We’ve just recently received information from last weekend’s home fire in the Peardale-Chicago Park District. Captain Josh Ramey says it was reported Friday afternoon on Mule Canyon Road, off You Bet Road. He says it appears that the blaze began … Read more >
On Thursday evening, you can discover the Wild Edges of Wolf Creek at the Madelyn Helling Library. It’s described as a unique interactive exploration of the local watershed that will focus on the captivating landscapes and ecology. Library Technician, Molly … Read more >
Efforts to put on the 33rd annual Nevada County Toy Run are already in high gear. This year’s event, held each year at the Fairgrounds, takes place on Saturday, December 14th. Shannon Buehler, and her daughter Chelci, were among a … Read more >
With emergency shortages, due to the Spaulding Powerhouse repair project, water conservation has been even more vital for the Nevada Irrigation District this year. An update on savings efforts was presented to the NID Board of Directors, at their recent … Read more >
Six men have been arrested for illegal outdoor cannabis grows on two sites in Nevada County. Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer Leslie Williams says four were taken into custody on property on Riffle Box Court in Penn Valley. A search … Read more >
Our new Senior Center in Grass Valley has announced a new initiative designed to help older adults develop crucial technology skills. It’s in collaboration with Cyber-Seniors. That’s a nonprofit organization serving California that’s hosting an 18-month series of sessions tailored … Read more >
Burn permit suspensions are being lifted, starting today (Fri.) for Nevada, as well as Yuba, Placer, and Sutter counties. That’s normally about the time of year it happens. But until it rains more, a number of restrictions are still in … Read more >
Despite the cool and cloudy weather, all that free candy still attracted a normal turnout for the annual Downtown Safe Trick or Treat event in downtown Grass Valley on Thursday. The focus is on younger children. Our own Chris Gilbert … Read more >
Halloween also has PG and E raising awareness about so-called “vampire” appliances and devices. Spokesman Paul Moreno says the biggest electricity-guzzling ghouls include televisions, smart speaker and smart home devices, cell phones and tablet chargers, computers, modem and internet routers, … Read more >
Although winter isn’t officially here until December, the first significant stretch of winter-like weather will be found in the Sierra between now and Saturday. Cal Trans is shifting into that season with its vehicles and equipment and also trying to … Read more >
