Hoping to better reflect their expanding role in Nevada County’s creative and civic life, the County Arts Council has a new public name. Officials say the name, which is Nevada County Arts and Culture, follows the development of what’s called … Read more >

The latest June Primary election race updates for Nevada County, on Friday, show that there are only 757 ballots left to count. And the one notable change is that the bond measure for the Union Hill School District now has … Read more >

12 arrests of gang members or people associated with gangs were part of a drug and weapons bust that was announced by the Yuba County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s Captain Nate Lybarger says the lengthy and extensive investigation by his department … Read more >

Hoping to finally reduce summer parking congestion that’s also hindered emergency vehicle access, Nevada County is launching a new River Shuttle Pilot Program for the Highway 49 bridge crossing of the South Yuba River. It’s one of the region’s most … Read more >

As the wildfire danger continues to heighten, the seasonal permit suspension for outdoor residential burning has been imposed by Cal Fire’s Nevada-Yuba-Placer-Sierra Unit, starting today (Mon.). That bans burning of all landscape debris, including branches and leaves. But Public Information … Read more >

With the upcoming departure of Doctor Sherilynn Cooke, a new Public Health Officer has been hired for Nevada County, pending formal approval by the Board of Supervisors at their meeting on Tuesday. And he’s a familiar face. Doctor Brian Evans … Read more >

After a vacancy of 15 months, the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley has a new executive director. Michelle Amador replaces Amber Jo Manuel, who left in March of last year. A news release says Amador’s connection to the … Read more >

Some notable staffing changes were announced at Wednesday evening’s Nevada City City Council meeting. Marking her 100th day as City Manager, Carrie Wright said Courtney Christy is the new Assistant Manager, at least for a year… click to listen to … Read more >

Saturday marks the 58th annual Humbug Day at Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park. Park interpreter, Laurel Rodger, says it brings history to life, with volunteers in period costume interpreting the buildings and cultural heritage of the gold rush semi-ghost town … Read more >

New suggested locations for a Nevada City skatepark are expected to be part of a staff report to be presented at the next City Council meeting on the 24th.  Back in September of 2024, the Council accepted a letter of … Read more >