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Placer Officials Celebrate Ribbon Cutting at Parkside at Sabre City Affordable Housing Project

May 28, 2026 04:40PM ● By Placer County News Release

The ribbon was cut May 27 on Parkside at Sabre City, an affordable housing development in west Placer County designed to expand rental opportunities for working families.

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Individual Volunteer of the Year
Service Above Self

May 27, 2026 10:02AM ● By Ornella Rossi

DOVIA Awards Celebrate Local Volunteers

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NFIB Details Weakening in the Labor Market

May 26, 2026 07:19PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released their April Jobs Report showing a softening in the employment market as the Small Business Employment Index fell 1.2 points to 100.4.

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April New Home Sales Rebound from March, North State BIA Reports

May 26, 2026 07:06PM ● By North State BIA News Release

After two straight below-average months, new home sales in the greater Sacramento area showed a modest rebound in April, the North State Building Industry Association (BIA) reported today.

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Drivers Encouraged to Embrace Safe Driving This Summer

May 26, 2026 06:09PM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

Summer driving brings increased risks, but safe choices can save lives

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Board of Supervisors Approves $1.5 Million for Asphalt Paving and Patching Throughout the County

May 20, 2026 10:09AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved May 19 contracts totaling up to $1.5 million for asphalt paving and patching services to support road, parking lot and facility maintenance projects across Placer County through June 2027.

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Placer to Host Virtual Community Meeting June 10 on Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance Amendment

May 19, 2026 12:45PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Community Development Resource Agency invites residents to attend a virtual community meeting at 6 p.m. on June 10 to learn more about proposed amendments to the county’s accessory dwelling unit ordinance.

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Board Extends the North Lake Tahoe Economic Development Incentive Program

May 13, 2026 08:27AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a five-year extension of the county’s North Lake Tahoe Economic Development Incentive Program

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California Department of Pesticide Regulation
California Study Examines Safer Alternatives to Post-Harvest Fumigants

May 12, 2026 09:08AM ● By California Department of Pesticide Regulation News Release

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) recently released the post-harvest commodity fumigation component of a multipart independent scientific study evaluating alternatives to fumigant pesticides.

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Lyme Disease treatment
A Battle Beyond the Bite

May 11, 2026 05:21PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Lyme Disease Awareness Month Sparks Advocacy and Awareness

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Community Invited to Celebrate Fanny Bridge with a Ribbon Cutting and Community Block Party May 17

May 08, 2026 11:13AM ● By Placer County News Release

Members of the community are invited to join a once-in-a-lifetime celebration at the Fanny Bridge Ribbon Cutting and Block Party on May 17.

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LDS Church Celebrates America 250 with Food Bank Donation and Volunteer Hours

May 08, 2026 11:08AM ● By MPG Staff

As communities nationwide commemorate the United States' 250th anniversary with parades, historical reenactments and civic events, one national effort is having a direct local impact in Placer County.

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Granite Bay Child Earns Top 10 Spot in National Jr. Ranger Competition

May 06, 2026 10:59AM ● By Jr. Ranger Program News Release

Silas Wheeler, a young Granite Bay resident with a deep love for wildlife and the outdoors, has advanced to the Top 5 in the national Jr. Ranger program, a nationwide competition that celebrates kids who care about animals and the planet.

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Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair Returns May 21 with Workshops, Entertainment, Resources and More

May 06, 2026 08:58AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County, in partnership with the local Campaign for Community Wellness, will host this year’s Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, May 21 at the Maidu Community Center, 1550 Maidu Drive, Roseville.

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Placer County Launches Affordable Housing Month Event Series

May 05, 2026 04:39PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is recognizing Affordable Housing Month in May through a series of events to underscore the county’s ongoing commitment to addressing the critical need for safe, stable and affordable housing for all residents.

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Placer County Highlights Ongoing Progress with New Housing, Shelter and Treatment Investments Following Release of 2026 Homeless Count Results

May 05, 2026 04:31PM ● By Placer County News Release

On April 30, the Homeless Resource Council of the Sierras released the 2026 regional Point-in-Time Count results.

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The 32nd Annual Spare the Air Season is Here

May 05, 2026 11:14AM ● By Abbey Wicks

The 32nd annual Spare The Air Season began May 1 and runs through Oct. 31.

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Farmers are a Critical Part of Conservation Program in Placer County

Apr 29, 2026 08:48AM ● By Meghan Snow, Placer County Conservation Program

Warm air rises in pockets along the foothills of Placer County, creating weather that’s perfect for growing juicy mandarins, oranges, lemons and grapefruit that ripen during the depths of winter.

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Placer County Student Claims Back-to-Back State Spelling Bee Titles

Apr 28, 2026 04:44PM ● By Placer County Office of Education News Release

A Placer County student is once again earning statewide recognition for academic excellence, demonstrating remarkable dedication and a passion for learning.

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Join Placer County at the Annual State of the County Address May 6 in Lincoln

Apr 27, 2026 05:17PM ● By Placer County News Release

Community members are invited to purchase tickets for the annual State of the County address taking place at Sun City in Lincoln on May 6.

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TCPUD Receives ‘A+’ Credit Rating from S&P, Supporting Critical Infrastructure Investment

Apr 23, 2026 02:57PM ● By Tahoe City Public Utility District News Release

Tahoe City Public Utility District Public Finance Authority (“Authority”) has received an ‘A+’ long-term credit rating with a stable outlook from S&P Global Ratings on its Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A.

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Threats to Schools Are Taken Seriously - And We Will Respond

Apr 22, 2026 04:40PM ● By Placer County Office of Education and Placer County Sheriff News Release

Placer County Superintendent of Schools Gayle Garbolino-Mojica and Placer County Sheriff Wayne Woo issued the following joint statement regarding recent threats to Placer County schools.

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A Way Forward for Affordable Housing

Apr 22, 2026 03:32PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

Placer County Foundation (PCF's) partner Placer People of Faith (PPOFT) is advocating for local funding sources to achieve the County of Placer's goal of building 1,300 new units of affordable housing.

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Planning Commission Recommends Approval of Amended Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan

Apr 22, 2026 01:50PM ● By Placer County News Release

On April 16, the Placer County Planning Commission recommended the approval of proposed amendments to the Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan, advancing the item to the Placer County Board of Supervisors for final consideration.

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Placer County to Host Virtual Community Meeting April 28 to Discuss Employee Parking Needs in Kings Beach

Apr 22, 2026 01:42PM ● By Placer County News Release

Community members are encouraged to participate in a virtual public meeting focused on the North Lake Tahoe Parking Management Program from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 28.

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School Teacher–Leader Career Fair
2026 Education Career Fair Set for May 2

Apr 22, 2026 08:37AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

More Than Two Dozen Districts and Charters Participating

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Soroptimist to Host Community Human Trafficking Awareness Event May 3

Apr 21, 2026 04:26PM ● By Soroptimist International of Loomis Basin News Release

With eye-opening presentations and resource fair, Hidden in Plain Sight: Human Trafficking in our Community will raise awareness and offer prevention strategies on Sunday, May 3 in Loomis

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CDFW Urges Public to Leave Baby Deer Alone

Apr 20, 2026 12:10PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

Late spring and early summer are peak times for California’s deer herds to give birth to fawns, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is issuing a reminder to well-intentioned residents and visitors to not interact with the baby deer – even if they find one that appears to be abandoned or hungry.

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‘Not Your Lab Rat’ Campaign
‘Not Your Lab Rat’ Campaign Addresses Youth Nicotine Addiction

Apr 20, 2026 11:55AM ● By MPG Staff

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has launched a new statewide public health campaign, “Not Your Lab Rat,” aimed at reducing nicotine addiction among young adults and preventing initiation of vaping and other modern nicotine products.

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PCWA and Middle Fork Project Finance Authority Reach Settlement with PG&E Over Mosquito Fire

Apr 15, 2026 12:42PM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

The Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) and the Middle Fork Project Finance Authority (MFPFA) have entered into a settlement agreement with Pacific Gas and Electric Company and Pacific Gas and Electric Corporation (collectively PG&E) resolving all litigation resulting from the 2022 Mosquito Fire.

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Placer County Updates Capital Plan, Advances Key Infrastructure Projects

Apr 15, 2026 12:14PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved the updated Countywide Capital Improvement Plan, outlining a more streamlined approach to infrastructure planning and advancing a slate of projects for the coming fiscal year.

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Annual Big Day of Giving Approaches

Apr 14, 2026 11:39AM ● By Sacramento Region Community Foundation News Release

Every year in May, thousands of people in the Sacramento region come together during a 24-hour giving drive to support hundreds of nonprofits that take care of our most vulnerable residents and vital local causes.

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Kabateck Comments on Latest Jobs Report

Apr 13, 2026 11:17AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) News Release

If only the California Legislature could produce something as bold as what Congress did

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Record Hot, Dry March Wipes Out California Snowpack, Leaving No Measurable Snow for April Survey

Apr 13, 2026 11:11AM ● By Department of Water Resources News Release

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) conducted the critical April snow survey at Phillips Station April 1 and found no measurable snow, a stark indicator of how record‑hot March temperatures and high‑elevation rain have erased the Sierra Nevada snowpack months ahead of schedule.

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Iran War Leads to Slowdown in Sales, North State BIA Reports

Apr 13, 2026 10:41AM ● By North State BIA News Release

New home sales in the greater Sacramento region started out strong during the first two weeks of March but tailed off significantly later in the month as buyers appeared to pull back due to economic uncertainty as the war in Iran continued.

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