Another step forward has been taken by Nevada County Supervisors to help support local businesses. They’ve approved four economic development incentives. They’re all aligned with the county’s action plan that was approved last year. Sierra Business Council Vice-President, Kristen York, … Read more >
In about a half hour’s time, the Nevada City City Council approved a number of related resolutions and ordinances regarding wildfire safety at their recent meeting. That included a state-required ordinance designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones, which the Grass Valley … Read more >
Drivers using Dog Bar Road during weekday hours have likely encountered some significant delays. And they can expect up to 20 minute waits to continue for most of the year, Monday through Friday, as work has picked up for the … Read more >
The newest historical landmark approved by Nevada County Supervisors is one of the earliest one-room schoolhouses still in existence here. That’s the Indian Springs School building, which has been vacant in the last few years. Historical Landmarks Commission member, Chuck … Read more >
Another discussion on changes to Nevada City’s short-term rental ordinance is happening this evening. And it’s likely going to be the last of what have been several workshops held by the city’s Economic and Community Development Committee. City Manager Sean … Read more >
Expect to see a significant increase in homes for sale in Nevada County this year. Teresa Dietrich, with the local Association of Realtors, says listings are predicted, by the National Association, to grow by around six-percent. She says most people … Read more >
What’s described as a vibrant public art initiative designed to celebrate creativity, and get more people involved, has been launched in Nevada City. It’s called “Painted Pianos”. Assistant City Manager Lon Peterson says they recently released a call for artists… … Read more >
As spring break travel winds down, gas prices are following suit. Doug Johnson, with Triple-A of Northern California, says they’ve dropped about five to 10-cents at some Nevada County stations in the last week or so… click to listen to … Read more >
The weather should be very appropriate on Saturday for the annual Springfest at Bridgeport. State Parks Chief Ranger Dan Youngren says it’s a great way to celebrate the history of the South Yuba River… click to listen to Dan Youngren … Read more >
Poetry was one of the fastest-growing art mediums in the country during the COVID shutdowns. And that momentum continues with the ninth annual Sierra Poetry Festival, at the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley on Saturday. And you will … Read more >
