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Myrtle Catherine Bowman

Oct. 21, 1923 — May 22, 2013 Myrtle Bowman was born Oct. 21, 1923 in San Jose, Calif. She passed on the morning of May 22, 2013, after struggling for many years with a heart condition. She was a Navy bride, marrying her husband Lloyd in 1954. Upon Lloyd’s retirement from the Navy, he and [...]

Ralph Alan “Big R” Russell

April 22, 1932 — May 12, 2013 Big R passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013, with his family by his side. He had been battling lung cancer for the past nine months. He is survived by his son, Scott Russell and daughter-in-law Kami Arnold of Diamond Springs; daughter, Sheri Duncan of Pollock Pines; son, Brent [...]

Planning jargon stumps supes

The search for a sense of “community” sent El Dorado County’s Board of Supervisors down into the weeds of planning and development issues at the BOS meeting May 14. Audience members likewise struggled to understand the difference between Community Identification and Community Design — both of which are deeply embedded in the county’s general plan [...]

DUI Log: May 5-13

JASON P. GISLER, 30, of Placerville, booked by CHP on May 5, bail listed as $2,500. EUGENE D. PETERSON, 62, of Sly Park, booked by CHP on May 5, bail listed as $2,500. JOSEPH A. RODRIGUES, 20, of Placerville, booked by PPD on May 5, bail listed as $2,500. AUSTYN N. RYAN, 18, of Orangevale, [...]

Wall response to Mr. Richards

EDITOR: I find it extremely interesting that you, Mr. Richards from Diamond Springs, are so knowledgeable about Placerville’s El Dorado High’s Historical “Wall Of Fame.” You are not a parent from EDHS; your son does not attend EDHS; you were not at the meeting with Mr. Barnes and the community. Yet you claim to have [...]

Cameron Park Community Center

EDITOR: I recently needed to rent a facility for a Memorial Service. I called several places and after talking with Dan Friese at the Cameron Park Community Center I felt it was the best choice. They have a beautiful facility and were extremely accommodating. I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the kindness and [...]

Crime Log: April 28-29

April 28 9:30 a.m. Deputies completed an information report on vandalism done to a vehicle on Tea Rose Drive in El Dorado Hills. 9:30 a.m. Unknown suspect(s) damaged a 26-year-old male victim’s car causing about $6,000 in damage on Knollwood Drive in Cameron Park. 11:16 a.m. A glass door was broken at a business on [...]

At a glance: Busy time

Dogwood Garden Club of Pollock Pines is presenting its Spring Fling Fundraiser Spring Tea Luncheon on Thursday, May 23 at the Smith Flat House, 2021 Smith Flat Road in Placerville. The afternoon starts at noon with the fashion show followed by the luncheon. Tickets are $25 per person and can be obtained by calling Mary Bourne at 530-644-4832 [...]

El Dorado County law enforcement

EDITOR: I lived in Pollock Pines for 18 years. My husband and I thought the country would be a nice place to raise our son. And since work allowed us to we moved up to the mountains. All was fine during his younger years but as high school began so did the problems. My son [...]

New spring fashions on parade

What: Spring Fling Fundraiser, Spring Tea Luncheon Who: Dogwood Garden Club of Pollock Pines Where: Historic Smith Flat House, 2021 Smith Flat Road in Placerville When: Thursday, May 23 starting at noon Tickets: $25 per person. Information: Call Mary Bourne at 530-644-4832 or Merle Neil at 530-644-0672 The arrival of spring signals a new look for Mother Nature and is a time [...]

Pollock Pines community identity

EDITOR: It was a lively discussion that filled the Pollock Pines–Camino Community Center last evening as citizens came together with Supervisor Norma Santiago to create the first Pollock Pines Community Advisory Council. It was obvious that some folks might still not have the truth and full knowledge of how citizens across the county are trying to [...]

‘Go Blue or Go Home’

EDITOR: I cannot believe what Mr. Barnes is doing at El Dorado High School. How dare he take down a wall recognizing 30-40 stellar football athletes from 30 years ago to replace it with a wall recognizing a myriad of outstanding athletes from all of El Dorado’s history. Why are we recognizing more recent athletes [...]

Heard over the back fence: Partners in Care plans event at Boeger Winery

CHIPMUNK ADVICE:
 John Chapman provided the following “Advice from a Chipmunk” T-shirt statement: “Be playful * Hit the ground running * It’s OK to be a little cheeky * Earn your stripes * Plan ahead * Be bright-eyed and bushy-tailed * Stay chipper!” PARTNERS IN CARE FUNDRAISER: 
On Thursday, June 6, from 5:30 to 7 [...]

Comet spotted?

Pollock Pines resident Rod Robertson said he believes he saw what looked like a comet around 11 p.m. Thursday night, May 9. He said it streaked across the sky from south to north in Pollock Pines. The resident was driving home on Highway 50 when he saw the object approximately 200 to 300 feet overhead. [...]

Disrespecting traditions

EDITOR: It is with great dismay that I am writing this letter questioning the EDHS administration’s honesty. The principal, Matt Barnes, met with about 40-plus parents, students, grandparents and other members of the community. He was ill prepared for the meeting (showing up wearing clogs and casual attire). Community members asked him why he had disassembled the [...]

Pollock Pines politics

EDITOR: No doubt I will regret writing this, however I am compelled to say that after being a business owner the past two years in Pollock Pines, I can see for myself how the politics has almost ruined the businesses in town rather than helped them. I was excited two years ago. I had drive [...]

Heard over the back fence: Donate blood, get a movie pass

WOODPECKER ADVICE: 
John Chapman forwarded the following “Advice from a Woodpecker” T-shirt statement: “Find your own rhythm * Peck away at obstacles * Be colorful * Carve out a place for yourself * Make your voice heard * It’s OK to be a little flashy * Use your head! FREE MOVIE PASS:
 A community blood drive [...]

Heard over the back fence: Dog talent show Sunday

LISTEN TO THE WOLF:
 The following “Advice from a Wolf” T-shirt statement was provided by John Chapman: “Trust your instincts * Be at home in nature * Keep your den clean * Stand fur what you believe * Stay on track * Howl with your friends * Be a leader * Pack life with good [...]

Eleven B – crafting as art

If you thought of handmade crafts as being shells glued onto a cigar box, you haven’t been to Eleven B. The shop at 1234 Broadway in Placerville represents more than 150 local crafters who make everything from exquisite pottery for daily use to jewelry, yard art made of tools and silverware and one-of-kind aprons you’ll [...]

CEDAPP response

EDITOR: Dorothea Falkenstein, mother of Wanda Flores, this year’s president of the Pollock Pines-Camino Chamber, certainly has the right to ask questions, and she is entitled to her opinions. She is not, however, entitled to contrive her own erroneous facts. 1. Jeanne Harper is not now, nor has she ever considered running for any political [...]

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Kyburz memorial celebrates family’s role in history

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Chipmunks and squirrels can carry plague

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Forest Forum honors three

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Riding for children thousands of miles away

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Pollock Pines community identity

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El Dorado Hills’ club wrestlers 2nd

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Make your day(s) visiting upscale Carmel

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Outside with Charlie: Call of the wild

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New leagues for Oak Ridge, Ponderosa

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Prospecting

Winning wines bring home gold

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Things to do: May 24, 2013

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Heritage singers present a free concert

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Enjoy Cake at Three Stages

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Sierra Nevada Alliance presents benefit concert

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Military special at Railroad Museum

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John Mayall to rock at Folsom’s Three Stages

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Steam into Carson City on the V&T

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Sacramento celebrates music

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On Duty: Army Pvt. Daniel M. Naygrow Jr.

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On Duty: Air Force Airman 1st Class Jeffrey T. Lewis

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Demolition derby time at the fair

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Sac County Fair kicks off

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Excursion trains running in Jamestown

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Western Railway opens for summer

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DUI Log: May 5-13

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Eleanor Irene Atchinson

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Myrtle Catherine Bowman

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Ralph Alan “Big R” Russell

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Juanita Ann Lumley

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Mr. George W. Sleep

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Jack “Dan” Thompson

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Working It Out

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