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First Installment of Property Taxes Due

Dec 01, 2025 05:00PM ● By Placer County Treasurer-Tax Collector Office 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 Wednesday, Dec. 10th at 5 p.m. for the 2025-2026 tax year.

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PCWA Adopts 2026 Budget

Nov 26, 2025 11:10AM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

At its Nov. 20 meeting, the Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors approved a $402.9 million budget for 2026, including funding for major water treatment plant upgrades and renewal projects throughout the county.

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Home Sales Remain Above Average During October

Nov 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By MPG Staff

New home sales in the Sacramento region rose modestly in September and remained above the historical average for this time of year, the North State Building Industry Association announced on Nov. 11.

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Hundreds of City Workers, Union Members, Cardroom Employees Protest Attorney General Bonta

Oct 22, 2025 02:41PM ● By California Gaming Association News Release

The proposed regulations are unnecessary and punitive, as the games are lawful under California law and have been operating for decades.

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A First for Funding - And for Asking

Oct 21, 2025 02:42PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

In 2024, Placer Community Foundation took a bold new approach to community grantmaking. For the first time ever, the Community Needs Fund invited local nonprofits to request funding and invited the community to help make those grants possible.

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Community Invited to Pair of Workshops to Weigh in on Affordable Housing Priority Applicant Policy

Sep 19, 2025 10:51AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is seeking community feedback on a potential Affordable Housing Priority Applicant Policy countywide. Staff will be hosting a couple of meetings to hear from residents and answer questions about the potential policy, beginning Sept. 30 in North Lake Tahoe and continuing Oct. 2 in Auburn.

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PCWA and South Placer Municipal Utility District Partner on $2.4 Million Pipeline Project in Newcastle

Sep 19, 2025 10:39AM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

The Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors approved a $2.4 million construction contract for the Old State Highway Pipeline Replacement Project, a joint effort with the South Placer Municipal Utility District (SPMUD), before traveling to Truckee for its annual East Slope board meeting.

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Loomis Soroptimist Education Award Applications Due Nov. 15

Sep 11, 2025 11:45AM ● By Soroptimist Loomis News Release

High school and college students as well as elementary school teachers are invited to apply by Nov. 15 for Soroptimist International of Loomis Basin grants.

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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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Lead Cleanup Project to Begin Mid-September at Former Lincoln Gun Range

Sep 10, 2025 11:09AM ● By Placer County

Lead remediation work is set to begin at the former Lincoln Gun Range and former Titan 1-A missile site, a project that is expected to take about two months to complete.

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Peer-to-Peer Payment is the New Cash

Jul 17, 2025 01:11PM ● By Joe Thompson

In Sacramento County, peer-to-peer payments are transforming how small businesses get paid.

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Housing Program Awarded Funding

Jul 01, 2025 05:15PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County has been awarded a nearly $14.9 million grant from the state’s Homekey+ program to expand permanent supportive housing in unincorporated Auburn by converting a former motel.

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Placer County Invoice Scam Alert

Jun 30, 2025 02:37PM ● By Placer County News Release

Community Development Resource Agency has confirmed one recent attempt by a scammer to solicit payment from a Placer County planning entitlement applicant.

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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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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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Placer County Hosts a Tariff Webinar

Jun 13, 2025 11:35AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is hosting a webinar for small businesses to explain tariffs and how local businesses can mitigate their impact.

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New 2025-29 Housing Action Plan

Jun 12, 2025 03:09PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Board approves 2025-29 housing action plan as Placer looks to accelerate 1,300 achievable housing units.

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

Jun 09, 2025 10:51AM ● By Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) News Release

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

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Placer County Launches New Software to Streamline Residential Solar Permits

Jun 09, 2025 09:35AM ● By Placer County News Release

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

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Draft Placer 2050 Vision Statement and Guiding Principles released

Jun 03, 2025 11:32AM ● By Placer County News Release

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.

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Placer County Adopts 2021-2029 Housing Element Amendment

Jun 03, 2025 08:48AM ● By Placer County News Release

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

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North Auburn Wastewater Pipeline Construction Project Begins March 10

Mar 07, 2025 09:54AM ● By County of Placer News Release

Work is set to begin on the North Auburn Wastewater Pipeline Project.

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California Drivers See a Slight Break at the Pump

Mar 03, 2025 06:16PM ● By AAA Northen California News Release

With winter nearly in the rearview, temperatures warmed up while gas prices cooled down. Last week, gas prices dropped by three cents, bringing the national average to $3.12 per gallon.

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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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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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IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Oct. 15 Tax-Filing Extension Deadline; Combat Zones, Disaster Areas, Israel have more time

Oct 07, 2024 02:28PM ● By IRS Media Relations News Release

The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers Oct. 7 to file their 2023 tax year federal income tax return on or before the upcoming Tuesday, Oct. 15, deadline to avoid possible late filing penalties.

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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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IRS Encourages People to Do an End-Of-Summer Tax Checkup

Sep 18, 2024 09:24AM ● By IRS News Release

The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to consider using the end of the summer to make tax withholding or payment updates to avoid a potential surprise next year at tax time.

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California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

Aug 20, 2024 08:55AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply

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CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

Jul 31, 2024 02:35PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento

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Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

Jul 31, 2024 02:13PM ● By Caltrans News Release

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California

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Capital SouthEast Connector Project’s $25-Million Funding Celebrated

Jul 17, 2024 01:17PM ● By Capital SouthEast Connector News Release

Many of the region’s elected officials with leaders in public safety and transportation on July 17 celebrated the United States Department of Transportation’s (DOT) allocation of $25 million to the Capital SouthEast Connector project.

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State Fair Here for 17 Days

Jul 09, 2024 01:30PM ● By Carol Feineman

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy

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Greater Sacramento Nonprofits Awarded Nearly Half Million Dollars from Bank of America

Jul 03, 2024 10:45AM ● By Bank of America News Release

Grants to 20 Organizations in Greater Sacramento Address Health and Jobs Needs of Individuals and Families

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