It was the most money ever donated at the recent annual Street of Dreams fundraiser for Nevada County’s Habitat for Humanity. Executive Director Lorraine Larson says over 250 people came together at the Veterans Memorial Building in Grass Valley for … Read more >
Fire caused major damage to a mobile home near Colfax over the past weekend. Cal Fire was the lead agency regarding the blaze, which was reported at the Shady Glen Mobile Home Park. The Public Information Officer for the Nevada-Yuba-Placer … Read more >
Another slight change for Nevada County’s unemployment rate. It dropped just two-tenths-of-a-point in September, from August, to four-percent. That’s the 15th lowest-rate among the state’s 58 counties. But it was a-point higher than a year ago. Maryanne Connelley, with the … Read more >
Two more bills have been signed into law, by Governor Newsom, that were sponsored by Nevada County’s Assembly representative. Megan Dahle says one measure will increase the availability and affordability of suspected child abuse and neglect medical examinations… click to … Read more >
As part of the ongoing process to meet its five main annual objectives, Nevada County has now also hired, for this year, what’s called a “CivicSpark Fellow”. And it was Ian Thomas’ first day on Monday. CivicSpark Fellows are part … Read more >
Grass Valley Police have arrested a woman for causing quite a disturbance near where she lives, as well as at her home. Police Sergeant Clint Lovelady says it started with a report of 44-year-old Emily Prout punching windows of local … Read more >
A Grass Valley man is getting ready to take over the California Conservation Corps. Governor Newsom has appointed Jarred Patton to replace Bruce Saito, on November first, who is retiring. Patton has been the Regional Deputy Director for Corps centers … Read more >
Nevada County Media is already launching its Halloween-themed event this weekend. It’s their annual HorrorFest tonight and Saturday night. Executive Director Ramona Howard says their 10-thousand square foot Haunted House is sure to send shivers down your spine… click to … Read more >
About two months ago, the Friends of the Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission called on those born at the former Jones Hospital building, and former staff, to help fund a bronze plaque to replace the now-faded poster board version. And … Read more >
After approving final legal actions at its Wednesday night meeting, the Nevada City City Council has officially placed its fire tax measure on the March Primary ballot. City Manager Sean Grayson once again outlined uses for the half-percent sales tax … Read more >
