Chris Gilbert

Halloween also has PG and E raising awareness about so-called “vampire” appliances and devices. Spokesman Paul Moreno says the biggest electricity-guzzling ghouls include televisions, smart speaker and smart home devices, cell phones and tablet chargers, computers, modem and internet routers, and coffee makers, kettles, and microwaves…

We've just recently received information from last weekend's home fire in the Peardale-Chicago Park District. Captain Josh Ramey says it was reported Friday afternoon on Mule Canyon Road, off You Bet Road. He says it appears that the blaze began in the master bedroom…

Efforts to put on the 33rd annual Nevada County Toy Run are already in high gear. This year's event, held each year at the Fairgrounds, takes place on Saturday, December 14th. Shannon Buehler, and her daughter Chelci, were among a group, including Grass Valley Rotary South, who have kept it going, after the original founder ended his involvement a few years ago. Shannon is also a past president of the club…

With emergency shortages, due to the Spaulding Powerhouse repair project, water conservation has been even more vital for the Nevada Irrigation District this year. An update on savings efforts was presented to the NID Board of Directors, at their recent meeting. Water Efficiency Technician, Kaycee Strong, said even more restrictions had to be imposed, including limiting outdoor watering to just three days a week…

On Thursday evening, you can discover the Wild Edges of Wolf Creek at the Madelyn Helling Library. It's described as a unique interactive exploration of the local watershed that will focus on the captivating landscapes and ecology. Library Technician, Molly Szpara, says it's not just a presentation, but a program that includes art installations created by Project Wild Edges, which was formed in 2021…

The next vote update from the Nevada County Elections Office is scheduled for Friday. Over 48-thousand ballots had been received on Election Night. But over 33-thousand have not been counted yet. Public Information Officer Lisa Renner says the previously-reported printer error was the main reason…

How an Indigenous commune in the Venezuelan Amazon has resisted the US blockade.

A new study shows that limiting sugar consumption for the first 1,000 days after conception could be crucial for later health.

Nevada County is home to more than 85-hundred veterans. And at their last meeting, the Board of Supervisors approved Certificates of Recognitions for all the various service groups. They include the local American Legion Post, Gold Country Detachment, Grass Valley Marine Corps League, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Vietnam Veterans of America, and Nevada County Veterans Stand Down. And they're all part of of the county's Consolidated Veterans Council. The adjutant with the VFW Banner Mountain Post is Jeff Tynan…

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