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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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Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Oct 07, 2024 11:58AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Multiple Projects Underway; Delays Expected Throughout Fall

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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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Placer, Tahoe National Forest to Host Two Community Meetings to Discuss the Lower Sawtooth Trailhead Improvements Project

Sep 27, 2024 01:17PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County and U.S. Forest Service - Tahoe National Forest will host a pair of community meetings next week to discuss the Lower Sawtooth Trailhead Improvements Project.

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Cinema at the State Presents The Music of Strangers – Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble

Sep 27, 2024 12:57PM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Cinema at the State Presents the Music of Strangers – Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble Thursday, Oct. 24, at 7 p.m. Sponsored by The Buxton-Neuhauser Trust at Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226-1/2 Lincoln Way, Auburn CA

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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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BriarPatch Food Co-op Grass Valley Receives 2023 EPA GreenChill Recognition

Sep 26, 2024 12:23PM ● By BriarPatch Food Co-op News Release

BriarPatch Food Co-op's Grass Valley store recently received special recognition from EPA’s GreenChill Program

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Placer County Secures $23.7M to Expand Broadband Access to More Foothill Communities

Sep 26, 2024 09:20AM ● By Placer County News Release

Another significant boost to broadband connectivity is headed for Placer County’s rural communities.

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Placer Supervisors Adopt Resolution Supporting Prop 36

Sep 26, 2024 09:06AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County’s Board of Supervisors unanimously supports California’s Proposition 36 ballot measure, voting Sept. 24, to adopt an affirming resolution. 

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Representative Kiley Praises Passage of the Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act, Urges Swift Signing into Law

Sep 26, 2024 09:00AM ● By Representative Kevin Kiley News Release

Representative Kevin Kiley (R-CA) released the following statement after the passage of his bill, the Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act, in the House.

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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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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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Funding awarded to reduce wildfire risk and increase vegetation management in North Lake Tahoe

Sep 17, 2024 02:08PM ● By Placer County News Release

In an effort to reduce wildfire risk in North Lake Tahoe, the Placer County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a $145,491 contract award to Bella Wildfire & Forestry Inc. to fund vegetation management and fuel load reduction work on 18 acres in Tahoe Vista.

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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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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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Deadline Extended to Apply for the Placer County Charter Review Committee

Sep 16, 2024 11:40AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County residents are invited to take part in a once-every-five-years review of the Placer County Charter.

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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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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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Placer County Ranks Number One in the Nation for Firewise USA Communities

Sep 10, 2024 03:48PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is now the top-ranked county in the United States and California for the number of communities participating in the Firewise USA program.

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CDPH Warns of Increased Risk of Valley Fever Through Fall

Sep 06, 2024 11:37AM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

Investigation Continues into Reports of Valley Fever Among Music Festival Attendees

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BriarPatch Food Co-op Auburn Hosting "The Brät Pack” Sausage and Beer Pairing

Sep 03, 2024 02:17PM ● By BriarPatch Food Co-op News Release

BriarPatch Food Co-op's Auburn store hosts a sausage and beer pairing on Sept. 19 with a theme that’s a blast from the past - “The Brät Pack.”

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Cinema at the State presents World Tour Paddling Film Festival

Aug 28, 2024 12:31PM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Join us for this popular annual event featuring the world’s best new paddling films that include whitewater, sea kayak, canoe, and stand up paddleboard (SUP) action.

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County Staff Introduce Launchpad Program

Aug 28, 2024 12:22PM ● By Placer County News Release

Incentives from Placer County to build or establish new workforce housing in the North Lake Tahoe region may soon be available.

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Cinema at the State Presents Women’s Adventure Film Tour (WAFT)

Aug 28, 2024 12:13PM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

The Women’s Adventure Film Tour (WAFT) returns with its highly anticipated 8th season of short films celebrating extraordinary women and their thrilling adventures.

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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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Stay Safe from Rattlesnakes

Aug 19, 2024 04:01PM ● By Judy Andrews

Although wildlife sightings are typically more common near rivers, creeks and open spaces, this year’s extreme heat has forced the local wildlife, including many unwelcome visitors such as venomous snakes, to seek food, water and shelter in populated areas, sometimes right into our backyards

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Protect Your Home: Attend the Upcoming Placer County Firewise USA Workshop

Aug 16, 2024 08:42AM ● By Placer County News Release

Community members are invited to participate in a free Firewise USA Program workshop Aug. 28 at 3 p.m.

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Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Aug 09, 2024 04:45PM ● By California Department of Transportation News Release

Caltrans is reminding motorists of various lane and ramp closures in multiple locations along Interstate 80 (I-80) as several projects and emergency repairs continue in Placer, Nevada and Sierra counties.

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Joint Air Quality Advisory from Placer County Health and Human Services and the Placer County Air Pollution Control District

Aug 09, 2024 08:48AM ● By Placer County Health and Human Services News Release

Placer County Health and Human Services and the Placer County Air Pollution Control District are issuing a joint air quality advisory through Sunday, August 11, 2024, to notify the public of poor air quality conditions due to smoke from the Crozier Fire burning in El Dorado County.

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Placer County’s Auburn, Rocklin Libraries Expand Hours to Enhance Community Access

Aug 08, 2024 02:42PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is thrilled to announce the expansion of operating hours at two of its major library locations, Rocklin located at 350 Nevada Street, Auburn, and Auburn located on 4890 Granite Drive, Rocklin.

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State Theatre Acting Company presents Golden Age Radio Theatre

Aug 08, 2024 10:58AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

State Theatre Acting Company (STAC) presents Golden Age Radio Theatre on Saturday, Aug. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Auburn, 710 Auburn Ravine Road, Auburn.

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Placer County Conservation Program receives $5.39 million in state and federal grants, acquires 430 acres for conservation

Aug 08, 2024 10:04AM ● By Placer County News Release

After receiving over $6.5 million in grant funds to acquire the southern 560 acres of the Riosa Redwing Ranch in 2022, the Placer County Conservation Program (PCCP) was additionally awarded over $5.39 million to purchase the remaining 430 acres of the Riosa Redwing Ranch.

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Californians Affected by Wildfire Smoke Should Take Steps to Protect Their Health

Jul 09, 2024 01:08PM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is Urging Californians to Take Steps to Protect Themselves from Air Pollutants

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