innermost core of being, because the innermost core is a non-being. You are just like an onion - go on peeling the layers, go on peeling the layers; a new layer comes, another new layer, another new layer, and then suddenly the whole onion is gone: emptiness in the hands. That is you.
But this emptiness is not negative, so don't misunderstand me. The very word emptiness looks like an absence of something. No, it is not. It is a presence of something infinite. It is not absence, it is not negative, it is not like darkness; it is a positive phenomenon. You are a no-self. This positivity has to be remembered because the word emptiness may give you a wrong notion about it, you may think it is simply empty. I am not saying there is an emptiness of something, I am not saying that there is absence of something - no. It is emptiness, it is the very emptiness, it is emptiness itself. Emptiness is being used as a positive term; when it is positive it is totally different.