Local News in Nevada County

Public Invited to Review Measure Q Rebuttal Arguments Aug. 18-27

The public may examine the rebuttal arguments to Local Measure Q from Aug. 18-Aug. 27.

Community Information Session on North San Juan Cannabis Dispensary Selection Process

Nevada County is inviting community members to an information session on Thursday, Aug. 27 in North San Juan to learn about the application review and permitting process for a potential cannabis dispensary in North San Juan.

Notice of Board Vacancy - Public Art Commission of Truckee

Play an important role in the Town’s evolving public art program.

Nevada County to Host an Oil Filter Exchange and Battery Recycling Event August 29

Nevada County will host an Oil Filter Exchange event on Saturday, August 29 at O'Riley's in Grass Valley, where residents can trade in up to two used motor oil filters for a $15 voucher toward new replacements, open exclusively to county residents.

Local Candidates Announced for November Ballot

Offices up for election include seats on city councils, school districts, fire protection districts and other special districts.

Help Shape Nevada County’s Housing Future: Complete the Survey by September 6

Nevada County is updating its 2027–2035 Housing Element and wants to hear from you. Share your housing experiences and ideas to help shape future policies and programs. Take the survey by September 6 and help guide the county’s housing priorities.

Behind Every Smart Purchase: Nevada County Team Wins National Procurement Honor

The County's Purchasing Team (Des Belding, Jessica Jackson and Justin Howell) received the National Procurement Institute’s Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award.

Randomized Alphabet Draw Sets Candidate Order for Nov. 3 Election

Before every election, the Nevada County Elections Office and the California Secretary of State's Office conduct randomized alphabet drawings to determine the order of candidates' names on the ballot.

Community Invited to Participate in the Forest Health and Wildfire Risk Survey

Understanding Emergency Alerts in Nevada County

Nevada County residents may receive emergency information from the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office and Office of Emergency Services in four primary ways. Nevada County Alerts is the only emergency alert system residents can sign up for in advance.

From Livestock Scales to Treat Street: County Staff Support A Community Tradition

For Nevada County District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek, the Fair is more than just the animals, food and fair rides. It’s a community tradition that carries many memories. “I think that’s what the fair is all about. It’s all about community,” said Hoek.