Tahoe-area Families Receive Free Air Purifiers from Forest Service

Free air purifiers are being distributed to low-income seniors and families in the Placer County area of the Lake Tahoe Basin, with the first of 92 deliveries happening this week. Read More »

Assemblyman Patterson's Legislation Prohibiting Governor and State Officials From Using NDAs Signed into Law

Assemblyman Joe Patterson, R-Rocklin, announced today that AB 1652 has been signed into law, strengthening transparency and accountability in California state government by prohibiting the Governor and top state officials from using non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to conceal discussions related to legislation and regulations. Read More »

Planning Commission Recommends Approval of Sierra Nevada Olympic Winter Museum and Community Cultural Center

The Placer County Planning Commission took action yesterday to unanimously recommend the Board of Supervisors approve the proposed Sierra Nevada Olympic Winter Museum and Community Cultural Center, a project envisioned to celebrate the legacy of the 1960 Winter Olympics and the history of winter sports in the Sierra Nevada. Read More »

Tahoe City Oktoberfest Celebrates 20th Anniversary Sept. 19

Prost! Tahoe City Oktoberfest celebrates its 20th anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 19, from noon to 5 p.m. at Gatekeeper’s Museum/William B. Layton State Park with an afternoon of craft beer, Bavarian-inspired food, live music, games, kids’ activities and bounce house, craft vendor village, photo booth, and fall fun on the shores of Lake Tahoe. Read More »

Workforce Housing Preservation Program Update Expands Eligibility and County Seeks Community Input on Launchpad Program

Placer County continues to make strides in helping local workers find and maintain housing in the North Lake Tahoe region. Read More »

The Truckee River Watershed Council is Repairing Stretches of Donner Creek

Three restoration projects will restore creek habitat, better protect community from major storm events Read More »

Placer County Air Pollution Control District Opens 2026 Air Art Calendar Contest

The Placer County Air Pollution Control District is inviting K–12 students attending school in Placer County to participate in its 2026 Air Art Calendar Contest. Read More »

Tahoe Literary Festival Returns Oct. 9 to 11

The 3rd annual Tahoe Literary Festival will take place from Oct. 9 to 11, bringing acclaimed authors, poets, memoirists and literary professionals to Tahoe City for three days of author conversations, panels, generative workshops, craft talks, community open mic, book fair, singer-songwriters’ showcase and writers' retreat. Read More »

A 35 Year Tradition of Celebrating Polish Culture

Have you danced the Polka, ate Pierogi and had your picture taken with a “Polish Princess”? Never, you say? Well, it’s about time you did! Read More »

Placer County Board Approves Funding Requests for Two Affordable Housing Projects

The Placer County Board of Supervisors today approved two funding requests supporting the development of affordable housing projects in Penryn and West Placer County. Read More »

Area Homebuilders Do More Than Just Build Homes

Our industry helps people rebuild their lives and gives young people a path toward rewarding careers Read More »

PCWA Board Approves Formation of RiverArc Joint Powers Authority

The Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors last week approved a Joint Powers Agreement with the cities of Sacramento and Roseville, establishing the RiverArc Joint Powers Authority (JPA) and formalizing a regional water supply partnership that has been years in the making. Read More »

Merchants Capital Delivers $193M+ for 504 Units of Affordable Family and Senior Housing in Rocklin

Leading financial services provider Merchants Capital announced $193.8 million in total financing provided for the construction of The Frances and The Steven, a pair of low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) developments to be built in Rocklin, California. Read More »

Les Mis is Coming to Sutter Steet Theatre

Les Misérables is the world’s longest running musical — a true modern classic based on Victor Hugo’s novel and featuring one of the most memorable scores of all time. Read More »

Placer Repertory Theater Announces 2026-2027 Season: Unmasking the Shadow

Delusion and misperception drive the stories shared by Placer Repertory Theater's 2026-2027 theatrical season, “Unmasking the Shadow." Read More »

Placer Launches StoryCorps-Inspired Oral History Project for its 175th Anniversary

Placer County has launched a StoryCorps-inspired community oral history collection project as it continues observances for its 175th anniversary this year. Read More »

Poetry in Parks Brings Free Cultural Programming to Tahoe City

Poetry, music and art come together on the shores of Lake Tahoe on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 3 to 5 p.m. Read More »

Affordability Issues Keep New Home Sales at Pre-Pandemic Levels

New home sales in July continued to reflect a return to post-pandemic levels, the North State Building Industry Association reported. Read More »

Placer County Board of Education Seeks Applicants for Trustee Area 5

The Placer County Office of Education (PCOE) is seeking applications from residents interested in being appointed to a vacancy on the Placer County Board of Education (County Board), created by the resignation of Trustee Kelli Gnile. Read More »

Whole Foods Market Announces a Recall of Select Foods Products Because of Possible Health Risk

Recall issued in connection with Coast Citrus Distributors’ recall of fresh jalapenos associated in an outbreak FDA is currently investigating Read More »

California Fuel Prices Continue to Fall

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Placer County Board of Supervisors Calls for Legislative Action to Restore Wage Parity for Goat Herders

The Placer County Board of Supervisors is urging the California Legislature to take immediate action to restore wage parity between sheep herders and goat herders, citing the critical role prescribed grazing plays in reducing wildfire risk across the state. Read More »

Placer County Library's Jurassic Summer Reading Program Inspires More Than 2.7 Million Minutes of Reading

Placer County readers spent the summer digging into books, completing activities and exploring the world of reading as part of the 2026 Jurassic Summer Reading Program: “Unearth a Story!” Read More »

North Tahoe Chamber to Accept Funding Applications for 2027 Events

Events that help animate North Tahoe communities are invited to apply for funding starting August 15, 2026 Read More »

Ten Local Residents Fill Open NTCA and North Tahoe Chamber Committee Seats

The NTCA Board of Directors recently approved the appointment of 10 local residents to four volunteer committees convened by the NTCA and North Tahoe Chamber that help guide work and investments in support of local businesses, residents and visitors. Read More »

Auburn State Theatre Presents, 'More Than Robots'

Sponsored by Arts Council of Placer County, this documentary follows four teams of teenagers from around the world as they prepare for the 2020 FIRST® Robotics Competition Read More »

Escapology, World’s Largest Escape Room Franchise, Opens at Fountains at Roseville

Eight Unique Game Rooms Include Now You See Me™, Batman™: The Dark Knight™ Challenge… Scooby-Doo™ and the Spooky Castle Adventure… A Pirate’s Curse… Lost City… and More Read More »

Sacramento Selected as New Sample Area for the Consumer Price Index

The United States Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) will begin collecting data for the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the Sacramento area in October. Read More »

Auburn Library to Celebrate Reopening with Ribbon Cutting Aug. 22

After undergoing 18 months of renovations, the Placer County Library on Nevada Street in Auburn is ready to welcome the community back with a grand reopening celebration on Saturday, Aug. 22. Read More »

History of Sacramento Baseball on Display

For baseball fans looking to escape the summer heat, a drive to the Sacramento History Museum will treat visitors to the Play Ball! exhibit that traces the history of baseball in Sacramento from the first official game in 1860 to the present-day River Cats team. Read More »

Celebrate Tahoe City Day with Free Historic Walking Tours

Celebrate Tahoe City's 163rd anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 8, with a day dedicated to the community's rich history, featuring free Historic Walking Tours. Read More »

Placer County Begins Review for Proposed Gateway Park Project

The Placer County Community Development Resource Agency has released a notice of preparation for an environmental impact report for the proposed Gateway Park at Tahoe National Forest project. Read More »