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Fourth-Grade Families can Visit 54 State Parks for Free

Sep 30, 2025 09:50AM ● By California State Parks News Release

Families of fourth-graders in California public schools are invited to download the free California State Park Adventure Pass at parks.ca.gov/AdventurePass

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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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Traffic Camera Data for Review at Next Virtual Parking Management Meeting This Week

Sep 23, 2025 02:20PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is inviting residents to attend the third in a series of parking management community meetings in North Lake Tahoe this week.

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30th Lake Tahoe Marathon Events Happening Oct. 17–19

Sep 19, 2025 03:42PM ● By Lake Tahoe Marathon News Release

The Lake Tahoe Marathon is proud to celebrate its 30th year this Oct. 17-19. In recognition of this milestone, participants will receive exclusive commemorative items in addition to the traditional event swag.

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Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Sep 10, 2025 12:05PM ● By State of California Department of Transportation

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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Zoe Ordway of Foresthill admitted to University Honors Program at Nebraska

Sep 10, 2025 11:28AM ● By University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Zoe Ordway of Foresthill, an agricultural economics major in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, is among a record 739 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students selected to join the University Honors Program this fall.

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The Business of Art Symposium Announces Program Lineup

Sep 10, 2025 11:18AM ● By Nevada County Arts Council

Nevada County Arts Council has announced the program lineup for its Business of Art Symposium to be held on Saturday, Sept, 27. With special sessions from some of California’s top leaders,

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Fall into Nature with American River Conservancy's Programs and Hikes

Sep 10, 2025 10:53AM ● By American River Conservancy

This fall season, American River Conservancy (ARC) warmly invites community members of all ages to deepen their connection with nature through a diverse lineup of outdoor adventures, cultural programs, and educational workshops.

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PCWA Marks Milestone in Rocklin Water Main Replacements

Sep 10, 2025 10:35AM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

At its Sept. 4 meeting, the Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors approved the Notice of Completion for Phase 1 of the Rocklin Main Replacements project.

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Placer County Moves Towards Fleet Electrification

Aug 29, 2025 09:05AM ● By Placer County News Release

Looking to increase transit usage, provide a more connected network and deliver reliable service throughout western Placer County, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Placer County Transit’s 2025 short-range transit plan and proposed service plan implementation on Aug. 19.

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The City of Roseville Implements BetterFleet Charge Management Software for Electric Buses and Municipal Fleet Vehicles

Aug 15, 2025 11:28AM ● By BetterFleet News Release

BetterFleet’s advanced charge management system helps Roseville transition to zero-emission vehicles while managing energy usage and providing real-time operational insights

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construction on highway
Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Aug 15, 2025 11:00AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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Road under construction
Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Jul 25, 2025 04:56PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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The purpose of this program is to better manage the existing parking supply in the North Lake Tahoe region
Community Invited to Participate in the Next North Lake Tahoe Parking Management Meeting, July 22

Jul 11, 2025 11:16AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County officials are inviting the public to share their input this month on the implementation of the parking management program in North Lake Tahoe.

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Beach Lake Tahoe
Placer Housing Programs Receive Funding

Jun 26, 2025 03:03PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County invests another $500,000 and updates the guidelines for North Lake Tahoe, CA housing programs for local residents.

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Improvements at Indian Bar Are Complete

Jun 25, 2025 04:50PM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

Placer County Water Agency finishes just in time for summer recreation eason, with popular rafting and fishing site on the Middle Fork American River now open.

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Pumping Gas
State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Lake Tahoe
The North Tahoe Shared-Use Trail Closer to Completion

Jun 24, 2025 02:32PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved plans for Segment 1 of the North Tahoe Shared-Use Trail and authorized the director of Public Works to advertise for construction bids.

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Art
June is a Month of Small Treasures!

Jun 24, 2025 01:55PM ● By Auburn Old Town Gallery News Release

Auburn Old Town Gallery’s June feature wall is full of small discoveries from 2D paintings to ceramics, metal art, glass and mosaics, so there is something for everyone.

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Construction
Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Jun 23, 2025 09:30AM ● By California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) News Release

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is reminding motorists of various lane and ramp closures in multiple locations along Interstate 80 (I-80) and State Route 20 (SR 20).

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Concert
Thunder Valley Casino Resort Announces Iconic Diana Ross at the Venue

Jun 20, 2025 08:44AM ● By Thunder Valley Casino Resort News Release

Experience the magic of Motown Royalty as Diana Ross performs live at the venue.

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California Street
Effort Launched to Combat Interstate 80 Brake Fires

Jun 12, 2025 04:25PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County District 5 Supervisor Cindy Gustafson works to address the growing brake fire concern and protect foothill and mountain communities along the heavily traveled corridor.

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Bus Stop
Placer Continues Free Rides for Sierra College Students

Jun 12, 2025 08:48AM ● By Placer County News Release

On Tuesday, the Placer County Board of Supervisors authorized the county’s director of public works to execute a reimbursement agreement with the Sierra Joint Community College District.

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Paid Parking to Resume June 2 in North Lake Tahoe

May 21, 2025 04:57PM ● By Placer County News Release

Community Invited to Series of Parking Stakeholder Meetings

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Construction work on road and bridge
Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

May 13, 2025 04:23PM ● By California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) News Release

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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Roseville DMV Office Opening on Saturday, May 17, for REAL ID Appointments

May 13, 2025 04:18PM ● By California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) News Release

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced today the Roseville office at 7200 Galilee Road will offer REAL ID appointments on Saturday, May 17, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Appointments are required, and only REAL ID services will be available during this time. Other DMV services will not be offered.

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Unlicensed Drivers Cause Shocking Number of Crashes in California

May 13, 2025 10:26AM ● By Sutliff & Stout News Release

A new study by auto accident attorneys Sutliff & Stout revealed that California had the seventh-highest rate of fatal crashes involving an unlicensed driver between 2019 and 2023.

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The outside southbound lane of Highway 49 at Dry Creek Road in Auburn will have nightwork while PG&E relocates a gas main ahead of a pedestrian walkway project.
Improving Safety and Reliability for Hometowns

May 07, 2025 11:18AM ● By PG&E News Release

PG&E Relocating Gas Main Auburn

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Rendering of bridge
Historic Yankee Jims Bridge Project Set to Begin, Road Closing

May 06, 2025 10:21AM ● By County of Placer News Release

Work on the Yankee Jims Replacement Project will begin May 19, starting a three-year construction process that will require the closure of Yankee Jims Road between Gillis Hill Road and Shirttail Canyon Road throughout the project.

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License to Kill

Apr 22, 2025 04:48PM ● By Robert Lewis, CalMatters.org

Ivan Dimov was convicted of reckless driving in 2013, after fleeing police in Washington state while his passenger allegedly dumped heroin out the window.

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Roseville DMV Office Opening for REAL ID Appointments

Apr 22, 2025 03:28PM ● By California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) News Release

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today announced the Roseville office at 7200 Galilee Road will offer appointments on Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., to accommodate customers who want to get a REAL ID before the May 7 federal enforcement date.

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Pony Express Re-Ride from Sacramento to St. Joseph

Apr 17, 2025 04:58PM ● By National Pony Express Association News Release

Pony Express Re-Ride Sacramento

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California Highway Patrol Urges Drivers to Stay Focused, Stay Alive

Apr 07, 2025 01:48PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a nationwide initiative that highlights the dangers of distracted driving and promotes safer driving habits.

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SMF Invests $2 Million in Public Art

Mar 18, 2025 10:24AM ● By Sacramento International Airport News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) continues its public art program with a $2-million investment in three permanent art installations as part of its SMForward expansion.

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Restoring California: A Call to Cobb Mountain

Mar 10, 2025 12:13PM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Visiting tiny towns is a bit of a civic duty that maybe wasn’t written into the curriculum or taught in lesson plans before we exited into the real world.

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