A sudden intensity to the wildfire season is now creating a minor delay to a much-needed water supply repair project for the Nevada Irrigation District. PG and E says it’s is now unable to access a helicopter to lift and … Read more >

After a half-point drop in May, Nevada County’s jobless rate went up by the same amount in June. It’s at four-point-two percent, which is also around half-a-point more than a year ago. Retail Trade employment had the highest numerical monthly … Read more >

The Emergency Room at Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital has had one of the highest patient volumes ever this year. Director of Nursing Julie Ostrom says visits per-day have averaged in the low one-hundreds all year, compared to 83 a year … Read more >

One of Nevada County’s numerous volunteers with a non-profit organization has been singled out for statewide recognition. The Association of California Symphony Orchestras has made Linda Randall a recipient of their Most Valuable Player Volunteer Award, as a member of … Read more >

Three weeks away before classes resume, the superintendent of the Nevada Joint Union High School District describes enrollment as remaining stable, after several years of declines. But, appearing on a recent “KNCO: Insight”, Dan Frisella, said there’s been a notable … Read more >

For Nevada County residents who vacation or just have daytime excursions to Lake Tahoe, there’s some promising news coming from local congressman Kevin Kiley. He says the Senate has passed the Restoration Reauthorization Act. It provides another 415 million dollars … Read more >

While the Independence Trail remains mostly closed, the Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is delighted to announce that the Board of Supervisors has designated a portion of the Excelsior Ditch, which includes the trail, as the newest landmark. Commission member … Read more >

The new school year is now less than a month away.But it’s not too early for certain students to get vaccinations that are required before entering the classroom. Nevada County Public Health Officer, Doctor Sherilynn Cooke, says it’s not unusual … Read more >

After a number of high-profile stories regarding officer-involved shootings and other violence against suspects, the Legislature earmarked 50-million dollars in the 2022 budget for so-called “wellness” programs. That one-time allocation must be spent by the end of the year. And … Read more >

This is also the annual Probation Services Week. Officials say it’s a time to recognize and celebrate the people who work tirelessly to make neighborhoods safe and more vibrant places to live and rear families. At the Board of Supervisors … Read more >