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Assessed Value Letters In NevCo Mailboxes

It’s that time of year for thousands of Nevada County residents to get an indication of what property taxes they’ll be paying. The annual Notification of Assessed Value should be in most mailboxes by now. The letter outlines the taxable … Read more >

Despite Higher Flows Reservoir Levels To Stay Low

Water flows have more than doubled from from the Spaulding One powerhouse repairs being completed and successfully tested. But NID officials say don’t expect a significant recovery at their reservoirs until the rainy season. Water Operations Manager Chip Close says … Read more >

Yuba County Jail Officer Arrested

A correctional officer with the Yuba County Sheriff’s Department has been arrested for allegedly smuggling contraband cell phones into the jail. Martin Palacios Lugo has been charged. Public Information Officer Katy Goodson says intelligence suggested the unauthorized phones were circulating … Read more >

Fire Destroys Home Near Lake Wildwood

Details are now out regarding a fire that destroyed a home near Lake Wildwood late Monday morning. It was reported on Fair Oaks Drive. Penn Valley Fire Chief Don Wagner says by the time crews arrived it was too late … Read more >

Elder Abuse Still Widespread and Under-Reported

Elder abuse remains widespread. And Nevada County’s progress was outlined at the recent Board of Supervisors meeting. Adult Services Program Manager Kelly Carpenter said abuse can be in a variety of forms, from physical and sexual to emotional, confinement, neglect, … Read more >

Plans For Preserving Open Space Moving Forward

Plans for preserving open space near Nevada City are moving forward. At last week’s meeting, the City Council approved a letter of support for the Greater Cement Hill Neighborhood Association to apply for grant money to keep the so-called “Melo … Read more >

Future of Former HEW Building Heating Up Again

Housing density concerns have been raised again about the future of the 12-acre site that includes the long-vacant former Health and Human Services building that was once owned by Nevada County. The county vacated the building, on Willow Valley Road, … Read more >

NevCo Ranks High In Child Support Collections

Nevada County Supervisors have approved a resolution supporting August As Child Support Awareness Month. Department Director Paul Johnson told the Board that its mission is to enrich the lives of children, by ensuring parents share financial responsibilities in an equitable … Read more >

Community Involvement Day At Fairgrounds

While local non-profits can use donations all year long, helping them out today (Mon.) can also help you save money if you have plans to go to the Nevada County Fair, starting next week. Deputy Fairgrounds Manager, Katie Bielen, says … Read more >

Vehicle Thefts Take Major Drop In NevCo

As part of National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, a major drop is being reported statewide, including in Western Nevada County, following increased CHP operations. At the Grass Valley Office, Officer Sean Armacher says they’ve handled only 17 reports so far … Read more >