Pioneer Cabin Tree Fell in Last Storm
The giant sequoia, which was carved into a living tunnel over a century ago, has fallen [Image copyright CALAVERAS BIG TREES STATE PARK]The giant sequoia, which was carved into a living tunnel over a...
View ArticleURGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE -- High Wind Warning
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SACRAMENTO CA...STRONG SOUTH WINDS EXPECTED LATE TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH EVENING....SOUTHERLY WINDS WILL INCREASE TUESDAY AS A DEEPER LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM APPROACHES FAR...
View ArticleGo Culinary Crazy With Us for California Restaurant Month
by El Dorado County Visitor's Authority | An annual January tradition – call it a foodie’s favorite time of year – and El Dorado County celebrates it with plenty of culinary adventure down its...
View ArticleEl Dorado County 2017 Lincoln-Reagan Dinner
HELP KEEP THE TRUMP TRAIN ROLLING!The El Dorado County Republican Assembly & Republican Party Central Committee Cordially Invite You To Attend Our Annual 5:30 PM Thursday, February 9, 2017...
View ArticleSheriff's Arrest and Activity Log for 1-9-17
The following people are on the arrest log of January 9, 2017, as reported by the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Department: JODY AUBUCHON JN1700121 JODY DENISE AUBUCHON F Facility Date...
View ArticleYolo Supervisors and DA Fued over Legal Pot Grow Bust
The Los Angeles Times has some shocking details on a drug raid against a legal medical cannabis operation in Yolo County that occurred back in September.County Supervisor Don Saylor says the two...
View ArticleAndrew Vonderschmitt Joins the El Dorado Arts Council
After 13 years with the Playhouse, Andrew Vonderschmitt, the company’s executive and producing artistic director, is leaving for a new job in Placerville. Photo courtesy Andrew Vonderschmitt. A Long...
View ArticleSecret Donor Pays Off Student's School Lunch Debt at Rescue School
Via Dina Gentry: "The generous $1,000 donation, given to Rescue Union School District, alleviated $766.49 in outstanding lunch account balances and will help students who are unable to pay regularly."...
View ArticleClosure for the Rubicon Trail Extended Through Thursday, January 12, 2017
EDC Parks and Trails: Based on the NOAA weather forecast for the region, the Rubicon Trail's will remain CLOSED through Thursday, January 12, 2017. This extension is due to continued flooding impacts...
View ArticleCity of South Lake Tahoe is Experiencing Tier 4 Storm Today
The City of South Lake Tahoe is experiencing a Tier 4 storm today, which is the highest level storm. City snow removal crews are out in force removing snow throughout the City. The focus at this time...
View ArticleBlizzard Warning remains in effect from 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday
National Weather Service Blizzard Warning remains in effect until 10 AM PST Wednesday.Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.Timing: dangerous blizzard...
View ArticleThe Cosumnes Mine Road Bridge Is Closed
DOT| (Placerville, CA) – The Transportation Division of El Dorado County’s Community Development Agency has closed the Cosumnes Mine Road bridge as it crosses the North Fork of the Cosumnes River in El...
View ArticleInfrastructure Damage causes a Local State of Emergency
El Dorado County Declares a Local State of Emergency Due to Damage to Local Infrastructure from the Recent Weather EventsPlacerville, CA – El Dorado County has declared a local state of emergency due...
View ArticleCity of Placerville Declared a State of Emergency
Cleve Morris, City Manager (Placerville, CA) – The City of Placerville has declared a local state of emergency due to damage to local infrastructure from the recent weather events. In accordance with...
View ArticlePublic Invited to Vote on Design for Innovative Placerville "Healthy Living...
Residents of El Dorado County and the City of Placerville are invited to help choose the design of an innovative new “Parklet” to be installed on Main Street in Downtown Placerville from May to...
View ArticleSheriff's Arrest and Activity Log for 1-10-17
The following people are on the arrest log of January 10, 2017, as reported by the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Department: ALEXANDRIA BOX JN1700139 ALEXANDRIA RAE BOX F Facility Date...
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The irrationality of a thing is not an argument against its existence, rather a condition of it. - Nietzsche~A belief is not merely an idea the mind possesses; it is an idea that possesses the mind. -...
View ArticleHenningsen Lotus Park - CLOSED
(Image: Coloma Flood of 1997) Due to measurable rainfall and runoff over the weekend, the South Fork of the American River has risen substantially at Henningsen Lotus Park, causing unsafe conditions....
View Article"Powerful Tools for Caregivers" Educational Program Offered
The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, Senior Health Education Program and Family Caregiver Support Program are pleased to present a “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” educational series....
View ArticleEl Dorado County Update on Infrastructure Problems Due to Recent Storms
Placerville, CA – El Dorado County over the last couple of weeks has seen a significant amount of rain and snow fall. The rain and snow fall has caused infrastructure problems in the County. The...
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