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Placer County Launches Interactive Budget Website

Nov 04, 2026 04:52PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County has launched a new interactive budget website that gives residents a more accessible way to explore the county's adopted budget and learn how public funds support services, programs and infrastructure throughout the community.

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Regional Partnership Secures Opportunity Zone 2.0

Nov 04, 2026 04:03PM ● By Placer County News Release

A collaborative effort among Placer County, the North Tahoe Community Alliance and regional partners has helped secure a federal Opportunity Zone 2.0 designation for Kings Beach, creating new opportunities to attract private investment, support local businesses and advance housing and economic development in North Lake Tahoe.

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Placer County Advances Haines Road Bridge Replacement Project

Nov 04, 2026 10:15AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is moving forward with plans to replace the aging Haines Road bridge over Wise Canal in North Auburn, taking two key steps toward construction of a safer, modern two-lane crossing

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Placer County Board of Supervisors Approves $1 Million Contribution Toward Preservation

Nov 04, 2026 09:58AM ● By Placer County News Release

525-acre property of primarily blue oak woodlands west of the Auburn Valley Country Club community could soon become part of Placer County’s growing network of protected open space, bringing together local government and nonprofit partners to preserve valuable natural resources.

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151 Years of Clay and Craft

Nov 03, 2026 05:36PM ● By Sara Jackson, photos by Sara Jackson

By the late 1800s, California was growing at a remarkable pace.

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Goat Herders Gain Wage Parity Under AB 187

Nov 03, 2026 05:12PM ● By Sara Jackson

A new California law backed by Placer County has restored wage parity between goat and sheep herders, resolving a pay disparity that local officials warned could jeopardize prescribed grazing programs used to reduce wildfire danger.

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Veterans Day 2026: Quilts of Valor

Nov 03, 2026 04:55PM ● By Bob Olenczak-Olin

“QUILTS = HEALING.” Two words represented a dream of Catherine Roberts.

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Remember and Honor

Nov 03, 2026 04:40PM ● By Mary Jane Popp

It’s the oldest Veteran’s Day parade in the state of California.

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A Life of Service

Nov 03, 2026 04:27PM ● By Sara Jackson, photo by Sara Jackson

Retired Rear Adm. Bonnie Potter spent nearly three decades breaking barriers in Navy medicine, eventually becoming the first female physician in the U.S. Navy to be selected for flag rank.

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First to Open on the West Coast, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe Kicks-Off the Winter Season

Nov 03, 2026 03:51PM ● By Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe News Release

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe will be the first ski area open on the west coast for the 2026-27 winter season thanks to early season snow and cold temperatures that have allowed for snowmaking operations to get underway.

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Health and Human Services Highlights Three Holiday Giving Opportunities

Nov 03, 2026 01:51PM ● By Placer County News Release

As the holiday season approaches, Placer County Health and Human Services is encouraging community members to support local children and animals through three seasonal giving opportunities across Placer County.

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PCWA Board Raises Concerns Over State Fleet Regulations

Nov 02, 2026 11:58AM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

The Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) Board of Directors has directed staff to pursue changes to California's recently approved Advanced Clean Fleets regulations.

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North Tahoe Galleries Join Placer Artists Tour

Nov 02, 2026 11:39AM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

North Tahoe galleries join Placer Artists Tour for the first time Nov. 6-8

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Women's Adventure Film Tour
Auburn State Theatre Presents "2026 Women's Adventure Film Tour"

Oct 29, 2026 11:05AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

The Women’s Adventure Film Tour (WAFT) returns with its highly anticipated 10th season of short films celebrating the creativity of women navigating the challenges of both the outer world and their own inner landscapes

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Placer County Elections Office to Perform Manual Tally of Election Results

Oct 29, 2026 10:32AM ● By Placer County News Release

In accordance with provisions of the election laws of the State of California, the Placer County Elections Office gives notice that, on Nov. 4 at 10 a.m., the office will randomly select precincts and vote centers for a manual tally of no less than 1% of the precincts and vote centers casting ballots at the Nov. 3 General Election

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Placer County Animal Services Center Celebrates 10 Years

Oct 29, 2026 10:20AM ● By Placer County Animal Services

Placer County Animal Services is marking 10 years at its Animal Services Center in Auburn, and inviting the community to join the celebration.

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Tahoe City Public Utility District Board of Directors to Hold Annual Budget Workshop

Oct 27, 2026 02:40PM ● By Tahoe City Public Utility District News Release

The Tahoe City Public Utility District Board of Directors will receive a presentation and hold a public workshop to review the draft 2027 Budget on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 4 p.m.

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A Legacy of Giving: Vernon "Bud" and Bernie Beadles

Oct 27, 2026 02:02PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

Bud and Bernadine “Bernie” Beadles met in France in 1956, when a friend convinced Bud, an Air Force jet pilot, to help Bernie move boxes from one barracks to another.

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Tahoe City Public Utility District will temporarily close the Lake Forest Boat Ramp from November 1 through November 30, 2026, to complete permitted dredging operations.  
Lake Forest Boat Ramp in Tahoe City to Temporarily Close for Scheduled Dredging

Oct 26, 2026 04:36PM ● By Tahoe City Public Utility District News Release

Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) will temporarily close the Lake Forest Boat Ramp from Nov. 1 through Nov. 30 to complete permitted dredging operations.

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Boutique Pilates Studio opens in Granite Bay
Boutique Fitness Brand Comes to Granite Bay

Oct 26, 2026 10:26AM ● By RockSalt Pilates News Release

Free Classes, Giveaways and a Chance to Win a Year of Unlimited Membership Make for a Day of Fun and Wellness on Thursday, Nov. 12

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Board Approves SNOW Museum and Cultural Center

Oct 22, 2026 10:20AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Sierra Nevada Olympic Winter Museum and Community Cultural Center project will move forward following the Placer County Board of Supervisors' approval in North Lake Tahoe.

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Placer County Encourages Residents to Prepare for El Niño

Oct 21, 2026 04:48PM ● By Placer County News Release

With the U.S. National Weather Service forecasting an El Niño climate pattern of likely historic strength for California this year, Placer County is urging residents this California Flood Preparedness Week to take steps now to prepare.

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Placer County, UC Davis explore regional science, education and community hub in Tahoe City
UC Davis Explores Regional Science, Education and Community Hub in Tahoe City

Oct 21, 2026 11:42AM ● By Placer County News Release

University of California, Davis could soon bring hands-on community education and world-class scientific research to Tahoe City.

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Placer County Advances Cabin Creek Biomass Facility Through New Partnership Agreements

Oct 21, 2026 10:42AM ● By Placer County News Release

The North Lake Tahoe region is one step closer to a biomass facility that transforms woody material into biochar and other renewable products.

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Popular Commemorative Mama Bear and Baby Bear Plaques Support Improvements

Oct 21, 2026 10:25AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors today approved a partnership with the Tahoe Fund to sell and install commemorative donor plaques along North Lake Boulevard in Tahoe City.

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Auburn Declares 'Extra Mile Day'

Oct 21, 2026 09:55AM ● By Extra Mile America News Release

Mayor Davis recognizes the volunteers going the extra mile to help keep Auburn strong.

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Placer County Seals a Message to the Future

Oct 20, 2026 11:19AM ● By Sara Jackson, photos by Sara Jackson

Seventy-five years from now, Placer County residents will have an unusual opportunity to look back at life in 2026, through an iPhone, a flake of gold, government records, photographs, toys, handwritten letters and other pieces of everyday life carefully preserved inside a 19th-century safe.

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2026 California Farm to School Summit took place at Soil Born Farms
What’s Cooking in California Schools?

Oct 20, 2026 09:30AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Farm to School Summit brings state leaders, local students and fresh ideas

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Placer Breast Cancer Foundation Expands Support for Patients in Roseville

Oct 19, 2026 01:39PM ● By Placer Breast Cancer Foundation News Release

Local patients benefit from services and resources at Sutter Roseville Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Roseville bolstered by Placer Breast Cancer Foundation

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SAFE Credit Union Partners with Sierra College to Showcase Student Artwork

Oct 19, 2026 12:06PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Highlighting its commitment to community-focused banking, SAFE Credit Union is investing in the futures of emerging area art students by displaying their work at its newest branch in Granite Bay.

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TCPUD Invites Community Input on Future of Tahoe City Community Center Property

Oct 16, 2026 11:32AM ● By Tahoe City Public Utility District News Release

Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) invites community members to attend a meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. at North Tahoe High School

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Placer County Elections Office Offers Reminders about General Election

Oct 16, 2026 10:39AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Elections Office offers reminders about registration deadlines, additional office hours and vote center locations for November 3, 2026 General Electio

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PCWA Breaks Ground on Ophir Water Treatment Plant

Oct 16, 2026 09:31AM ● By PCWA News Release

Generational investment will expand drinking water capacity and strengthen reliability for western Placer County

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Tahoe Construction Season Ends With Great Progress

Oct 14, 2026 10:45AM ● By Tahoe Transportation District News Release

Stay up to date on project plans with newly launched East Shore StoryMap Website

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General Election Materials On Their Way to Placer County Voters

Oct 13, 2026 10:30AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County voters should be on the lookout for their Placer County Voter Information Guide and vote-by-mail ballot packets for the November 3, 2026 General Election.

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