Big Oak Flat News

Calaveras and Tuolumne counties are surrounded by giants. Giant sequoias - the largest living organisms, rising up to 325 feet tall and 30 feet in diameter, and some dating back to before the Roman Republic - ...

Three runoffs for supervisorial seats, two in Calaveras County and one in Tuolumne County, highlighted the unofficial Tuesday, June 3, 2008 Primary Election.

The Tuolumne County Political Action Committee has recommended challenger John Gray for the District Four supervisorial position.

The historic Longfellow Gold Mine Stamp Mill building in Big Oak Flat was destroyed by fire Tuesday afternoon, but at least two history buffs believe the equipment in it may be salvageable.

The Longfellow Stamp Mill in Big Oak Flat suffered major damage during yesterday's three acre vegetation fire off Hwy 120 and Vassar Rd. via My Mother Lode

The caller said there is evidence people were having sex inside. Someone also reportedly left a vehicle parked at the business. via The Union Democrat

Early campaign statements filed recently with Tuolumne County's elections office indicate supervisorial candidate Dominic Torchia of Columbia is the top fundraiser at more than $6,400, with the bulk of the ... via The Union Democrat

South county residents were hoping for a general plan document from the county that would outline plans to stimulate the economy in Big Oak Flat and Groveland. via KVML

“I think our biggest concern is that you meet with teachers and community members. Before you arbitrarily make a decision, get our input.”

Already tight on money, the Groveland-Big Oak Flat Unified School District may have to repay the state $142,000. Interim Chief Business Official Diana Rappaport, during the district board's meeting Wednesday ... via The Union Democrat

“We're very happy she stepped in very quickly”

For the second time in six months, school superintendent Philip Yoon resigned from his post, this time from the Mark Twain Union School District. via The Union Democrat

Friday marked the official deadline for those filing for Tuolumne County offices for the June 3 Primary Election. via KVML

He then stumbled toward the road banging the stick on the fence. The log states the man admitted to taking hallucinogenic mushrooms and was taken into custody. via The Union Democrat

The CHP investigation into a single vehicle accident on Pleasantview Drive Saturday evening at 6:13 in Groveland is continuing today. via My Mother Lode

The Hallmark/Westland Meat Packing Co. out of Chino, California voluntarily recalled raw and frozen beef products this week that had been delivered to numerous schools across Tuolumne County. via KVML

“The government will offset unpaid taxes (this year and in past years) by sending you a letter telling you your rebate was reduced by X dollars depending upon what you owe”

A tax rebate of $300 to $600 may not make a huge dent in the obligations of the working class, and barely a ripple in the sea of debt of many higher wage earners. via Union Democrat

“The original draft was insufficient and we did not feel proud to issue it to a community that gave us their input”

The Groveland-Big Oak Flat Community Plan is ready for public view and county officials are seeking more input on it from southern Tuolumne County residents. via The Union Democrat

“Wagon Wheels A'Rollin -- or Treachery on the Trail”

IN WINTER, the town of Sunol is like your favorite overcoat, warm and inviting, a richly textured shelter against the chilly winds. via Pleasant Hill Record

The developer of a Groveland housing development formerly known as Long Gulch Ranch is moving forward with a second south county project and adjacent property owners have just two weeks to comment. via The Union Democrat

Rain and snow are causing some problems for travelers across the Mother Lode this evening. via My Mother Lode

“I think that I can make a difference”

Candidates have started pulling paperwork to run for seats on the Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors. via Union Democrat