Conforti Plumbing Inc. has been prioritizing customer satisfaction since 1978, providing timely, professional services at fair rates. From plumbing a new home or installing a new water heater to just unstopping a faucet, the family-owned business offers complete plumbing services done right …
Windy and wicked weather comes with the season. Don’t be surprised by a leak or loose shingles littering the yard, check out your roof … or, better yet, stay off the ladder and call the experts at Nail It Roofing.
Mother Lode Rehabilitation Enterprises Inc. started serving intellectually and developmentally disabled adults in a fruit shed on Mosquito Road in a time when this population was generally “excluded from the rest of the community,” according to 40-year employee and current Executive Director…
Paul and Maggie Bush operate Madroña Vineyards, which celebrates its 50th year of providing fantastic El Dorado County wine. Courtesy photo
El Dorado Savings Bank is celebrating 65 years in business. Courtesy photo
Every year, we all have to do it. Tax time rolls around and we either do them on our own or we find someone to prepare them for us. Someone like Adrian Rounds, CEO, of Accurate Tax Service.
El Dorado Savings Bank is celebrating 65 years of service this year. The financial institution currently operates 31 full-service branches in California and four in Nevada.
The 50-year success of Madroña Vineyards traces back to the adage that it takes a village to get things done. According to family matriarch Leslie Bush a village of family, friends and community joined her and her late husband Dick to plant wine grapes on the Dart Ranch in Camino in 1973.
Camino Power Tool has been serving El Dorado County residents for 45 years. Mountain Democrat photo by Odin Rasco
Family owned and operated, Naturwood Home Furnishings started as a tiny furniture store opened by founder John A. Keyes on Stockton Boulevard in Sacramento 75 years ago.
Sierra Nevada Tire and Wheel celebrates 25 years in business. Mountain Democrat photo by Odin Rasco
If you need tires then look no further that Sierra Nevada Tire & Wheel.
Nail Perfection offers just that — beautiful nails on hands and feet courtesy of owner Susan Jones and Angela Storey. Clients get the full service when they come in for manicures, pedicures, gel sets, scrubs and much more.
“I started with one dump truck in 1983,” Blain Stumpf recalled. “It was just me out delivering rock.”
A staple of the Pollock Pines community celebrates its 80th birthday this year.
Forty years of success and a successor in line, Doug Veerkamp General Engineering is set to continue for a long time.
What do you get when you combine an established business with a long time employee who worked his way up to eventually purchase the establishment?
Every fall thousands of people venture to El Dorado County to partake in the scenery, visit orchards, enjoy great fruit pies and other delectable goodies and peruse various arts and crafts.
Gularte's Pizza and Deli has been a go-to favorite for county residents for decades, first opening its doors on Placerville Drive in 1983. The family-operated restaurant is now located on Pleasant Valley Road in Diamond Springs, but the change in location certainly didn't result in a change …
45 years 4480 Missouri Flat Road, Placerville (530) 622-5386 thepoolplaceplacerville.com Do you ever wish to give your backyard the pazazz that it so dearly needs? Or perhaps do you want your pool to shine like the ocean in the evening sun? Well then look no further than The Pool Place, a business based out of […]
30 years 4911 Windplay Drive, Suite 1A, El Dorado Hills (530) 642-9003 carterscarpet.com Clean carpets can make a big difference in how a house smells and feels, and is something that Dean Carter understands and has spent most of his life perfecting. Carter’s journey in the carpet industry began when he was just 19 years […]
70 years 3131 Carson Road, Placerville (530) 644-4731 mcgeechristmastreefarm.net In 1952 Omer McGee began tree farming on a natural stand in Grizzly Flat, the same year his son Mike was born. He observed what grew in the area naturally and watched which varieties were the most resistant to disease and pests, and passed along his […]
45 years 4560 Cabernet Way, Placerville (530) 622-7221 sierravistawinery.com A drive to be successful has always been a part of Jim Czachorowski’s DNA. When he purchased Sierra Vista Vineyards and Winery in July 2019 he knew he wanted to continue the legacy that John and Barbara McCeady had started in 1972 and build upon the […]
35 years 425 Main St., Placerville (530) 626-1091 powellssteamer.com One of the most challenging businesses to sustain through the years is a family restaurant. The owners of the original Powell Bros. Steamer Co., past and present, are outstanding examples of what it takes. The founders, Placerville residents Bob and Judy Powell, opened Powell Bros. Steamer […]
45 years 3046 Chapel St. Placerville (530) 622-6417 placervilleglass.com Whether you need a simple glass repair, or want a shower to rival those of kings, Rob Powell’s your guy and Placerville Glass is your place. Placerville Glass started serving the community in 1977 and hasn’t stopped providing great products and quality service since. When asked […]
75 years 698 Placerville Drive, Placerville (530) 622-4273 a1-appliance.com In the rapidly evolving technological world of home appliances and competition with major stores trying to out-sell each other, Edward’s A-1 Appliance has remained solid in the community with its reputation for providing services that larger businesses won’t do, offering prices that attract customers for name […]
30 years 415 Placerville Drive, Suite 1, Placerville (530) 626-3510 thelooksalonplacerville.com There has to be something special about a town when residents decide to stay put, open a business, raise a family and then those kids grow up to continue on in the family business, have their own kids, keeping tradition and family alive. Calling […]
165 years 300 Main st. Placerville (530) 622-4271 caryhousehotel.com For 165 years the Cary House Hotel has been a jewel in Placerville. William Cary, the original owner, built the establishment with an elaborate interior during the Gold Rush period which has attracted famous guests from presidents to movie stars. Today owners Vijay Patel and his […]
50 years 380 Monument Road in Coloma (530) 626-5282 oldecolomatheatre.com Off the beaten track sits another El Dorado County golden gem. Tucked away near the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park is the Olde Coloma Theatre, located at 380 Monument Road in Coloma. Celebrating its 50th anniversary year, the Olde Coloma Theatre has a fascinating […]
90 years 359 Main St., Placerville (530) 622-3186 robinsonspharmacy.com All three owners of Robinson’s pharmacy since the store opened in 1932 have served on the Placerville City Council. “That is part of our success over the years,” said Dennis Thomas, current owner. “We have invested much of our time and heart to the community and […]
30 years 347 Main St., Placerville (530) 622-9882 casaeldorado.org “Our advocates are rock stars,” declared CASA El Dorado Executive Director Amy Pooley. “They are the inspiring heart behind what we do.” The Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a community volunteer whose typical case lasts between 18-24 months and the work can be emotionally draining. […]
40 years 1091 White Rock Road, Suite 200, El Dorado Hills (916) 933-3333 bercoredwood.com When times grow difficult, the ability to adapt is invaluable for a business. Weathering multiple recessions and other upsets in its 40 years of operation, Berco Redwood has continued to succeed by staying creative and committed to its customers. In the […]
30 years 379 Main St. Placerville (530) 642-2944 goldcountryartistsgallery.net On July 30, 2022, members of the coop art gallery at 379 Main St. in Placerville marked 30 years since opening in 1992. They say it is the longest-running community art gallery in the area. This is a mecca for artists, said President Lori Anderson, an […]
125 years 2940 Bedford Ave., Placerville (530) 626-7626 placerville-shakespeare.com In 1897, when 20 intrepid ladies formed a club to study the works of William Shakespeare, little did they know their legacy would still be thriving 125 years later. “It has survived two world wars, two pandemics and the great depression,” said club president Ellen Osborn, […]
65 years 2885 Ray Lawyer Dr, Placerville (530) 626-1927 napaonline.com/en/ca/placerville/store/27883 For many El Dorado County residents looking to fix up or fine-tune their cars, Riebes Auto Parts has been the go-to destination for decades. What has kept Riebes a vital part of the community for so many years? According to the manager of the Placerville […]
50 years 1709 Carson Road, Placerville (530) 622-8094 boegerwinery.com Timing and luck played a part in the future of Greg and Sue Boeger and the founding of Boeger Winery. “In 1972 El Dorado County was looking for a new ag crop with the pear crop in decline,” Greg said. “The timing was also right. California […]
70 years 660 Main St., Placerville (530) 344-1244 inallianceinc.com For InAlliance Program Director Ben Praker, it’s not just a job, it’s a calling. “I was blessed with not having a disability so I’ve always felt like it’s my place to help give back and have faith in these folks,” he said. “That they can get […]
As the original Gold Rush landing spot, El Dorado County is filled with historical businesses and Placerville Hardware is nearly the oldest of them all. Whether you are looking for supplies for your next home improvement project, new kitchen gadgets, gardening supplies or a Gold Rush souvenir for a friend, the “oldest hardware store west of […]
There probably is no more peaceful place in El Dorado County than Westwood Hills Memorial Park. Located in Placerville, it is the picture of a beautifully maintained cemetery. Recently purchased by Ed Bixby, who owns four other cemeteries in other parts of the country, the cemetery has been in business for 70 years. Bixby said […]
True Value Hardware opened in 1979 in Placerville, originally owned by Dave and Candy Gutierrez. The hardware store offers customers top-notch power equipment, core hardware, propane, tool rentals and more. Dave and Candy’s son Jeff, general manager since 2013, bought the business from his parents in 2017. Jeff’s twin brother Scott owns a True Value Hardware […]
Every small town in America surrounded by ranches and farmland needs a central gathering place — and often that’s the local feed store. For Placerville, that central feed store is Clifton & Warren — and it has been that way for 90 years now. The Western motif on the outside of the store is matched […]
Celebrating 50 years in business for one Placerville establishment has been no small matter. Over the years the business has been built upon treating customers with respect and providing quality work. Placerville Body Shop in Placerville has served the community since 1969. Current owner Mike Beals said he takes pride in the service he and […]
Going to the dentist can be a stressful experience and can take a real bite out of your day, but nervousness is nothing to chew on at Dr. Jeff Little’s office. Migrating from the Bay Area to Placerville 20 years ago, Little started working at other clinics before opening his own practice in 2004. “Most […]
Steve Cockerell has worked as a real estate salesman, broker, developer, a general contractor, a mortgage lender and even taught real estate classes, finally settling as a mortgage lender in 1983. Cockerell has done pretty much every job one could in real estate and recently celebrated 50 years in the business. Cockerell started off as […]
In 1919 the Atwood family started Atwood Insurance and catered to the early residents and businesses of Placerville. Maurice Erickson bought the company in 1963. In the mid-1980s he retired and sold his business to his son Don Erickson (now company president), who now runs the agency with his son Matt Erickson (company vice president) […]
You’re gonna fly high, You’re never gonna die — Pink Floyd Forget the hearse ’cause I never die — AC/DC Go down, Bill Doolin, don’t you wonder why Sooner or later we all have to die? Sooner or later, that’s a stone-cold fact Four men ride out and only three ride back — The Eagles No […]
When it takes 22 pages to print out a restaurant menu on the internet, you know it’s going to be good — Durango’s in Placerville has been perfecting its offerings for 40 years now — so a truly tremendous dining experience is all but guaranteed. The mouth-watering Mexican classics prepared with nothing but the freshest […]
Georgia Grover, her husband and staff bring quality butchering services and meats to El Dorado County. Photo by Eric Jaramishian
When Georgia Grover and her husband Gary took over the family meat-cutting business in 1999 and shortly after moved to a new location, she had little idea how Archer’s Custom Meat Cutting, started by her dad Max Archer, would evolve. The Grovers relocated to Placerville, along with the custom meat shop. They added the meat […]
Amelia Warzecha Ponderosa High School Amelia Warzecha is attending the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., for the academic and military opportunities offered. The Ponderosa High School alumna plans to pursue a degree in a STEM field which has been of particular interest to her since childhood. Campus life means following a strict military […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Amelia Warzecha
Reina Schmoock Ponderosa High School Reina Schmoock said she chose to attend the University of California, Los Angeles, for the diversity it offers to its student body. “I was captivated by the variety in which every student can live their life with the support and encouragement that they need,” explained the class of 2022 Ponderosa […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Reina Schmoock
Melissa Marion Oak Ridge High School Melissa Marion has a passion for teaching and will pursue her career goal of becoming a high school English teacher. She currently tutors at her alma mater Oak Ridge High School. “When I work with students what matters most to me is not just the material they learn but […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Melissa Marion
Emely Mancilla-Phoenix Ponderosa High School Emely Mancilla-Phoenix is attending Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Ariz. She is studying psychology with an emphasis on forensics. The Ponderosa High School grad chose this field after a personal connection with a child life specialist and discovered that the role of victim advocate might be the right path for […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Emely Mancilla-Phoenix
Lindsay Scales Union Mine High School Lindsay Scales, a graduate of Union Mine High School, is attending Oregon State University. Her major in psychology with a minor in communications was inspired by her time as a camp counselor, seeing firsthand the positive impact she can have. She hopes to enter the mental health field after […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Lindsay Scales
David Bogle Union Mine High School Union Mine High School grad David Bogle is attending the University of California, Santa Barbara. He chose U.C. Santa Barbara for its reputation as an academically rigorous institution where students enjoy cooler weather and a central location from mountains to beaches. Bogle said he is currently undeclared while he […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: David Bogle
Julian Johnson El Dorado High School An El Dorado High School graduate, Julian Johnson is now attending college at the University of California, Davis, pursuing a degree in environmental science and management. Johnson’s upbringing helped him decide on his major. “My family and I have often lived in more rural settings, spending much of my […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Julian Johnson
Cassidy Warren Golden Sierra High School Cassidy Warren is studying nursing and ultrasound technician fundamentals at Lake Tahoe Community College after her graduation from Golden Sierra High School. Warren was drawn to her focus of study to help people. She said the teachers and beautiful location helped make her choice of school. When Warren isn’t […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Cassidy Warren
Nathan Brown El Dorado High School El Dorado High School alumn Nathan Brown is attending California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, where he is studying computer science with the hopes of getting into video game design. Brown has been fascinated with technology since he was young, especially video games, and studied computer science all four years […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Nathan Brown
Lizeth Melo-Hernandez El Dorado High School El Dorado El Dorado High School graduate Lizeth Melo-Hernandez is studying business administration at the University of California, Berkeley, as she prepares to pursue a degree in law. Berkeley affords Hernandez the opportunity to meet students from across the globe, an element of campus life she said she truly […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Lizeth Melo-Hernandez
Avery Norton Union Mine High School Avery Norton chose the University of California at Santa Cruz because she loves the location and knew the environment would be a good fit. Norton is majoring in psychology with a pre-med track because her dream job is to be a psychiatrist. Passionate about mental health, she wants to […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Avery Norton
Alysia Huang Oak Ridge High School Alysia Huang’s passion for understanding and caring for animals motivated her to focus her collegiate studies in animal science. An Oak Ridge High School grad, Huang chose to attend California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, because of the “learning by doing” motto the university encourages in its courses, […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Alysia Huang
William Dockter Union Mine High School William Dockter decided on Southern Oregon University after forging memories on multiple field trips to Ashland’s Shakespeare Festival since middle school. Dockter is a technical theatre major with an emphasis on lighting design in which he plans to pursue a career. “I hope that I can make that a […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: William Dockter
Chloe Gautschi El Dorado High School El Dorado High School running star Chloe Gautschi is now enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno. With the anticipated challenges regarding West Coast states’ watersheds in coming years, Gautschi is studying hydrogeology. “I just think this is a best choice for major since water is an issue that […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Chloe Gautschi
Madeline Meuser El Dorado High School Finished with her studies at El Dorado High School, Madeline Meuser is now working toward a degree in biology at Saint Mary’s College in Moraga. Meuser is very interested in science and felt that biology would be a great major to pursue as a first step into the science […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Madeline Meuser
Maritza Acevedo El Dorado High School Maritza Acevedo is attending the University of California, Los Angeles, where she is majoring in psychology. Having gone to El Dorado High School, Acevedo chose UCLA partially so she could experience what it is like to live in a big city. So far, the move has been a lot […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Maritza Acevedo
Madison Moore Oak Ridge High School With her days at Oak Ridge High School in the rear-view mirror, Madison Moore is attending the University of Arizona as a pre-business student with plans to go into a career in finance. “I chose this because I have always loved math and the business side of math, so […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers scholarship winner: Madison Moore
Eva Min Oak Ridge High School Oak Ridge High School alumna Eva Min is pursuing a career in medicine through her studies as a neruroscience major on a pre-med track. As a student at DePaul University in Chicago, Ill, she said chose neuroscience because every aspect of human existence can be traced to the biochemical […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Eva Min
Elise Wu Oak Ridge High School Elise Wu is a University of California, Los Angeles, student studying neuroscience. The Oak Ridge High School graduate chose this college to fulfill her goal of becoming a physician. “UCLA is a really nice community,” Wu said. “After I’ve been here for quite a few months, I can feel […] Read more2022 EDCAR Top Achievers Scholarship winner: Elise Wu
Sometimes all it takes is a Realtor knocking at your door wanting to sell your house to convince you to change careers. After graduating from California State University, Sacramento, Trish Meder-Heinzer worked as a chemist for the Sacramento Blood Bank until 1992. One day a Realtor fatefully knocked on her front door and she was […] Read morePresence keeps clients calling for Meder-Heinzer
Karen Larson didn’t move to El Dorado County in 1976 with a plan to become a fixture in its real estate market for decades. When she arrived she was far more interested in finding a place to play tennis, which she had been playing for some time in her hometown of Danville. She made friends […] Read moreMaking connections makes for Larson’s success
It is an honor to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the 2022 El Dorado County Association of Realtors Top Achievers for all you have accomplished and navigated through this past year. Awarded to the top 10% of agents in El Dorado County, these amazing Realtors have earned this distinguished designation through their hard work and […] Read moreTop Achievers pave way for brighter future
The El Dorado County Association of Realtors Honor Our Troops program’s mission is to support county residents serving in the military by sending care packages to wherever they’ve been deployed. The packages are filled with supplies and hope from home. Honor Our Troops also provides education scholarships for veterans, as well as home buyer gifts. […] Read moreHonor our Troops sends love from home
Each year the El Dorado County Association of Realtors raises funds through its CanTree Community Charities and charity golf tournament. In 2022 proceeds from the golf tournament went to the Caldor Fire Fund and nonprofits Hands4Hope and the Assistance League of the Sierra Foothills. Each charity received $8,600, according to EDCAR CEO Devin Woodard. The […] Read moreEDCAR charities give a community boost
Barbara Cook and Lucy Barnes, two of El Dorado County’s most beloved real estate professionals, died earlier this year. Cook wanted to honor her industry’s hardest-working while also serving the community, planting the seed for the El Dorado County Association of Realtors Top Achievers Club. She got the idea — then called the Million Dollar […] Read moreTwo of real estate’s finest
