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Bonomolo Replacing Branstrom On GV Council

The Grass Valley City Council will soon have a new member. Joe Bonomolo has finished among the top three candidates, in the election, for three open seats, with incumbent Bob Branstrom finishing in fourth. Branstrom is wrapping up one four-year … Read more >

Three Bridge Replacement Projects Approved

Three major bridge replacement projects in Nevada County are finally moving closer to reality, after a several-years process. County Supervisors have approved four construction contracts. That includes an 11-million dollar contract for what’s termed the Dog Bar Road over Bear … Read more >

NID Board Will Have Another New Member

Since there are no longer enough uncounted ballots to change the outcome, the Nevada Irrigation District Board of Directors will have another new member at the beginning of the new year. Brad Fowler will be replacing Karen Hull in Division … Read more >

Good Turnout Expected For 19th Annual Turkey Trot

With dry weather forecast once again, another large turnout is expected for Thursday morning’s 19th Annual Michael Bratton The-Second Turkey Trot, that begins at Hooper Stadium. Mike Bratton says this could be one of the best participation rates ever, with … Read more >

Two Injuries In Crash Near Nevada City

Two Nevada City residents were injured, late Monday morning, in a two-vehicle collision. CHP Officer Justin Reed says it occurred on Highway 49 near Maidu Avenue… click to listen to Officer Reed Reed says the driver of the vehicle that … Read more >

No Lead Concerns In NID Drinking Water

Thanks to all the lead drinking water exposure to 99-thousand residents in Flint, Michigan, about a decade ago, all water districts around the country have been mandated by the federal government to inspect every service line. That includes the Nevada … Read more >

Preview Of Wild and Scenic Film Fest Entries

The first preview of selections for this year’s Wild and Scenic Film Festival is out, as the South Yuba River Citizens League also releases Early Bird Passes. Festival Director Eric Dunn says notable films include “Flight of the Swans”. A … Read more >

Washington Fire Getting Ready To Educate OHV Riders

Off-Highway Vehicle riders continue to grow in number and are seen year-round. And that includes near the Little Town of Washington, where Fire Department Chief Mike Stewart says it’s become quite the mecca for them. So they’re getting ready to … Read more >

Water Supply Security Topic At Community Forum

What was touted as an in-depth discussion on Nevada and Placer County’s water supply, as well as NID’s future infrastructure plans for securing our water, was among the main topics of this month’s Community Forum at Sierra College on Friday. … Read more >

Footbridge In Works For Buttermilk Bend Trail

Results of a seismic safety survey regarding the Buttermilk Bend Trail slide area are now out. And it means there won’t be a quick repair. The Chief Ranger of the State Parks Sierra District, Dan Youngren, talked about it during … Read more >