Nevada County Local News

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution for another amendment for snow removal services at the Truckee Library, Truckee Government building, and the Joseph Center.

After appearing in Nevada County Superior Court, Matthew Coulter—a frequent commenter at government meetings—is now only allowed to participate in public meetings in Grass Valley or Nevada City by Zoom or phone call until his next court date on April 21.

California State Parks invites individuals to “Live the Parks Life” as rangers or lifeguards in the nation’s largest state park system. Through June 10, individuals can apply for the State Park Peace Officer Cadet exams.

After public meetings with the community, the Nevada City Fire Safety Advisory Committee and the City Council, Nevada City has adopted a new vegetation management, defensible space, burning, and fireworks ordinance.

Within the 22 square miles that make up Incline Village, there is a variety of restaurant options. Riding the line between both relaxed and upscale is the new Rosewood Tahoe.

The Excellence in Education Foundation announced the return of its popular fundraiser, Golfing for Schools.

“The Lake of the Sky” is grabbing attention this winter for more than one reason. Emerald Bay froze completely, including the inlet, for the first time in many years.

American Dream TV recently announced that a 30-minute commercial-free show, “Selling Lake Tahoe,” will air locally on cable and other major streaming networks.

Lake Tahoe Community College received approval to construct a new on-campus building dedicated to student housing. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency fully supported the 33-unit, 100-bed project.

Tina Vernon, recently elected to her fourth term as treasurer/tax collector, says, “I intended to serve another four years, but there have been changes in my life that need my attention.” Her last day will be April 28.

Nevada County will receive funding from the Department of Agriculture to be used for wildfire defense.

Employee housing, improved base amenities, and easier snow making are all in the works at Palisades Tahoe.

Matthew Kelley has been selected as Nevada County's code and cannabis compliance director. Kelley, who has experience in land-use planning and regulatory compliance in the public sector, will start on April 17.

The Incline Village Crystal Bay Business Association recently met with business owners to come up with solutions to workforce transportation.

The California Tahoe Conservancy Board approved a $250,000 grant to Tahoe Resource Conservation District for aquatic invasive plant surveillance and rapid response.

Lake Tahoe alpine legend Travis Ganong has raced down a World Cup course for the final time. The Truckee-born skier traveled to Andorra for the final event of his 17-year career.

The short period of dry and cool weather wraps up Friday at Lake Tahoe with possibly another big snow dump on the way.

Many people are looking at the snow and water levels and asking that question. The answer depends on where you are in the West and how you define “drought.” A researcher at the Desert Research Institute’s Western Regional Climate Center explains.

After much discussion and public comment, the Truckee Town Council voted to grant a special use permit for Fourth of July fireworks at Donner Lake.

The Truckee Fire Protection District deemed the Truckee Save Mart as hazardous after responding to a call about the building.