Even though it was in her district, Nevada County’s recently-elected Assembly representative says she was surprised to be invited to a Roundtable Discussion with Governor Newsom at Shasta College in Redding. It was part of the unveiling of the Master … Read more >

There was no action from the Grass Valley Planning Commission on proposed changes to the Town Core Zone. That’s because one member was already absent and then two more recused themselves, leaving only two members. At least three are needed … Read more >

One of the more touching Christmas season traditions in Nevada County is on Friday, which is also the last day of school before the vacation break. It’s the Donation Day Parade, through Downtown Grass Valley. This is the 140th parade … Read more >

As the weather gets more damp and cold, equipment theft from farmers and construction companies tend to actually increase. So the Nevada County Sheriff’s Department is the latest of over 30 counties to join the California Rural Crime Task Force. … Read more >

The Bear River Library has been closed, due to what was only initially described as “urgent facilities maintenance”. Nevada County Public Information Officer Taylor Wolfe says it’s some sort of “plumbing issue” that’s apparently caused leaks from the ceiling, making … Read more >

Just in time for holiday season recreationists, the snowpack is off to what’s described as a “fantastic start” by a Department of Water Resources climatologist. For the Northern Sierra, it’s 208-percent of normal. State Climatologist Mike Anderson says it’s showing … Read more >

Winter is not officially here until Saturday, but the precipitation season has already gotten off to a promising start. The National Weather Service reports that 18-and-a-quarter-inches of rain has fallen on the Grass Valley area, so far, since October first. … Read more >

The holidays are focused on brining people together to give thanks, celebrate the Christmas, and welcome in the New Year. However, fo some it can also be a challenging time of year as the opposite feelings may be triggered by … Read more >

In addition to losing longtime Supervisor Ed Scofield to retirement at the end of the year, two other key Nevada County leaders with decades of experience are also leaving and were honored at the Board’s recent meeting last week. Mike … Read more >

One of the final acts for Jan Arbuckle’s tenure as Grass Valley mayor, at last week’s City Council meeting, was her choice for the Mayor’s Award, which is handed out every two years. And she said choosing Mike Bratton was … Read more >