How We Voted

Tom Harris Associate Editor Local community news by Tom Harris, Associate Editor November 5th 2024 was election day, and you may be curious as to how your fellow citizens voted. The following is information regarding El Dorado county. As of October 21, 2024, voter registration was as follows: Republican: 56,812 (42%) Democrat: 41,030 (30%) No … Continue reading How We Voted →

Mosquito Fire Protection District (MFPD) Questions and Facts

Tom Harris Associate Editor Context and Perspective by Tom Harris, Associate EditorThe Sentinel understands that many new residents have joined our community over the past few years, and may not be familiar with our local fire department. Following are a number of questions and facts published by the MFPD. What is the district?The Mosquito Fire … Continue reading Mosquito Fire Protection District (MFPD) Questions and Facts →

Fire Chief Issues Stern Warning: Only Fire District Holds Legal Authority for Emergency Management—Disseminating Unauthorized Information Risks Serious Legal Consequences

Tom Harris Associate Editor Community news and information by Tom Harris, Associate EditorIn the August 2024 edition of the MVFA's publication, Mosquito Byte, MFPD Chief Eddie Dwyer addressed the community in a column titled "Chief's Message." Chief Dwyer, who returned to the Mosquito Fire Protection District (MFPD) after previously serving as chief from August 2016 … Continue reading Fire Chief Issues Stern Warning: Only Fire District Holds Legal Authority for Emergency Management—Disseminating Unauthorized Information Risks Serious Legal Consequences →

The “PAY FIRE” July, 2024, Draws Rapid Response from Cal Fire

News and Community Interest by Tom Harris, Associate Editor Tom Harris Associate Editor The PAY FIRE ignited in a grass and oak woodland area, initially covering 3-4 acres. The fire, driven by dry conditions and moderate winds, spread quickly and advanced toward Placerville Airport. As the fire progressed rapidly, it posed an immediate threat to … Continue reading The “PAY FIRE” July, 2024, Draws Rapid Response from Cal Fire →

Swansboro Drive & Fly-in: A Day to Remember!

Tom Harris Associate Editor Best of show this cute little restored travel tailer towed by this vintage Chevy June 22, 2024, was an unforgettable day at Swansboro Airport and Dyer Lake Park for the first-ever Swansboro Drive & Fly-in, formerly known as the Big Boy Toy Show. The weather was sizzling, but the vehicles were … Continue reading Swansboro Drive & Fly-in: A Day to Remember! →

Exciting Spring Events Coming up in Mosquito for 2024

By Tom Harris Associate Editor Tom Harris Associate Edito Spring is a busy time in Mosquito this year. Saturday, May 18, was the annual MVFA Yard Sale held at the fire station. The same day also saw the opening of our local café, "Smoke on the Water" on Finnon Lake, formerly Frank's Diner. Both events … Continue reading Exciting Spring Events Coming up in Mosquito for 2024 →

Community Rallies for Finnon Lake Clean-up Day

By Tom Harris, Associate Editor Tom Harris Associate Edito Beautiful Finnon Lake is open to the public April 29th was the annual Finnon Lake Clean-up Day. Over a dozen community volunteers came out with tractors, mowers, weed-whackers, pruners, rakes and shovels. Finnon Lake Recreation Area (FLRA) is owned and operated by the Mosquito Volunteer Fire Association … Continue reading Community Rallies for Finnon Lake Clean-up Day →

Update – Mosquito Residents Seek Answers to Chipping Programs Service Request

Tom Harris Associate Editor Perspective and Opinion by Tom Harris, Associate Editor - Update by Roger Stenbock, EditorUpdate - Following the chipping program story, Ms. Karen Pullin, in a recent post on Nextdoor provided an answer. Her explanation to the questions raised is (quote): "...The way the chipping program is set up has nothing to … Continue reading Update – Mosquito Residents Seek Answers to Chipping Programs Service Request →

SCPOA Board Addresses Former Board Member Concerns and Appoints New Association Attorney at MARCH 19, 2024 MEETING.

Perspective and Opinion by Tom Harris, Associate Editor Tom Harris Associate Editor The purpose of this article is to provide a public update for all dues-paying residents of the Swansboro Country Property Owners Association (SCPOA) regarding recent developments within our community. The Sentinel attended the March 19 SCPOA meeting, joined by approximately ten residents. Here … Continue reading SCPOA Board Addresses Former Board Member Concerns and Appoints New Association Attorney at MARCH 19, 2024 MEETING. →

At 2024 Annual SCPOA Meeting Board Appoints New Unopposed Board Members and Focuses on Community Future

Tom Harris Associate Editor The purpose of this article is to publicly inform all dues-paying residents of the Swansboro Country Property Owners Association (SCPOA) of matters of interest to our community. The Sentinel attended the February 24th Annual SCPOA meeting and monthly business meeting along with between 40 and 50 resident members. It was announced … Continue reading At 2024 Annual SCPOA Meeting Board Appoints New Unopposed Board Members and Focuses on Community Future →