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Placer County Supervisor Shanti Landon Advances National Resolution Prioritizing Farmer and Rancher Mental Health

Feb 25, 2026 08:59AM ● By Placer County News Release

A critical policy resolution urging federal action on farmer and rancher mental health has been adopted as a priority initiative by the National Association of Counties, thanks to sponsorship in part by Shanti Landon, Chair of the Placer County Board of Supervisors.

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CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director
CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

Feb 23, 2026 01:00PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is thrilled to announce that Meghan Hertel has officially been sworn in as Director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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SNC Board to Consider Nearly $8.7 Million in Wildfire Resilience Grants at March Meeting

Feb 20, 2026 03:10PM ● By Sierra Nevada Conservancy News Release

Members will also receive updates on North Feather River Headwaters Investment and Tribal Capacity Building pilots

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Pack Powder Skis and Loads of Patience if You’re Headed to Tahoe This Weekend

Feb 20, 2026 12:03PM ● By Placer County News Release

Following major storms in the Sierra and North Lake Tahoe this week, local officials are encouraging visitors and residents alike to plan ahead for potential delays and do their part to help reduce traffic congestion throughout the weekend.

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Placer County Youth Commission Announces 6th Annual Free Your Mind, Free the Air 5K Awareness Run

Feb 19, 2026 03:13PM ● By Placer County Youth Commission News Release

The Placer County Youth Commission is excited to announce the 6th Annual Free Your Mind, Free the Air 5K Awareness Run, taking place on March 2, at Maidu Regional Park,1550 Maidu Dr, Roseville, near the skate park.

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Placer County Seeking Applicants for Building Board of Appeals

Feb 19, 2026 02:49PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is seeking residents with an interest in helping ensure safe construction practices to apply to serve on the Building Board of Appeals.

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Placer County Officials Advise Residents to Monitor Snow Loads During and After Storms

Feb 18, 2026 04:38PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County building officials are advising residents and businesses in snow-affected areas to monitor roofs and snow loads as much as possible during and after winter storms.

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Fundraising Campaign Launched for Tahoe City’s 78th 4th of July Fireworks Show

Feb 18, 2026 09:36AM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

The Tahoe City Downtown Association (TCDA) has launched fundraising and sponsorship opportunities for the 78th Tahoe City 4th of July Fireworks Show, set to illuminate the skies above Lake Tahoe at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 4.

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Waší·šiw Land Trust Acquires 10,274 Acres North of Lake Tahoe in Historic Land Back Purchase

Feb 13, 2026 04:18PM ● By Waší·šiw Land Trust News Release

Landmark acquisition returns ecologically significant Washoe homelands to tribal ownership; additional funds needed for permanent stewardship and future Land Back efforts

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Yankee Jims Bridge Replacement Work Ramps Up, Roads Remain Closed

Feb 12, 2026 09:16AM ● By Placer County News Release

Work on the Yankee Jims Bridge Replacement Project continues to move forward, with construction activity ramping up in recent weeks.

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Tahoe City Public Utility District Secures $3.15 Million In Federal Funding for Final Phase of Madden Creek Water System Reconstruction Project

Feb 11, 2026 10:48AM ● By Tahoe City Public Utility District News Release

Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) announced recently that it has secured $3.15 million in federal funding to complete the final phase of the Madden Creek Water System Reconstruction Project.

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North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council Meeting to Discuss Proposed 39 North Mixed-Use Project in Kings Beach

Feb 11, 2026 10:41AM ● By Placer County News Release

Members of the public are invited to learn more and ask questions about the proposed 39 Degrees North mixed-use project in Kings Beach at the Feb. 12 North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council meeting.

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Fanny Bridge Reopens in Tahoe City, Community Celebration Set for May 17

Feb 10, 2026 03:34PM ● By Placer County News Release

One of Tahoe City’s most cherished landmarks has officially reopened. Placer County, the Central Federal Lands Division of the Federal Highway Administration, Caltrans and Thompson Builders contractors today announced the completion of the $10.6 million replacement of Fanny Bridge.

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TART’s Park & Ride Program Expands to Reduce Congestion for Tahoe City Events

Feb 06, 2026 03:31PM ● By Truckee North Tahoe Transportation Management Association News Release

Designed to increase public transit use for local events, the program offers two shuttle options.

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2026 Poetry Out Loud Champions Announced by Nevada County Arts Council

Feb 06, 2026 12:47PM ● By Nevada County Arts Council News Release

Nevada County Arts Council has announced the winners of the 2026 Poetry Out Loud County Championships after a year of exciting local firsts, and unique challenges for the national program.

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A Singing Valentine Coming Your Way

Feb 06, 2026 11:08AM ● By Sweet Adelines International News Release

Valentine's Day is almost here! Some people give flowers, or candy or a card - You can give all that plus a songs sung a cappella by a quartet to your sweetheart, friend or family member! This is an unforgettable gift!

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CHP Game-Day Ready for Football’s Biggest Weekend

Feb 06, 2026 11:02AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is game-day ready for Super Bowl LX, the NFL’s biggest event of the season.

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Ophir Water Treatment plant
PCWA Board Reviews Ophir Water Treatment Plant Program, Capacity Needs and Regional Development Update

Feb 06, 2026 08:28AM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

The Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors on Thursday Feb. 5 received updates on the Ophir Water Treatment Plant (WTP) program, current system capacity, and regional development activity in West Placer County.

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Placer Law Enforcement Leaders Raise DUI Awareness Ahead of Super Bowl Weekend

Feb 06, 2026 08:19AM ● By Placer County News Release, photos courtesy of Placer County

Placer’s law enforcement agencies and many other partners reached out to students and the community with a hands-on DUI awareness event Feb. 5 at Sierra’s Rocklin campus to make clear the risk and how we can all enjoy the game safely.

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Placer County Launches Placer Job Network to Connect Local Employers and Job Seekers

Feb 05, 2026 04:21PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is introducing a new way to connect talent with opportunity right here at home. The Placer Job Network is a free online job board designed to connect local employers with local job seekers to strengthen the region’s workforce.

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Placer to Open Next Funding Round for Tahoe’s Workforce Housing Program Launchpad on Feb. 25

Feb 05, 2026 02:53PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is preparing to open the next notice of funding availability for its eastern Placer County Launchpad workforce housing program, with applications expected to open Feb. 25.

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cancer awarness
Placer County Marks Cancer Prevention Day with Week-Long Awareness Campaign and Free Webinar

Feb 05, 2026 01:05PM ● By Placer County News Release

Following the Placer County Board of Supervisors’ recent designation of Feb. 4, 2026 as Cancer Prevention Day, the Public Health division is launching a week-long campaign and a free virtual skin cancer prevention webinar to increase awareness and promote preventive measures among residents.

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Congressman Kevin Kiley Secures Federal Funding for Key Transportation and Housing Projects

Feb 05, 2026 01:00PM ● By Congressman Kevin Kiley News Release

Congressman Kevin Kiley (R-CA) secured an additional $9 million for key projects across California’s Third District, money included in the funding bill that passed the House this week.

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Seven Community Projects Receive More Than $5 Million of TOT Funding in North Lake Tahoe

Feb 05, 2026 12:50PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors today approved $5,451,815 million of transient occupancy tax funding for a total of seven projects in North Lake Tahoe. The projects fall into four categories, including facilities, trails, transportation and workforce housing.

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Placer Looking to Expand Paid Parking in North Lake Tahoe in The Year Ahead

Feb 05, 2026 12:41PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County will look to begin charging for parking at two more parking lots in Kings Beach in 2026 and could raise parking rates at two other lots after a pilot paid parking program implemented in 2024 and 2025 showed promising results.

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An Evening of Storytelling and Early California Adventure

Feb 04, 2026 04:36PM ● By American River Conservancy News Release

Author Alan Ehrgott Brings the Past to Life in Support of ARC’s Education Center

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Shop, Sip and Celebrate

Feb 04, 2026 04:16PM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

Second Fridays continue in February with a full day of Galentine’s Day celebrations on Friday, Feb. 13

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Storytellers Theater: Pinocchio Performs for Families in Auburn

Feb 04, 2026 03:51PM ● By Placer Repertory Theatre News Release

Designed to appeal to family audiences, Placer Repertory Theater offers a fun and interactive afternoon with their latest Storytellers Theater offering, Pinocchio.

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traffic safety
New Year, New Roadside Safety Protections

Feb 03, 2026 03:35PM ● By California Office of Traffic Safety News Release

California’s Expanded “Slow Down, Move Over” Law Now Covers All Stopped Drivers and Passengers Roadside

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RCRC Installs 2026 Officers and Recognizes Rural Leadership Award Recipients

Jan 26, 2026 04:33PM ● By Rural County Representatives of California News Release

On Wednesday, Jan. 21, the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) installed its 2026 Officers and presented its Rural Leadership Awards.

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DWR Finalizes Best Practices to Address Subsidence

Jan 26, 2026 04:29PM ● By Department of Water Resources News Release

Local groundwater agencies are getting a new resource to add to their water management toolkit – the Best Management Practices for Land Subsidence document newly released by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR).

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Placer County Elections Office Shares Important Details About Running for Office in June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election

Jan 22, 2026 10:44AM ● By Placer County News Release

Declarations of intention and candidate filing deadlines, candidate workshop reminder

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Most Americans Support Impaired Driving Countermeasures in Cars

Jan 20, 2026 12:44PM ● By AAA Northern California News Release

With impaired driving still a persistent, and deadly, threat on American roads, a majority of people support a range of impaired driving countermeasures that could significantly reduce fatalities, according to a new AAA survey.

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A Letter to Our Community from TCPUD General Manager Sean Barclay

Jan 16, 2026 11:08AM ● By Sean Barclay, General Manager, Tahoe City Public Utility District

Looking back on 2025, it was an incredibly busy and immensely successful year.

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PCWA Salutes Congressman Doug LaMalfa, Longtime Friend and Representative; Board Advances Water Forum 2025 Agreement

Jan 16, 2026 10:58AM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

At its Thursday meeting, the Placer County Water Agency Board of Directors honored the life and legacy of Congressman Doug LaMalfa, a longtime representative of northeastern California and supporter of PCWA’s mission.

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