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PCWA Board Begins Independent Study to Support Long-Term Water Planning

Jul 08, 2026 08:29AM ● By Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) News Release

At its July 2 meeting, the Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors received the first phase of an independent review designed to better understand the cost of providing water service and support informed, long-term planning for the future.

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Celebrate 175 Years of History at This Year's Placer County Fair, June 25-28

Jun 19, 2026 04:41PM ● By Placer County News Release

The County of Placer is proud to once again serve as the Presenting Sponsor of the 88th annual Placer County Fair, taking place June 25–28, 2026, @ The Grounds in Roseville.

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Food Allergen Labeling Coming Soon to California Restaurants

Jun 15, 2026 11:21AM ● By MPG Staff

Effective July 1, California restaurants with 20 or more locations will now have to disclose food allergens under the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act.

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Sixth Year of Resilience Fund Supports Independent Restaurants

Jun 08, 2026 10:57AM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

$1.28 Million Available to Help California’s Food and Beverage Businesses Invest in Growth, Stability and Long-term Success

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Tahoe City Food & Wine Classic Tickets Still Available; Deadline Approaching for Winemaker’s Dinner Cruise

May 27, 2026 10:33AM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

Tickets are on sale for the Tahoe City Food & Wine Classic returning June 6, along with the new Winemaker’s Dinner Cruise aboard the historic Tahoe Gal on June 4.

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Placer County Fair is Looking for Still Exhibit Submissions, Commercial and Food Vendors, Corporate Sponsors and Volunteers

Apr 24, 2026 11:15AM ● By Placer County Fair News Release

The 88th annual Fair returns June 25-28 with a carnival, free nightly concerts, live entertainment, a Family Fun Zone, livestock exhibit, All-Alaskan racing pigs and much more

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Boonville, An Unrivaled, Full Circle Getaway

Mar 25, 2026 12:54PM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Out of sheer good fortune (or a million years of evolution, take your pick) California is bountiful in its number of lush wine growing regions across our golden state.

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Slice House by Tony Gemignani to Open in Granite Bay in March

Feb 17, 2026 02:29PM ● By Slice House by Tony Gemignani News Release

Bay Area Pizzaiolo Brings Dynamic Pizzeria to Sierra Oaks Plaza Center, Continuing California Expansion and Offering Award-Winning Pizzas to the Community

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Tickets Now on Sale for 19th Tahoe City Food & Wine Classic

Feb 10, 2026 03:39PM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

The Tahoe City Downtown Association (TCDA) invites residents and visitors to celebrate the 19th Tahoe City Food & Wine Classic on June 5 and 6 in Tahoe City.

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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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Tahoe City Launches Holly Jolly Strolls in December

Nov 25, 2025 10:11AM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

Three festive nights of local holiday shopping & seasonal cheer

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PCF Donors Provide for Urgent Food Assistance

Nov 19, 2025 04:10PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

On Oct. 31st on the heels of cuts in government funding directly impacting food assistance to thousands of families in Placer County, Placer Community Foundation sent an email listing four local nonprofits plus our own Community Needs Fund as a means of quickly supporting food delivery.

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Average California Farm Loses $20,528 Annually to Natural Hazards

Nov 12, 2025 09:09AM ● By Trace One News Release

High grocery prices have been a defining economic story in recent years, driven by a combination of factors including pandemic-related supply chain breakdowns and labor shortages.

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57% of Americans Cut Back on Candy This Halloween as Chocolate Prices Rise: New Study

Oct 24, 2025 12:04PM ● By Brandpoint Content

New research from Empower finds that over half of Americans (57%) say rising chocolate prices are changing how much they dish out for candy.

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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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Tahoe City Unveils Spooky New October Events: Halloween Pub Crawl & Historic Walking Tours

Sep 25, 2025 03:28PM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

This October, Tahoe City Downtown Association invites locals and visitors to immerse themselves in the eerie charm of the season with two exciting new events.

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Placer County Families Can Now Shop at Farmers’ Markets Using Their WIC Card

Jul 31, 2025 02:59PM ● By Placer County News Release

Women, Infants and Children Program families in Placer County now have a fresh way to use their benefits — literally.

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CalFresh Cuts Will Hit Foothill Families Hard

Jul 31, 2025 02:45PM ● By Feeding the Foothills News Release

Feeding the Foothills (FTF), a regional nonprofit food bank serving Placer, El Dorado, and Nevada counties, is sounding the alarm over significant federal cuts to CalFresh, California’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

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Peer-to-Peer Payment is the New Cash

Jul 17, 2025 01:11PM ● By Joe Thompson

In Sacramento County, peer-to-peer payments are transforming how small businesses get paid.

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Placer County Summer Food Drive

Jun 18, 2025 09:08AM ● By Rocklin Area Chamber of Commerce News Release

All donations benefit the Auburn Interfaith Food Closet, the Loomis Food Pantry and the Salt Mine.

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Motorsports Mayhem at 2025 Placer County Fair

Jun 16, 2025 02:13PM ● By All American Speedway and 2025 Placer County Fair News Release

All American Speedway hosts their speedway and flat track motorcycle racing, high-speed drifting excitement, destruction and demolition.

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4th of July Celebration
Celebrate America at Twin Oaks Park

Jun 16, 2025 09:22AM ● By Celebrate America News Release

Join Placer County for an unforgettable musical and patriotic production to celebrate our nation and honor our service members.

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Auburn Wildfire Preparedness Expo on June 21

Jun 13, 2025 01:56PM ● By Placer County News Release

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with wildfire safety experts, explore local resources and enjoy a fun, informative day with the family.

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Carnival Lights, Court Highlights and the National Quadball Championship in Placer Valley

Jun 09, 2025 11:58AM ● By Placer Valley News Release

Upcoming Placer Valley events including the Placer County Fair, the Fire & Ice Roseville Gamers Expo, the National Quadball 2026 Championship and more.

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Fifth Annual Placer County Fair Rib Cook-Off

Jun 03, 2025 10:22AM ● By Rocklin Area Chamber of Commerce

Sign ups are officially open for the Placer County Fair Rib Cook-Off with a limit of 15 teams

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Newly Remodeled Roseville Walmart Supercenter Re-Opens

Jun 02, 2025 04:50PM ● By Gabrielle Downey, on behalf of Walmart

Whether shopping online or in-store, the transformation of the Roseville Supercenter illustrates Walmart’s commitment to providing customers with best variety, prices and overall experience.

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87th Annual Placer County Fair Starts June 26

Apr 30, 2025 02:07PM ● By Placer County Fair News Release

Fairgoers will also enjoy live entertainment, dozens of food booths, the crowning of Miss Placer County, shop custom arts and crafts vendors, and choose the region's top rib master.

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Fighting Hunger Forever

Apr 30, 2025 12:08PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

Auburn Interfaith Food Closet’s Endowment Secures Their Future

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California Restaurant Foundation’s Annual Resilience Fund Returns for the Fifth Year

Apr 28, 2025 12:57PM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

Grant Applications for California’s Independent Restaurants are Now Open

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Stand Against Hunger Raises Nearly $630K for Food Banks

Jan 07, 2025 11:54AM ● By ABC10 News Release

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

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

Dec 20, 2024 04:04PM ● By Placer County Water Agency

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.

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BriarPatch Food Co-op Grass Valley Receives 2023 EPA GreenChill Recognition

Sep 26, 2024 12:23PM ● By BriarPatch Food Co-op News Release

BriarPatch Food Co-op's Grass Valley store recently received special recognition from EPA’s GreenChill Program

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Placer County 2023 crop value increases 1% to $89 million amid continuing weather challenges

Sep 17, 2024 01:55PM ● By Placer County News Release

Despite continued weather challenges the total gross value of agricultural crops and products increased 1% in Placer County for 2023.

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California Restaurant Foundation Elects Wayne Hilston as New Chair of the Board of Directors

Sep 10, 2024 03:41PM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

The California Restaurant Foundation (CRF), a nonprofit that invests in and empowers California restaurants and its workforce, has elected Wayne Hilston as its new Chair of the Board of Directors.

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BriarPatch Food Co-op Auburn Hosting "The Brät Pack” Sausage and Beer Pairing

Sep 03, 2024 02:17PM ● By BriarPatch Food Co-op News Release

BriarPatch Food Co-op's Auburn store hosts a sausage and beer pairing on Sept. 19 with a theme that’s a blast from the past - “The Brät Pack.”

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