The recent drownings in the Yuba River, as well as Scotts Flat Lake, over the Fourth of July weekend, have Nevada County doubling down on safety messaging. All three victims were young men in their 20’s. And Consolidated Fire Chief … Read more >

Another historical landmark has been designated by Nevada County Supervisors. And it spotlights a little-known part of the county’s goldmining history. Bernie Zimmerman, with the Historical Landmarks Commission, says Hispanics were actually the first people here to find a way … Read more >

Summer heat also raises fire concerns for Waste Management. Eric Mankins is the Environmental Protection Specialist at the company’s transfer station on McCourtney Road. He talked about the issue on “KNCO: Insight” recently. He said too many customers are unaware … Read more >

A major funding boost for Nevada County’s public bus system. Nevada County Connects Manager, Robin Van Valkenburgh, says, despite the huge state budget deficit, they managed to get six-million dollars over the next four years for a variety of projects. … Read more >

With six new members now on board, and with school just weeks away, the second annual term of the Nevada County Youth Commission begins this month, with its first meeting. Meanwhile, the first commission summarized its accomplishments to the Board … Read more >

It likely comes as no surprise that July will likely end up as the hottest July on record in Grass Valley. It’s traditionally the most sizzling month of the year. National Weather Service Meteorologist Dakari Anderson says the average daily … Read more >

The new law banning gender notification in California schools won’t really change current practices in the Nevada Joint Union High School District. It strikes down notification policies already in place at a number of school districts. But, appearing on “KNCO: … Read more >

The candidate filing period is underway for those seeking election, or re-election, in Nevada County, in November. And Assistant Clerk-Recorder Corey O’Hayre says it could be a very crowded ballot, depending on the level of interest… click to listen to … Read more >

Summer Nights in Nevada City begins its annual seasonal three-week run on Wednesdays, starting tonight. This is the 31st year of the street festival of art and music. Chamber of Commerce Events Manager Lynn Skrukrud says there are over 80 … Read more >

The investigation of a fire that destroyed an aging and declining modular home in Rough and Ready Monday morning continues. Penn Valley Fire Chief Don Wagner says the elderly owner is now living in Stockton. And it’s suspected that there … Read more >