Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair Returns May 15 with Entertainment, Workshops and More

In partnership with the local Campaign for Community Wellness, Placer County will host the second Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair on Thursday, May 15, in Roseville. Read More »

Young Women from the Sacramento Region will Attend Girls in STEM Camp with Sierra Nevada Journeys

Sierra Nevada Journeys is getting ready for Girls in STEM Camp. It is a transformative two-day outdoor experience designed to engage and inspire girls ages 10 to 14 in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Read More »

87th Annual Placer County Fair Starts June 26

Fairgoers will also enjoy live entertainment, dozens of food booths, the crowning of Miss Placer County, shop custom arts and crafts vendors, and choose the region's top rib master. Read More »

Placer County Invites North Lake Tahoe and Donner Summit Communities to Shape Green Waste Solutions

Placer County has launched a community-driven initiative to reimagine green waste recycling services in Franchise Area 3, which spans from Donner Summit to North Lake Tahoe. Read More »

Notice of Preparation for Granite View Condominium Revised Environmental Report Available for Public Review

A revised notice of preparation for environmental impact report for the proposed Granite View Condominium project is now available for public review and comment through May 22. Read More »

1 Pill Can Kill Placer Campaign Expands Efforts to Combat Fentanyl Crisis

Data shows fentanyl-related deaths declining in 2024 Read More »

Annual Point-in-Time Count Results for Placer and Nevada Counties

The annual Point-in-Time survey of people experiencing homelessness in Placer and Nevada counties was conducted on Jan. 29 to determine where people experiencing homelessness stayed the night of Jan. 28 and continued by street outreach teams through Feb 6. The survey count was conducted by local volunteers, nonprofits, and city and county staff. Read More »

CAL Fire Burn Permits Required May 1 in Nevada, Yuba, Placer, and Sierra Counties

he California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit has announced effective at 8 a.m., Thursday, May 1, all hazard reduction burning will require a permit in Nevada, Yuba, Placer and Sierra Counties. Read More »

Fighting Hunger Forever

Auburn Interfaith Food Closet’s Endowment Secures Their Future Read More »

Tahoe City Golf Course Irrigation Replacement Project Begins in May

Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) will begin construction this May on a $2.1 million project to replace the aging irrigation system at the Tahoe City Golf Course. Read More »

FBI Arrests Alleged South Lake Tahoe Fentanyl Distributor

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Sacramento Field Office announces the arrest of Timothy Austin Pannell, 31, of South Lake Tahoe, on a federal complaint for alleged distribution of fentanyl, a felony. Read More »

Annual Point-in-Time Count Results for Placer and Nevada Counties

The annual Point-in-Time survey of people experiencing homelessness in Placer and Nevada counties was conducted on Jan. 29 to determine where people experiencing homelessness stayed the night of Jan. 28 and continued by street outreach teams through Feb 6. Read More »

Colla Voce gets Spotlight of the Month for Arts Council of Placer County

Join us in congratulating and celebrating the 20th year of Colla Voce, a non-profit arts organization based in Auburn. They began in 2005 as an adult group of chamber singers under Founding Artistic Director, Janine Dexter. Read More »

Supervisor Gustafson Appointed to State Board of Fire Services

Placer County District 5 Supervisor Cindy Gustafson was appointed by the governor April 23 to serve on the State Board of Fire Services. Read More »

Great Turnout for Arts Advocacy Day

On April 23, a dedicated team of Placer County arts advocates made their voices heard at the California State Capitol, representing local arts organizations and lobbying for critical support. Read More »

279 More Acres of Blue Oak Woodlands Are Now Protected in Western Placer County

A partnership between Placer Land Trust, Placer County, and the Placer Conservation Authority to conserve 279 acres of blue oak woodlands recently closed escrow. Read More »

Public Health Launches Campaign to Reduce Deadly Senior Falls

Placer County is rolling out a new fall prevention campaign aimed at protecting older adults who face the highest risk of deadly falls. Read More »

Buzz Oates and Placer County Break Ground on Placer Commerce Center

Placer County and the Buzz Oats development company hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking for the Placer Commerce Center, celebrating a bright future for business, innovation and high-wage jobs in west Placer. Read More »

Lake Tahoe Prescribed Fires Continue This Week

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New Flags Soar Higher as Placer County Unveils Upgraded Walk of Honor Memorial

Placer County, in partnership with the Granite Bay Rotary Club, today unveiled enhancements to the Walk of Honor Memorial in Granite Bay with a flag-raising ceremony. Read More »

New Eastern Placer Launchpad Program Opens Up $1M In Funding to Build Workforce Housing

Placer County began accepting applications to fund new deed-restricted housing units for the local workforce in North Lake Tahoe. Read More »

Nevada County Designates New Landmark

Nevada County Board of Supervisors approved the Resolution to Landmark the Grant Schoolhouse, located at 135 Winchester St, in Grass Valley, on March 11. Read More »

License to Kill

Ivan Dimov was convicted of reckless driving in 2013, after fleeing police in Washington state while his passenger allegedly dumped heroin out the window. Read More »

Roseville DMV Office Opening for REAL ID Appointments

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today announced the Roseville office at 7200 Galilee Road will offer appointments on Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., to accommodate customers who want to get a REAL ID before the May 7 federal enforcement date. Read More »

Trailhead Improvements Coming to Lower Sawtooth Recreation Area

Placer County is moving forward with trailhead improvements this spring at the Lower Sawtooth parking lot at the popular entrance to U.S. Forest Service Road 06 in the Truckee area. Read More »

Placer Community Foundation 20-Year Celebration a Success

Placer Community Foundation held a special event on March 11th to celebrate the many donors, nonprofit partners and community volunteers who have collectively helped the Foundation grow over the last 20 years. Read More »

County Moves Forward with 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan

The Placer County Board of Supervisors took action Tuesday to approve the Countywide Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, outlining the funding status of 76 projects slated to be constructed by 2030. Read More »

Placer County to host April 30 Discover & Discuss Community Event

Placer County is inviting the public and regional stakeholders to our next Discover and Discuss community event, April 30 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the North Tahoe Event Center (8318 N Lake Boulevard) in Kings Beach. Read More »

Irrigation Season Begins Amid Ongoing Spaulding Repairs

With the 2025 irrigation season now underway, the Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) is implementing seasonal conservation measures in response to ongoing limited water deliveries from Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). Read More »

Sutter Roseville Medical Center Receives Accreditation for Neurology Residency Program

New Program to Train 12 Resident Physicians Annually, Expanding Access to Specialized Neuro Care Read More »

Placer County to Host Walk of Honor Flag Raising Ceremony

Placer County, in partnership with the Granite Bay Rotary Club, will be hosting a commemorative ceremony at the Walk of Honor Memorial in Granite Bay on April 17 at 1 p.m. Read More »

Youth Commission Call Out for New Student Members

The Placer County Youth Commission is now accepting applications from local youth who wish to serve as one of 21 formally appointed members for the 2025-26 term. Read More »