A drowning is feared in Rollins Lake. Placer County Sheriff’s Department Communication Manager, Elise Soviar, says the incident began late Monday morning… click to listen to Elise Soviar The Nevada County Sheriff’s Department, which has also been helping out, says … Read more >

With the state’s food waste recycling mandate still scheduled for implementation in Nevada County in January, a fourth and final education forum is happening this (Tues.) morning. And since it’s being hosted by the Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce, … Read more >

Rich Johansen says he loved the fun and excitement of his first term as the Division Five member of the NID Board of Directors. So he says he’s seeking re-election for another four years in November… click to listen to … Read more >

The recently-announced state budget agreement also means a sigh of relief for Nevada County’s Social Services Department. The Program Manager of Eligibility and Employment, Tamaran Cook, says they were facing elimination of some major services in Governor Newsom’s original proposal. … Read more >

For the fourth time in a little over a month, a serious ATV crash has occurred in Nevada County. Details still remain sketchy from the Saturday afternoon quad runner accident. But CHP Officer Jason Bice says it happened near the … Read more >

The weather was warm and spirits were positive Sunday afternoon for the first ever Pride Walk in Nevada City. Organizer Freddie Fierstein came to Nevada City a little over a year ago from the Bay Area and was surprised when … Read more >

Although Nevada County’s jobless rate, in May, remained the same from a year ago, at three-and-a-half percent, there was a notable monthly decline. Luis Alejo, with the State Employment Development Department, says it dropped from four-point-two percent in April, although … Read more >

It’s already a very busy road work season. And it’ll be even busier, starting today (Mon), with Nevada County’s annual summer rehab project also getting underway. Assistant Public Works Engineer Elijah Larimer says the focus this year is on eight … Read more >

California’s summer wave of COVID is reportedly starting earlier, according to state health officials. But that’s not really the case in Nevada County, so far. Public Health Officer, Doctor Sherilynn Cooke, says there’s only been a slight uptick. But she … Read more >

Local excitement for landline advocates from the recent decision from the California Public Utilities Commission is now more muted. The Commission has officially rejected AT and T’s request to withdraw as the so-called carrier of last resort. But Nevada County … Read more >