Fireworks Return to Tahoe City for First Time Since 2019

The Tahoe CIty Downtown Association has launched its Bring Back the Boom fireworks fundraising campaign to bring Fourth of July fireworks back to Tahoe City in 2025! The community has spoken loud and clear – they prefer fireworks over drones. The fireworks shows are completely funded by donations. Read More »

Placer County Water Agency Introduces Digital Annual Report

On the week of March 31, Placer County Water Agency debuted its first all-digital annual report online. This new microsite is housed on the agency’s PCWA.net website and offers a transparent look at the agency’s operations, finances, and community impact. The website is visited by thousands of customers each month, so this change will improve accessibility and public awareness. Read More »

Child Abuse Prevention Month Activities Will Support and Educate Placer families Throughout April

Earlier this month, the Board of Supervisors approved a proclamation declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Placer County, kicking off a month-long series of activities and events that will culminate with the county’s annual Child and Family Resource Fair on April 23 in Roseville – with food, free items including diapers and bike locks, resources and more. Read More »

Medication Take-Back Event Approaching

As Placer County prepares to host another free medication take-back event on April 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. Read More »

Second installment of Property Taxes Due

The Placer County Treasurer-Tax Collector is reminding property owners to avoid property tax penalties by paying the second installment of property taxes by Thursday, April 10 at 5 p.m. for the 2024-2025 tax year. Read More »

Placer County Water Agency Continues to Address Water Delivery Challenges

At its March 20 meeting, the Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors received an update on the ongoing efforts to address water supply challenges caused by damage to Pacific Gas and Electric Company’s (PG&E) Lake Spaulding Powerhouses and its impact on water deliveries. Read More »

Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization. Read More »

April 2 Vendor Workshop to Conduct Business with Placer County

Join Placer County's Procurement Services Division to learn how the county contracts with vendors to provide services and goods that are critical to serving our residents. Read More »

Chapa-De Indian Health Breaks Ground on South Placer Health Center

Chapa-De Indian Health is proud to announce that construction is officially underway for its new South Placer Health Center located at 1451 West Stanford Ranch Road in Rocklin. Read More »

Dylan Logelin Sworn in as a Dylan California Highway Patrol Officer

Dylan Logelin of Auburn, Calif., has successfully completed cadet training at the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Academy. He is assigned to duty at the CHP’s Quincy Area office. Read More »

Placer County Schools Recognized for Excellence in Positive School Climates

The Placer County Office of Education is proud to announce that students and staff members from 53 Placer County schools have been recognized by California PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) for their exceptional commitment to fostering positive school environments during the 2023-2024 school year. Read More »

On Stage from the State presents Muriel Anderson

As part of Auburn State Theatre’s 2025 Acoustic Guitar Series, Muriel Anderson brings her virtuosity of the 20-string harp-guitar along with uplifting songs, melodies and gentle humor that leave her audience smiling. Read More »

Spring Prescribed Fire Operations Continue at Lake Tahoe

The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team will continue prescribed burning this week at Lake Tahoe, conditions and weather permitting. Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will burn piles on the East Shore and Kingsbury Grade to reduce excess vegetation (fuels) that can feed unwanted wildfires. Smoke will be present. Sign up for notifications by sending an email to Prescribed Fire Notification List. Read More »

Loomis Soroptimist to Host Fiesta Bingo April 30

Soroptimist International of Loomis Basin will host the Fiesta Bingo fundraiser on Wednesday, April 30. This family-friendly event will be held at the Blue Goose Event Center, 3550 Taylor Rd, Loomis CA 95650. The doors open at 5 PM and the event begins at 6 PM. Soroptimist is a global volunteer organization that provides women and girls with access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment. Read More »

Truckee Literary Crawl 2025 Happening on April 5

Get ready for an unforgettable free literary experience at the April 5 Truckee Literary Crawl, where an eclectic mix of authors will showcase the richness of storytelling across multiple genres. Read More »

Placer County Spelling Bee Champions Announced

Two Students Advance to California State Spelling Bee Read More »

Placer County Office Of Education to Secure Conservation Of Clover Valley

The Placer County Office of Education (PCOE) has taken a leadership role in the successful effort to conserve 402 acres of Clover Valley by approving a final $2.37 million investment on March 13, securing the full funding needed for its permanent protection through a conservation easement. Read More »

Robert Dixon Sworn in as a California Highway Patrol Officer

Robert Dixon of Roseville, Calif., has successfully completed cadet training at the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Academy. He is assigned to duty at the CHP’s North Sacramento Area office. Read More »

California Capital Airshow Educates Next Generation

Mather Airport hosted its 19th annual California Capital Airshow through Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23, where families from throughout the Sacramento region viewed stunning flight performances and learned hands-on about the aircrafts soaring in the sky. Read More »

Prescribed Fire Operations to Continue at Lake Tahoe

Conditions and weather permitting, Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team members will continue prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe. The Nevada Division of Forestry will burn piles at Spooner Lake and Backcountry State Park south of Tunnel Creek to reduce excess vegetation (fuels) that can feed unwanted wildfires. Read More »

County Urges Travelers to be Prepared for Snowfall Delays

Placer County officials are advising travelers to expect delays due to winter weather conditions, icy roads, low visibility and snow-packed surfaces along major roadways in the Sierra and North Lake Tahoe. Read More »

Cinema at the State presents UTAMA

Set in the starkly beautiful Bolivian highlands, this moving drama of devotion and survival centers on elderly lama farmers Virginio and his wife Sisa. Read More »

New Webpage to Help Residents with Fire Hazard Mapping

Placer County, in partnership with the Placer County Fire Department, has launched the Engage Placer: Fire Hazard Severity Zones webpage, a centralized hub to help residents understand newly updated wildfire hazard maps, compliance requirements and insurance information. Read More »

Placer Rep Announces Auditions for Sherlock Holmes

Audition submissions are now being accepted to fill paid roles in the Placer Repertory Theater Spring 2025 lively stage reading of a new play, Sherlock Holmes: The Sign of the Four, that will tour April 24 through May 2 to three venues in the Greater Sacramento Area. Read More »

South Lake Tahoe Mom, Business Founder Calls on Representative Kevin Kiley to Meet with His Constituents

Hannah Shaffer, a business founder and mom of kids in South Lake Tahoe, has issued a call to her U.S. Representative, Kevin Kiley, to meet with his constituents in a town hall during the upcoming Congressional recess. Read More »

Lake Tahoe Prescribed Fire Operations Continue

The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team will continue prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe, if conditions and weather are available. Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District will continue burning piles near Glenbrook and on Kingsbury Grade to reduce excess vegetation (fuels) that can feed unwanted wildfires. Read More »

SAFE Accepting Applications for $16,000 in Scholarships

SAFE Credit Union is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship awards for $4,000 each to support graduating high school seniors and students currently attending community college. Read More »

We Prosper Together Awards $5 Million to Advance 11 High-Impact Projects

We Prosper Together is investing $5 million in 11 transformative initiatives across the Capital Region to advance economic resilience and create high-quality jobs. Read More »

Two New Musicians Join the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera

The Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera received a fresh injection of artistic talent with the appointment of two new musicians to the orchestra: Dr. Laura Arganbright, second oboe, and Harry Hwang, second clarinet. Read More »

Mulumba Led the Nation in Rebounding

Congratulations to Sacramento City College sophomore Joyce Mulumba for leading the nation in rebounding for the 2024-2025 season! Read More »

State Using Tech to Improve Anglers’ Experience

- The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is excited to announce the launch of a web-based platform called the California Inland Recreational Angler Survey (CIRAS), that will provide the public with helpful fishing information driven by data submitted by anglers. Read More »

Hornets Receive Crew of the Week Honors

The Hornets' Varsity Eight was named the West Coast Conference Crew of the Week for the team's performance on March 8 at the season-opening Sacramento State Invitational. Read More »

TY Johnson Named to All-Big West First Team

The University of California (UC), Davis senior guard TY Johnson, one of the most dynamic two-way players in college basketball, was named to the All-Big West First Team on Tuesday, March 11, as announced by the conference. Read More »

New Home Sales Rebounded in February

Sacramento-area new home sales slowed during the first three weeks of February before coming back strong during the last week of the month, according to the North State Building Industry Association on March 11. Read More »

SMF Invests $2 Million in Public Art

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) continues its public art program with a $2-million investment in three permanent art installations as part of its SMForward expansion. Read More »