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Annual Parking Restrictions Take Effect Nov. 1 East of Emigrant Gap

Oct 31, 2025 02:18PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County officials are reminding residents and visitors that annual winter parking restrictions in the county’s higher elevations will take effect Nov. 1 until May 1.

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Placer County to Host Nov. 5 Discover & Discuss Community Event Featuring New Mapping Feedback Exercise

Oct 31, 2025 02:07PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is inviting the public and regional stakeholders to our next Discover and Discuss community event, Nov. 5 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the North Tahoe Event Center (8318 N Lake Boulevard) in Kings Beach.

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Tahoe City Shines for the Holidays with Festive Events, Shop Local Celebrations

Oct 30, 2025 12:34PM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

Tahoe City Downtown Association invites residents and visitors to celebrate the magic of the holidays in Tahoe City and along the West Shore with a full lineup of festive events, community traditions and local shopping and dining experiences during the holidays.

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Cinema at the State Presents Free Veterans Day Film 'The Great Escape'

Oct 29, 2025 09:22AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Exasperated by the number of Allied prisoners escaping from their POW camps, the Nazis relocate them to a high-security 'escape-proof' camp to sit out the remainder of the war. Undaunted, the prisoners plan one of the most ambitious escape attempts of World War II.

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Tahoe City Public Utility District Board of Directors to Hold Annual Budget Workshop Open to the Public

Oct 28, 2025 03:53PM ● By Tahoe City Public Utility District

Tahoe City Public Utility District invites its customers to participate in the upcoming workshop by attending the meeting and/or submitting written comments or questions in advance.

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More Than a Fridge

Oct 28, 2025 01:57PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

How Placer Community Foundation and Latino Leadership Council partner to lift local families

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Hundreds of City Workers, Union Members, Cardroom Employees Protest Attorney General Bonta

Oct 22, 2025 02:41PM ● By California Gaming Association News Release

The proposed regulations are unnecessary and punitive, as the games are lawful under California law and have been operating for decades.

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A First for Funding - And for Asking

Oct 21, 2025 02:42PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

In 2024, Placer Community Foundation took a bold new approach to community grantmaking. For the first time ever, the Community Needs Fund invited local nonprofits to request funding and invited the community to help make those grants possible.

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New Home Sales Dip in September

Oct 21, 2025 11:26AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

As many prospective homebuyers waited to see what happened with mortgage interest rates, new home sales in the Sacramento region dipped in September but remained above the average number of sales for the month, according to the North State Building Industry Association.

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Pump Prices Rise Slightly after Southern California Refinery Fire

Oct 21, 2025 10:18AM ● By American Automobile Association News Release

As autumn sets in, the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has dropped to $3.11 from the $3.15 average two weeks ago, as of Oct. 9.

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Placer County Water Agency Sees Results in Water Savings at Loomis Library and Learning Center

Oct 20, 2025 02:08PM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

Helping a local library convert unused lawn into a “living classroom” has paid off big in water savings – and as another example of positive partnerships.

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Placer County Updates Septic Rules to Lower Costs, Make Adding ADUs Easier

Oct 17, 2025 02:26PM ● By Placer County News Release

Homeowners in Placer County will soon find it easier and more affordable to install or upgrade septic systems, thanks to updates to the county’s Local Agency Management Program (LAMP).

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Loomis Artist Kellyn Planteen Opens Studio for Placer Artists Tour

Oct 17, 2025 02:08PM ● By Placer Artists Tour News Release

Local artist Kellyn Planteen invites the public to visit her studio during the Placer Artists Tour, happening over two weekends.

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Sierra Nevada, California Tahoe Conservancies Co-Sponsor Nature-Based Solutions Tour for Policymakers

Oct 17, 2025 01:10PM ● By Sierra Nevada Conservancy News Release

On Wednesday, Oct. 8, the Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) and California Tahoe Conservancy (Tahoe Conservancy) co-sponsored a tour through South Lake Tahoe and Markleeville to share how the conservancies are advancing Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) through post-fire reforestation, wildfire-risk-reduction and wetland restoration projects, with state and federal funds.

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California Secretary of State Sets the Record Straight Regarding Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election Ballot Envelopes

Oct 14, 2025 02:50PM ● By California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber News Release

On Oct. 13 California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., clarified information about Nov. 4, Statewide Special Election ballot envelopes.

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Mill Creek Housing Development Moves Forward in Dry Creek

Oct 14, 2025 11:12AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors have approved the Mill Creek Single Family Residential Project, a 322-home development with five neighborhood parks, including a pedestrian pathway, in the Dry Creek–West Placer community.

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Vintage Home Tour to Benefit Auburn State Theatre

Oct 14, 2025 10:39AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Don’t miss the 2025 Auburn Vintage Home Tour! This popular event is your chance to visit five beautiful vintage and historic homes, plus a bonus historic building.

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Placer County Elections Office Reminds Voters About Vote Center Locations And Extended Office Hours for Nov. 4 Special Election

Oct 14, 2025 10:21AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Elections Office is sharing a few important reminders to ensure every eligible voter can easily cast their ballot during the Nov. 4, 2025 Statewide Special Election.

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Allergen Labeling Becomes Law in California

Oct 14, 2025 09:17AM ● By Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America News Release

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) celebrates a tremendous win for our community as The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America -sponsored legislation requiring allergen disclosure in restaurants has been signed into law in California.

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Placer County 2024 Crop Value Surges Nearly 24 Percent

Oct 09, 2025 10:34AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County’s total gross value of agricultural crops and livestock soared to a record-breaking $111 million in 2024, representing a 23.8 percent increase from the previous year’s total.

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Antsy McClain and the Trailer Park Troubadours’ Bring New Energy to Umpteenth Halloween Bash

Oct 09, 2025 10:14AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Antsy McClain brings his fun-loving Trailer Park Troubadours to Auburn’s Odd Fellows Lodge #7 for their acclaimed Umpteenth Halloween Bash. Come in costume and be ready to party!

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Placer County Sheriff’s Office Holds Ribbon Cutting for New Mental Health and Vocational Training Facilities at South Placer Jail

Oct 08, 2025 04:29PM ● By Placer County Sheriff's Office News Release

Construction began in March 2023, and today’s ribbon cutting marks the completion of more than 55,000 square feet of modern space designed to enhance mental health care, provide vocational training and improve long-term outcomes for individuals in custody.

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Bricklayer Competition Determines California’s Best at Masonry Qualifier

Oct 08, 2025 11:27AM ● By California Spec Mix Bricklayer 500 News Release

The world’s largest and most exciting masonry challenge, the Spec Mix Bricklayer 500 is coming to Sacramento on Oct. 10.

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Board of Supervisors Approves First Phase of Anticipated Placer Parkway Project

Oct 07, 2025 04:41PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors recently approved plans and specifications for the long-anticipated Placer Parkway project, a new regional expressway in West Placer designed to reduce congestion and improve connections to key destinations across the region.

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From Little League to the MLB Postseason

Oct 07, 2025 03:56PM ● By Seth Henderson

Local Little League Graduates Represent Sacramento in MLB Postseason

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Lawrence Butler Medical Update

Oct 07, 2025 02:33PM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s Outfielder Successful Surgery, Undergoing Rehabilitation

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2025-26 Secured Property Tax Bills Mailed

Oct 07, 2025 02:19PM ● By Office of Tristan Butcher Treasurer-Tax Collector News Release

Placer County's Treasurer-Tax Collector Tristan Butcher announced the property tax bills for the 2025-26 fiscal year have been mailed.

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Whisenhunt Named PCL Pitcher of the Year, All-Star

Oct 07, 2025 02:16PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Also Named Was Right-Hander Carson Seymour

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Board Approves Vision Statement for Placer 2050 General Plan update

Oct 07, 2025 01:56PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors today adopted the Placer 2050 Vision Statement and Guiding Principles, marking another milestone in the comprehensive update of the county’s General Plan.

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Placer Rep Announces Cast For New Dracula Melodrama

Oct 07, 2025 11:56AM ● By Placer Repertory Theater News Release

The cast of the comedic, romantic, gothic thriller Dracula includes three actors returning to Placer Rep, alongside three talents new to this young professional repertory theater company.

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Placer County Confirms First West Nile Virus Death of Season

Oct 06, 2025 01:12PM ● By Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

Public Health officials confirmed the first death of a Placer County resident from West Nile virus this season, a Roseville man.

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Auburn State Theatre to Celebrate Día de los Muertos Featuring "Coco" Screening

Oct 03, 2025 04:43PM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

AUBURN, CA (MPG) - Auburn State Theatre, in collaboration with New Auburn Cemetery and a host of talented creatives, presents a celebratory, family-oriented event focusing on the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).

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State Theatre Acting Company to Present Spooky “Golden Age Radio"

Oct 02, 2025 11:42AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Relive or experience for the first time the most beloved and iconic radio shows from the 1940s and 50s. State Theatre Acting Company’s Golden Age Radio Theatre features talented actors, dynamic soundscapes from a live Foley (sound effects) artist and engaging narratives that will transport you to a bygone era.

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Placer County Elections Office Announces Mail-In Ballots and Drop Box Locations for Nov. 4 Special Election

Oct 02, 2025 11:13AM ● By Placer County News Release

he Placer County Elections Office would like to remind voters that the voting period for the November 4, 2025, Statewide Special Election has officially begun.

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How to Safely Dispose of Expired Medication

Oct 01, 2025 04:49PM ● By Placer County News Release

As Placer County prepares to host another free medication take-back event on Oct. 25, local agencies continue to encourage residents to take advantage of permanent drop boxes and mail-in options that offer a safe, free way to dispose of medication year-round.

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