Jackson, CA - Jackson Creek Dental Group will once again be hosting Smile for Kids to treat children, at no cost, who “fall between the cracks” in healthcare – children who would not otherwise receive dental treatment – on Saturday, January 31, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  Because of the overwhelming number of children attending this event appointments will be scheduled in advance starting Monday, January 12^th, 2015.  These appointments will be filled on a first-come-first served basis by calling Jackson Creek Dental Group at (209) 223-2712.  Once the schedule is full they will no longer accept additional patients. 

To qualify for treatment, children must be 2-18 years of age, qualify for free or reduced fee school lunches, WIC or CHDP, be a resident of Amador County, and they must not be covered by private dental insurance or Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal.  A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child throughout the appointment. 

The doctors and their staff have provided this service to the community on a volunteer basis for the past 30 years.  Smiles for Kids also offers an opportunity to educate both the child and parent about how the effects of poor oral health extend far beyond problems in the mouth, often generating other related health problems.

“Children who meet the program requirements may receive, at no cost, a complete dental exam and

x-rays, as needed,” stated Craig Kinzer, DDS at Jackson Creek Dental Group.  “We will also provide a teeth cleaning, fluoride treatment and prescription, sealants, orthodontic evaluations, and other emergency dental care as time allows.   The dental staff and volunteers who participate in Smiles for Kids feel very fortunate to be able to give back to the community on this special day.”

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“Every child deserves a healthy smile,” quoted Dwight Simpson, DDS at Jackson Creek Dental Group.  “Tooth decay is the #1 chronic childhood disease in America and is largely preventable.  Untreated dental disease is very painful and affects a child’s physical, emotional and social development.  This Smiles for Kids event is one way we can become part of the solution and help give the children in our community healthy smiles for life.”

Crucial follow-up treatment may be provided through the Sacramento District Dental Society’s

Adopt-a-Child Orthodontic and Specialty Referral Care Programs.  Several local dentists will also be providing these services right here in Amador County as part of the Adopt-a-Child Program.  Children requiring Orthodontic and Specialty Referral Care follow-up appointments may be assigned to a specialist to receive necessary endodontic, periodontic, pediatric, orthodontic and oral surgery treatments.

Jackson Creek Dental Group offers a full range of advanced, comprehensive dental specialties, from general care, periodontal care, dental implants and orthodontics to cosmetic dentistry, smile design and full mouth reconstruction.  For more information contact us at (209) 223-2712 or visit our website at www.JacksonCreekDental.com.

Jackson Creek Dental Group is open Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Friday,

7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Jackson Creek Dental Group Smiles for Kids 2015 photo caption: 

Over 65 children will receive a free dental exam, x-rays, cleaning and fluoride treatment as a result of the 2015 Smile for Kids program, along with a lot of patient and parent oral hygiene information and education.  In addition, making sure they all have access to needed follow-up treatment is an essential part of this program.  Pictured above is Rachel Maita, RDH working with one of the Smiles for Kids patients.  

During the November 25^th Amador County Board of Supervisors meeting, the supervisors passed and adopted Resolution No. 14-126 in appreciation for the employees and volunteers of Hospice of Amador & Calaveras, to honor them for receiving 100% Medicare compliance during a recent surprise audit from the State of California.

The resolution was motioned by Supervisor John Plasse, District 1, who had learned of the perfect audit findings and wanted to honor Hospice of Amador & Calaveras for attaining the highly acclaimed accomplishment.  Supervisor Plasse noted that the resolution included how during the audit debrief meeting, the RN auditor said, “I’m not sure how to say this but this has never happened to me before in the 20 years I have been doing this job; That they could not find one thing to write up, nor find one deficiency that would require her to document it; And that it is clearly evident that Hospice of Amador & Calaveras, is providing care the way hospice care is supposed to be provided!”

Supervisor Plasse presented the framed resolution to Dan Riordan, Executive Director and Caela White, Director of Patient Care Services, to recognize and thank the over 50 employees and 200+ volunteers who devote their time, energy, love and professionalism to make Hospice of Amador & Calaveras, our local community based non-profit hospice, a truly remarkable Hospice.  

The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) also learned of our local hospice’s accomplishment and they will be highlighting them in their weekly online publication, NewsBriefs.

To learn about how Hospice of Amador & Calaveras might help you or your loved one call 209-223-5500 or 209-736-9442.

Dear Amador County,

I’d like to thank those who have supported the restoration of the Catholic Cemetery thus far and for the generous donations we’ve received.  Continued donations are greatly appreciated and directly affect the restoration project by helping us to progress further.  I encourage all members of the community to come by the cemetery to see how great it’s beginning to look, and witness the transformation for yourself.  Future projects here at the cemetery include repairs to the custom fencing that surrounds the property, and repaving the area by next spring.

This project has been extremely rewarding and it feels great to take part in improving our much-loved community. The Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians are proud to reside in Amador County, and truly appreciate the support of the many wonderful people who reside here with us.

For additional information on the park restoration project, feel free to contact the committee at (209) 223-8405.

May Grandfather be with you all.

Adam Dalton

Tribal Chairman

Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians

JACKSON, CA- Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort welcomes back Rock Blues Icon Robert Cray to the Grand Oak Ballroom Stage on Thursday, December 11 at 7 p.m.

The five-time Grammy Award winner has had an astonishing four-decade career as an American Blues Artist. Mostly self-taught, Cray learned how to play the guitar at a young age and was first inspired by the legendary artists like George Harrison, Jimi Hendrix, B.B. King, and Albert Collins. Since the Robert Cray Band was established in the early 1970’s, Cray has released sixteen Billboard charting studio albums.

In April 2011, Rolling Stone Magazine credited Robert Cray with reinventing blues with “his distinct razor sharp guitar playing” that “introduced a new generation of mainstream rock fans to the language and form of blues.” Shortly after, Cray was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame at the age of 57. The Robert Cray Band has opened, performed, and collaborated with many artists, including Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Bonnie Raitt, and John Lee Hooker!

Will Call opens at 5 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. 

Tickets start at ^$25 for Dreamcatcher’s Club^® members, available only at the Casino Cashier’s Cage and starting at ^$30 for non-Dreamcatcher’s Club^® members, available at the Casino Cashier’s Cage or online at JacksonCasino.com. 

Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort is located at 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson, CA 95642. For more information, call 800-822-9466 or visit JacksonCasino.com

Located in the Sierra foothills town of Jackson, CA, Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort is owned by the Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians, a federally recognized Indian tribe. A sovereign government, the Rancheria is dedicated to developing projects that not only enhance the tribe’s ability to remain self-reliant, but also reflect a commitment to be a good neighbor.

On Saturday evening, at 6 pm is the “Las Posadas Candlelight Walk”. One of the most touching events to participate in or just watch. The public is invited to be a part of this beautiful reenactment of Joseph and Mary’s journey to Bethlehem. The parade will begin at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Spanish Street where Mary will mount a donkey and she and Joseph will process down beautiful, historic Spanish Street, lined with flickering luminaries, then on to Main Street, Sutter Creek. Narrators will retell the familiar story and Musicians will lead in singing familiar Christmas carols that everyone is urged to join in and sing along. This is truly a heart warming experience for all ages, the "Las Posadas Candlelight Walk" will be an evening you will cherish forever. Dress warm so you can enjoy the entire evening!  Following Las Posadas, there will be hot beverages and cookies available at the social hall of the Methodist Church.

Ed Tracey and Susie Miller open this show with lining up their guests. 

Brian Oneto talks to Susie Miller about what's going on in the districts.

Susie Miller talks to Ed Tracey about The Rat Pack coming this Sunday at the Armory Hall in Volcano.

Mike Krisman talks to Ed Tracey about the Christmas Party at the Ione VFW Hall. 

Marilyn and Karl McDanel, from the Mother Lode Scots, talk to Susie Miller about the Mother Lode Scots Christmas walk in Volcano.