$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 »

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 Board of Supervisors Introduces Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map to Strengthen Wildfire Resilience

The Placer County Board of Supervisors introduced an ordinance designating moderate, high and very-high fire hazard severity zones in unincorporated areas of the county on May 28. Read More »

Supporting California’s Salmon Supply

Governor Newsom announces upgrades to 21 fish hatcheries to boost salmon populations Read More »

Newsom Funds Millions to Reduce Youth Homelessness

Continuing California’s success in reducing homelessness in youth, Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced May 23 $56 million awards to help 52 California counties provide housing and supportive services to young adults at risk of homelessness. Read More »

State-Specific Tools Highlight Small Business Tax Deduction Benefits

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, has released two new digital tools to help small business owners, policymakers and the public in California. Read More »

Data Shows Slowing Decline in Overall School Enrollment

On May 21, the California Department of Education released 2024 to 2025 school enrollment data on DataQuest (https://dq.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/), showing that the decline in public school enrollment has begun to slow. Read More »

California Residents Paying Nearly Double for Power since 2015

California has seen the second largest increase in energy costs, with a 74% increase between 2015 and 2023. Read More »

California Exceeds Four Million Myshake App Downloads

During Earthquake Preparedness Month, Governor Gavin Newsom announced on April 25 a major milestone: the MyShake app, which alerts Californians before an earthquake begins, has surpassed 4 million downloads, the equivalent of more than 10% of the state. Read More »

Placer Awarded $14.5M to Build New Residential Substance Use Treatment Facility

Placer County has been awarded $14.5 million in competitive state funding to convert a building in Auburn into a residential treatment center for substance use disorder, expanding access to local care for residents. Read More »

How Bob and Stephanie Snyder Give Back Through Placer Community Foundation

Bob, a retired civil engineer and successful developer, and Stephanie, a former public servant for city managers and county executives, are long-time residents of Auburn and great examples of how thoughtful philanthropy can improve life for others. Read More »

Forest Service to Conduct Understory Burn Beginning Next Week Near South Lake Tahoe

Fire Information Booth Available During Active Burning Read More »