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On Stage from the State Presents Exclusive Performance by Thomas Walsh

Mar 27, 2026 04:22PM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Classical musician Thomas Walsh and mezzo-soprano Melinda Martinez Becker join forces to present a short program of acoustic music at Auburn’s Odd Fellows Lodge.

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Placer County Launches New Online Portal for Environmental Health Services

Mar 27, 2026 04:08PM ● By Placer County News Release

Working on a project that needs county Environmental Health review? Septic systems, wells, pools, food businesses -- many projects require permits or plans at some point.

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Placer County Approves Plan to Strengthen Local Farming

Mar 25, 2026 04:30PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors voted yesterday to invest in the future of local farming, approving a contract with PlaceWorks Inc. to create the Placer County Agriculture Resilience Initiative.

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PCWA Board Accepts Gray Allen's Letter of Retirement

Mar 24, 2026 03:11PM ● By Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) News Release

Directors of the Placer County Water Agency on March 19 accepted a letter of retirement from District 1 Director Gray Allen.

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Help Shape Placer County's Hazard Mitigation Plan

Mar 24, 2026 02:57PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is inviting input on the draft 2026 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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New Sherlock Holmes Play Showing in April at Placer Repertory Theater

Mar 24, 2026 01:03PM ● By Placer Repertory Theater News Release

Placer Repertory Theater completes its 2025-26 season of “Corruption & Obsession” with a brand-new adaptation Sherlock Holmes: The Strange Case of Miss Faulkner, which is based upon the 1899 play Sherlock Holmes: A Play by William Gillette & Conan Doyle.

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California Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index

Mar 23, 2026 11:47AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) News Release

Main Street entrepreneurs thanked for helping keep the 20% Small Business Deduction alive

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California Farm Bureau
State Treasurer Honored with Champion of Agriculture Award

Mar 23, 2026 11:23AM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

In recognition of her long record of advocacy for California farmers, ranchers and rural communities, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma has been honored with the Champion of Agriculture Award.

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Placer County Celebrates 175 Years of History and Community

Mar 18, 2026 10:19AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year, marking a milestone that reflects generations of community, innovation and resilience.

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TCPUD Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting for 8th Consecutive Year

Mar 18, 2026 10:13AM ● By Tahoe City Public Utility District News Release

The Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) is honored to announce that its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the eighth consecutive year.

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Fatal Hit-and-Run Crashes Reach Record High, AAA Foundation Study Finds

Mar 16, 2026 12:56PM ● By AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety News Release

One in seven crashes in 2023 involved a driver who fled the scene

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California Ag Leadership
California Ag Leadership Program Continues to Cultivate Future Leaders

Mar 16, 2026 12:47PM ● By Farm Credit Alliance News Release

Farm Credit proud to support the program, now in its 55th year, which is recognized as one of the top leadership development programs in the nation

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Placer County Regional Forest Health Reports Major Progress in Wildfire Risk Reduction

Mar 11, 2026 09:24AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Regional Forest Health Coordinator Kerri Timmer presented the Regional Forest Health Division's annual program update to the Placer County Board of Supervisors, outlining significant milestones in countywide wildfire risk reduction, strategic partnerships and landscape-scale forest resilience projects.

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California Gaming Association
Cardrooms File Lawsuits Over New Regulations

Mar 09, 2026 01:26PM ● By The California Gaming Association News Release

The lawsuits seek to block the regulations from taking effect and asks the court to invalidate the rules as unlawful.

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Statewide Snowpack Remains Below Average Despite February Boost

Mar 09, 2026 11:21AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) recently conducted the third snow survey of the season at Phillips Station. The manual survey recorded 28 inches of snow depth and a snow water equivalent of 11 inches, which is 47 percent of average for this location.

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CalHR
CalHR Named Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner

Mar 09, 2026 10:59AM ● By California Department of Human Resources News Release

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) has been named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) winner for strengths development. The award recognizes organizations that create workplace cultures that help people do their best work.

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California Comment on NFIB’s Latest Jobs Report

Mar 09, 2026 10:55AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

National numbers not reflective of state’s below national average on optimism

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Northstar Community Services District and Placer County Expand Martis Valley Trail to 5.75 miles

Mar 05, 2026 04:22PM ● By Placer County News Release

In just one construction season, NCSD and C&D Contractors installed four bridges, established more than a half mile of rock walls, added a 50-foot boardwalk and completed paving for 1.23 miles of Class 1 Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible trail.

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Parkside at Sabre City Affordable Housing Project Now Taking Applications

Mar 05, 2026 03:41PM ● By Placer County News Release

Parkside at Sabre City, an affordable housing project designed to expand both rental and homeownership opportunities in west Placer County, is now accepting applications.

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Friends of California Archives
The Friends of California Archives Celebrates Women’s History Month

Mar 03, 2026 12:26PM ● By The Friends of California Archives News Release

The Friends of California Archives joins in the March celebration of Women’s History Month, paying tribute to the contributions of California women – from the famous to the forgotten.

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New Report Exposes ‘Indefensible Waste’ in Prison Budget

Mar 02, 2026 01:01PM ● By Californians United for a Responsible Budget (CURB) News Release

CURB Calls for at least 5 More Closures to Reduce State Deficit

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Governor Newsom Launches Most Ambitious Water Plan in California History

Mar 02, 2026 12:56PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Feb. 25 the formal launch of the California Water Plan 2028, marking the start of a multi-year effort to modernize statewide water planning in response to climate-driven extremes and long-term water reliability challenges.

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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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5 KM run race
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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construction safety
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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house covered in snow
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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