The Amador County Fair wrapped up its four-day run with a record-breaking Jr. Livestock Auction. Buyers ignored the smoky haze from the Sand Fire and the triple digit heat to spend more than $540,000 in support of Amador County youth. The livestock sale in 2013 brought in just over $330,000.

"We had a phenomenal Fair," said CEO Troy Bowers, "In spite of the challenges faced by the community with the nearby Sand Fire and the heat, we had the opportunity to remind ourselves of the way this County comes together. Our staff, the entertainers and vendors, volunteers and exhibitors all worked together to make this Fair truly reflect our theme of There's No Place Like Home."  

While attendance dropped off during the heat of the day, crowds packed the Fairgrounds during the evening hours to enjoy the Muttin Bustin, Truck Pulls, Rodeo and Destruction Derby. A big hit this year was hypnotist Susan Rosen who had some fun with her subjects. The Spazmatics packed the Blue Moon Picnic Lawn once again as did the Rhythm Ryders' tributes to Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline, Strait Country tribute to George Straight saw our largest Sunday night crowds ever.

Even though the Fair was in full operation mode, the Fair did not hesitate to offer to shelter animals that needed to be evacuated from the Fire. "One of the most important roles of California Fairs is to provide our facilities in emergency situations for housing both animals and families when necessary," said marketing director Karen Spencer. "Thanks to ACART (Amador County Animal Response Team) and the Amador County Animal Control crews we were able to shelter 18 horses plus chickens, rabbits, goats, dogs and cats. PETCO of Jackson generously delivered food, bedding, pens and other supplies within hours of hearing of the situation."

Bailey Lubenko was crowned Miss Amador County Fair and Carisa Swason was named Miss Amador Rodeo Queen. Lora Lee Warden won the Peoples Choice Award in the Art Department for fine art and Dorothy Magoffin won for photography.

Tickets purchased at the gates showed an increase on Thursday and Friday, but with the fire and the heat a decline was seen on Saturday and Sunday during the day. Final attendance numbers will not be available until pre-sale purchases are analyzed.

Posted by TSPN TV on Monday, July 28, 2014 

WHEN AND WHERE?

Date: Time:

Place:

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

5:30 p.m.Open House 6:00 p.m.Presentation & Workshop

Pine Grove Town Hall 19889 Highway 88 Pine Grove, CA 95665

WHAT IS BEING PLANNED?

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), as the lead agency under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), in cooperation with the Amador County Transportation Commission (ACTC) proposes to modify State Route 88 through the Town of Pine Grove in order to reduce congestion, improve operations and enhance safety between the intersections at Climax Road and Tabeaud Road.

WHY THIS NOTICE?

You are invited to attend a public workshop for the State Route 88 Pine Grove Corridor Improvements Project. Representatives from Caltrans and ACTC will be present to provide a project update, present proposed design details, and provide information for consideration in the environmental process. There will be an open-house beginning at 5:30 p.m. which will include maps, exhibits, graphics, and an opportunity for discussions with project representatives. A presentation and workshop will begin at 6:00 p.m.

WHERE DO YOU COME IN?

This is your opportunity to provide Caltrans and ACTC with feedback on the preferred solution.

CONTACT

To submit comments to be considered in the environmental process, please contact:

Scott Smith, Chief, Caltrans Central Sierra Environmental Analysis Branch

Phone: (559) 445-6172E-Mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. For general project information, please contact:

Neil Peacock, Project Manager Amador County Transportation Commission Phone:(209) 267-2282 E-Mail:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Jes Padda, PE, Oversight Project Manager Caltrans Phone:(209) 948-7765 E-Mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

For all other highway matters, please contact Caltrans District 10 Public Information Office (209) 948-7977 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals who require special accommodation (American Sign Language interpreter, accessible seating, documentation in alternate formats, etc.) please contact the Caltrans District 10 Public Affairs Office at (209) 948-7977 at least ten (10) days prior to the scheduled meeting. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) users may contact the California Relay Service TDD line at 1-800-735-2922 or 711.

Posted by TSPN TV on Monday, July 28, 2014

Richard Forster talks to Tom Slivick about the Board of Supervisors' Pre Agenda Report on TSPN TV.

Evacuation Order reduced to Evacuation Warning:

Amador County:

• Hwy 49/Bell Rd., Courier Rd. Shenandoah Rd. and Upton Rd.

El Dorado County:

• All of Upton Rd., Jaybird, D’Agnostini, Bertone, Squirrel Hollow, and Rabbit

Ridge.

Evacuation Order cancelled:

El Dorado County:

• Deer Haven/Sand Ridge East to Somerset, Buzzard’s Gulch, Van Pooka, and La

Mesa

• All areas/roads East of E16/Mt. Aukum Dr., between Coyote Junction to Gray’s

Corner

Evacuation Warning cancelled:

El Dorado County:

• San Ridge Road/Morning Canyon to Gorge View to Horseshoe Bend to Gray’s

Corner to E16/Mt., Aukum Rd. to Buck’s Bar/Sand Ridge Rd.

At 10:00 this morning, all evacuations warnings for the area of Outingdale Community have been

rescinded. All homes East of E16 (Mt Aukum Rd.) is open for residents to return.

Traffic Control Point remain at the following locations:

• Sand Ridge Rd. at Deerhaven

• E16 at Lone Barn

• E16 at Brinkwood

• Flat Creek at Bertone

The following areas remain under an Evacuation Order:

• Flat Creek Rd.

• Brinkwood Rd.

• Painted Pony Rd.

• Higgins Rd.

• Twin Rivers Rd. and all connecting roads.

Residents returning to the area may be required to show identification and proof of residency. CAL

FIRE encourages residents returning to the area to drive safely and watch for fire equipment and

firefighter activity within those affected areas.

Posted by TSPN TV on Monday, July 28, 2014 12:45PM

Kathy Boyd Fellure discusses with her guest Artist and Illustrator - Jessica Lemley, and Authors - Carrie McAlister, and Jo Ann Sarti about the process of creating children's books.

The ladies talk about six hot topics that will keep you intrigued with what they will say next. 

Kam Merzlak and Susie Miller tell the viewers what's going on on Amador Live on July 25, 2014.

Karl Knobelaugh speak to Kam about the Preston Castle foundation's Lethal Luau fundraiser. 

Wendy Ward talks to Susie Miller about her upcoming Mermaid paining class, where the artist discovers their inter mermaid. 

Ken Centanni and Joe Bonini talk to Susie about Upcountry Lions Club's Omelet Fundraiser.