CSTARS presents 'Singin' in the Rain'

Vacation Bible School - bringing positive light into each childs day

Over 80 Copper kids participated in the annual Copper Canyon Baptist Church vacation bible school held last week, 7-14 thru 7-18-14.

Games, songs, lessons, crafts, etc with a Christ centered theme were enjoyed by all.

The theme of the school was 'Weird Animals'. With the emphasis being that though someone may be different or 'weird' to you they are still loved by God. Some folks got into the spirit and dressed 'weird' to show kids it was OK to be different.

In the center of the room was a huge tree trunk decorated with small paper flowers with writing on them. Each flower represents a 'God sighting'. If a child saw or thought of something nice someone had done they wrote it down and placed it on the tree trunk. This repeated action taught the kids to look for the good no matter where you are.

New Melones Fishing Report from Glory Hole Sports

7-21-14 Fishing Report

Water Conditions:  New Melones Lake is currently holding

656,228 acre-feet of water.  The lake level dropped four feet this week and is currently at 888 ft. above sea level and 197 ft. from full.  The water is stained in most areas of the lake, and fairly clear in others.  There are mud lines forming near the shore throughout the day, especially on windy days. The average water temperature is 78-84 degrees.  Tuttletown launch is closed. Glory Hole Point boat launch is open, and there are no plans to close it. There will be some transition periods between launches where launching will be limited to one or two lanes.

Trout:  Fair.  The trout are roaming the main lake near deeper/cooler water looking for balls of shad.  Anglers should try fishing close to the surface in the early morning and evening and dropping to 40-60' during the day.  Night fishing anglers are catching limits of fat healthy trout under a submersible light.   Try anchoring the boat in 25-50' of water, and dropping the light 15-25' feet down.  Be patient, it may take awhile for the light to attract plankton, baitfish, and trout.  To catch them, try using live minnows, mini jigs, Power Bait, and crawlers. Trolling anglers are starting to catch a few more on each outing. The trout feed on 2-4" shad.  Try using baits that match the size, profile and color of the baitfish.  Rapala Shad Raps, Scatter Raps, Rattle traps, and Jointed Shad Raps are a very close match to the natural forage.  Another way to get a few more bites is to add scent to your lures.  Pro Cure gel in shad scent, or threadfin shad scent will do the trick.  Don't forget to bring some crawlers.  A single crawler threaded on the hook fished behind a single gold or silver blade is a great way to pick up a few fish.  

 

Glory Hole Sports Big Fish of the Week goes to father and son Jim and Allen Munroe of Pine Grove. They caught two kokanee and four rainbows.  Their biggest was a beautiful 2-pound, 5-ounce rainbow. 

Sheriff Dept Press release re: Voluntary missing adult update - subject located

On 07/19/14 at 1200 hours report of a voluntarily missing adult. Last seen Golden Pines Campgrounds, Dorrington.

Hi Copper Gazette,

On 07/19/14 at 1200 hours Deputies were dispatched to Ebbett’s Pass Fire Department to take a voluntarily missing adult report. Camille Withuhn was camping at the Golden Pines Camp Ground, in Dorrington, when she left on foot towards highway 4 for unknown reasons. She was last seen wearing a long sleeve white shirt and skinny blue jeans. She is 5’10”, 125 lbs, brown hair, and hazel eyes. Withuhn has an unknown tattoo on her left wrist and a scar on the left side of her neck. Camille Withuhn is 27 years old from Sacramento. The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Department is asking for public assistance in locating her. If you have seen Camille Withuhn call 754-6500.

Camille Withuhn has been located safe and sound****

****Camille Withuhn has been located safe and sound****
On 07/19/14 at 1200 hours Deputies were dispatched to Ebbett’s Pass Fire Department to take a voluntarily missing adult report. Camille Withuhn was camping at the Golden Pines Camp Ground, in Dorrington, when she left on foot towards highway 4 for unknown reasons. She was last seen wearing a long sleeve white shirt and skinny blue jeans. She is 5’10”, 125 lbs, brown hair, and hazel eyes. Withuhn has an unknown tattoo on her left wrist and a scar on the left side of her neck. Camille Withuhn is 27 years old from Sacramento. The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Department is asking for public assistance in locating her. If you have seen Camille Withuhn call 754-6500.

Board of Supervisors 7-22-14 meeting agenda

To view the 7-22-14 Board of Supervisors meeting agenda CLICK HERE

Pulic Health press release re: Calaveras Public Health & Health Care District Partner for Prevention

Calaveras Public Health Services has announced approval of a $20,000 funding contract from the Mark Twain Health Care District to continue providing Healthier Living Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshops. The workshop model was developed by Stanford University to build the skills needed to manage chronic or ongoing health conditions.  The workshop leaders are Community Health Workers trained and certified

to conduct the workshops.  “The strength of our workshops is that we have identified non-medical people from the community who also have chronic conditions and receive training to conduct the workshops,” stated Dr. Dean Kelaita, Calaveras Health Officer.  “They understand the challenges of managing a health problem that is ongoing,”   Kelaita added.

Missing person still sought - update - subject located

According to a social media plea 27 year old Camille Withuhn went missing from an Arnold area campground on 7-18-14.

"My daughter Camille Withuhn was last seen at Golden Pines Camp Ground near Arnold CA, on 7-18-14, around 7:pm..Calaveras Co Sheriffs Dept undertook a full investigation, helicopter search and rescue , volunteers and community has pulled together in search for her. Canine search led them to Hwy 4 where they lost her scent! Please! If you have any information contact me, Catherine Seymour- Grossjan at (916) 529-1454, or Calaveras Co Sheriffs Dept."

The search and rescue effort has been verified stating that the Search and Rescue was initially dispatched, K-9’s were used and tracked her scent to the highway. Camille Withuhn has also been entered into MUPS (Missing and Unidentified Persons Unit.

Under 100 all week!!

• 7-21-14
• Today Sunny, with a high near 90. West wind 5 to 8 mph.
• Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 59. West northwest wind 6 to 11 mph.
• Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 92. North northwest wind 5 to 8 mph.
• Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Northwest wind around 7 mph.
• Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 91. West northwest wind 5 to 9 mph.
• Wednesday Night Clear, with a low around 59.
• Thursday Sunny and hot, with a high near 96.
• Thursday Night Clear, with a low around 62.
• Friday Sunny and hot, with a high near 98.
• Friday Night Clear, with a low around 63.

Letter to the Editor - re: Wild and Scenic by Al Segalla

Dear Editor,

This is concerning designation of a portion of the Mokelumne river, downstream of a PG & E power generation dam, as "Wild & Scenic". 

A study session of the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors is set for  6 PM on July 29th to consider rescinding it's previous endorsement of the proposed state law. 

The endorsement was previously passed, without study, during a highly organized emotional demonstration by proponents.

 

 

Cub Scout Pack 347 invites Copper Kids to Water Wars

Cub Scout Pack 347

invites

COPPER KIDS

to join us for

Water

Wars!

When: Tuesday, July 22^nd at 6:00 p.m.

Where: Black Creek Park

What to Bring: Your Water Guns, and a towel!

(We will have water guns available to borrow if needed)

**We will have information and sign-ups at the event for families interested in getting involved in Cub Scouts!**

Have questions about Scouting? 

Call Heather at 785-6301

Stage 3 'On Golden Pond' - "good laughs with a poignant edge" by Shari Schweigler

You know how America loved Archie Bunker?  Even though he was an irascible bigot who verbally abused his wife Edith and his son-in-law “Meathead,” audiences identified with him and sympathized with this “little guy” trying to make the world work for him.

Now imagine Archie as an intellectual, a long-married, retired professor who also has problems making the world work the way he wants.  You have Norman Thayer, Jr., the lead character in Ernest Thompson’s On Golden Pond, being produced by Stage 3 in Sonora. You may be familiar with the movie version of this play, which starred Henry Fonda, Kathryn Hepburn, and Jane Fonda, but if you haven’t seen the play, you are in for some good laughs with a poignant edge. 

Courtesy photo

Sourdough Slim and Robert Armstrong pony up with great entertainment for Calaveras Arts Music in the Parks 2014

The Calaveras Arts Council is happy and laughing to bring back MIP favorites, cowboy entertainer Sourdough Slim and his sidekick Robert Armstrong to The HUB at the Arnold Cedar Center July 23, 2014.  Music starts at 6:30 pm, but get there early and stake your ground for these two cowboy entertainers.  

Roots revivalists Sourdough Slim and Robert Armstrong are passionate about the music they play and the culture from which it springs.  Proud torch-bearers of America's rich roots music heritage, the two demonstrate their enthusiasm from the first catchy bars of "My Last Old Dollar" to the last wistful strains of their phenomenal re-creation of Stan Jones' immortal "Riders In The Sky." These exceptional showmen joyously rekindle the country blues, western classics, vintage jazz and string band repertoire of twentieth century rural America.  A fast-paced performance that showcases their seasoned gift for connecting with audiences is a surefire treat.  

Honor the Fallen

The Copper Gazette is happy to report, according to the US Central Command, no deaths have been reported and logged since June 25, 2014.

Please keep the families and loved ones of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in your prayers and in your hearts.

6795 - Number of Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn casualties as confirmed by U.S. Central Command

Ric Ryan receives an Honor Bear from Copperopilis VFW Ladies Aux

The Walking Man of Murphys – Ric Ryan – was presented with an Honor Bear from VFW Post 12118 Ladies Auxiliaryat the Angels Camp July 4th celebration held in Angels Camp Utica

Honor Bears are the brain child of auxiliary member Eva Murphy who began the project in 2013 in hopes of reaching out to wounded veterans to give them something that will comfort them without judgment and remind them they are loved. Each bear is lovingly crafted from era and service specific fabric from actual uniforms that have either been donated or purchased with special funds from the auxiliary.

Ric Ryan, who walks to raise funds for Operation Mend, a joint UCLA/Brown Medical Center endeavor to treat the scarring wounds of war specializing in burns and facial reconstruction, has walked a total of 6000 miles and raised over $20,000.00 for the cause.

To date, the VFW Ladies Aux has distributed over 200 Honor Bears to wounded veterans at Operation Mend, veterans’ homes and veteran hospitals. 

 Ric Ryan with his wife Joanne holding the Vietnam Era Marine Crops Honor Bear

Board of Supervisors 7-22-14 meeting agenda

To view the Board of Supervisors 7-22-14 meeting agenda CLICK HERE

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Early morning arrest in Poker Flat of possible auto burglar

An arrest was made earlier this morning between the hours of 6 and 9:30 am of a possible auto burglar. The arrest of the white male in his early twenties was made on Millie Court. The suspect is currently being transported. It is unknown at this time the full details.
We will update as soon as any new information is available.

Saddle Creek Real Estate OPEN HOUSE!!!

Old Corner Book Club

Weekend weather - cooling a bit

• 7-18-14
• Today Sunny, with a high near 92. West wind 5 to 8 mph.
• Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 59. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north after midnight.
• Saturday Sunny, with a high near 95. Calm wind becoming west 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon.
• Saturday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Northwest wind around 7 mph.
• Sunday Sunny, with a high near 93. Light and variable wind becoming west 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon.
• Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 59.

Goin' camping with your four legged friend? Bark and Bubbles can help you make it fun!

Camping is always a fun adventure, when camping with your pet, let Bark and Bubbles help you make it a fun and comfortable adventure for them too.

Come see their complete line of flea, tick, and medical aids for your pet. As well as camping supplies, tents, pads, etc. And don't forget the toys!

Open Wednesday thru Sunday next to IGA.

Community Garden work party

Brief work  party tomorrow morning at 9 am. (7-19-14)

Joy has over a dozen 'very special' acorn squash plants we want to get in the ground - she will bring them by sometime after 9:30.

At last glance, the strawberry and bush beans were doing well but needed help to fight off the invasive weeds and grass.

If interested in checking out the garden, the tomatoes were looking very good last week, and the bell  peppers were ready to start setting flowers.

See you tomorrow! 

Richard/Carla/George

 

 

Local Copperopolis CERT Team completes yearly training

Our local Copperopolis CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) completed their yearly emergency vehicle operation qualification at the Copperopolis Fire Protection District this past week guided by Firefighter Paramedic Matt Sowell.

 Engineer Paramedic Matt Sowell, Joel Schwatrz, Kathy Schwartz, adn Jimmy Valencia

Pictured Paramedic Scott Hertzog, Kathy Schwart, Matt Sowell, Jimmy Valencia, and Joel Schwartz.

San Andreas Rumble Classic Car Festival and Swap Meet

TJ Dillashaw hometown celebration

SRT's Sound of Music - Superb!!!

When a director asks oneself, "How do I direct a play meant for a large stage, with a large cast while dealing with a small stage meant for a small cast and still present as pure a product as possible?" They should talk with Scott Viets, charge of direction and choreography for Sierra Repertory Theater's  'The Sound of Music.'

Faced with the diminutive challenges of the Fallon House in Columbia, the direction, designers, lighting, and cast produced, without fail, one of the best renditions of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Sound of Music I have seen in years.

Sonora PD Press release re: recruitment

The Sonora Police Department is recruiting for the position of “Part Time” Community Service Officer (CSO). The recruitment is being conducted to fill one “Part Time” position that is funded primarily for Animal Control Services (80%) and Vehicle Abatement (20%). The number of hours for this position is limited to 800 working hours for the 2014-2015 Fiscal Year.
If you have experience with handling domestic and wild animals, and would like to apply for this position, you may log onto www.sonoraca.com and download an application.
Applications may also be picked up at Sonora City Hall, 94 N. Washington Street, Sonora, CA, or at the Sonora Police Department, 100 S. Green Street, Sonora, CA. Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
The final filing date for this position is Wednesday, 6 August, 2014, at 4:00 pm, with a testing date of Wednesday, 27 August, 2014. Testing will be comprised of both a written and oral test.

American Red Cross Making Capital Region Communities Fire Safe Fire safety outreach coming to Calaveras County this weekend

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Thursday, July 17, 2014 — The American Red Cross Capital Region is targeting “high-risk” communities to raise fire safety awareness and reduce fire risks. This Sunday, local Red Cross volunteers will begin an effort to educate and inform community members in Calaveras County about the dangers of home and wildfires and what they can do to prepare and reduce their risks.

“Home fires are by far the most common disaster across the country, so it is critical that everyone take steps to prepare and help prevent these tragedies,” said Kathleen Weis, Chief Executive Officer of the Red Cross Capital Region. “Building awareness and taking action is key to reducing the number of fire incidents in our communities.”

Israel sends ground troops into Gaza Strip

Israeli forces on Thursday launched a ground offensive in the Gaza Strip, the military said.

The operation came after 10 days of intense fighting between Israel and the Islamic militant Hamas, in which Israel hit more than 2,000 targets in Gaza and Hamas launched nearly 1,500 rockets at Israel.

The army said the offensive is meant to strike a ‘‘significant blow to Hamas’ terror infrastructure.’’

It did not say how many troops were involved or provide other details.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said he instructed the army to go ahead after Hamas rejected an Egyptian cease-fire plan earlier in the week and after Hamas militants tried to infiltrate into Israel through a tunnel from Gaza earlier Thursday.

‘‘In light of the despicable and relentless aggression by Hamas and the dangerous infiltration into Israel, Israel is obliged to protect its citizens,’’ the statement said.

Source Boston.com

George Runner Unveils Sales Tax Rate Heat Map

SACRAMENTO – George Runner today announced a new Board of Equalization heat map showing varying sales tax rates across California.

“California has more than two hundred sales tax rate jurisdictions, which can be confusing for taxpayers,” said Runner. “Our new map provides a picture of these rates and should serve as a helpful visual aid for taxpayers.”

The map complements the Board’s tax rate lookup tool that enables taxpayers to find a sales tax rate for a specific address.  

Marijuana Grow in Copper still under investigation

On 7-10-2014 Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office with the CHP seized over 3,700 marijuana plants in Copperopolis and arrested a Stockton man by the name of Edgar Lopez.

Edgar Lopez was booked on charges of illegal cultivation of marijuana bail $20,000.

The exact location of the illegal grow is being withheld at this time due to the ongoing investigation.
According to the SO PIO a small portion of the CAMP grant funding was utilized for this eradication, while the remaining expense fell within the current budget.

Murphys 65th annual Homecoming parade

    Everyone is invited to the 65th annual Murphys Homecoming to be held Saturday, July 19, in the cool confines of the town’s historic park.

            "Homecoming is more than a Murphys celebration,” says Suzanne Friedman, president of the Murphys Community Club.  “It is a chance to recognize the historical significance of our whole area.  We have secured the participation of the Angels Camp museums. They will set up a booth and display of local history.  Several members of our Community Club board will be dressed in period costumes to add authentic ambiance."

Land Wanted - Buyers looking for acreage in Angels Camp or Copperopolis area

                        LAND WANTED

If you are thinking of selling your parcel, please consider this. While many parcels remain unsold for extended periods of time, we have several buyers seeking acreage for vacation or retirement in the Angels Camp and Copperopolis Area.

They have $20,000 to $40,000 cash for a down payment. However, there is no institutional financing for bare land.  Seller financing is needed.

We recommend offering fifteen year amortized financing at 5% APR with 20% cash down payment. On a $100,000 sale, the monthly payment would be $632.63.  The seller also may receive tax benefits and cash proceeds at close of escrow.

For more information, please call Al: (209) 785-1491

Or, email: alsegalla@mindspring.com

Al Segalla, Realtor -  BambiLand.com