There was also another lengthy hearing regarding a proposed cell tower in Nevada County at last week’s Board of Supervisors meeting. It was to consider an appeal of the County Planning Commission’s approval of a 150-foot tall faux pine tree … Read more >
Changes to Nevada City’s cannabis ordinance are moving forward. The City Council approved the first reading at its recent meeting. Nevada County Cannabis Alliance co-founder, Monica Senter, praised the decision to remove the restriction of allowing only four temporary cannabis … Read more >
With the rest of schools back in session this week in Western Nevada County, drivers are being reminded about slowing down and staying even more alert. Grass Valley Police Lieutenant Clint Lovelady says be ready for more traffic during student … Read more >
Another setback for the Fire Safe Council of Nevada County. They’ve announced that two major projects will not be moving forward and are also closing their office for the time being. That’s the 16-hundred-acre Deer Creek Canyon Shaded Fuel Break … Read more >
The list of local candidates who will appear on November third General Election ballots in Nevada County have been finalized. Assistant Clerk-Recorder Corey O’Hayre says the races include for Grass Valley City Council and the NID Board of Directors among … Read more >
There are also indications in Nevada City that the days may also be numbered for its Flock camera system. It was installed in 2023 to also held reduce crime. But, unlike Grass Valley and Nevada County, it does not feature … Read more >
Plans for a new bike park in Grass Valley are still moving forward. But there were also some safety concerns expressed by a few residents at Tuesday evening’s City Council meeting. The Council authorized a contract award for the park, … Read more >
Some disappointing news for opera lovers in Western Nevada County. After a number of years of broadcasting the Metropolitan Opera live in high definition at Sutton Cinemas, the performances will not be returning for the new season, which starts in … Read more >
At Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, the county’s recently-formed Recreation Coalition received a Congressional Certificate of Recognition from Kevin Kiley’s office. It follows the success of the group’s second annual Recreation Fair that the county hosted at the Fairgrounds in … Read more >
It’s been another busy summer for illegal cannabis operations in Nevada County. Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer, Ashley Quadros, says numbers appear to be higher than usual. In June and July, search warrants were served on 21 properties. That included … Read more >
