Yesterday (Mon.) the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office, and the county as a whole, celebrated 175 years of existence. The county was originally part of Yuba County, which was incorporated in 1850. A year later, it was divided to create the … Read more >
Nevada County’s Congressman Kevin Kiley, who will no longer be representing the county after the end of the year, due to redistricting changes, has now sent a letter to House Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries urging him to support a … Read more >
Repair and improvement options for Combie Dam were another workshop topic for the NID Board of Directors at their recent meeting. Built in 1928, there’s been a lot of work over the years to mitigate the scour damage at the … Read more >
After a lengthy discussion at their recent meeting, the current NID Board of Directors will not be reviving the idea, from a previous Board, of acquiring PG and E’s transmission system. The idea of getting into the electricity business originated … Read more >
As plans continue to move forward toward a safety upgrade for pedestrians and bicyclists on a busy downtown traffic corridor in Nevada City, more funding is also being sought, in hopes of providing most or all of the cost. The … Read more >
Friday, May 15th, just ten days before Memorial Day, when deceased military members are honored, National Peace Officers Memorial Day is also observed. That’s to remember deputies and police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. And … Read more >
A number of middle and high school students will be recognized at the annual Youth Service Awards Saturday morning at the Love Building at Condon Park in Grass Valley. Nevada County’s Youth Health Education Coordinator, Shannon Glaz, says the event … Read more >
Nevada County’s first so-called Repair Café is being offered on Sunday at the Madelyn Helling Library in Nevada City. A group of expert Fixer Volunteers will be available, offering their services for free. Local environmentalist Micayla Sortland says the event … Read more >
A Grass Valley young person was hospitalized after being hit by a pickup while riding a bicycle Wednesday evening. Police Sergeant Evan Butler says it was reported by neighborhood residents in the 600 block of Whiting Street… click to listen … Read more >
If you’re still struggling with your choice of candidates and ballot measures for the June 2nd Primary, the president of the League of Women Voters of Nevada County, Lynn Forbes, says they can help you make an informed decision… click … Read more >
