Paid Parking to Resume June 2 in North Lake Tahoe

Community Invited to Series of Parking Stakeholder Meetings Read More »

Placer County Launches Indigenous-Led Partnership to Boost Wildfire Resilience in Foresthill Divide

The Placer County Board of Supervisors has greenlit a collaboration with the newly formed Indigenous-led non-profit organization The Sierra Fund to advance priority wildfire resilience efforts in the Foresthill Divide community. Read More »

Whatcha Gonna Do May 31? Come see Pablo Cruise!

Fans of the early ’70s/late ’80s California sun and surf sound will be in for a treat to hear that the platinum-selling pop/rock group Pablo Cruise will perform at the Hard Rock Casino on May 31. Read More »

Incentives Offered to Replace Your Old Wood Stove

The Placer County Air Pollution Control District has announced an opportunity for Placer County residents to receive an incentive to replace their old, high-polluting wood stove/insert with a cleaner-burning, more efficient device. Read More »

Free Mulch for Your Yard!

Water-saving mulch available during Mulch Mayhem on Saturday, May 17. Read More »

Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures Read More »

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

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. Read More »

Placer County Student Wins California State Spelling Bee

Ryan Sekera, a student from Eureka Union School District in Placer County, was named champion at the California State Spelling Bee on Saturday, April 26. Read More »

Shaquille and Shaqir O’Neal Join the Hornets

National Basketball Association (NBA) Hall of Famer Dr. Shaquille O’Neal will serve as the general manager of Sacramento State University men’s basketball starting in the 2025-2026 season. Read More »

Aggies Make Statement at Lubbock Regionals

University of California Davis women’s golf put the nation on notice at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Lubbock Regionals, finishing better than number 18 Arizona and just one stroke off the final cut line with an impressive seventh-place finish to wrap up a historic season. Read More »

Placer’s Business Resource Center Announces Its Reopening in Time for Small Business Month Events

Placer County’s Business Resource Center has reopened its Rocklin office to help small business owners and entrepreneurs with walk-in or virtual appointments available four days a week. Read More »

Representative Kiley Secures Crucial Funding for Lake Tahoe Utility Districts to Fight Wildfires

Representative Kevin Kiley (R-CA) secured millions of dollars in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding for Lake Tahoe Utility Districts, helping them complete necessary infrastructure projects that will benefit all its residents and improve its wildfire response capabilities. Read More »

Caution Urged Near Rivers and Streams Due to Cold, Swift Flows from Spring Snowmelt

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) Reminds outdoor recreationists to be wary. Read More »

Improving Safety and Reliability for Hometowns

PG&E Relocating Gas Main Auburn Read More »

Gateway Project to Improve Old Auburn Road and Wachtel Way

Planned improvements to roads and pathways along Old Auburn Road and Wachtel Way are expected to start in 2028, as part of the city of Citrus Height’s Gateway Activation Project (GAP). Read More »

Historic Yankee Jims Bridge Project Set to Begin, Road Closing

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. Read More »

Housing Solutions for North Lake Tahoe Take Center Stage at Discover & Discuss Community Event in Kings Beach

More than 100 community members joined Placer County staff from various departments and other community partners this week at the county’s Discover & Discuss community event at the North Tahoe Event Center. Read More »

Former Rocklin Police Captain Appointed to Planning Commission

The Placer County Board of Supervisors has appointed Rocklin resident Trent Jewell to the Placer County Planning Commission, representing District 3. Read More »

Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair Returns May 15 with Entertainment, Workshops and More

In partnership with the local Campaign for Community Wellness, Placer County will host the second Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair on Thursday, May 15, in Roseville. Read More »

Placer to Host a Series of Events for Affordable Housing Month

Placer County is launching a series of events in May to recognize Affordable Housing Month and underscore the county’s ongoing commitment to addressing the critical need for safe, stable and affordable housing for all residents. Read More »

Young Women from the Sacramento Region will Attend Girls in STEM Camp with Sierra Nevada Journeys

Sierra Nevada Journeys is getting ready for Girls in STEM Camp. It is a transformative two-day outdoor experience designed to engage and inspire girls ages 10 to 14 in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Read More »

87th Annual Placer County Fair Starts June 26

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. Read More »

Placer County Invites North Lake Tahoe and Donner Summit Communities to Shape Green Waste Solutions

Placer County has launched a community-driven initiative to reimagine green waste recycling services in Franchise Area 3, which spans from Donner Summit to North Lake Tahoe. Read More »

Notice of Preparation for Granite View Condominium Revised Environmental Report Available for Public Review

A revised notice of preparation for environmental impact report for the proposed Granite View Condominium project is now available for public review and comment through May 22. Read More »

1 Pill Can Kill Placer Campaign Expands Efforts to Combat Fentanyl Crisis

Data shows fentanyl-related deaths declining in 2024 Read More »

Annual Point-in-Time Count Results for Placer and Nevada Counties

The annual Point-in-Time survey of people experiencing homelessness in Placer and Nevada counties was conducted on Jan. 29 to determine where people experiencing homelessness stayed the night of Jan. 28 and continued by street outreach teams through Feb 6. The survey count was conducted by local volunteers, nonprofits, and city and county staff. Read More »

CAL Fire Burn Permits Required May 1 in Nevada, Yuba, Placer, and Sierra Counties

he California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit has announced effective at 8 a.m., Thursday, May 1, all hazard reduction burning will require a permit in Nevada, Yuba, Placer and Sierra Counties. Read More »

Fighting Hunger Forever

Auburn Interfaith Food Closet’s Endowment Secures Their Future Read More »

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

Grant Applications for California’s Independent Restaurants are Now Open Read More »

Tahoe City Golf Course Irrigation Replacement Project Begins in May

Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) will begin construction this May on a $2.1 million project to replace the aging irrigation system at the Tahoe City Golf Course. Read More »

FBI Arrests Alleged South Lake Tahoe Fentanyl Distributor

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Sacramento Field Office announces the arrest of Timothy Austin Pannell, 31, of South Lake Tahoe, on a federal complaint for alleged distribution of fentanyl, a felony. Read More »

Annual Point-in-Time Count Results for Placer and Nevada Counties

The annual Point-in-Time survey of people experiencing homelessness in Placer and Nevada counties was conducted on Jan. 29 to determine where people experiencing homelessness stayed the night of Jan. 28 and continued by street outreach teams through Feb 6. Read More »