There are now several circumstances that would allow removal of oak trees without a permit in El Dorado County.
Although a permit is normally required to cut down native oaks, several exemptions were added to the existing Oak Resources Conservation Zoning Ordinance plus a new urgency ordinance was created in response to wildfire prevalence at the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors meeting on July 22.
“For oak removal, (it’s) that attempt to do the best we can to balance the need for oak resources preservation while also allowing responsible removal of oak resources for these particular circumstances, especially with the heightened awareness of fire season now approaching,” said Tom Purcell, senior planner with Long Range Planning Unit. New permit
exemptions include trees with trunks less than 6 inches diameter or 4 feet high, trees damaged by natural disasters, for defensible space activities or for those that require removal for county road projects or public utility construction or maintenance.
Mitigation exemptions include insurancerequired tree removal and dead or dying trees.
“These mitigations do not require fee payment or replanting,” Purcell said. “However, they do require county oversight due to historic di culties with enforcement.
“Folks with code enforcement cases were inadvertently removing hillsides of healthy native oaks,” he explained, adding that the county will be looking at
One heck of a ride!
Somerset couple explores the states on quads
Shelly Thorene Sta writer
Somerset residents Becky and Joe Warren have a passion for riding ATVs and their adventurous spirit has taken that passion through all 50 states.
“We started riding back in Redding,” Joe recalled. “We used to go up to the Oregon Coast near Florence and the sand dunes near Coos Bay.”
“We went on local trips with our friends,” Becky added. “We took family trips with our three boys.”
While he was still employed, Joe used to tell Becky that when he retired, he just wanted to ride quads full-time. Retirement from Cal Fire came in 2013 and Becky retired from a
spots on the way to Folsom Lake. After being transported back to Tributary
on the river. Left, River Fest rafters enjoy
stop to
who spilled out of rafts near Greenwood Creek. Right, Tributary Whitewater rafting guide Glenn Goodrich of Lotus, right, gives boaters a safety talk before they head down the South Fork of the American River for River Fest.
Mountain Democrat photo by Shelly Thorene El Dorado County is home to many oak trees that line roadways, shade property and provide homes to wildlife. Revisions to county regulations now make it easier to remove some oaks.
Mountain Democrat photo by Shelly Thorene
Becky and Joe Warren sit on their quads at their home in Somerset. Becky’s ATV is a Suzuki Quad Sport Z 400 and Joe’s is a Yamaha YFZ 450. When out on a trails, the riders wear helmets and protective gear.
Courtesy photo
The Warrens take a break from riding their quads to snap a photo in Sand Hollow, Utah.
ESSENTIALS
Beverly Nairne Parry
March 12, 1935 – June 7, 2025
Beverly “Bev” Parry passed peacefully in her sleep at her home in Surprise, Arizona, on June 7th at the age of 90. She was born in Los Angeles, California, to Kenneth Archibald and Katherine Alexander (nee Podhraski) Nairne.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother (Douglas D. Nairne), and stepdaughter (Melissa Check Gra ). Bev is survived by her soulmate of over 45 years, Thomas Check; daughters Wendy S. Hunter and Kim A. Zappala (Joe); stepdaughter Leslie Check Wells (Dave); grandsons Joshua D. Wilson (Britini), Shawn R. Bryson, and Zachary B. Hunter; and great-grandchildren Aiden J., Hunter B., and Kinley G. Wilson.
Bev graduated from Point Loma High School in 1953 and Stanford University (B.A. 1957) and (M.A. 1958) with degrees in physical education and teaching. She participated in many sports at Stanford, well before women were formally recognized as athletes. In 1995, Stanford finally acknowledged their former women athletes, and she was awarded the coveted ‘Block S’ for outstanding athletic participation and achievement.
She started her professional career as a physical education teacher at three high schools in California (Newport Harbor in Newport Beach, Hamilton in Los Angeles, and Westminster in Huntington Beach). One memory she shared was of a day when she had a class outside on the volleyball court, and an earthquake struck. The asphalt could be seen rolling in waves, causing quite a panic among her students. She resigned from teaching in 1962 to embrace motherhood.
During the 1970s, she lived on a 15-acre ranch on Tanglewood Drive in Placerville, California, with many animals (cows, pigs, goats, chickens, rabbits, horses, dogs, and cats), which required everyone to pitch in on chores. The back cow pasture was a dreaded assignment because Beulah lived there. Beulah was a black, white-faced cow who was just plain mean. She had us girls up a tree or stuck hiding in the well house on many occasions. My mother carried a long stick when she went out there and told us not to show fear, otherwise Beulah would chase us. One day, Beulah ignored the stick my mother carried and pinned her against a fence. A few months later, when we were eating dinner, my mother proclaimed that “Beulah burgers” were the best burgers she had ever tasted.
Also in the back pasture was Bigshot, a huge rooster, who presided over his harem of hens. Bigshot resembled the cartoon character Foghorn Leghorn, but that was where the resemblance ended. Foghorn Leghorn was a lot of bluster but harmless. Not Bigshot. One day, my mother came back from that pasture with shredded boots because he too didn’t respect the stick she carried and attacked her. A few weeks later, we had ‘Bigshot and dumplings’ for dinner. Although we all agreed that the meat was tough (and why wouldn’t it be), it was still the best chicken meal we ever had. We joked in later years to never get on the wrong side of our mother, otherwise we might end up on the dinner table.
She spent every December from the 1980s to 2022 at her condo at Surfside, Kihei, Maui. She loved her daily walks on the beach, snorkeling, golfing, celebrating sunset, and hosting their infamous ‘fizz’ Christmas Day party.
Bev reentered the workforce in 1978 as a real estate agent in Cameron Park, California, and became a broker. For a few years, she was part of the managing owner team of ABC Brokers before ending her career with ReMax Gold. She loved her work (“It’s not work if you love what you do”) and helping people find their dream homes. She had many repeat clients whom she helped buy their first home, then a larger home as their families grew, and finally, a downsized home when their children left them and they became empty nesters. Bev was frequently found on the coveted real estate list of Top Achievers within the county and nationally. Beverly retired after more than 31 years and moved to Surprise, Arizona. Because Arizona summers were a bit too hot, she bought a home in Graeagle, California, where she and Tom had rented a condo every summer for over 30 years. Golf and snow determined their schedule, arriving in Graeagle in May to play in the Mother’s Day golf tournament and departing in October with the first snowfall.
Her retirement was filled with traveling, golfing, hiking, kayaking, attending or hosting parties, and making new friends. She and Tom traveled the world and filled three passports that document where their adventures took them. They golfed and danced their way across multiple countries and continents, always sharing their adventures and experiences through postcards and picture albums. Her last few years were spent in their new community of the Colonnade, also in Surprise, Arizona. She loved the activities, beautiful pool, walking trails, and enjoyed having three restaurants to choose from when she didn’t feel like cooking. She maintained her independence in her own home, which was so important to her, until her last day. Thank you to everyone who reached out to us after her passing, and to the Colonnade and Sun Health at Home sta for ensuring her last years were lived with independence and incredible care. A private family memorial will be held at a future date.
Beverly’s family welcomes stories about how you knew her and your adventures with her, which can be sent via email to: rememberingbeverly@yahoo. com.
Terry Tenley
Feb. 7, 1951 – July 16. 2025
Terry Tenley, 74, passed away on July 16th at his residence. He was the husband of Nancy Tenley, and they shared 54 years together. For 42 years Terry and his family have called El Dorado County home. He was employed with the U.S. Forest Service for 37 years. He had a passion for woodworking and making wine with friends. He will also be remembered for his gift for gab. He is survived by his devoted wife, Nancy Tenley, his children: Nickie Johnny and Jason Tenley, his grandchildren: Alica Washington, Cameron Tenley, Cary Washington and Amanda Tenley, and sisters Virginia McKinney and Cynthia Vickory. He is also lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews and extended family members. The Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, August 13th from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Cold Springs Golf and Country Club, 6500 Club House Drive, Placerville, California.
Patricia Erhard
Sept. 14, 1932 – May 29, 2025
Patricia (nee Cooper) Erhard, of Southbury, Connecticut, passed away at the age of 92 on May 29, 2025, at Regional Hospice in Danbury. She was born in Springfield, Colorado, in September of 1932, during the time of the Dust Bowl. For their survival, her family moved to the family farm in Clearwater, Kansas, before later moving to Wichita, Kansas. She graduated from North High School in 1950 and married Dwight Erhard in 1952. They raised two daughters, Linda and Brenda, first in Wichita and then Upland, California. She was the school secretary at Cabrillo Elementary School in Upland for 23 years. After the death of her husband in 1993, she lived a number of years in Placerville, California, Eventually she moved to Southbury, Connecticut to live with her eldest daughter, Linda, and her family. Pat volunteered in every community where she resided as time and energy permitted. In Upland she held a number of PTA positions, ran a Girl Scout troop, and managed the performance details for Sing-Out West End. In Placerville she was a “Pink Lady” at Marshall Hospital and participated with the Knit and Crochet group at the Senior Center. When she moved to Southbury she was active at United Church of Christ volunteering with the craft group and other projects as needed. She also went on some great adventures with family to parts of the U.S., Europe and Asia.
She is survived by a sister, Marcella (Cooper) Shaver of Anaheim, her two daughters and their spouses, Robert Langley (Linda) and William DellaPenna (Brenda), four grandchildren, Emily Campbell (John), Caitlyn Langley, Colton Della Penna, and Christian Della Penna, and two greatgrandchildren, Ainsley and Jack Campbell. She will always be remembered for her kindness, generosity, sense of humor, and sense of adventure. A “Celebration of Life” service will be held Friday, August 15, 2025, at United Church of Christ, Southbury at 11:00 a.m. with a light lunch and ice cream (Pat loved ice cream) reception following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Regional Hospice of Danbury or a charity of your choice that brings light and goodness to the world.
Christa Jones
March 28, 1950 – May 20, 2025
Christa Jones, 75, born in Gummersbach, Germany, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025 surrounded by her family. Christa is survived by her two children Julia and Eric as well as her sister Dorothee Crawford. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Jones in 1995. Christa embodied kindness and it poured out onto everyone she encountered. There was not a person she met where she did not leave a lasting impression. She was passionate about her career in marketing for the Mountain Democrat, and it showed as she set records for sales for continuous years. Her hobbies included supporting local animal rescues, dog breeding/showing, and painting Breyer horse models as she was a massive animal lover.
In her legacy, she leaves behind an unforgettable impact of resilience. She never gave up, never lost hope, and fought till the end. Christa is welcomed in heaven into the loving arms of Jesus and her loved ones who went before her.
A celebration of her vibrant life was held July 26 at 11 a.m. at New Life Church, 8101 Sunset Ave., Fair Oaks. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to New Life Community Church in Fair Oaks, her devoted church. The family wishes to thank everyone who has reached out, prayed, and supported them in this time of grief.
Robert W. (Bob)
Campbell
Dec. 11,1945 – June 23, 2025
Bob passed away June 23, 2025, after more than a decadelong journey with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Throughout his illness, Bob never lost his zest for life or his sense of humor.
He brought joy and laughter to those around him, especially his family and the compassionate sta at Overland Court Memory Care with his playful spirit.
Bob leaves behind his beloved wife of 38 years, Peg; his children, Jennifer Posey (Larry Schellang), Ryan Campbell (Ti any Harward), and stepson, Ron Coit (Elvia McDaniel); along with his grandchildren Emma Posey, Makenzie Campbell, and Sean Coit.
Bob was born in Rochester, Minnesota, on December 11, 1945, to Belva and Robert W. Campbell Sr., Bob was their only child. He graduated from Carleton College with a master’s degree in geology, where he was a member of the National Science Honor Society and served as president of the Geology Club. He pursued graduate studies at Stanford University on a full scholarship, earning his MS and nearly completing his PhD before answering the call to serve his country. Bob enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard where he served with distinction as a Lieutenant from 1970 to 1975, stationed in Washington, D.C.
Following his military service, Bob embarked on a global career with an international development company, working in locations around the world. He embraced every opportunity to explore new cultures and landscapes, always with his camera in hand to capture the beauty he encountered. Bob’s passions were as deep as they were diverse. A geologist and a photographer at heart, he spent countless hours on rock-hounding trips across California and Nevada. He was also a gourmet cook and an exceptional baker, known for mastering any subject that piqued his curiosity. One of his proudest personal achievements was designing his dream home—so well thought out that only minor adjustments were needed to meet building codes. Bob was a remarkable man—intelligent, kind, curious, and endlessly creative. His legacy lives on in the memories he created the laughter he inspired, and the love he shared.
There will be a Memorial for Bob at the Green Valley Community Church, 3500 Missouri Flat Rd., Placerville, CA 95667 on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to your local hospice organization in Bob’s memory.
LEGISLATORS’ ADDRESSES
PLACERVILLE CITY
COUNCIL Placerville City Hall 3101 Center St., Placerville (530) 642-5200
Mayor John Clerici jclerici@cityofplacerville.org
Vice Mayor Nicole Gotberg ngotberg@cityofplacerville.org
Ryan Carter rcarter@cityofplacerville.org Jackie Neau jneau@cityofplacerville.org
David Yarbrough dyarbrough@cityofplacerville. org
ElL DORADO COUNTY SUPERVISORS
EDC Government Center 330 Fair Lane, Placerville
District 1 Supervisor Greg Ferrero (530) 621-5650
District 2
District
District
Lois Ollene Andersen
April 22, 1939 – June 21, 2025
Lois Ollene Andersen (Sherrod) slipped peacefully away in her sleep on June 21, 2025, at the age of 86—off to a better place to continue the dance party. No fuss, no alarm, just classic Lois.
Born April 22, 1939, in Holdenville, Oklahoma, she moved to Placerville, California, in 1945 and fell in love with the town and its people. A proud graduate of El Dorado High School (Class of ’57), she married Jim Andersen in 1956—clearly a fan of doing things her own way. She is survived by her children Ron Andersen (Vicky), Kristine Turner (Bruce), and Tracey Brannam (Dave); her siblings Jerry Sherrod, Ken Sherrod (Zolane), David Sherrod (Charlean), and Wanda Mewes; nine grandkids, 21 great-grandkids, and a galaxy of nieces and nephews. Her
John Edward Carbine Jr.
May 15, 1931 – June 21, 2025
John was born on May 15, 1931 in Diamond (now Diamond Springs), California and died June 21st, 2025 at his home Placerville, California.
legendary laughter rang loudest at family gatherings and with her beloved “Ya Ya” Sisters: Carol Lee (VerNon), Mary Meader, Ruth Baker Mason, Pat Harrington, Kaylyn Mee, and many more friends too numerous count. Lois wore many hats— literally—all through a lifetime of service and joy. She was a devoted Beta Sigma Phi sister, El Dorado High School Alumni Board director, Green Valley Church sendoff squad member (funeral services), Hangtown tennis ace, softball slugger, Jazz Jubilee flapper and planner, and a green-thumbed goddess in the garden. A celebration of her vibrant life will be held September 25 at 1:00 PM at Green Valley Church. Contact Tracey Brannam at (530) 919-9652 or mailto: traceybrannam@gmail. com. Donations in Lois’s honor are welcome and may be made to Snowline Hospice.
John was raised in California by his parents John and Elsie where he was trained to be a Rancher and then Logger. John learned to work hard and make things work. He could fix anything. In 1955 he met and married the love of his life, Joyce. They were married for nearly 69 years when she died just last year. Together they built a home in Placerville, developed a farm and raised six children. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, parents, brother Michael and sisters Elnora and Margie. He is survived by his children; David, Kenneth, James, Daniel, Rebecca and Susan; 19 grandchildren and 13 great-
grandchildren.
John, a tall and strong man, preferred the outdoors and spent most of his time there, working in the fields, forrest or his workshop. He exemplified hard work and was always willing to help or teach others with forestry work, fire duty, building, mechanics, animal husbandry and raising crops.
Soft spoken, and not one to waste words, people listened when he talked.
John was a religious man who lived his life as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses from 1974. He was always one to ‘live by the Golden Rule’ and endeavored to teach others to do the same. He believed Jesus’ promise of a resurrection to life on earth where he will once again enjoy his youth and vigor and show us all up.
We miss you Dad and will never be able to smell pine without thinking of you.
PLACERVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT’S CRIME LOG
The following information was taken from
July 18
10:42 a.m. Vandalism was reported at a parking garage on Center Street.
12:17 p.m. Petty theft was reported at a hardware store on Placerville Drive.
1:36 p.m. Petty theft was reported at a bar on Broadway.
8:18 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a gas station on Forni Road.
July 19
1:56 p.m. Assault with a deadly weapon was reported at an auto parts store on Ray Lawyer Drive.
Peripheral neuropathy is a result of damage to the nerves often causing weakness, pain, numbness, tingling, and may also lead to serious balance problems. This damage is commonly caused by a lack of blood ow to the nerves in the hands and feet. If not properly treated this lack of
Placerville, CA – Currently the most common method most doctor’s recommend to treat neuropathy is with the use of prescription drugs. Although these drugs may temporarily reduce your symptoms they may cause a feeling of discomfort and in some cases lead to a variety of terrible unwanted side effects. We have a different method!
In order to effectively treat your neuropathy 3 factors must be determined. Our advanced treatment method has 3 main goals
developed by NASA to assist in increasing blow ow.
6:17
9:05
$8,600 bail.
12:06 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a grocery store on Placerville Drive.
5:04 p.m. Battery was reported at an apartment complex on Schnell School Road.
July 17
9:14 a.m. Petty theft was reported on
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3:27 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Spring Street.
8:54 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a grocery store on Placerville Drive.
July 20
2:08 a.m. Officers booked into jail a person suspected of possession of tear gas and violating probation on Placerville Drive. They were listed in custody.
8:13 a.m. Officers booked into jail a person suspected of receiving known stolen property, burglary and possession of unlawful paraphernalia on Canal Street. They were listed in custody in lieu of $45,000 bail.
7:35 p.m. Officers booked into jail a person suspected of driving under the influence with prior convictions, obstructing a peace officer and violating probation on Tunnel Street. They were listed in custody.
SEEING IS BELIEVING
The primary purpose of brushing and flossing at home is to remove “plaque,” the sticky film that forms on teeth and harbors harmful bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease. Because plaque reforms on tooth surfaces daily, it is necessary to brush and floss conscientiously each day. The problem is that even those with the best intentions may be doing themselves a disservice by not brushing and flossing the difficult-to-reach tooth surfaces. One way the dentist can show patients how well they are brushing their teeth is to have them rinse with a plaque disclosing solution, which temporarily stains plaque, making it clearly visible. Once these problem areas are disclosed, patients can take aim at doing a better job.
We believe that the most important part of tooth care happens at home. Brushing and flossing properly, along with regular dental checkups, can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. We invite you to call us for an appointment. We are currently accepting new patients. We provide cosmetic, functional, and preventive dental care for all ages. You can rely on us to answer all your questions about dental treatments and procedures. We offer “Tooth Print,” which is an impression of a child’s full mouth. About the size of a small wafer, the impression is given to the parent/ guardian for the family album or for ID for a missing child.
P.S. Over-the-counter plaque disclosing agents are available from pharmacies for home use.
The low level light therapy is like watering a tree. The light therapy will allow the blood vessels to grow back around the peripheral nerves and provide them with the proper nutrients to heal and repair. It’s like adding water to a tree and seeing the roots grow deeper and deeper. The amount of treatment needed to allow the nerves to fully recover varies from person to person and can only be determined after a detailed neurological and vascular evaluation.
“My feet hurt so bad after sitting I could barely take the rst few steps. I have had 11 treatments and no longer feel sharp or shooting pains and most of the tingling is gone. I now have full balance and can walk without pain. As Dr. Mooney explained the treatment is not painful, nothing uncomfortable, and is actually very relaxing.” – Neuropathy Pain Patient
SHarvest to Table Program
ince 2022, local farmers and producers have been providing their fresh food to the Food Bank of El Dorado County in order to support our residents in need! The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians is in partnership with the USDA's “Local Food Purchase Assistance” program, and the Food Bank of El Dorado County is honored to be a partner in this collabOrative. This program supports both local food providers and food recipients. Fresh, nutritious food is purchased from California farmers and producers within a 400-mile radius of the Food Bank. The local farmers and producers benefit from the sale, and local residents benefit from the nutrient-dense, minimally-processed food they provide in their distribution.
Food recipients are provided with nutrition information regarding the benefits of whole, un/minimally processed food in regards to physical and mental health when they receive their Harvest to Table food. The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians are providing an opportunity to support and educate food recipients about the connection between health, wellness, and nutrition, while forming supportive relationships with our regional food producers.
food to the Harvest to Table Program, please contact the Food
If you are a local farmer or producer, and would like to sell your food to the Harvest to Table Program, please contact the Food Bank! (530) 621-9950
BUSINESS SHOWCASE
The El Dorado County Fairgrounds Forni Building came alive on Friday, June 27th, as over 100 local businesses, lmmakers, entrepreneurs, and community members gathered for the 2025 Business Showcase & I Love Film Mixer. This annual event spotlighted the region’s
diverse business community while celebrating the vibrant local lm industry.
From 4 – 8 p.m., the event hall buzzed with energy as attendees explored vendor booths, networked with professionals, and discovered community resources and small
business services. The showcase offered something for everyone – from award-winning wineries and gourmet food to local artisans and tech companies.
In a creative twist, the middle section of the hall transformed into a whimsical Disney-inspired experience. Masterminded
by Gold Country Health Care, multiple healthcare exhibitors collaborated to create a fun and imaginative attraction that was a true crowd favorite.
For more pictures of the event, visit the Chamber’s Facebook page, Business Showcase 2025 Album.
Laurel Brent-Bumb, C.E.O El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce
One of my favorite quotes is, “The only constant in life is change.”
After many successful years of promoting tourism countywide, we have lost our contract for service with the county that funded those efforts. While this marks a shift, it does not change our core mission.
Our chamber’s budget is dedicated to providing programs, resources, and advocacy for our members. The previous funding to the Visitors Authority allowed us to promote tourism-related businesses throughout the county. Without that contract, we are no longer able to provide those services on a countywide basis. That said, our commitment to our members remains strong and we continue to support and advocate for our local business community.
If you’re in the tourism or hospitality industry and have been considering chamber membership, now is a great time to take a fresh look. We’d love to welcome you to the chamber family.
Now Accepting Applications
The Chamber is now accepting applications for Leadership El Dorado Class XVIII. For more information visit our website: www.eldoradocounty.org, “About / Programs & Education”
LEADERSHIP EL DORADO CLASS PROJECT
Leadership El Dorado Class XVI planned and created a "beauti cation project" on Marshall Hospital's Parking Lot 10 to add a place where the community and workers at Marshall could have a healing and relaxing area to take a break and/or have lunch. It's a location right off the Marshall Walking Path that the class planned and consulted with Marshall to create this healing space.
Photos courtesy of Giloff Photography
left, Umpqua Bank - Ana Pena, Branch Manager Cameron Park (left) and Traci Niles, Assistant Branch Manager Placerville (right). At right, EDC Office of Education - Bryan Mackenzie, Communications Specialist;
Dena Allan, Program Assistant, Communications; Curtis Wise, Coordinator, Communications.
(From left side going front to back): Sharyn Balentine, El Dorado Community Foundation; Dr. Leanne Camisa, Marshall; Reggie Higashi, Marshall: Ryan Rothwell, El Dorado Irrigation District; Robert Nestor, El Dorado Irrigation District; Leah Ann Zogg, Sierra Bene t Solutions; Sol Nisbet, Sol Nisbet Home Loans
55TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Arnold’s for Awards threw quite the party, with live music, ice cream and champagne to celebrate the businesses 55th anniversary. Guests were invited to tell a
or
and
turning achievements into cherished memories since 1970.
Here’s their story as shared on social media:
It all started in 1970 when Mike Arnold, a popular Placerville barber, saw the writing on the wall—long hairstyles were taking over, and his barbershop (The Headhunters) might not be so busy for long.
At the same time, Mike was tournament chairman at Cold Springs Golf and Country Club. While buying trophies, the shop owner told him he was selling the business after a heart attack. Mike—never quite connecting stress and awards—saw an opportunity... and jumped in!
With no money, Mike and Sheri went to a lovable (and rich!) aunt, who loaned them the funds... at 10% interest. It was 1970, after all. Fifteen years later, they built their own 15,000 sq. ft. building on Hwy 50. Their mortgage? Just 18% interest.
Mike tackled the business with no formal training - just a strong work ethic and commitment to quality, fairness, and meeting deadlines. Many late nights were spent making sure every Arnold award was something to be proud of—for both the recipient and the giver.
There were fun moments too—like delivering trophies to the Italian Picnic the night before the event, always rewarded with homemade ravioli from local families. Or bringing the engraver to events to make on-the-spot name tags and lifelong friends. Arnolds for Awards has always been a family business. Kami was only 2, Kevin was 6 when it started. Both grew up in the shop, and by high school, they were part of the team.
Today, Kevin runs the show, Kami is on the board, and Mike and Sheri still pop in as active octogenarians.
ARNOLD’S FOR AWARDS
3971 Durock Rd, Ste A, Shingle Springs (530) 677-0623
Congratulations Mike, Sheri, Kevin & Kami and thank you for your Chamber membership since 1973!
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Farmer’s Market
South Lake Tahoe - Tuesdays 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. American Legion 2732 South Lake Tahoe Blvd
Cameron Park - Wednesdays 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Burke's Junction Cameron Park
Corner of Coach Lane and Strolling Hill Rd.
Main St Placerville, Wednesdays 4 – 7 p.m.
Mooney Lot, Main @ Clay St.
Placerville Drive - Saturdays 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Regal Cinema Parking Area Placerville
El Dorado Hills - Sundays 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
EDH Community Center, 1021 Harvard Way at El Dorado Hills Blvd
Community Observatory Night Sky Viewing
Weekly on Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m.. Follow planets or the moon as they travel across the sky. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable experience in the foothills of El Dorado County, free of charge! Weather permitting. Please leave
all non-service animals at home, along with personal telescopes. 6699 Campus Dr, Placerville.
$2 parking fee at the college. www.communityobservatory.com (530) 344-5707
Placerville Speedway
Located at the El Dorado County Fair and Event Center. www.placervillespeedway.com
Line Dancing at the Smith Flat House
1st & 2nd Saturday of each month. $10 cover charge, all ages welcome. 2021 Smith Flat Rd, Placerville. (530) 621-1003, www.smith athouse.com/ events
Back Porch Swing at the Smith Flat House
Sundays, 5 p.m. 2021 Smith Flat Rd, Placerville. www.smith athouse.com/events
Bingo Night
Weekly on Tuesdays. Pollock Pines Community Center, 2675 Sanders Dr. (530) 647-8005. https://pollockpinesca.org/
Dart Tournament
Weekly on Wednesdays. The Prospector in Placerville. 594 Main Street. $15 entry fee. 6:30 – 7.00 p.m. New Business in town offering an all ages Arcade downstairs & (21 & older) Saloon & Music Hall with Darts upstairs.
Open Mic at Marco’s Thursdays, 6 – 8:30 p.m. A local community favorite event happening weekly at Marcos Cafe in Lotus, at 986 Lotus Road. Open Mic is open to all ages and is a family friendly event for all skill levels and music lovers. Bring your own instrument or grab one of our guitars and play some tunes. Enjoy wood red pizzas and food specials along with a great selection of local drinks. (530) 863-6870 https://marcoscafelotus.com/
Live on the Blvd – Summer Concert Series El Dorado Hills Town Center
Aug 7 - Nathan Owens Motown & Soul Revue
Aug 14 – Shred the Night Aug 21 - Summer Night City- The ABBA Tribute Edhtowncenter.com
Aug 2 Food Wine and Live Music
Did you know that the Chamber keeps a community calendar of events? El Dorado County events can be submitted to http://visiteldorado.mhsoftware.com/ EditItem.html
Once approved, your event will appear on the online calendar at www.visiteldorado.com and also printed in the Voice of Business newsletter as space allows.
at Sierra Vista Music by Jax Hammer, a four-man band covering popular mainstream rock and blues rock songs LIVE on Stage from 5 – 8 p.m. We will have specialty pizzas & tacos available for purchase as well as wine by the glass or bottle for purchase. No outside food or alcohol allowed. RSVP 530-622-7221 or www.sierravistawinery.com/shop/events/jax
Aug 5 National Night Out Connect with your community. Law enforcement and local government of cials will make visits to block and community parties to meet and talk with residents. Community Parties 6 – 8 p.m.: Exhilaration Station, Broadway Gold Country Health Center, 4301 Golden Center Dr., Placerville, 5 - 8 p.m. Hangtown Village Square Placerville Shakespeare Club Pollock Pines, Forebay Park, 5 – 7:30 p.m.
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OPINION
Waging a war on capitalism
Capitalism gets a lot of hate. I expect it from the left. They blame free markets for racism, “horrifying inequality” and even, according to Economist Joseph Stiglitz, “accelerating climate change.”
People on the right generally defend capitalism, but today, a growing number agree with the left.
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In my new video, author James Lindsay says, “They make the exact same arguments that we’ve heard for decades: ‘capitalism has made everything about the dollar. Everything’s about GDP ... you lose everything that really matters, like kinship and nation and identity ... ‘”
Tucker Carlson, who Lindsay calls “woke right,” praises Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s economic programs, saying they “make obvious sense.”
“Astonishing!” Lindsay says. “Warren put forth something called the ‘Accountable Capitalism Act,’ which was going to restrain the way that corporations are able to behave under the brand name of ‘accountability.’”
Even Vice President J.D. Vance attacks free trade.
“While the government shouldn’t be controlling the American economy,” he said “we should ... put a little bit of a thumb on the scale ... protect nascent industries from foreign competition.”
“(This) is just another way of saying, ‘your company got too big, so we need to take some of your property and distribute it further down the chain,’” says Lindsay. “(Vance is) very against large multinational corporations and the things that they do and wants to limit them.”
But why? Large companies get large mostly by doing things right. Businesses don’t make profits unless they please their customers.
Look at places that mostly embrace free markets, the United States, Singapore, Switzerland, New Zealand and Hong Kong (until China’s government clamped down). These are good places to live. People prosper when markets are free.
“It works!” says Lindsay. “When you have free people who can engage freely with one another and trade ... you actually have a rising of all ships. Because what you have is a people who are free to do with their things as they will. They, therefore, can implement their stu , their money, their resources, their talents, whatever they happen to be, to solve problems for other people. And when you solve a problem for other people, even if it’s a kind of silly thing, like entertaining them with a silly game on their phone, when you solve a problem for other people, they’ll give you money for it, in exchange.”
Exactly. Trade is win-win. Otherwise, we wouldn’t engage in it.
So it puzzles me that as markets continue to lift more people out of poverty, capitalism faces more attacks, even from the right.
“The problem,” says Lindsay, “it requires people to be free ... You can’t control people who are free ... So we need to have a government system to tell them
■ See STOSSEL, page A7
The Rural Life
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In last month’s column, I explained why protecting yourself from falling is critical, then o ered some tips for reducing your risk and maintaining basic fitness. Now I’ll share some specific exercises to improve your balance and make fall prevention an ongoing, successful project.
But first, a hat tip to reader Game Over (his online name) for noting that pets, especially dogs, can also be a tripping risk. Obedience training (professional, if need be) can help avert the tangled-in-leash and dog-pulled-me-over scenarios. Then it’s a matter of paying close attention whenever your dog (or cat) is around your feet.
Before we get into the balance exercises, a key concept to understand is that to improve your balance, you’ve got to lose it a little. In other words, you have to leave your center of balance, then find it again, over
Our next CAO
EDITOR:
Iam writing to express concern regarding the lack of transparency surrounding El Dorado County’s chief administrative o cer selection process.
The CAO position is the highest-level administrative role in our county government, entrusted with oversight of nearly every facet of operations, budgeting, personnel and longterm planning. Given this, the process used to evaluate, select and appoint a CAO must be above reproach — both procedurally and in appearance. Unfortunately, the recent appointment of CAO Ti any Schmid raised significant concerns due to its length and opacity, and absence of meaningful public engagement.
El Dorado County Charter provisions and the 2022 Personnel Rules (Resolution 166-2022) provide a framework for recruitment based on
merit, qualifications and transparency. However, we have witnessed a widening gap between written policy and practical application. The public was not given notice of the stages of recruitment, screening criteria or candidate qualifications during the last CAO process. Nor was there an opportunity for community input on the appointment — despite the CAO’s critical role in shaping services that directly a ect taxpayers, families and businesses.
To restore public confidence and align with both the letter and spirit of the county charter, we respectfully urge the board to make the following improvements for current and future CAO hiring e orts:
1. Advance public notice — Post recruitment plans, candidate qualifications and the interview timeline with ample time for public awareness.
2. Stakeholder input — Create a window for the
and over. This develops dynamic — as opposed to static — balance.
So the common exercise of standing carefully on one leg is not going to be enough to supercharge your balance. Yes, it’s a good starting point, but you must progress to exercises that challenge your balance through movement.
After all, you’re not likely to fall from a standing-still position; it’s going to happen when you’re in motion reaching, bending, leaning, stumbling or tripping over the darn dog.
Taken together, the exercises I’ll share will engage your body’s two key balance systems: proprioceptive (sense of position and movement) and vestibular (sense of balance).
I’ve listed the exercises roughly in order of increasing di culty. If you have doubts about any of them, check with your doctor regarding their suitability for you before attempting.
IMPORTANT: Always have
An easy way to stay faithful to your balance-boosting e orts is to choose the exercises that feel right for you, then attach them to your daily routines.
something stable nearby—the wall, a chair—that you can use to steady yourself if need be. (Because you don’t want to fall while practicing not to fall!)
Here we go.
One-legged stance. Stand with soft, unlocked knees. Then lift one leg, holding the foot a few inches o the ground. Continue holding for 20 seconds or as long as you can, then repeat with the other leg. When this becomes much easier over time, try it with eyes closed, which is much more challenging.
Weight shifts. With feet hip-width apart, lean slowly sideways until the leg on that side is bearing all your weight, then lift the other leg o the ground and hold for a heartbeat. Replace the foot on the ground, then shift the other way and lift the other leg. Repeat several times. Raised-toe walking. Lift the toes of both feet up so they’re not touching
the ground, then keep them up as you walk forward for 30 seconds or more. The balls of your feet will touch the ground, but not your toes. Over time, this strengthens the muscles at the front of your calves, helping you avoid the toe-drag that’s a common trip risk for seniors.
Standing leg swings. Stand with soft, unlocked knees. Lift one leg and swing it slowly forward, then backward, several times. Repeat with the other leg. As this becomes easier over time, increase the distance that you extend your leg, plus add swings out to the side.
Heel-to-toe stand. Place one foot directly in front of the other, so that heel touches toe. Then, moving your arms if need be to maintain balance, remain in that stance for 20 seconds or as long as you can. (This exercise is much harder than it sounds!)
JENNIFER FORSBERG MEYER
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to do the right thing in the name of the common good. That’s the mentality.” Lindsay even hoaxed a conservative magazine, American Reformer, into publishing part of the Communist Manifesto, merely by substituting Christian nationalist language for words like “proletariat.”
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Heel-to-toe walking. Walk as if you’re on a tightrope, placing each foot so that the heel is touching or almost touching the toe of the opposite foot. Go slowly, and it’s OK to wobble at first. Use your arms to help balance, but as you progress over time, try to use them less and less.
Standing head-turn. Stand with your back to a wall, about 4-6 inches away from it. Lift one leg and place that foot flat against the wall. Remain in that position (without leaning back on the wall) as you turn your head slowly to the left, pause, then return to looking straight ahead. Then turn your head slowly to the right, pause, then back to straight ahead. Repeat several times.
This exercise is much, much harder than it sounds. I couldn’t do it at all the first few times I tried it, but eventually I mastered it. As with all the exercises, just a little practice every day will quickly begin to bring results.
Airplane. Another tough one! Standing straight and with feet hip-width apart, lift one foot o the
When the editors learned that they’d been tricked, they left the article up, saying it was “a reasonable aggregation of some New Right ideas.” Yikes.
Government-managed trade, protection for politically connected industries, state promotion of Christianity, speech restrictions, morality laws,
ground and spread your arms wide. Then slowly bend forward from the hips a few degrees and hold that position for 20 seconds or so. Straighten up, change legs and repeat. Over time, once you feel reliably steady in that forward position, begin to slowly “swoop” your upper body and arms all around as if you’re pretending to be an airplane in flight.
Again, it took me some time to master this exercise to the point where I could swoop more than a few inches in any direction. Just go slowly and progress as it begins to feel doable.
Repetition over time is the key. An easy way to stay faithful to your balance-boosting e orts is to choose the exercises that feel right for you, then attach them to your daily routines.
For example, I started with the one-legged stance while brushing my teeth, then advanced to the leg swings. I perform the raised-toe walking whenever I’m going down a certain hallway in my home. I do the standing head-turn while I’m waiting for the
state-owned industry, cronyism — these are bad ideas, no matter which side sells them. John Stossel publishes commentary on the battle between government and freedom. He is the author of “Give Me a Break: How I Exposed Hucksters, Cheats, and Scam Artists and Became the Scourge of the Liberal Media.”
co ee to brew. And so on.
That way, the exercises become habitual and you hardly have to think about them.
OK, that’s it. Good luck, have fun and stay safe! Jennifer Forsberg Meyer is a columnist with the Mountain Democrat and the author of “Friends With Four Legs.” Leave a comment for her online or, for a reply, reach her at jfmfeedback@gmail.com.
public to submit written input or concerns, even if formal interviews are conducted in closed sessions.
3. Transparency in selection — Publish a postappointment summary report outlining how the candidate met the advertised qualifications and why they were selected.
4. Public accountability — Within 30 days of appointment, provide a brief overview of the selection process, candidate background and assurances of alignment with county code and personnel rules.
5. Contract & compensation disclosure — Make public the full CAO employment agreement, including total compensation, performance bonuses, severance terms and any other special provisions prior to final board approval.
The CAO hiring process should reflect the values of open government and public accountability that El Dorado County claims to uphold. When hiring decisions of this magnitude occur behind closed doors, they erode trust and give the appearance of political favoritism. Taxpayers deserve more than compliance with minimum legal thresholds; they deserve a public process that reflects transparency, fairness and integrity.
On behalf of the Taxpayers Association, I urge the Board of Supervisors to demonstrate leadership by opening the CAO selection process to greater public scrutiny moving forward.
LEE TANNENBAUM
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job with the school district in Redding.
“Our boys were out of the house and we thought we could do this,” Becky said.
In 2015, on the same day Becky retired, they took off on an adventure to Southern California.
“We were gone three months and after we got home, we thought, we don’t need this huge house,” Joe shared.
“The house was 3,600 square feet and we had been living in a 400 square foot motor home,” Becky explained. “Our kids were situated all along Highway 5 so in 2017 we moved closer to my brother and family in El Dorado County.
“Joe used to say he wanted to ride quads full-time. I liked doing it and thought ‘let’s do this’” she added. “We didn’t just ride quads. We have e-bikes and kayaks and a whole utility trailer full of toys.”
With no plan and no reservations, the Warrens just explored.
“We’d see a sign that said 60 miles that way to Jack Daniels Distillery and we don’t even drink whiskey but we went,” Becky shared. “In the first year, we hit all of the lower 48 states.”
The couple made it to Alaska in September of 2023 and Hawaii in January of this year, completing their
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administrative permits for insurance removals.
“The county has committed to taking a week or less for all insurance-related administrative permits, and also the county is committed to reducing the cost as much as possible,” he explained.
During his presentation, Purcell said, “The purpose of this item was not a wholesale overhaul of the oak ordinance, but to focus on some targeted fixes first designated by the board in 2021.”
A public workshop was held in 2024 followed by another in January 2025 where
50-state goal.
The couple’s adventures took place on Bureau of Land Management lands, U.S. Forest Service and state lands as well as private facilities and encompassed terrain from mountains and sand dunes to rocky trails in Quartzite, Ariz., and old coal mines in West Virginia.
“You name it, we’ve rode it,” Joe said They hit a snag on the East Coast. ATV riding isn’t apparently allowed anywhere in Delaware and Rhode Island. The determined couple called a campground in Delaware and a man there confirmed it wasn’t permitted. Still, they booked a campsite and after meeting them, the man said, “You just go ahead and ride around here.”
In Rhode Island, Becky said Joe had the idea to go a firehouse. “I waited in the motorhome and he went inside. Pretty soon Joe came out and said, ‘He’s got a riding area at his house. We’re going to follow him to his house.’ When we got to his home, he said, ‘Ride all you want. I’ve got to get back to work.’”
Becky said their travels weren’t limited to places they could ride their quads.
“One of the things that was so fun was stumbling upon things we didn’t know about,” she shared. “In New York
the board reviewed the preliminary amendments. Following the workshop the board supported the amendments and directed staff to explore two additional exemptions In June, after the board heard an informational update, staff was directed “to not pursue additional exemptions now and to expedite the proposed amendments in front of them,” Purcell said, “especially the new or expanded fire safe and insurance-related exemptions.”
At a Planning Commission meeting this month, it was unanimously
we came upon Induction Week for the Baseball Hall of Fame. So we went to the hall of fame and it was pretty cool and the Corning Museum of Glass was our favorite. When were in the hills in Pennsylvania (we) saw where the plane went down on 9/11. We went to Connecticut and we met a man who said he read about us on a Facebook page.”
“In every state, we wrote the name of the place on a white board and took a photo to document where we went,” said Joe.
Most of their experiences were positive but a trip of this magnitude didn’t come without a few challenges.
“We went to a sketchy place in Missouri,” Becky recalled. “I was riding the trail in front and I went around a corner and saw what we found out later to be a black panther. When we got back to the campsite we told the guys we saw this animal with a long tail and they said, ‘Oh, she saw it.’ I wish they would have warned us about it.”
Joe added, “We really enjoy Island Park, Utah but when we were going along, three of us, Becky was way ahead of us and stopped. She said, ‘A bear passed right in front of me. A baby bear,’ and I said ‘GET GOING!’”
Mother Nature also added some
recommended the board approve the amendments, environmental impact report addendum and Oak Resources Master Plan updates. Oak ordinance amendments had been crafted by Brian Grattidge and the Dudek consulting firm and had been a multi-year effort, Purcell added, with the assistance of the Office of Wildfire Preparedness and Resilience.
Goals met with the oak amendments are to make county projects exempt and updating for consistency with state and county laws
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and updating the definition of “heritage tree” to resolve measurement challenges with multi-trunked trees. The definition includes “a single main trunk measuring 36 inches dbh (diameter at breast height) or greater, or a multiple trunked tree with the aggregate diameter of the three largest trunks measuring 36 inches dbh or greater.”
There were clarifications added to the ordinance for mitigation fee calculations and ease of use.
One clarification regards trees removed that do qualify for an exemption without a permit which would provide protection in case a neighbor complains.
“Although county permission is not required to remove oak trees for the activities listed below, property owner documentation of oak removal is strongly encouraged,” the ordinance clarifies.
Another clarification specifies that if there is written documentation indicating a healthy oak tree presents a hazardous natural condition, such as a tree about to fall on a house or structure, it would be exempt from the permit requirement.
Written documentation can be done by either the property owner’s insurance company or an arborist certified by the International Society of Arboriculture, a qualified wildlife biologist or a registered professional forester.
Another change was removing an exemption for existing parcels that cannot be subdivided.
“That was a strong consultant recommendation based on the fact that El Dorado County is the only jurisdiction that they were aware of that had such an exemption, and also because of the difficulty of enforcement,” Purcell said.
Permits are now required for all development activities impacting oaks.
“Whether it’s subdivision improvement plans, or a backyard swimming pool permit, all of those would have to have an administrative permit on file with the county,” Purcell said. “So we have one permit type for all
weather excitement.
“He’s from Missouri so we regularly go to Hannibal, Mo. Went on a tram to tour the town and ... people’s phones went off all at once for a tornado alert,” Becky said. “We got off the bus and went to order lunch but then the sirens went off. We didn’t get to have lunch and I started to panic. We all went running to get into a cave.”
For the most part, the trail riders didn’t encounter too many mechanical issues. Joe said he usually doesn’t carry many tools but they carry a phone, first aid kit, water, food and a space blanket. “You usually can run the quad in on a flat tire for 50 miles,” he explained. “I usually wear a backpack and I keep a tow strap in the quad. We’ve been lucky, so far. Once, we had to wait in Salt Lake City for a part.”
The couple offered advice to people considering this kind of adventure.
“Be flexible,” said Joe, adding, “Go do it. You don’t know how long you have on this Earth. A lot of people wait for someday and some day never comes.”
“We’ve been all over the country and we could do it over and over again,” Becky added. “We could take the same trip and see everything new. We’ve been blessed that we have been able to do this. We’ve made friends along the way and we really appreciate it now.”
development activities.”
Supervisors approved the proposed Urgency Ordinance 5234, consisting of interim regulations on oak trees, defensible space and insurance requirements, to take effect immediately since it is the height of fire season. The urgency ordinance includes adding exemption for removal of hazardous vegetation (dead, dying or diseased trees within the defensible space area around existing structures), for insurance-required oak removal, with an effective date immediately after the board adopted it, on July 22.
Other new exemptions outside of the urgency ordinance would be effective in 30 days, on Aug. 22.
“So when you’re talking about heritage oaks, the scrub oak is still protected, am I right?” Chair George Turnboo asked. “This is one of the biggest issued we’ve had, the removal of them. We have the valley oak, we have the red oak, we’ve got the white oak, we’ve got the black oak that should be protected. But the live oak is a scrub oak.
And that’s where the problem was; you’re talking about these wildfires, and you just said 6 inches or less, but only 4 feet high.”
He said much of the scrub oak are higher than 4 feet and should be eliminated.
“We’re the most highly restricted county when it comes to oak trees,” Turnboo added.
“We found that it would cost a significant amount of money and take a significant amount of time, so what the board directed us to do at that time, a month ago, was to not do that effort right now, which was to exempt live oaks or oak tree removal around roads, but to table that for when we look more comprehensively at our general plan which is hopefully within the next couple of years,” explained Thea Graybill, acting Long Range Planning manager.
“And I think that staff came up with a pretty good solution with the urgency ordinance,” Supervisor Lori Parlin said, adding that some of the other amendments should also reduce the amount of scrub oaks.
Turnboo said it could have been simplified by
addressing the scrub oaks in the current amendments.
“But you can’t simplify it without the EIR, which costs a couple hundred thousand dollars and a couple years’ worth of work,” Supervisor Brian Veerkamp said. Turnboo also expressed concerns that the ordinance states the Planning Commission can take up to a week to issue insurance-related permits.
“The insurance companies only allow five days,” he maintained. “A lot of (policies) are going to get canceled.”
“I think it would take a day or two,” Graybill said. “I think the week is just in case someone is on vacation, or has a sick parent or something that’s extreme. I know staff is very aware of the situation and would do everything to process these permits as quickly as possible.”
In public comment, Ken Greenwood said, “I fear that we may have overstepped here, but I am appreciative of the fact that maybe we’ll get to work and get some fire clearance done along roads, in people’s yards without them worrying about being fined, being ratted on by their neighbors, etc., etc.”
Cameron Park resident Kim Beal told supervisors, “I would like to see the preservation of live oaks removed from our local ordinance. They are unattractive, they are invasive and, shoot, when the leaves hit the ground don’t go barefoot trying to walk on them.”
Veerkamp moved to approve the item, with the comment he would like to see live (scrub) oak exempt from having to obtain permits.
Turnboo seconded, and said, “We’re going to take care of that and make sure that happens in the future and make sure we don’t have those horrific fires anymore.”
The motion passed 5-0 to adopt the EIR addendum to the county’s 2017 Biological Resources Policy Update and ORMP Final EIR; and approve proposed amendments to Title 130 Chapter 130.39 and ORMP as recommended by the planning commission, as well as Urgency Ordinance 5234.
Sliger Fire burns dry hillside near county line
Kat Mendenhall Staff writer
Spectacular lightning illuminated the sky overnight July 24 into July 25, sparking the 14.4acre Sliger Fire around 9:30 p.m. Thursday on Sliger Mine Road and Hida Way near the Placer County line.
“Over the last 24 hours, the Cal Fire Amador-El Dorado Unit experienced 136 lightning strikes locally, and the northern portion of California had upward of 5,900,” Cal Fire officials shared in a social media post last Friday.
Cal Fire responded to the wildland blaze, working alongside several Growlersburg Conservation Camp units, Garden Valley Fire Protection District, Georgetown Fire Protection District, Rescue Fire, El Dorado County Fire Protection District and Mosquito Fire Protection District. The generous resources prevented the fire from spreading further. No structures were damaged or destroyed and no injuries were reported.
As of Monday morning the fire was 100% contained with firefighting crews continuing to monitor the area and ensure no hotspots flared up.
Mower sparks El Dorado Hills wildland fire
Mowing equipment took the blame for a nearly 4-acre fire in northern El Dorado Hills Monday.
Firefighters with the El Dorado Hills Fire Department and Cal Fire Amador-El Dorado Unit responded to the blaze off Falcon Crest Lane and Salmon Falls Road at approximately 11 a.m. The unified response held the grass fire at a fence line to 3.8 acres. No structures were damaged and no injuries were reported, according to EDH Fire Chief Michael Lilienthal.
Cal Fire officials noted in a social media post released just hours before responding to this fire that 95% of wildfires are caused by people.
“Whether you’re using equipment, towing a trailer or building a campfire — just one careless moment can lead to disaster. Do your part to prevent wildfires by using spark arresters, checking for dragging trailer chains, never leaving fires unattended and only burning when — and where — it’s safe and legal,” the post reads. “Be especially cautious when using equipment or mowing dry grass. One spark is all it takes. One less spark really does mean one less wildfire. Let’s keep our communities safe.”
El Dorado Sheriff’s officials investigating alleged abduction
Mountain Democrat staff
El Dorado County sheriff’s officials are reassuring the public there is “not an identifiable threat to public safety,” responding to criticism unleashed in emotional social media post written by a Shingle Springs mother who claims her son was abducted from his backyard on July 25 and escaped.
The mother shared that her 10-year-old disappeared in broad daylight near the intersection of Idle Creek Drive and Creekside Drive and she searched for him for about 10 minutes before calling 911.
“About 90 minutes later, a neighbor (a retired Sacramento County officer) returned our son, saying he had come crying out of the woods behind his house — 1/4 mile away,” the post reads. “Our son was dirty, scratched, covered in grass and stickers, had urinated in his pants, and was clearly traumatized. He said someone dragged him off the swing into the woods, he fought back — bit the attacker — and was able to escape.”
The post goes on to criticize EDSO’s response, which the mother called “deeply disturbing,” and she indicated responding officers did not believe her son’s story or check the scene.
In a response also posted on social media, EDSO confirmed the investigation into the alleged abduction is active and ongoing.
“From the initial call, deputies from the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office immediately responded and utilized the various investigative tools available that were appropriate at that time,” the EDSO post notes.
“Supervisors from the sheriff’s office have been in contact with the reporting party advising on the status of the investigation.
“The sheriff’s office understands that community members may wish to know more facts of the case; however, that would be irresponsible to provide given the active nature of the investigation,” the post continues.
EDSO spokesperson Sgt. Kyle Parker had no additional information to share with the Mountain Democrat when contacted.
Sliger Fire mop up continued July 25.
Photo courtesy of Georgetown Fire Chief Glenn Brown
Photo courtesy of Cal Fire
Charred grassland blemishes the landscape off Falcon Crest Lane in El Dorado Hills after a fire moved through on July 28.
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Stellar Students
Congratulations to Chandreyi Chakraborty of El Dorado Hills who was named to Georgia Institute of Technology’s Dean’s List.
July 30
Vitalant will host a Shingle Springs community blood drive, 1:30-4:15 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 3821 Quest Court. Make an appointment at donors.vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM551 or call (877) 258-4825. Walkins will be accommodated if space allows.
Vitalant will host a Lotus community blood drive, 1:30-4:45 p.m. at Andrea Dodson Properties, 7308 Highway 49, Suite E. Make an appointment at donors. vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFD800 or call (877) 258-4825. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows.
Main Street Menagerie PRIDE Celebration takes place 7-10 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
The Valhalla Tahoe boathouse theatre and outdoor lawn presents Walt Wilkins & The Ramble from 7:30-10 p.m. For more information visit valhallatahoe.com.
Showroom entertainment at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe presents Steve Earle at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information visit tinyurl.com/9c3db54t.
July 31
Join the Ladies Society of St. Patrick Catholic Church for a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 3109 Sacramento St. Placerville. The sale continues through Saturday.
Valhalla Tahoe presents Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival Presents: “Young Shakespeare A D.G. Menchetti Education Program – Twelfth Night,” 10-11 a.m. For tickets and more information visit valhallatahoe.com.
Arts and Culture El Dorado will host an author talk with Susan Norman author of “Risk” from 6-8 p.m. at the Switchboard Gallery in Placerville. For more information visit artsandcultureeldorado.org.
Red Dirt Ruckus will perform, 7-10 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
The Valhalla Tahoe boathouse theatre and outdoor lawn presents Ania Helwing & Guests Present Feelings: Closed in Sculpture and a Musical Moment from 7:3010 p.m. For more information visit valhallatahoe.com.
The Sofia in Sacramento presents “Tech Roast Show: Roast of Sacramento” at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org.
Aug. 1
The Rescue Community Center will host a Friday Night Out Barbecue from 5-9 p.m. with live music from Braydon Shaffer. For tickets and more information visit rescuecommunitycenter.com.
The Cameron Park Community Services District will host a Smash Bros. tournament for ages 13-17 at the Cameron Park CSD, 6-9 p.m. For more information visit cameronpark.org.
Meeting the kids where they’re at
Andrew Vonderschmitt Features editor
On Sunday, Aug. 10 the Child Advocates of El Dorado County will host a Luau Fundraiser, Hula for Hope in collaboration with The Aloha Initiative at the Boardwalk in Orangevale. This festive and community-driven evening will feature authentic Hawaiian food, cocktails, live hula performances and an interactive hula lesson, plus raffles, entertainment and a meaningful program; all in support of children and youth in El Dorado County’s foster care and juvenile justice systems. The event will raise vital funds for Court Appointed Special Advocates in El Dorado County.
What is a CASA
CASAs are trained volunteers who advocate for the well-being and safety of children in the county who have experienced abuse or neglect.
CASA El Dorado County’s mission is to provide support, empowerment and a voice for the abused, neglected and at risk youth in the community.
“We really pride ourselves on serving our families and children first, providing consistent advocates for foster and juvenile justice youth,” said CASA Executive Director Natalie Moore.
“That is really a trauma informed, supportive way to advocate for the kids in and out of the courtroom.
“Trauma informed means, to me, that we're meeting our kids where they're at and really helping them in the moment with no judgment or really no agenda.”
Moore added that CASA supports families and tries to safely reunify youth with parents whenever possible. CASA also provides youth with opportunities that all children deserve, whether or not they're in foster care, or at home with parents, according to Moore. One way CASA does this is through youth enrichment programs. However, the crux of the organization is advocacy.
“Our advocates are really the experts on the kids that can make the correct decisions and advocate for them and give the full picture to the judge who's making lifelong, impactful decisions for the youth,” said Moore.
Becoming a CASA
To become a CASA volunteers go through a series of trainings that better equip them to advocate and hold space
for the children they serve.
“We do our training so that we understand what trauma in children looks like,” said Program Director Rosemary Breitwieser. “We base that primarily on ACES.”
Adverse childhood experiences, or ACES, uses a simple questionnaire that reveals how much trauma a youth has experienced in their life. This helps the advocates to be better informed on the youth they advocate for.
“On the other side of ACES is their resiliency factor,” said Breitwieser. “So one of the main things that builds a child’s resiliency is simply having caring and consistent adults in their lives.”
An advocate provides that consistency in the youth’s life, according to Breitwieser.
“That is the direct gift that they give,” she said. “They meet them where they're at, meaning whatever they're going through, the advocate simply holds space for the kids”
The CASA’s role
Not only do they meet the youth “where they’re at,” but they look at the child through a strength based lens. This means the advocate knows who the child is, what they are good at, what they’re interested in and focus on their positives. Balanced with knowing what they've been through and what potential roadblocks and behaviors are in place because of their experiences this approach gives the advocate more tools to help the children develop within the unfortunate circumstances in which they find themselves.
“So yes, they're in the system, yes, they're foster kids, but how can we build them up to be stronger and to endure this while they're going through it,” explained Breitwieser.
Another role the advocate fills for the youth is to gather information, and identify any needs of the child that are not being met. By virtue of being court appointed, the advocate has the authority to reach out to the appropriate persons to report whether a youth is lacking in any basic needs. This is usually the social worker or probation officer in the case of youth in the juvenile justice system.
“They have a seat at every table, meaning any child, family or team meetings or anything like that,” said Breitwieser.
Outside the courtroom
Contrary to the title, a court appointed advocate does most of
their work outside of the courtroom. Much of the child’s enrichment happens between court appearances which are held every six months.
The role is to advocate during those times for what the youth needs, which is why CASA asks the advocates to visit with their youth once a week.
“I really feel that our training helps the advocates to approach these kids with, again, a
trauma informed lens,” said Senior Program Manager Michelle Vien. “It’s not ‘what's wrong with you,’ it's more like, just ‘what's going on?’”
According to Vien, when the youth have someone that is genuinely interested in them and has their best interest in mind it makes a difference. It makes a difference to the advocate as well.
“I think some of our CASAs would tell you
that the experience is just as impactful on them as for the kids,” said Moore.
CASA training
To become a CASA one has to be at least 21-years-of-age and be able to pass an extensive background check. For anyone who might be interested in volunteering the organization holds
Courtesy photos
CASA has a lot of support from the community. Above, El Dorado Hills Fire Chief Michael Lilienthal helps with preparations at a recent fundraiser. Below, Placerville Police Department help distribute sandwiches for CASA’s Box Lunch event.
Summer employment program celebrates successes
El Dorado County Office of Education
Since 2017, the El Dorado County Office of Education has partnered with Golden Sierra Job Training Agency and the Department of Rehabilitation to offer a Summer Employment Program for foster youth ages 16-20. Since that time, the program has grown to serve McKinneyVento youth and others who might benefit from the intensive program.
At the beginning of the program, youth spend a week in a classroom environment at Folsom Lake College where they learn from a variety of community partners about resume writing, interviewing skills, emotional regulation in the workplace and more. In what can be described as a cross between summer school and summer camp, the youth spend their days in various workshops with time between for connection and team building, which are always popular activities.
While youth are busy learning job skills, staff from EDCOE and New Morning Youth and Family Services, consider each student’s skills, schedules and interests to pair them with employers who have volunteered to take on the students as paid interns for the five remaining weeks of the program. These community partners are integral in training and mentoring. Over the years, employers have included Big Brothers, Big Sisters, the Boys and Girl’s Club, Exhilaration Station, the Chamber of Commerce and many more.
On July 11, seven students who completed the 2025 program celebrated at The Apex at RedHawk. Even with pizza, bowling and Kart rides, the highlight for most was receiving their certificates of completion, letters of recommendation and the coveted first paycheck.
“These students have done a lot of work. Watching them grow through their experiences has been the most rewarding part of this program,” said Margaret Lewis, program coordinator. “They are shining stars.”
One of those shining stars is 18-year-old Rayden Salazar-Greene. Salazar-Greene has spent two of his three years in EDCOE’s Facilities and Maintenance department, where he has received glowing reviews. Salazar-Greene’s commitment to doing his best, his excitement at learning new skills and his willingness to incorporate the feedback of his supervisor helped pave the way to becoming a model employee.
“I’ve heard it can be a struggle to get hired recently, but I [now] have experience,” said SalazarGreene. “It also added so much confidence to what I’ll do going forward because I’ve had a positive experience and won’t be nervous. There were good people all around, a supportive network. I would say you will gain a lot of experience, confidence, friends and overall, it’s ‘peak’ — meaning it’s great.”
Salazar-Greene also credits developing a relationship with El Dorado County Superintendent
of Schools Ed Manansala, as an important part of the program.
“This Summer Employment Program is a great example of EDCOE’s core values: integrity, service, relationships, equity and innovation,” said Manansala. “We are very proud of the difference SEP makes in the lives of those students we serve. Rayden is one of many success stories evident by
the dedication of these students, EDCOE staff and our wonderful community.”
SEP begins recruiting students and employers in the early spring each year. The program runs from the first week of June to the middle of July. Interested students should reach out to their school counselors or social workers. Interested employers can contact Lewis at (530) 295-4539.
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Rayden Salazar-Greene is congratulated by El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools Ed Manansala.
Forces of Nature comes to Art on the Divide Gallery
Art On the Divide Gallery News release
Art On the Divide Gallery is excited to exhibit artwork from 17 visiting artists who have been juried into the 14th annual invitational art show, Forces of Nature, Aug. 1-31.
Gallery members welcome the community to celebrate these artists at a reception, 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2. Enjoy art, music and light refreshments. Vote for a favorite piece during the show and AODC will present a People’s Choice ribbon to the artist who tallies the most.
Participating artists are John Barron, Deborah Carlson, Carol Clark, Dakota Flaherty, Mark Gentry, Maresa Giovannini, Patty McKinney, Teri Meyer, Linda Miller, Jackie Morgan, Karen Sanders Noé, Kolleen Paul, David Petersen, Pauline Ruiz, Lola Mae Schmidt, Mary Sinclitico and Anne Uphoff.
The artwork is diverse and includes both two-dimensional and three-dimensional pieces, oil, acrylic, photography, ceramics, sculpture and colored pencil. As an added bonus, there will be a poetry reading later in the month presented by the Thursday’s at Two Poetry Group. Poets will use the artwork as their inspiration to write and perform their pieces at the gallery, 5-7 p.m. on Aug. 29. For more information visit artonthedivide.com
Summer fruit tree pruning
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ummer pruning of fruit trees including apples, pears, peaches, nectarines, cherries, apricots, persimmons, figs and plums has been found to be so beneficial that it is the method now used in the Sherwood Demonstration Garden’s Orchard Garden. Pruning this late in the season has an overall de-invigorating effect on vegetative fruit tree growth and is typically used to help maintain a manageable tree size and shape. We’ve found that this summer pruning method has greatly reduced our winter pruning and keeps the trees small, with plenty of fruit. It redirects the tree’s energy to fewer shoots and to any developing fruit. There’s also an added benefit of developing fruiting wood early in pome trees like apples and pears. In the El Dorado County foothills, late August is the best time to prune. Use clean, sharp pruning shears or loppers. If there is any disease or fungus, clean your tools after each cut. As you prune, remember to never cut off more than a third of the tree’s canopy. Focus on removing new and overly vigorous growth that shades fruit too much. Cut out diseased, damaged or crossing branches, and bring the canopy down to allow sunlight to reach the developing fruit. This also maintains the tree at a manageable height. Thinning out crowded branches improves air circulation and light penetration which helps reduce disease risk and improves fruit quality. Pruning helps to concentrate energy into any fruit on the tree, like apples, rather than excessive vegetative
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growth, leading to better ripening and flavor.
Do not prune large diameter branches at this time, which can stress the tree and reduce next year’s crop. Those large branches should be pruned in the winter. Also, do not prune stone fruits, like cherries or plums, in wet weather to avoid disease. In the Sierra foothills, we do get summer thunderstorms. Removing suckers and water sprouts should be done at any time. These fast-growing vertical shoots can drain energy from the tree and fruit. One of the nicest gifts that summer pruning provides to pome fruit is creating fruiting wood a year early. Look for smaller, one-year-old wood within the canopy. Count out three nodes where a leaf comes off and cut just beyond that node at an angle. Many of those small branches may turn into fruiting wood the next spring. But don’t forget to thin your overabundant crop in June!
An excellent video for summer pruning can be found at youtube.com/ watch?v=9ioGcl7gHgc. This video, produced by the UC Santa Cruz
Center for Agroecology
is a great overview of summer pruning. However, keep in mind that shaping the tree in a vase shape as recommended in the video, works in Santa Cruz and the ocean influenced climate; but we recommend the standard leader shape for El Dorado County with our hot summers. Another excellent resource on fruit tree pruning can be found at ucanr.edu/site/ uc-master-gardenerssanta-clara-county/fruittree-pruning. This Saturday, Aug. 2, join the Master Gardeners for a free public education class, Pruning and Care for Fruit Trees in Summer. The class will be held at the Sherwood Demonstration Garden, 6699 Campus Drive, Placerville, from 9 a.m. to noon. The college charges $2 for parking and a pass may be purchased at kiosks located in the parking lot. Bring a folding chair if you can. For more information about UC Master Gardener classes, events and garden resources visit mgeldorado.ucanr. edu. For garden hours and activity information for the Sherwood Demonstration Garden visit ucanr. edu/sites/EDC_ Master_Gardeners/ Demonstration_Garden. Have a gardening question? Use the “Ask a Master Gardener” option on the website or leave a message at (530) 621-5512. For more information about UC Master Food Preserver classes, events and food preserving resources visit ucanr. edu/site/ucce-masterfood-preservers-centralsierra.
“Run A Ground” an acrylic by Pauline Ruiz
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Master Gardener of El Dorado County
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Summer pruning has been found to be so beneficial that it is the method now used in the Sherwood Demonstration Garden.
“Sunrise Over Mono Lake” by Anne Uphoff
“Ancient Olive” by Maresa Giovannini
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ON DUTY
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adina Phebus
PACIFIC OCEAN — U.S. Navy Aviation Machinist’s Mate 2nd Class Christian Mena, from Camino, assigned to the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 8, prepares to direct an MH-60S Sea Hawk, assigned to HSC-8, to land on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) on July 23. Theodore Roosevelt, flagship of Carrier Strike Group 9, is underway conducting exercises to bolster strike group readiness and capability in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of
Barton Health expands orthopedics and sports medicine team at Tahoe
LAKE TAHOE — Barton Health welcomes orthopedic specialists
n SPEED BUMP by Dave
ARIES (March 21-April 19). Feelings are real, but they don’t run the show. You’re choosing from a wider view — long-term goals, real needs, what actually matters. This is you showing up like a boss, doing what needs doing without getting tangled in passing moods.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Feeling at ease inside yourself leads to a better time with others. Words won’t trip you up. You’ll catch the meaning beneath them — the feeling, the intention — and that’s where the real fun begins.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21). People will ask things that poke at you. Stay wild. Stay private. There’s no rule that says you must explain yourself. Mystery is a right. You decide how much to reveal. You decide what parts of you are made public.
CANCER (June 22-July 22). You used to know how to do something, and though it’s been a long while, you still do. It’s not gone. It’s waiting. If you’re tired of going through the motions, try this: Don’t go through them. Dance through them. Skip through them. Make them strange again.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Don’t be too quick to call out your strengths and be even more reticent to name your weaknesses. You are among the least qualified people to judge the matter. And besides, with a little encouragement, you can expand far past former limits.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’re in this spot for a reason. Maybe you’re still growing into it — that’s how it works. The ones who care most always wonder if they belong. That question doesn’t hold you back. It keeps you
awake, aware, rising. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ve outgrown a rule you used to live by. Maybe it got you here, but it won’t take you farther. You’re ready to move with more freedom, more trust in your own timing. The old map doesn’t show what’s next.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Attention finds you — it always does. But the real gold is in where you place your focus. Choose beauty. Choose aliveness. Choose the thing that makes you lean in. Choose what makes you laugh out loud.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Stay loose. Say the wild thing. Ask the better question. Let someone surprise you. This isn’t a time for outlines or rehearsals. Ditch the polished prose for sparks. The best parts happen in the unscripted moments.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You showed up for the shine and stayed for the sweat. What pulled you in isn’t the same thing keeping you here, and that’s the best part. The real reward has been found inside the doing.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your impatience is actually
Jeffrey Cummings and Scott W. Southard to Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. Both board-certified physicians have ties to the Tahoe area and together bring more than 60 years of combined experience in orthopedics and sports medicine. Cummings is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating complex shoulder and knee injuries with minimally invasive treatments. He served as an orthopedic surgeon in the U.S. Air Force at Fairchild Air Force Base before coming to the Carson/Tahoe region to practice orthopedics. Cummings led sports medicine and trauma training for Barton Health’s Lake Tahoe Sports Medicine Fellowship. He supported athletic training staff at the high school level and participated in the U.S. Ski and Snowboard physician pool for the men’s and women’s alpine teams. After working a few years in Klamath Falls, he is happy to return to Lake Tahoe and northern Nevada. Southard started seeing orthopedic patients in the Tahoe area in 1990. He is passionate about addressing sportsrelated injuries and restoring joint function. Since 2001, he has run a private practice and provided surgical care to patients in South Lake Tahoe and the Carson Valley. He has served as an assistant clinical professor of orthopedic surgery at the UC Davis Medical Center and has served as clinical faculty at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine.
“We are pleased to have two
topnotch physicians who understand and care about the diverse orthopedic needs of our community,” said Clint Purvance, MD, CEO of Barton Health. “Both Dr. Cummings and Dr. Southard are leaders in orthopedic medicine and committed to serving patients.”
Dr. Cummings completed his medical degree and orthopedic residency at Loma Linda University in Southern California. He then refined his surgical skills and subspecialties in the shoulder and knee during his San Diego Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship at the University of California, San Diego. Southard attended Stanford University for his undergraduate degree and the University of Nevada School of Medicine for medical school. He completed his orthopedic residency in Phoenix and then came to South Lake Tahoe for a Sports Medicine Fellowship in Shoulder and Knee Surgery at Tahoe Fracture & Orthopedic Medical Clinic.
In their free time, both Cummings and Southard said they value spending time with their families. Like many, they enjoy the outdoor activities that Tahoe has to offer and are eager to engage in the community. Cummings and Southard will see patients for their orthopedic needs at Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at the offices in Stateline and the Carson Valley. To make an appointment, call (530) 543-5554 or contact your primary care provider for a referral.
Brewfest comes to Fairytale Town
News release
SACRAMENTO — Beer lovers and families alike are invited to raise a glass at Fairytale Town’s annual Tales & Ales Brewfest fundraiser, returning on Saturday, Aug. 23.
This one-of-a-kind, family-friendly event will feature over 20 craft breweries, cideries and wineries, offering a variety of tastings for guests aged 21 and over. The evening also includes live music by AKAlive, an assortment of local food vendors and fun for all ages including Fairytale Town’s beloved play structures and a Root Beer Float Garden just for kids.
Featured pourers
Acheson Wine Company, At Ease, BarmHaus, Bike Dog, Common Space, Crooked Lane, Flatland, Full Circle, Grindstone Wines, HenHouse, Hop Gardens, Jackrabbit, KC Kombucha, Lost Coast, Mad Fritz (VIP), The Monk’s Cellar, New Glory, New Helvetia, Nitty’s Cider, North Coast, Oak Park, Original Pattern, Sierra Nevada, Silt Wine Co. (VIP), Sonoma Cider, Speakeasy, Three Mile and Urban Roots.
*Lineup subject to change.
Food lineup
Tacos International, hearty, authentic tacos; Chicago Fire, wood-
fired pizza and more; My Lumpia Lady, a fusion of Filipino & Mexican cuisine; F&F BBQ, smoky, savory barbecue classics; India Jones, bold and flavorful Indian cuisine; Chip Cookies Sacramento and Kettle Corn Master, sweet treats for everyone
This year’s Tales & Ales Brewfest is presented by Yee Law Group, Brown Construction, Gunther’s and Bizhaven.
The event will take place Saturday, Aug. 3 from 5-9 p.m. at Fairytale Town, 3901 Land Park Drive, Sacramento. For tickets and more information visit fairytaletown.org.
About Fairytale Town
Fairytale Town is a nonprofit children’s park and educational center in Land Park whose mission is to promote the imagination, creativity and education of children. Established in 1959, Fairytale Town is home to more than 25 three-dimensional play sets based on favorite fairytales and nursery rhymes, a family of 22 rare and miniature breed animals, three interactive learning gardens and two performing arts stages. Fairytale Town is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., March through October, and Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., November through February, weather permitting, and unless otherwise noted.
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Capital Stage presents new play festival
SACRAMENTO — As a part
of its mission to develop new plays and playwrights, Capital Stage will present its 12th annual New Play Festival, Playwrights’ Revolution. Beginning in January of this year, Capital Stage sought out new play submissions. Within two weeks the maximum of 350 new play submissions were received. During the following months a team of readers, led by Resident Dramaturg K. Kevyne Baar, read and processed those submissions. With input from the reading team, four finalists were chosen by Artistic Director Michael Stevenson to be produced for this year’s festival. One-night-only staged readings of these finalists will take place July 31, through Aug. 3. The finalists
“Sarai’s Knife”
By John Minigan
Directed by Imani Mitchell
Staged reading: Thursday, July 31 at 7 p.m.
When a vandal cuts the face of a Black student at Classical Academy out of a self-portrait on display in the school lobby, mixed-race firstyear teacher Sarai is asked to use the rapport she has with the student victim to investigate the incident. Pressure from the white Assistant Headmaster and discoveries about the alleged victim make Sarai question her effectiveness as a teacher and artist. When she discovers the truth behind the subsequent destruction of a portrait of the school’s founder, Sarai makes an unexpected choice that changes her future and the path the institution must take.
“Model Congressman”
By Steven Strafford
Directed by Karen Vance
Staged reading: Friday, Aug. 1 at 7 p.m.
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monthly informationals on Zoom. If, after attending one of those deep dive sessions, a candidate is still interested they can fill out an application on the website. Once the application populates the CASA database the candidate will receive a call for an initial meeting/interview. After that the successful candidate will begin the onboarding process which involves a background check, documents to sign and scheduling training.
“Going through the training doesn't necessarily mean you will become an advocate,” said Breitwieser. “It means that you are going to have a full scope of what this role entails. And then, you know, we are also going to have a full understanding of who you are, and if you're a good fit.”
The training is, in essence, part of the interview process.
“You don't have to have a special superpower to become a volunteer,” added Vien. “It's a people business. It's about relationships. It's about a willingness to be interested in a kid and a family and to do your best to help them.”
Currently CASA has 71 volunteer child advocates serving 134 kids in El Dorado County. Although this might sound like enough, CASA is always looking for more volunteers.
Supporting CASA
CASA receives roughly 25% of its annual funding from federal, state and local funding, the remaining 75% is garnered through community support, foundation grants, individual donors and its annual fundraising events.
“We could not have survived and couldn't continue to survive if we
It’s 1994, and Kevin is an in-thecloset gay kid using the brandnew internet to find men to sleep with. He’s also a young man with an ambition to be powerful and successful enough to take care of his single mom. Kevin, along with his friends, compete for a huge scholarship at the regional Model Congress. If Kevin can convince a powerful man that he has what it takes to make it in politics, no matter the cost, then he might get his ticket to the biggest halls of government.
“The Weight of An Orange”
By Denmo Ibrahim
Directed by Anne Mason
Staged reading: Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 at 7 p.m.
As a company of actors constructs a world from real stories of migration, memory, and survival, two siblings — Kal and Dija — break away to chart their own course: a fantastical mission to escape a burning Earth in search of a new planet, Lipeas Ten. What begins as make-believe becomes a deeper search for belonging, as the children’s imagined future collides with the truths they’ve tried to outrun. Woven with testimony from an Arab American community, the play blurs fact and fiction to explore exile, identity, and the enduring question: can you ever truly return home?
“-in-chief”
By Ally Duvak
Directed by Elyse Sharp
Staged reading: Sunday, Aug. 3 at 2 p.m.
“-in-chief” follows the editor-inchief of a college newspaper as she tries in vain to keep the status quo intact while the impending 2016 presidential election looms large over the United States. While all eyes are on the national stage, problems strike much closer to home, threatening to upend not just the newspaper, but the very identities of its editors. For tickets and more information visit capstage.org/playwrightsrevolution.
did not have the community that we have.” remarked Moore. “We are incredibly fortunate and incredibly supported by the community.”
The annual Box Lunch fundraiser is entering its 30th year and started primarily as an outreach event. Now they serve upwards of 3,000 sandwiches and partner with other nonprofits in the county.
“So this year, we partnered with the Upper Room again, and had, I think, over 200 lunches donated to them,” said Moore. “We have 1000s of supporters on that day, and it makes us feel very grateful for this community.”
Another keystone event is the CASA Gala scheduled for Nov. 15 this year which is a well known event.
You don’t have to be a sponsor or a large donor to make an impact for CASA. Other ways to support include inviting representatives to come to your place of business or service club to talk about the organization; volunteering to help with fundraisers and other events; joining the Empower monthly giving community; and of course attending its events and fundraisers. Also, CASA is always looking for opportunities to partner with businesses and other nonprofits to better serve the interests of all involved.
The Hula for Hope event will take place at the Boardwalk in Orangevale on Sunday, Aug. 10 from 2-5 p.m. For tickets and more information visit rocktheboardwalk.com/events/hulafor-hope-a-fundraising-luau-for-casael-dorado-10-aug.
To learn more about CASA El Dorado County or to learn how to become an advocate visit casaeldorado.org.
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NIE’s goal is to assist schools, teachers and parents in developing future readers who can use the newspaper to enrich their own lives and participate responsibly in their community, state and nation.
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The Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series presents Old Dominion from 7-10 p.m. and the same time on Aug. 2. For more information visit tinyurl.com/ yfvbt3xz.
See What Love Can Do, Jerry Garcia Band tribute, will perform, 8-11 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom. com.
Crystal Basin Cellars will host a tasting at Kit Carson Lodge on Silver Lake, 4:30-7:30 p.m. For more information visit crystalbasin.com.
Broadway At Music Circus presents “In the Heights” at the UC Davis Health pavilion in Sacramento at 7:30 p.m. and continuing through Aug. 7. For tickets and more information call (916) 557-1999 or visit broadwaysacramento.com.
Aug. 2
The Experimental Aircraft Association, Chapter 512, will host its Famous Pancake Breakfast from 8-11 a.m. at the Placerville Airport, 3501 Airport Road. Enjoy breakfast, airplanes on display and old friends. Proceeds go to the Sunny Atkin Scholarship Fund for students of
aeronautical related studies.
UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County host a free public tour starting at 9 a.m. After the approximately onehour tour, wander around the sixteen individual gardens at your own pace or ask docents for help and more information. May be closed for inclement weather or poor air quality; check before visiting: ucanr.edu/ sites/EDC_Master_Gardeners/ Demonstration_Garden/. Parking permits are required, purchase a $2 permit at any kiosk. At the Sherwood Demonstration Garden, 6699 Campus Drive, Placerville.
Join Apple Hill Growers for Summer Harvest Days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the same time on Sunday at participating ranches to celebrate summer with activities and offerings that
feature berries, plums, peaches, vegetables, wine, hard cider, baked goods, jams, treats, wine and more. For more information visit applehill.com.
The Cameron Park Community Services District will host a Walk and Talk with General Manager, Mo Johnson, to talk about what’s happening at the Lagoon. Meet at the gazebo at 10 a.m. For more information visit cameronpark.org.
The Cameron Park Community Services District will host a Smash Bros. tournament for ages 9-13 at the Cameron Park CSD from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more information visit cameronpark.org.
Join the Miners Foundry for Jerry Bash from 1 - 9 p.m. at Pioneer Park in Nevada City. For tickets and more information visit
minersfoundry.org.
Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom will host West Coast Performing Arts Concerts presents ABBA Concert Experience at 3 and 7:30 p.m. For tickets and more information call (916) 608-6888 or visit harriscenter.net.
Shane Dwight will perform at 7 p.m. at Sutter Creek Theatre in Sutter Creek. For tickets and more information call (916) 425-0077 or visit suttercreektheatre.com.
California Stage in Sacramento presents “Eleanor Rigby” through Aug. 24. For tickets and more information visit calstage. org.
Aug. 3
Join KFOK Community Radio and the American River Folk Society for the third annual Day on the Divide music festival, noon to 8 p.m. at Garden Valley Park. For more information visit kfok.org.
American Made — Toby Keith tribute will perform at 4 p.m. at Sutter Creek Theatre in Sutter Creek. For tickets and more information call (916) 425-0077 or visit suttercreektheatre.com.
Aug. 5
Powell’s Steamer Company and
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The Sacramento Fine Arts Center in Carmichael presents Watercolor Artists of Sacramento Horizons Go with the Flow through Aug. 9. Museum opens at 11 a.m. daily, closed Mondays. For more information visit sacfinearts.org.
Arts and Culture El Dorado presents High Side, Whitewater El Dorado through Aug. 17 at the Switchboard Gallery in Placerville. For more information visit artsandcultureeldorado.org.
The Olde Coloma Theatre presents “The Best Little Tea House in the West” ... Or ... “When a Deed is Done!” through Aug. 24. *Note the show is rated R for sexual innuendo and language, age restrictions apply. For tickets and more information go to oldecolomatheatre.com.
Sutter Street Theatre in Folsom presents “Young Frankenstein” continuing through Aug. 24. For tickets and more information call (916) 353-1001 or visit sutterstreettheatre.com.
The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents “Twelfth Night” through Aug. 23 and “Peter and the Starcatcher” through Aug. 24. For tickets and more information visit laketahoeshakespeare.com.
Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento presents Marvin Lipofsky Blows Glass through Aug. 17; Reform to Restoration, French Art from Louis XVI to Louis XVIII from the Horvitz Collection through Sept. 14; Arts, Letters, and Power, Van Dyck and the Portrait Print through Oct. 12; Cara and Diego Romero, Tales of Futures Past through Oct. 12; Black & Gold – Traditional and Contemporary Japanese and Chinese Ceramics through Dec. 31, 2025; and Pueblo Pottery – Native American Pottery and Sculpture through Dec. 31, 2030. For more information visit crockerart.org.
The Gallery at 48 Natoma presents Jyotsna Bhamidipati visual storyteller through Aug. 14. For more information call (916) 461-6601 or visit folsom.ca.us/government/parksrecreation/facilities/gallery-at48-natoma.
The Heavenly Village Summer
Concert Series presents live music on the main stage every Friday and Saturday (plus additional weekdays) evenings from 5:45-9:15 p.m. through Labor Day. For more information visit tinyurl.com/3h88rmpb.
The Master Gardener public office is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon at 311 Fair Lane, Placerville. Have a gardening question or problem? Come in and chat, bring a cutting or insect in a baggie or a picture. Can’t come in person? Call (530) 6215512 and leave a voicemail or email mgeldorado@ucanr.edu.
National Alliance on Mental Illness El Dorado County offers free, in-person family support groups 6-7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month in Placerville. For more information visit namieldoradocounty.org.
Monday Club Bridge seeks more players. The club is a very informal, friendly group and invites interested men and
women party bridge players to join. The club meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at Denny’s Restaurant on Fair Lane in Placerville at 10 a.m. For more information call (530) 622-1180. Do you love to sew (or not sew) and support veterans? Sew4Vets is a fun group that meets twice a month (first Tuesday and second Thursday) 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Building in Placerville. Members sew walker bags, wheelchair bags, pillows and quilts for a number of California veterans hospitals, as well as veterans in local assisted-living homes. Non-sewers help with stringing drawstring bags, stuffing pillows and other “hands on” projects. All supplies furnished. Don’t have a sewing machine you can bring to the meetings? There are a few to share. Check us out at Sew4vets. org.
The purpose of the Widowed Persons Club is to provide a support group for widowed men and women of all ages and provide a wide range of social activities through which they have an opportunity to make new friends and find a
fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/24/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30 14817
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Correia BRIAN CORREIA, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 07/02/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ.,
25CV1688 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Harmoney Dancer filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: HARMONEY DANCER Proposed name: HARMONY DANCER 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court
a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/25/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT
