Drivers using Dog Bar Road during weekday hours have likely encountered some significant delays. And they can expect up to 20 minute waits to continue for most of the year, Monday through Friday, as work has picked up for the … Read more >

The newest historical landmark approved by Nevada County Supervisors is one of the earliest one-room schoolhouses still in existence here. That’s the Indian Springs School building, which has been vacant in the last few years. Historical Landmarks Commission member, Chuck … Read more >

Another discussion on changes to Nevada City’s short-term rental ordinance is happening this evening. And it’s likely going to be the last of what have been several workshops held by the city’s Economic and Community Development Committee. City Manager Sean … Read more >

Expect to see a significant increase in homes for sale in Nevada County this year. Teresa Dietrich, with the local Association of Realtors, says listings are predicted, by the National Association, to grow by around six-percent. She says most people … Read more >

What’s described as a vibrant public art initiative designed to celebrate creativity, and get more people involved, has been launched in Nevada City. It’s called “Painted Pianos”. Assistant City Manager Lon Peterson says they recently released a call for artists… … Read more >

As spring break travel winds down, gas prices are following suit. Doug Johnson, with Triple-A of Northern California, says they’ve dropped about five to 10-cents at some Nevada County stations in the last week or so… click to listen to … Read more >

The weather should be very appropriate on Saturday for the annual Springfest at Bridgeport. State Parks Chief Ranger Dan Youngren says it’s a great way to celebrate the history of the South Yuba River… click to listen to Dan Youngren … Read more >

Poetry was one of the fastest-growing art mediums in the country during the COVID shutdowns. And that momentum continues with the ninth annual Sierra Poetry Festival, at the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley on Saturday. And you will … Read more >

After about two years, efforts to merge fire districts in Nevada County will end up with two separate consolidations. The Consolidated District recently tabled merging with the Penn Valley district, over cost uncertainties from staffing changes at the station there. … Read more >

At their Tuesday meeting, Nevada County Supervisors also accepted the recommendations of the 257-page Courthouse Highest and Best Use Study. The Nelson architectural firm recommends splitting the site into two parcels. The courthouse could be repurposed for institutional use, such … Read more >