Placer Continues Free Rides for Sierra College Students

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. Read More »

TCPUD Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Reopening of North Shore Trail

The North Shore Trail is one of the oldest and most beloved segments of the region’s multi-use trail network and has served as a recreation and transportation corridor for over five decades. Read More »

$5.5 Million Contract to Strengthen Placer County Water Reliability

Placer County Water Agency awards $5.5 million contract to replace crucial I-80 pipeline crossings, strengthen long-term water reliability. Read More »

‘We are Losing an Entire Generation’

According to the Sacramento District Attorney’s Office, more than 200 law enforcement members between Yolo, Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer and Yuba counties have participated in multiple operations to seize hundreds of pounds of fentanyl off the streets since 2021. Read More »

Placer County Moves Forward on Lead Cleanup at Former Lincoln Gun Range

Placer County acquired the Lincoln property on Oak Tree Lane in the late 1960s and constructed the gun range and a skeet range, which served as a training ground for law enforcement. Read More »

Placer County Transitions First-Time Homebuyer Program to Interest List Phase

Applicants that receive approval for the program will be contacted and provided a letter for their primary mortgage lender to use in the process of purchasing the home. Read More »

Placer County Awarded 20 More Vouchers for Families and Foster Youth

The Family Unification Program is designed to help families involved in child welfare services remain together or reunify. Read More »

Wine Country Curling Club Women’s Team Qualifies for 2025 Nationals

The team topped the field in a double round robin tournament featuring three women’s teams from across the MoPac region. Read More »

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

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

County Approves Two Shelter Operating Contracts With The Gathering Inn

Operations approved to continue providing temporary shelter services for the county's unsheltered residents. Read More »

Lake Tahoe Dance Collective Presents The 13th Annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival

The Lake Tahoe Dance Festival will feature artists from New York City Ballet, Broadway, Boston Ballet, Metropolitan Opera Ballet and more. Read More »

New Colfax Water Treatment Plant Marks a Major Investment in Placer County’s Water Future

New Colfax Water Treatment Plant will deliver greater reliability, resilience and sustainability for the region. Read More »

The Sierra Nevada Conservancy Opens Two Grant Programs, Awards $545,000 to 40 Acre Conservation League

Focused on land conservation, recreation, tourism and fuel reduction, The Sierra Nevada Conservancy works to improve California. Read More »

Placer's New Cancer Prevention Program Sounds Alarm on Melanoma as Summer Arrives

Placer County now ranks among the top five counties in California for melanoma rates, and local public health officials are launching a new cancer prevention effort aimed at reducing risk. Read More »

Placer County Launches New Software to Streamline Residential Solar Permits

Placer County introduces an automated online portal designed to expedite the permitting process for residential rooftop solar and energy storage systems. Read More »

Traffic Alert: Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Multiple projects underway with various lane and ramp closures. Read More »

2025 Placer County School Employees of the Year Announced

Placer County Superintendent of Schools Honors Nine Classified Staff Read More »

Meet Your Juke Box Heroes

Foreigner Returns to Northern California with a Hit-Packed Night of Unforgettable Anthems Read More »

Draft Placer 2050 Vision Statement and Guiding Principles released

The Vision Statement envisions Placer County in 2050 as a region that cherishes its natural beauty, fosters vibrant and inclusive communities and promotes sustainable growth. Read More »

Fifth Annual Placer County Fair Rib Cook-Off

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

Placer County Works With Nonprofits to Build Sustainability

Nonprofits aided through community grant funds, staff expertise, and community connections Read More »

PG&E Performing Routine Safety Inspection in Placer County

Pacific Gas & Electric Company began work on June 2 to inspect gas pipelines Read More »

Placer County Adopts 2021-2029 Housing Element Amendment

After a series of public hearings and workshops, the board took action in May 2024 to approve 15 sites Read More »

The Rhythm Riders Present Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline Tribute

The Benefit Features Johnny and Dee Price for Auburn State Theatre Read More »

Newly Remodeled Roseville Walmart Supercenter Re-Opens

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. Read More »

2025 Placer County Teachers of the Year Announced

Placer County Superintendent of Schools Honors Three Exemplary Teachers Read More »

2025 Placer County School Counselor of the Year Announced

Rachel Burkett from Loomis Union School District Honored by Placer County Superintendent of Schools Read More »

Free History All Summer!

Placer County Museums Announces Heritage Trail Tour Dates Read More »

Placer County Animal Services Launches Senior Discounts for Dog Licensing

Placer County Animal Services is helping senior pet owners keep their dogs licensed and safe with a new 50% discount for qualifying households. Read More »

Paid Parking to Resume June 2 in North Lake Tahoe

Community Invited to Series of Parking Stakeholder Meetings Read More »

Placer County Set to Aid First-Time Homebuyers with Down Payment Assistance Program

The Placer County Board of Supervisors this week approved updated eligibility guidelines for the county's first-time homebuyers program, which will provide qualified applicants with up to $100,000 in down payment assistance. 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 »

Local Man Visits All 50 States, Writes Book About the Best Spots in America

Author Matt Tory crisscrossed the country to find America’s “greatest hits” – now he’s taking readers on a funny, heartfelt tour of them all. 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 »