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The World Pro Ski Tour (WPST) will be making its long-awaited return to Bear Valley Feb. 10-12. It will feature four races: two men’s and two women’s, and all races will take place on the same course for equal amounts of prize money.
After two major floods in Valley Springs with many calling the most recent one the worst yet, many residents have expressed frustration, demanding answers from county officials as to who is responsible for preventing such a disaster from happening again.
The third annual Calaveras Arts and Music Show (CAMS), formerly known as the “CAMMIES,” took place at the Copperopolis Armory Saturday night, recognizing dozens of musicians, singers, performers, producers, and theatrical groups who contribute to the local arts and entertainment industry.
At the Jan. 17 Angels Camp City Council meeting, the council unanimously approved waiving $250 in fees for the Volunteer Center of Calaveras.
Burson resident Chad Montgomery believes his neighbor maliciously shot his two young dogs when they escaped his yard and abused the one who remains missing.
Common Ground Senior Services has been offering services including meal delivery and transportation to seniors since 2001. Now, thanks to recent funding from Meals On Wheels, the program intends to “improve its effort to increase its impact on the lives of vulnerable adults in Calaveras Coun…
The same residents who experienced severe flooding that damaged roughly 50 homes in Valley Springs over New Year’s Eve were once again forced to evacuate over Martin Luther King Day Jr. Day weekend.
At the Jan. 10 Board of Supervisors meeting, District 2 supervisor Jack Garamendi nominated District 1 supervisor and former vice chair Gary Tofanelli for board chair, which the board unanimously approved.
The Calaveras Chamber of Commerce is launching its Leadership Calaveras program again this year, with activities set to begin in February. The program was originally launched in 1996 and paused during the first couple of years of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, it’s back, championed by the chamb…
After almost 50 homes flooded in Valley Springs on New Year’s Eve, residents have returned to deal with the damage.
In a live YouTube video last week, the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and state officials met at the state operations center to provide updates on the recent series of winter storms that have prompted the state to declare a state of emergency. Several state officials gath…
Heavy rain and snow have continued to drench the Mother Lode since the last week of 2022.
At the Jan. 3 Angels Camp City Council meeting, an emergency proclamation related to the storm which was not featured on the agenda was passed. City Administrator Rebecca Callen stated that the city is able to pass items, not on the agenda under the Brown Act. Sandbags are available at the A…
The latest winter storm has brought significant flooding to lower elevations, trapping many in their homes over New Year's Eve.
In a Dec. 2 traffic stop, a Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputy arrested a driver and passenger for possession of methamphetamine and other charges.
The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors has announced that they will be holding a special meeting at 10 a.m. on Jan. 5 in order to sign off on a local emergency proclamation regarding the severe weather. This proclamation was originally brought forward by the Calaveras County Office of Eme…
An icon of Calaveras County are the wooden flumes that line the hills between Angels Camp and Murphys, carrying water from reservoirs high above the county to those below. Owned and operated by the Utica Water and Power Authority (UWPA), the flumes have been vital to the Calaveras County wat…
For the latest safety information, follow the Office of Emergency Services on Facebook or call their community information line from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 4-5 at 209-754-2855. For the animal evacuations, call 209-754-6866. If you are in danger, call 9-1-1.
Yosemite National Park’s botanist, Garrett Dickman, explained how work maintaining the Mariposa grove of giant sequoias inside of the park prevented catastrophic loss when the Washburn Fire burned just outside of the grove in July of this year.
Calaveras County saw some outrageous news stories in 2022, from UFOs to a mummified mystery. Here are some of the most-read Enterprise articles this year.
The San Andreas branch of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has released details of two vehicle accidents that took place over the holiday weekend, one of which was fatal.
The ranching community recently gathered to honor 93-year-old Donald R. Whittle as the 2022 Cattleman of the Year.
Last month, a brand new restaurant opened its doors, offering diners an opportunity to try culturally diverse farm-to-fork food at their downtown Angels Camp location.
On Wednesday, Dec. 21, a memorial vigil was held at Petkovich Park in downtown Jackson, honoring those who have died while living without shelter in the past year.
Calaveras County Mental Health has announced that it has secured a $22 million grant to construct a new behavioral health center.
Downtown Angels Camp was lit up with festivity Saturday, Dec. 17, for the Gold Country Christmas Lighted Parade and Open House.
At the Dec. 13 Calaveras County Board of Supervisors meeting, statewide primary election winners Martin Huberty and Lehua Mossa were officially sworn in by outgoing District 3 Supervisor Merita Callaway.
Alisha Wynne, like many others, lost her main source of income when Covid hit. That’s when the 31-year-old from Angels Camp decided to get creative with her career and opened Bee Essential Shop in Angels Camp, selling handmade candles, skincare products, and eco-friendly clothing and accessories.
Update 12/22/22: Public Works has announced that the lane shifting onto the new section of the Wagon Trail Project will now begin on Dec. 22 after 1 p.m.
At the Dec. 6 Calaveras County Board of Supervisors meeting, the board officially adopted the long-planned Three-Year Countywide Strategic Plan. It is a result of planning on behalf of the Strategic and Financial Planning Committee which was formed in March 2021. The committee worked with di…
At the Dec. 6 Angels Camp City Council meeting, Mayor Alvin Broglio and Council Member Isabel Moncada were officially sworn in after winning the 2022 Midterm Member of the Angels Camp City Council race.
After a one-vehicle traffic incident over the weekend, one male passenger died and the driver received major injuries, according to a collision report from the San Andreas office of the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
Wintry weather over the weekend canceled events and threatened to damper holiday spirits, with some areas at higher elevations getting nearly 6 inches of precipitation over a 48-hour period.
A major winter storm is expected in the Sierra this weekend, beginning late Friday and continuing through Monday morning.
Calaveras County is famous for its big trees, making it a popular destination for locals and visitors to go Christmas tree shopping. But rising temperatures, drought, and wildfires have taken their toll on local tree farms from West Point to Murphys, leaving only one open for business this h…
Public Meetings
The Calaveras Enterprise, a newspaper with roots in the Mother Lode region dating back to 1851, has a new owner/publisher, Corissa Davidson.
On Nov. 26 hundreds from Wilseyville and surrounding areas gathered in Camp Lodestar Meadow to honor community figure Bob Noble, who passed away on Nov. 19 at the age of 75.
Measure A, which would have helped fund Calaveras County fire departments through a 1% sales tax increase, was one of the most talked about measures on the ballot for the Nov. 8 midterms. Failing to pass by a narrow margin of 262 votes, some are wondering how local fire departments might be …
A new interim chief executive officer (CEO) has been selected for the Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce. Susan Weatherby, of Mokelumne Hill, will replace Martin Huberty, who is leaving the chamber to serve as the elected supervisor for District 3 on the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors.
Santa Claus and many of his festive friends appeared for the 40th annual Valley Springs Christmas parade, craft fair, and tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 3.
The Calaveras County Office of Education (CCOE) has announced the hiring of new staff, including an assistant superintendent and Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) director, Sarah Goodman, and assistant superintendent of education services, Jared Hungerford.
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The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has reported that a fatal car accident occurred at Railroad Flat Road, north of Serena Loma Way in San Andreas, on Nov. 30.
The Californian Highway Patrol (CHP) has reported that a collision occurred at the intersection of Burson Road and State Route 12 (SR-12) on Nov. 29.
Downtown Angels Camp has seen many businesses come and go over the years, but one that has remained constant for almost 20 years is Firefall Jewelers. And after two decades of crafting elegant handmade jewelry at both their Angels Camp and Valley Springs location, owners Paul and Noreen Coca…
Earlier this month, the San Francisco-based nonprofit organization Save the Redwoods League announced that it would “donate” care of a giant 3,000-year-old western juniper tree to another nonprofit, Jackson-based Mother Lode Land Trust. Along with it comes a 3-acre parcel in the Stanislaus N…
With the holidays and winter months comes the cold and flu season. As families gather to break bread and celebrate the holidays, state officials advise caution and illness prevention methods.
Thanksgiving of 2022 wasn’t what Sara Tutthill thought it would be five months ago.
The holidays are upon us, which also means shopping season is here, despite tighter budgets caused by inflation. While traditional shopping avenues may see lower sales this year, it hasn't stopped local makers from producing their handcrafted wares. At the 1st Annual Meander Ranch Boutique R…