Regional

September 27, 2017 – Remaining warmer than normal through Thursday with lighter winds. A little cooler Friday into the weekend. Short term discussion (Today through Saturday) Upper level high pressure ridge will remain in place into Thursday. Friday and Saturday will see a trough of low pressure pass through the Pacific northwest, brushing NorCal. This […]

September 27, 2017 – Watch the September 27, 2017 NID Board meeting live now.

September 26, 2017 – The 60s will come alive at the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Nevada County Branch’s All About Unique Women – The 60s Revolution with era music, fashion, vehicles, nostalgia and more. Held at the historic North Star House on Sunday, October 8th, the sixth annual All About Unique Women educational […]

September 26, 2017 – My name is John Volz. I moved to Nevada County in 1982 for the same reasons many of you have: it’s a beautiful place to raise a family and “live the dream.” My family and I have spent most of our time since we moved here living in N.I.D. Division 2. […]

To Our Members, Supporters and Friends of the North Star Historic Conservancy; Monday, September 25 was a sad day for our community and the North Star Historic Conservancy, as Peggy Levine passed from our life.  Peggy will always be fondly remembered for her generosity, warmth, spirit and incredible philanthropic efforts. Everyone she met was soon […]

September 26, 2017 – Come one, come all! The Nevada County Public Health Department (NCPHD) is conducting a FREE drive-thru flu shot clinic in Grass Valley for the public on Tuesday, October 3, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (or while supplies last) in the parking lot of Twin Cities Church at 11726 Rough and […]

September 26, 2017 – Breezy north winds today through early Wednesday for increased fire danger. Remaining warmer than normal through the end of the week with lighter winds. A little cooler over the weekend. Red Flag Warning until 7 AM PDT Wednesday for Carquinez Strait and Delta-Central Sacramento Valley in Glenn, Colusa, Yuba, Northern Sutter, […]

September 25, 2017 – Caltrans Sierra Roadwork Schedule Sunday through Saturday, September 24-30, 2017. LONG-TERM PROJECTS Interstate 80 (Placer County) from Long Ravine underpass to .2 miles east of Magra Road overcrossing: Roadwork continues for a $50.6 million project to construct 3 miles of additional truck climbing lane and other improvements to primarily eastbound I-80 […]

TRUCKEE September 25, 2017 – Caltrans is alerting motorists traveling on westbound Interstate 80 of the planned closure of Exit 184 from westbound I-80 to Donner Pass Road from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, September 26 – 27 for emergency pavement repairs. The on-ramp to westbound I-80 from Donner Pass Road will […]

Sparks, NV., Sept. 25, 2017 – The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest would like to remind the public that human-caused wildfires are still a major concern heading into hunting season. “Hunting is a time-honored activity, rich in tradition, when families and friends come together to enjoy the great outdoors,” said Russ Bird, Forest Fire Management Officer. “Being […]

September 25, 2017 – Dry gusty northeast winds along with rising temperatures and low humidity will lead to critical fire weather conditions through Wednesday morning. Potential for rapid fire growth with any new starts. Winds are expected to decrease by Wednesday afternoon. Temperatures will remain above normal through the week. Impacts: Breezy and very dry […]

September 25, 2017 – Warmer through mid week with dry conditions continuing. Breezy north winds next few days for increased fire danger. Remaining warmer than normal through the end of the week with lighter winds. Red Flag Warning now in effect until 7 AM Wednesday for gusty winds and low humidity. Gusty northerly or offshore […]

September 25, 2017 – Join Wildlife Rehabilitation and Release (WR&R) for a fun, family friendly day of climbing at the OnCourse, Inc. Ropes Course in Grass Valley on Sunday afternoon, October 15 from 1:00 – 5:00 pm. This day will include a wildlife presentation with the Wildlife Ambassadors and multiple climb and swing opportunities. “This […]

September 25, 2017 – During fire season, you often can see and smell smoke, and know right away that air quality is not great.  Another piece to the air quality puzzle is ozone.  The ozone layer up in the stratosphere is good, protecting us from the sun.  However, the ozone layer that we breathe can be […]

September 23, 2017 – Turning warmer and drier into next week with breezy north winds. Red Flag Warning in effect. The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 2 PM this afternoon to 5 AM Tuesday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * […]

September 22, 2017 – In the last several weeks, Nevada County has received ten Notice of Application (NOA) letters from California’s Water Quality Control Board for those who have enrolled in their Cannabis Cultivation Waste Discharge Regulatory Program. This program was created by the Water Quality Control Board to ensure that any owner/operator/tenant/lessee of any […]

Sept. 22, 2017 – Yosemite National Park and the Yosemite Climbing Association invite the public to participate in the 14th Annual Yosemite Facelift, an event held each fall to clean up trash and debris from around the park after the busy summer season. Volunteers are needed to help pick up litter at various locations in […]

Sept. 22, 2017 – Welcome in the chill of fall in Lake Tahoe with the 23rd annual Oktoberfest at Camp Richardson Historic Resort and Marina. The kegs will be tapped and the beer will be flowing Oct. 7-8. (www.camprichardson.com/oktoberfest) This popular rite of passage features the required Oktoberfest and fall inspired brews as well as […]

September 22, 2017 – The South Yuba River Park Association and the Park Staff recently sponsored a BBQ to say ‘Thank You’ for the support, volunteerism, dedication and participation for what volunteers do for our Parks. Something special this year; SYRPA and the Save Our Bridge Campaign Committee recognized departing South Yuba River Citizen’s League […]

September 22, 2017 – The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Saturday afternoon through late Monday night. * AFFECTED AREA: Fire weather zone 213.Fire weather zone 215.Fire weather zone 216.Fire weather zone 217.Fire weather zone 218.Fire weather zone 263.Fire weather zone 264.Fire weather zone 266.Fire […]