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Launchpad Program to Begin with $1M to Spur North Lake Tahoe Workforce Housing Construction

Apr 10, 2025 03:32PM ● By Placer County News Release

New funding will soon be available to spur the development of workforce housing projects in the North Lake Tahoe region.

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Auburn Sentinel
Supervisor Gustafson to Host Virtual Town Hall to Discuss Lake Tahoe Basin Housing Amendments

Mar 07, 2025 10:07AM ● By County of Placer News Release

District 5 Supervisor Cindy Gustafson is inviting the community to a virtual town hall meeting next week to hear updates regarding the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s Phase 2 housing amendments for the Tahoe Basin Area Plan.

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PCWA Prepares for Second Year of Water Reductions

Feb 28, 2025 11:11AM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) announced Feb. 21 that Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has halted water releases from Lake Spaulding to facilitate ongoing infrastructure repairs.

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Auburn Sentinel
Placer 'Red Sand' Event to Raise Awareness of Human Trafficking and Its Impact on Children

Jan 03, 2025 09:52AM ● By Placer County News Release

Red sand in sidewalk cracks: Families and organizations throughout Placer County are invited to join the Placer County Children's System of Care, Probation, law enforcement, education and other partners to raise awareness of human trafficking through the “Red Sand Project.”

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Auburn Sentinel
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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Auburn Sentinel
The Ranch Subdivision Moves Forward in West Placer

Dec 20, 2024 03:58PM ● By Placer County

The Placer County Board of Supervisors took action Tuesday to approve the environmental impact report, legislative actions and entitlement package necessary for construction of The Ranch, a 221.7-acre housing development in the Dry Creek area of west Placer.

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Auburn Sentinel
Cat Intakes Down at Placer County Animal Services, with Sponsored Spay/Neuter Program to Thank Shelter Staff and Partners Urge Community: “If You Feed It, Fix It”

Dec 20, 2024 03:29PM ● By Placer County

Placer County Animal Services is celebrating a significant reduction in cat and kitten shelter intakes, at least in part thanks to a low-cost spay and neuter program that the county has sponsored via nonprofit clinic Animal Spay and Neuter for the past two years.

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Placer County Water Agency Welcomes New Director Chris Wilson and Approves Key Contracts to Enhance Water Infrastructure

Dec 10, 2024 09:16AM ● By Placer County Water Agency

The Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors officially welcomed new Director Chris Wilson, representing District 3. Sworn in on December 6, Wilson was elected in November to a four-year term and fills the seat formerly held by Mike Lee for 26 years.

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Auburn Sentinel
Herbalife Family Foundation Awards $70,000 Grant to Loomis Nonprofit Koinonia Family Services

Dec 06, 2024 01:10PM ● By Herbalife Family Foundation News Release

- The Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF) has awarded a $70,000 grant to Koinonia Family Services, a Loomis-based nonprofit committed to supporting foster youth and families through trauma-informed care, offering resources to parents, and promoting family reunification to create brighter futures.

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Auburn Sentinel
Fentanyl Dealer Receives 20 Years to Life in Prison for Selling Deadly Fentanyl to Roseville Resident Kade Webb

Dec 06, 2024 08:59AM ● By Placer County News Release

Marking the first murder conviction by a jury in the region

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Auburn Sentinel
"Beam Signing" to kick-off construction at new Placer Community Health Center in Roseville

Dec 03, 2024 09:04AM ● By WellSpace Health News Release

WellSpace Health will kick-off construction of its new Placer Community Health Center with a “Beam Signing” on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. at 100 Stonehouse Court in Roseville, Calif.

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Auburn Sentinel
First Installment of Property Taxes Due

Nov 25, 2024 12:32PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Treasurer-Tax Collector is reminding property owners to avoid property tax penalties by paying the first installment of property taxes by Tuesday, Dec. 10th at 5 p.m. for the 2024-2025 tax year.

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Auburn Sentinel
Board Holds Firm on Defensible Space Inspection Deadline for North Lake Tahoe’s Short-Term Rentals, Makes Additional Amendments

Nov 22, 2024 09:52AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors advanced two amendments to the county’s short-term vacation rental ordinance Monday and heard an annual update for the STR program, including input from the Short-Term Rental Advisory Group and community feedback.

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Auburn Sentinel
Auburn Library Prepares for Temporary Relocation to Accommodate Major Renovation Project

Nov 21, 2024 03:46PM ● By Placer County News Release

After serving the community for over 50 years, the Auburn Library is gearing up for a transformational renovation and a temporary relocation to North Auburn.

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Auburn Sentinel
West Placer Affordable Housing Project Combines Primary Residences with ADUs

Nov 14, 2024 03:38PM ● By Placer County News Release

An innovative affordable housing project that combines primary residences with accessory dwelling units broke ground in west Placer County last week

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Auburn Sentinel
Placer County Elections Office Reminds Voters of Their Voting Options and Important Deadlines

Oct 24, 2024 05:00PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Elections Office would like to share a few details to ensure voters are able to confidently and successfully cast their ballots in the November 5, 2024, General Election.

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Auburn Sentinel
Placer County Launches New Community Engagement Platform

Oct 18, 2024 09:10AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County residents now have a new way to participate in local government initiatives with Oct. 17 launch of Engage Placer.

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Auburn Sentinel
Placer County Elections Office Reminds Voters About Registration Deadlines, Additional Office Hours and Vote Center Locations for November 5, 2024 General Election

Oct 17, 2024 04:29PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Elections Office would like to remind voters that the voting period for the November 5, 2024 General Election has officially begun.

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Auburn Sentinel
Community Invited to Zoning Text Amendment Town Hall Oct. 15

Oct 09, 2024 04:46PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Community Development Resource Agency is inviting the community to hear a presentation and provide feedback on proposed county code amendments during a town hall meeting Oct. 15.

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Auburn Sentinel
Placer Supervisors Oppose Props 5 and 33

Oct 08, 2024 05:00PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to adopt two resolutions today opposing California’s Propositions 5 and 33 on the November ballot.

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Auburn Sentinel
Bissell Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters

Oct 07, 2024 01:31PM ● By FieldHaven Feline Center News Release

Kitten Pop-Up Adoption Event and free Adoptions This Weekend!

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Auburn Sentinel
Placer County Elections Office Announces Voting Materials for Nov. 5 General Soon on Their Way

Oct 07, 2024 12:30PM ● By Placer County News Release

Voter education workshops to be held next week

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Auburn Sentinel
Secured Property Tax Bills for 2024-25 Have Been Mailed to Placer County Property Owners

Oct 07, 2024 12:24PM ● By Placer County Treasurer-Tax Collector Tristan Butcher News Release

Placer County Treasurer-Tax Collector Tristan Butcher announced today that the property tax bills for the 2024-2025 fiscal year have been mailed.

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Auburn Sentinel
Medication Take-Back Event Approaching; Year-Round Options Continue to Expand

Oct 01, 2024 09:14AM ● By Placer County News Release

As Placer County prepares to host another free medication take-back event on Oct. 26, local agencies continue to encourage residents to take advantage of permanent drop boxes and mail-in options that offer a safe, free way to dispose of medication year-round.

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Auburn Sentinel
County Expands Family Self Sufficiency Program to Help More Households Build Strong Financial Foundation

Sep 26, 2024 12:38PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is expanding its Family Self Sufficiency program, enabling more low-income households to access financial coaching, case management and other support services designed to build self-sufficiency.

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Auburn Sentinel
Community Volunteers Needed for Tax Assistance Program

Sep 24, 2024 10:48AM ● By Placer County News Release

Want to give back to the community in the new year? Placer County’s Free Tax Prep program (also known as VITA) is currently seeking volunteers for the 2025 tax season.

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Representative Kiley, Supervisor Landon to Partner with Placer County to Host Pet Adoption Event

Sep 24, 2024 10:40AM ● By Representative Kevin Kiley News Release

On Saturday, Sept. 28, residents and visitors can adopt any pet from the Auburn shelter for free.

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Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Sep 23, 2024 10:56AM ● By Mitch Barber

Multiple Projects Underway; Delays Expected Throughout Summer, Fall

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Auburn Sentinel
Placer County Jury Finds Fentanyl Dealer Guilty of Murder for the Death of Local Resident Kade Webb; First Jury Conviction in the Region

Sep 17, 2024 02:26PM ● By Placer County District Attorney's Office News Release

On Sept. 17, Placer County jury found defendant Carson Schewe, age 23, guilty of murder for selling Kade Webb a pill that contained a deadly amount of Fentanyl.

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Cinema at the State Presents ‘That Touch of Mink’

Sep 17, 2024 02:17PM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Two of Hollywood’s most beloved stars, Doris Day and Cary Grant, sparkle in this breezy, romantic comedy.

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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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Auburn Sentinel
Placer County Board of Supervisors Approves Hidden Falls Regional Park Trails Expansion Project Phase 2

Sep 16, 2024 11:49AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved the solicitation for bids and the resulting execution of a contract for the Hidden Falls Regional Park Trails Expansion Project Phase 2.

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SAFE Credit Union Back-to-School Drive Successful

Sep 11, 2024 02:45PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

SAFE Credit Union recently participated in a back-to-school supplies and backpack drive benefiting the Sacramento Children’s Home for students in elementary, middle, and high school.

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Auburn Sentinel
Placer County Public Health Shares Respiratory Virus Data; Updated Vaccines now Available

Sep 10, 2024 04:12PM ● By Placer County News Release

As updated vaccines become available through local healthcare providers, Placer County Public Health is sharing data around respiratory virus deaths in the last year, from July 2023 through June 2024.

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Auburn Sentinel
Reducing Wildfire Risk

Sep 10, 2024 03:56PM ● By Pacific Gas and Electric Company News Release

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is working to underground powerlines in Dutch Flat, Gold Run, Alta and Monte Vista in Placer County.

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