Placer County Localist Articles

Saving water is more important than ever in California, due to the region’s worst drought conditions in 1,200 years. Here are some steps you can take to help.

California women have played a significant role in shaping every major industry within the U.S. and the world. Here are a few of them.

Making it through the earthquake is the easy part. The hard part is surviving in the chaos that follows.

Thinking about making a change in your relationship to drugs and alcohol? Here are some things to consider.

The climate change era has created a whole new set of terms for a wide variety of storms and other weather phenomena. Here are some of the most important.

California residents can turn to these public and private entities to help prepare for wildfires and protect their property.

These organizations aim to help citizens engage with their governments.

About 1.8 million veterans live in California. Here are some organizations dedicated to serving the needs of those who served America.

With its multiple museums, historical societies and significant landmarks, the past is very much present in Placer County.

A useful online guides to local artists and cultural event calendars.