2022-10-26

Go now to see Sierra fall color


Gold Rush

Want some quality time outdoors before winter arrives? Then now’s the time to go enjoy autumn in the Sierra Nevada, as fall colors peak gloriously in the next few weeks.Yosemite’s maples, oaks and dogwoods glow red, orange and yellow in fall, starting in high country destinations like Tioga Pass and descending to Tuolumne Meadows. Eventually the color reaches Yosemite Valley […]

Please vote for Gail Bunge



EditorIt is with great pride that I write this letter in support of Gail Bunge for Bret Harte Union High School District’s governing board.I was fortunate enough to work with Gail for several years as the fiscal officer for the district. During that time, I found Gail to be engaged, professional, and committed to the task of preparing students to […]

Sheriff’s Log & Felony Booking Log: Oct. 17 – Oct. 23



Sheriff’s LogDaily LogMonday, Oct. 17Disturbance12:01 a.m., Copperopolis – Disturbance; report of a physical fight. Report taken. Morado Circle.Theft8 a.m., San Andreas – Theft; report taken. Mountain Ranch Road and Windmill Circle.Vandalism10:03 a.m., Valley Springs – Vandalism; windows broken. Report taken. Covey Lane.Tuesday, Oct. 18Theft12:59 p.m., Camp Connell – Theft; items stolen from a residence. Report taken. Shoshone Drive.Assault4:48 p.m., San […]

The Vallecito Teachers Association (VTA) is pleased to announce their endorsement of Jessica Hitchcock, Shannon Simpson, and Maya Radisich



EditorThe Vallecito Teachers Association (VTA) is pleased to announce their endorsement of Jessica Hitchcock, Shannon Simpson, and Maya Radisich in the upcoming election for the Vallecito Union School District Governing Board.As incumbents, Jessica and Shannon have demonstrated their capability and commitment to VUSD. Maya joins them as a passionate and qualified candidate. All three are parents of current VUSD students, […]

I have known Gail Bunge for over 30 years. I am a local retired elementary school teacher



EditorI am writing this letter in support of Gail Bunge, candidate for the Bret Harte Union High School District (BHUHSD) board. I have known Gail Bunge for over 30 years. I am a local retired elementary school teacher. We met when our daughters started kindergarten at Hazel Fischer Elementary. Throughout these many years, Gail has been a passionate and informed […]