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California Prepares for Extreme Weather Swings as New Water Year Approaches

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) on Sept. 26 previewed the new Water Year, which started on Oct. 1, by highlighting preparations for more extreme weather events this season following a record hot summer across much of California and a looming La Niña pattern.

Salmon Have Returned to Nimbus Fish Hatchery

The American River Fall salmon run is underway and the Nimbus fish hatchery is welcoming visitors with tour opportunities.

Maxwell Legacy Lives on Through Generous Gift to Placer Community Foundation

Tom and Judy Maxwell, longtime residents of Auburn, are being remembered for their kindness, generosity, and enduring love for the community they called home

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Placer County Supervisors Approve Contract to Expand Broadband Access To More Foothill Communities

The Placer County Board of Supervisors today approved a contract agreement to expand broadband to foothill communities spanning the Interstate 80 corridor. Read More »

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Placer County Releases Draft Placer 2050 General Plan Update Background Reports for Public Review

The Placer County Community Development Resource Agency has released a series of draft background reports along with an "Assets, Issues and Opportunities" booklet that will help stakeholders learn more about the Placer 2050 General Plan Update and provide input. Read More »

CHP Highlights New Laws for 2025

As we head into the new year, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is highlighting the new public safety laws that were passed during this year’s legislative session and signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Unless otherwise noted, the laws referenced below took effect on Jan. 1. Read More »

Stand Against Hunger Raises Nearly $630K for Food Banks

Annual Programs supported by generous community members along with Wells Fargo, Ashley Law, Bayside Church and Northwest Exteriors Read More »

First Snow Survey of the Season Shows Snowpack Near Average for California

After a Warm, Dry Fall, Recent Storms Provide Boost to Snowpack but Return of Dry Conditions Looms Read More »

Classical Guitarist Marc Teicholz performs Sunday, Feb. 2

On Stage from the State presents Marc Teicholz Sunday, Feb. 2, at 3 p.m. Sponsored by Mary Ann Flemmer Arts & Environment Fund at Placer Community Foundation and Dean Prigmore & Patrice Taylor at Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226-1/2 Lincoln Way, Auburn. Read More »

Lawsuit Challenges Denial of Protected Habitat for Sierra Nevada Red Foxes

he Center for Biological Diversity sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Dec. 30 for failing to provide habitat protection to endangered Sierra Nevada red foxes in California. Read More »

Rocklin Native Prepares to Attach Equipment to an Aircraft Aboard USS Carl Vinson

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Sergio Pinion, of Rocklin, Calif., prepares to attach equipment to an aircraft during flight on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Dec. 26, 2024. Read More »

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Placer 'Red Sand' Event to Raise Awareness of Human Trafficking and Its Impact on Children

Red sand in sidewalk cracks: Families and organizations throughout Placer County are invited to join the Placer County Children's System of Care, Probation, law enforcement, education and other partners to raise awareness of human trafficking through the “Red Sand Project.” Read More »

Drive Into 2025: CHP’s Mission for a Safe New Year

As 2025 approaches, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is taking action to promote safe travel and prevent tragic crashes on California’s roadways. Read More »

Gifts from the Heart Accepts Donations Year-Round

Santa’s helpers are now working year-round in Sacramento County. Gifts from the Heart is expanding to accept donations and volunteer applications throughout the year. Read More »

Key New Laws in 2025

Starting Jan. 1, 2025, many significant new laws will go into effect across California, impacting everything in daily life from traffic regulations, employment, housing to healthcare. Read More »

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Cat Intakes Down at Placer County Animal Services, with Sponsored Spay/Neuter Program to Thank Shelter Staff and Partners Urge Community: “If You Feed It, Fix It”

Placer County Animal Services is celebrating a significant reduction in cat and kitten shelter intakes, at least in part thanks to a low-cost spay and neuter program that the county has sponsored via nonprofit clinic Animal Spay and Neuter for the past two years. Read More »

Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick Celebrates Career Education Expansion

Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick (R-Alturas) today joined state officials, community leaders, educators and workforce advocates to celebrate the unveiling of a transformative career education initiative, the Master Plan for Career Education. Read More »

PCF Makes Grant to Gather Faith Based Leaders on Need for Affordable Housing

Our community is stronger when we come together to support one another. The affordable housing crisis in our region has touched so many lives, and we’re working to unite in finding solutions. Read More »

Tahoe Bears Remain Active in Fall, Winter Months

The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT) hopes this winter season brings lots of cheer, warm memories, and time for rest and relaxation. Read More »

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The Ranch Subdivision Moves Forward in West Placer

The Placer County Board of Supervisors took action Tuesday to approve the environmental impact report, legislative actions and entitlement package necessary for construction of The Ranch, a 221.7-acre housing development in the Dry Creek area of west Placer. Read More »

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Placer County Water Agency Approves Updated Water Connection Charges to Support Planned Growth in Western Placer County

At its Thursday meeting, the Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors approved updates to the Water Connection Charges (WCC) for new customers connecting to PCWA’s drinking water system in Western Placer County. Read More »

Family Hits Jackpot for Local Charities

Seven is a special number for Kelvin and Leslie Moss of Granite Bay. They have seven children, and their last child was nicknamed “Seven.” And, on the night they went to the Sacramento area’s charitable vending machines, there were seven members of their family present. Read More »

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Suspect In Placer County Burglary of Senior Couple Receives Life in Prison 

On Dec. 16, the Honorable Horst sentenced 47-year-old Wyatt King III, to 58 to life, plus 44 years in the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation as it relates to a Placer County residential burglary of a senior couple in their home last year.  Read More »

California Respects the Power of Your Vote

Californians can confidently claim this: California has made more significant reforms to our election laws and expanded voting rights than any other state. Read More »

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Staff Provides North Lake Tahoe Parking Management Update and Board Approves New Enforcement Technology

Thanks to new hand-held technology devices, Placer County staff reported strong summer parking enforcement numbers in North Lake Tahoe at last week’s Board of Supervisors meeting. Read More »

Brown Bear Studios Opens, Expanding Housing Resources for Homeless in North Tahoe

A vision years in the making has become a reality with the opening of Brown Bear Studios, a 14-unit permanent supportive housing facility in Kings Beach. Read More »

Placer County Water Agency Welcomes New Director Chris Wilson and Approves Key Contracts to Enhance Water Infrastructure

The Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors officially welcomed new Director Chris Wilson, representing District 3. Sworn in on December 6, Wilson was elected in November to a four-year term and fills the seat formerly held by Mike Lee for 26 years. Read More »

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Herbalife Family Foundation Awards $70,000 Grant to Loomis Nonprofit Koinonia Family Services

- The Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF) has awarded a $70,000 grant to Koinonia Family Services, a Loomis-based nonprofit committed to supporting foster youth and families through trauma-informed care, offering resources to parents, and promoting family reunification to create brighter futures. Read More »

Placer Hosts 70 Community Members to Discover and Discuss Projects and Programs Shaping the Future of North Lake Tahoe

Seeking to answer resident questions and engage with the community, Placer County invited members of the public to this week’s "Discover and Discuss" event in North Lake Tahoe. Read More »

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Fentanyl Dealer Receives 20 Years to Life in Prison for Selling Deadly Fentanyl to Roseville Resident Kade Webb

Marking the first murder conviction by a jury in the region Read More »

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Placer County Elections Office Certifies Nov. 5, General Election Results

The Placer County Elections Office has announced that the canvass and certification of the Nov. 5, General Election has been completed and that results are now considered official. Read More »

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Placer County Approves Contract to Build Trail Connecting Hidden Falls Regional Park to Its New Big Hill Preserve Expansion

The Placer County Board of Supervisors yesterday approved a $724,575 contract agreement with Trailscape Inc. of Roseville to build phase two of the Hidden Falls Regional Park Trails Expansion Project. Read More »

Santa Kicks Off Season of Giving with Charitable Vending Machines

With a twinkle in his eye, Santa Claus cut the ceremonial red ribbon at the Light the World Giving Machines on Monday and then showed the world the joy of giving by selecting a few gifts for those in need in the Greater Sacramento Area. Read More »

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"Beam Signing" to kick-off construction at new Placer Community Health Center in Roseville

WellSpace Health will kick-off construction of its new Placer Community Health Center with a “Beam Signing” on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. at 100 Stonehouse Court in Roseville, Calif. Read More »

Giving Machines Make Giving to the Needy a Fun Experience for Area Residents

Light the World Giving Machines in Sacramento, Modesto Area Are the Only Ones in Northern California Read More »

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