With mostly dry and warmer days ahead, Cal Trans is gearing up for another busy construction season, including in Western Nevada County. And Highway 20 will be a major focus, between Grass Valley and Smartsville. There were five seasons of … Read more >
This looks like a good week to go on a hike. But PG and E is asking you to stay clear of recreation areas close to their work area and flyover zone for the South Yuba Pipe repair project. The … Read more >
A new guide to local art and culture is being released today (Mon.). Called MUSE, Nevada County Arts Council Executive Director, Eliza Tudor, says it celebrates the artists, arts producers, and cultural heritage of the area, as well as our … Read more >
Nevada County has a new judge. Courtney Abril has been appointed by Governor Newsom to the Superior Court, filling the vacancy created by the retirement of Linda Sloven. Abril has been a Sole Practitioner since 2019. She served in several … Read more >
Two law enforcement officers from Placer County had major injuries from two separate incidents late Thursday night and early Friday morning. In the first incident, deputies observed a van parked in a McDonald’s parking lot in Colfax that was suspected … Read more >
Crime victims often need a variety of help beyond simply reporting to law enforcement. But the process can often be daunting. That’s why the Nevada County District Attorney’s Office has received the green light, from County Supervisors, to apply for … Read more >
The recent proposal from the U.S. Justice Department to reclassify cannabis as less dangerous and addictive is getting positive local reaction. Diana Gamzon is the Executive Director of the Nevada County Cannabis Alliance. She says the change would mean more … Read more >
Residents bracing themselves for another wildfire season have another event they’re urged to attend. On Saturday, it’s the 19th Annual Health/Safety and Fire Preparedness Carnival, outside the Rood Center. Nevada County Office of Emergency Services Program Manager, Paul Cummings, will … Read more >
What’s called “proactive policing” was a factor in the arrest of a local man on a number of drug-related and weapon charges by the Nevada County Sheriff’s Department. Department Public Information Officer, Ashley Quadros says an extra patrol was being … Read more >
Just in time for Mental Health Awareness Month, Nevada County has announced a new campaign that’s also designed to help reduce suicides. The director of the county’s Behavioral Health Department, Phebe Bell, says the central feature is a new website … Read more >
