Hot streak will continue for the week with widespread triple digit high temperatures in the Valley. Monsoon moisture heading north will set off showers and isolated thunderstorms through Thursday with the best chances over the Sierra north into the Shasta County mountains and the Coastal range late tonight and Wednesday. Discussion Upper level high pressure […]
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California Faces Heightened Risk of Megafloods
Although California is currently contending with historic drought, a new study indicates that climate change is sharply increasing the risk of a catastrophic megaflood that could submerge large swaths of the state and displace millions of residents. The study by scientists at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) finds that the likelihood of such […]
Deadline for BriarPatch Round Up Program is Aug. 31
Grass Valley, California – Calling all nonprofits and cooperative organizations! The application deadline for BriarPatch Food Co-op’s 2023 Round Up at the Register donation program is right around the corner… August 31, 2022. Eligible organizations must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or a cooperative organization with a mission to build a sustainable and […]
Nevada County Fair 2022 – it’s a wrap
A very successful Nevada County Fair came to a close on Sunday. Record attendance by locals and visitors alike throughout the five days reported by the Fair. To close out, more of our Fair photo galleries by Penny Collins. One last stroll through the grounds A few FFA and 4H animals and their caregivers and […]
Nevada County Education Leaders: A Commitment to Safety
In Nevada County, keeping students and schools safe is a top priority for every school administrator, law enforcement agency and local fire departments. As we return for another school year, families are asking about planning and preparedness for school emergencies, as well as prevention efforts. Local educational agencies, together with the Nevada County Superintendent of […]
Hot temperatures through the week, isolated mountain thunderstorms mid-week
Hot weather is forecast for much of this week with widespread triple digit high temperatures in the Valley. Smoke from area wildfires will continue to impact portions of interior Northern California. Monsoonal showers and isolated thunderstorms will be possible each day with best chances over the Sierra north into the Shasta County mountains Wednesday – […]
Nevada County Fair: Horses!
An excited email from your photographer at midnight talking about horse events at the Fair, means you’re in for a treat. Sure enough, Penny Collins captured both barrel racing and horse mindfulness in the arena at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. Horse mindfulness – where rider and horse feed off each other’s energy and the rider […]
Prolonged heat this week with mountain thunderstorms mid-week
Hot temperatures return this week with widespread triple digit high temperatures in the Valley. Smoke from area wildfires will continue to impact portions of interior Northern California. Monsoonal showers and isolated thunderstorms will be possible around mid-week with best chances over the Sierra south of I-80. Excessive Heat Watch in effect from Tuesday morning through […]
Gold Country Senior Services programs and plans to continue
Gold Country Senior Services Executive Director, Janeth Marroletti’s recent resignation marks a major change for the non-profit. “For approximately five years, Janeth’s leadership led us on a path of progress,” Board President Leslie Lovejoy confirmed. “During her tenure, Meals on Wheels and the Nutrition Programs were expanded to include emergency services that meet increased, […]
Friday night at the Fair – photo gallery
Record-setting numbers for this year’s Nevada County Fair, with a steady flow of visitors enjoying the grounds, the food and the fun. Enjoy these images taken on Friday by our photographer Penny Collins – more to come! Dart competition winner! Faces of the Fair
First filing deadline for the November election has passed, see who filed so far
The filing deadline for many local offices in Nevada County was today at 5:00 pm. If an incumbent didn’t file, the contests will close on Wednesday, August 17th. As of this evening, it looks like both incumbents for NID Districts 1 and 2, Ricki Heck and Chris Bierwagen will have no opponents. There’s still time […]
Mountain thunderstorms and prolonged heat next week
Warming trend with widespread moderate heat risk returning early next week. Late-day thunderstorm chances also return to the Sierra Nevada next week. Discussion Clear skies cover interior NorCal early this morning. Onshore surface pressure gradients have picked up a bit compared to early Thursday, but the profiler data indicates the marine layer continues to be […]
John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band to Perform at The Center for the Arts
The Center for the Arts is pleased to welcome John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band (J2B2) on September 8, 2022 to the Marisa Funk Theater. John Jorgenson – proficient in the mandolin, mandocello, Dobro, pedal steel, piano, upright bass, clarinet, bassoon, and saxophone – is perhaps best known for his guitar work with bands such as the […]
BriarPatch hosts mixer at Crooked Lane Brewing Co.
Auburn, California – On Monday, August 8, Auburn community members came out in force to learn more about the new BriarPatch Food Co-op grocery store coming to town during a lively Meet & Greet event held at Crooked Lane Brewing Company. Upwards of 150 people showed up to mix and mingle during the event coined, […]
The Recreation Collection now available at the Nevada County Library
The Nevada County Library is proud to announce a new project. The Recreation Collection is an innovative assortment of outdoor and indoor recreational items that can be checked out for free. This collection contains board games, metal detectors, hiking poles, outdoor sporting equipment (tennis sets, pickleball, etc.), trail cams, and so much more. The library […]
Volunteers Needed For The South Yuba River Citizens League 25th Annual Yuba River Cleanup
Nevada City, CA — The South Yuba River Citizens League’s Annual River Cleanup is turning 25 this year. Each September since 1997, as part of a larger cleanup effort called California Coastal Cleanup Day, SYRCL has organized an annual Yuba River Cleanup event uniting the community to remove the trash that sadly builds up throughout […]
Thunderstorms and Heat Return Next Week
Warming trend into next week with widespread moderate heat risk returning to the Valley early next week. Chances for afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms also return to the Sierra beginning around Tuesday with chances increasing mid-week. Discussion Weather conditions today will be fairly similar to yesterday with a slight uptick in temperatures by a […]
August 26 Fundraiser to Support Nevada County First Responders
Help raise money so first responders can help us all. The Second Annual “Salute to First Responders” will be held 5:30-10pm Friday, August 26 at Naggiar Vineyards in south Nevada County. There will be open seating on the party patio overlooking the beautiful lake at the Naggiar tasting room. A picnic buffet will be served, […]
UC Davis Launches Clinical Trials to Treat a Deadly Coronavirus Disease in Cats (Not the One that Causes COVID-19)
August 10, 2022 – Scientists from the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine have launched new clinical trials focused on improving treatments for feline infectious peritonitis, or FIP, and are currently enrolling patients at the UC Davis veterinary hospital. FIP is a serious disease caused by a feline coronavirus variant, though not the […]
Hearing date set in Auditor-Controller race challenge
A short procedural hearing this morning to set a date for a full hearing and a possible resolution in the challenge regarding the qualifications for office of Rob Tribble as Nevada County’s next Auditor-Controller. Tribble won the June election but his opponent, current Assistant Auditor-Controller Gina Will contends he does not meet the required qualifications […]