A Grass Valley man has been arrested for making threats while pointing a gun at a woman. Nevada County Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer, Leslie Williams, says the woman had gotten into some sort of argument with the suspect, 46-year-old … Read more >
What’s described as a collaborative effort to address homelessness and fire risk in Grass Valley is underway. Police Sergeant Clint Lovelady says they’re helping to assist up to 24 unhoused residents in securing more stable shelter over the next month. … Read more >
A major step has now been taken toward consolidating two Nevada County fire districts. But the new District will start out with a major budget deficit next year.The County Consolidated District’s Board of Directors has officially given the green light … Read more >
Before recessing for the summer, earlier this week, the Board of Trustees for the Nevada Joint Union High School District approved the formation of a Board Ad Hoc Committee on Discipline, Harassment, and Bullying. Last month, the Board rejected, on … Read more >
With summer officially beginning today, the 25th Annual Nevada City Film Festival also starts its three-day run. Over 60 films will be featured at the Nevada and Onyx Theatres. And Executive Director Jesse Locks says that includes features with local … Read more >
The first official weekend of summer also marks the most significant elevated wildfire risk for Western Nevada County so far this season. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag warning from 9am Saturday until 11am Sunday. Cal Fire … Read more >
A 10-year-old home invasion robbery case in Nevada County has finally ended. That was after the last of three defendants, all from the Sacramento area, pleaded guilty to one reduced charge. District Attorney Jesse Wilson says 45-year-old Leah Hunsaker was … Read more >
A couple of openings are coming up at the Grass Valley Police Department over the next year, with two officers retiring. And Deputy Chief Steve Johnson says they’ve already begun the search for replacements. He says it’s a lengthy process … Read more >
Juneteenth became a federal holiday four years ago, on June 19th, which is today. But in Grass Valley, the annual Condon Park celebration is being held Saturday afternoon, allowing more people to attend. Color Me Human Board member, Curt Beckmann, … Read more >
After a fairly lengthy proceeding at their meeting last month, it took the Nevada City City Council less than ten minutes to approve the first reading of a tighter tobacco retail licensing ordinance at their most recent meeting last week. … Read more >
