With the fate of a sales tax increase still about seven months away, the Grass Valley City Council is scheduling a special meeting about providing more immediate augmentation of its fire department. At their meeting Tuesday night, they tabled a … Read more >
As the upgrade of what had been informally been referred to, by some, as the Mill Street Promenade nears completion, many residents have asked the City of Grass Valley for an official name. Staff says the word “mall” was not … Read more >
Nevada County Supervisors also also heard a separate presentation from staff members on the goals of their newest objective, adopted earlier this year, which is Climate Resilience. One of five initiatives outlined by Project Administrator Ariel Lovett included enhancing carbon … Read more >
It started 29 years ago and this year it’s ending. The Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation has announced the farewell of the beloved Barbara Schmidt Millar Triathlon. But not without a final celebration. A mini-event, featuring an indoor swim, cycle, … Read more >
To increase transparency and accountability, regarding the work and resources dedicated to the Nevada County Board of Supervisors’ annual objectives, progress reports are presented. A mid-year report was made at Tuesday’s meeting. One of eight objectives is Economic Development. Assistant … Read more >
The Friends of the Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission need your help. In 2017, the Board of Supervisors designated the former W.C. Jones Hospital building, on Church Street in Grass Valley, as a landmark. A poster board plaque was erected … Read more >
The vested rights petition, regarding the Idaho Maryland Mine proposal, is expected to be officially filed on Friday, September first. That’s according to a letter from Rise Gold attorney Braiden Chadwick that was released by Nevada County officials. Chadwick was … Read more >
Monday was the first time in 20 years that there was measure rain in August for the Grass Valley region. And the National Weather Service says it’s only the eighth time since 1966 that there was significantly wet weather for … Read more >
A new study released earlier this summer by United Ways of California reveals the “real cost” of living in California. Unlike the official Federal Poverty Measure, officials say the Real Cost Measure factors the costs of housing, food, health and … Read more >
Nevada City may also be placing a half-percent sales tax increase on the March 2024 ballot to support wildfire protection, prevention, and education efforts. But there may be one notable difference. Gary Peterson is one of two Councilmembers on the … Read more >
