Local News
Yosemite National Park officials are thanking to all those who volunteer…
Heat Problems with Vegetables
As we get ready for this year’s vegetable garden planting season, I begin thinking about summer heat.
Road Work Planned for First Week In May
Motorists can expect delays on several Mother Lode highways this week.
Here’s how to grow your own food with less water, even in a drought
After one of the worst snow years on record in the western United States, communities must live with less water.
Water Work To Close Four Roadways In Calaveras County
CCWD reports the work will last into June.
Dog Tests Positive For Rabies In Calaveras County
The Calaveras County Health & Human Services Agency reports the pooch contracted the disease after a skunk encounter.
A Water Main Installation To Cause Long Delays on Phoenix Lake Road
TUD reports that the work will last for a month.
Update: Power Outage In Mariposa County
PG&E reports crews have restored power to more than 600 customers who woke up to no lights this morning.
Highway 140 In Mariposa County Reopened
Traffic is moving freely on the highway following weeks of repair after a rockslide earlier last month.
Update: Highway 108 Backed Up Due To Crash
The CHP has cleared the scene of a two-vehicle collision that slowed traffic during the Friday evening commute.
Law Enforcement Activity On Hwy 120 Near Knights Ferry
The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office reports it is slowing traffic near Lover’s Leap but did not disclose what investigators were looking for in that area.
Plant Gathering In Yosemite By 7 Tribes Can Proceed
An assessment of gathering plants and plant parts for traditional purposes has been finalized.
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State News
Apple beats out earnings estimates with continued iPhone momentum
Apple posted strong results for its quarterly earnings on Thursday, but investors’ attention is also focused on the upcoming CEO…
US News
Agent hit by buckshot from the gun of man charged in correspondents’ dinner attack, prosecutor says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Authorities have determined that buckshot from the gun of the man charged with trying to storm the…
2 US service members missing after military exercises in Morocco
CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) — Two U.S. service members are missing in southwestern Morocco after taking part in annual multinational military…
Trump keeps us up in the air with his hints of what’s coming in a new batch of UFO files
President Donald Trump is promising to release new UFO records that he says will be “very interesting.” He says the…
World News
Austrian police detain suspect in case of rat poison found in baby food jars on supermarket shelves
Police in eastern Austria say a 39-year-old suspect has been arrested after rat poison turned up in some HiPP baby…
OPEC+ countries agree modest rise in production as Iran retains chokehold on key Strait of Hormuz
VIENNA (AP) — Seven countries in the OPEC+ grouping of oil-producing countries — including Saudi Arabia and Russia — say…
New Met Gala fashion exhibit seeks to ‘reclaim’ body types that art history has ignored
NEW YORK (AP) — One of the first sights we see in “Costume Art,” the new fashion exhibit to be…
Entertainment News
‘The Devil Wears Prada’ struts to first place with $77 million debut
Studio estimates on Sunday say “The Devil Wears Prada 2” has topped the box office with $77 million in the…
Beyoncé, Bezos, baubles and bustiers: What to know about the 2026 Met Gala
NEW YORK (AP) — Fashionistas knew this already: “Fashion is Art.” But how will Met Gala guests interpret that dress…
Shakira thrills a crowd of 2 million with free concert on Brazil’s Copacabana beach
Shakira has performed a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. The Brazilian city’s mayor said 2 million…
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American Legion Breakfast
Tuolumne Country Veterans Hall | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
American Legion Breakfast the first Sunday of Each Month
Sonora Memorial Veterans Hall | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Dachshund Derby
Westside Memorial Park | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Tuolumne Country Veterans Hall | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
American Legion Breakfast the first Sunday of Each Month
Sonora Memorial Veterans Hall | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Dachshund Derby
Westside Memorial Park | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Community-Wide Open House & Cinco De Mayo Luncheon
Sonora Senior Center | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Cinco de Maya at San Andreas VFW Post
VFW Post 2600 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sonora Senior Center | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Cinco de Maya at San Andreas VFW Post
VFW Post 2600 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
League of Women Voters Candidate Forum District 5 Calaveras Co.
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Sonora Celebrates 175th Anniversary
District Three Candidates Kirk and McCaffrey Debate Fire Funding, and Other Topics
Highway 108 Sonora Pass Reopens Thursday
Mountain Ranch Man Handcuffed For Alleged Unprovoked Attack
Threat Investigation At Calaveras High School
Investigation Lands Sonora Man In Jail On Child Pornography And Drug Charges
Road Work Planned for First Week In May
Water Work To Close Four Roadways In Calaveras County
A Water Main Installation To Cause Long Delays on Phoenix Lake Road
Dog Tests Positive For Rabies In Calaveras County
Calaveras County Shelter Releases Urgent Message
New Ambulance Provider Picked For Tuolumne County



