Mountain Democrat

The Mountain Democrat, based in Placerville, California, holds the title of the state's oldest newspaper, with uninterrupted publication since 1851. This local paper focuses on delivering news, sports, and community features specifically for El Dorado County.

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Patrulla fronteriza advierte a migrantes sobre fin de captura y liberación

3 days ago | mtdemocrat.com | Cesar Barron |César Barrón

Nogales, Arizona — La Patrulla Fronteriza lanzó una advertencia para los migrantes, sobretodo mexicanos, que cruzan la frontera de forma ilegal porque ya no sólo serán deportados, sino que se les impondrán cargos por haber ingresado a Estados Unidos de manera no autorizada. “Los días de captura y liberación han terminado”, explicó Jesús Vasavilbaso, agente de la Patrulla Fronteriza y vocero del Sector Tucson en Arizona.
Hands-on Ag experience

1 week ago | mtdemocrat.com | Shelly Thorene

A total of 1,319 students from 13 elementary schools in the county learned about soil, cultivation, food cycles, animals, nutrition, natural resources and stewardship of the land at Farm Day at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds on May 6.
California Commentary: California’s clueless politicians

1 week ago | mtdemocrat.com | Jon Coupal

In the history of California, there has never been a bigger disconnect between political elites and the citizenry than over the issue of Proposition 13. In June of 1978, every editorial board in California, every labor group, every education organization and, yes, even big business opposed Prop. 13. While its defeat seemed certain to the experts, the voters had other ideas and passed the iconic measure by nearly 65%.
Warning: Ignoring pesticide labels could be a costly mistake

1 week ago | mtdemocrat.com | Elaine Murphy

Pesticides can be dangerous if they are used carelessly or not stored properly, advises California Poison Control System. Using them safely depends upon several things, including selecting the appropriate product for your needs and following the directions on the label to the letter to ensure you’re using that product properly. “Whenever you use pesticides, it’s critical to read the entire label before each use,” said Dr. Rais Vohra, medical director for the Fresno/Madera Division of CPCS.
Maggie Williams ready for more family time

1 week ago | mtdemocrat.com | Shelly Thorene

After more than three decades of service in El Dorado County, Margaret "Maggie" Williams is ready to hang up the many hats she has worn as the part of the Health and Human Services Agency. Williams, now 61, joined El Dorado County government in 1993 as a health education specialist in the Alcohol and Drug/Tobacco Use Prevention Program.
Day Hiker: Brockway Summit Trail - A Journey Along the Tahoe Rim Trail

1 week ago | mtdemocrat.com | Mary West

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EDHCSD moves forward with cityhood

1 week ago | mtdemocrat.com | Noel Stack

After nearly two months of meetings at which residents shared ardent opinions both in favor of and against cityhood, the El Dorado Hills Community Services District Board of Directors has opted to take on lead agency status for incorporation, partner with the El Dorado Hills Citizens for Cityhood and pursue financial and environmental studies to determine if the city of El Dorado Hills is a viable option. The 4-0 vote came after more than three hours of discussion at a special May 1 meeting.
Don't wait to see "Godot"

2 weeks ago | mtdemocrat.com | Odin Rasco

At first, before the play begins, there is just the tree, a lonely, leafless thing, occupying space in what is otherwise a void; a scene waiting for a story. After the house lights have dimmed and the stage lights up, the story, pulled hither and thither by the conversation of the shabbily-dressed Vladimir and Estragon, begins as the pair await Godot.
Traffic fee snafu prompts unplanned revision

2 weeks ago | mtdemocrat.com | Noel Stack

The major update to El Dorado County's Traffic Impact Fees approved in December 2024 after more than 18 months of work will get another overhaul after a computation error was discovered, county officials have confirmed. The El Dorado Count Board of Supervisors approved the new fee schedule at its Dec. 3, 2024, meeting, during which many public speakers asked for a delay as they didn't have enough time to review all the information released with the agenda item.
Sister City visitors explore El Dorado County

2 weeks ago | mtdemocrat.com | Shelly Thorene

Visitors from El Dorado County’s sister city, Warabi, Japan, came to El Dorado County this week to celebrate 50 years of friendship between the two communities. The eight visitors took part in activities in Placerville, Lake Tahoe and Folsom. A Sayonara Party is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Town Hall on Main Street in downtown Placerville.