Placer County Voices

Jeff Hamilton Legacy Fund

Jeff Hamilton Legacy Fund In 2023, the Hamilton Family, with the support of family, friends and in partnership with the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, established the Jeff Hamilton Legacy Fun...

Buy, Eat, and Learn at Far West Fungi’s Retail and Restaurant Locations

Far West Fungi is a family-owned and operated mushroom farm in Northern California founded by John and Toby Garrone in 1983. This year marks Far West Fungi’s 40th anniversary. Their farms are spre...

Keenan Farms: Cultivating Excellence in Pistachio Growing

In the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, where the warm sun and fertile soil create the perfect conditions for pistachio growing, there's a family-owned farm that stands as a symbol of exc...

Seascape Resort in Aptos, CA: A Cliffside Resort with Charm

Imagine waking up to the soothing sound of waves crashing on the shore and stepping out onto your private balcony to witness the sun rising over the vast Pacific Ocean. Welcome to Seascape Resort ...

Stirm Wine Co. – A Small Boutique Winery with Big Dreams in California’s Pajaro Valley

Ryan Stirm, winemaker at Stirm Wine Co., is about as down to earth as his small boutique winery which is hidden on a hillside in the Pajaro Valley. He didn’t plan to be a winemaker, but that’s the...

Harris Ranch Resort: Classy Western Vibes and Farm-to-Table Fun

Welcome to the ultimate getaway destination that combines the best of luxury and farm-fresh fun! Harris Ranch Resort, located in California's San Joaquin Valley, is an oasis that offers a unique a...

Family Tree Farms – From Humble Beginnings to Leadership in Ag Innovation

From humble beginnings in farm labor during the Great Depression to becoming a world leader in agricultural innovation, the Jackson family’s story is one of resilience, determination, and incredib...

There’s Something Cheesy at Bravo Farms – A Visit to Vintage Cheese

Bravo Farms is more than just another roadside attraction and a place to stretch your legs when cruising down Highway 99, it’s also home to Vintage Cheese, a small creamery that crafts unique and ...

Savoring the Bounty: A Fun-Filled Guide to Agritourism in Santa Cruz

When you think of Santa Cruz, the first images that come to mind might include stunning beaches, iconic surfing spots, and a vibrant boardwalk. But Santa Cruz is also a hidden gem for agritourism ...

Administrative Associate

Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF) is a local philanthropic and community-based organization in Truckee, California. Our mission is to connect people and opportunities, generating resources...

How do apples grow in California?

Apples are synonymous with fall. They’re the star in some of our favorite treats, from apple cakes to baked apples, appletinis and the American classic, apple pie. But what do you really know abou...

Visit Rainbow Orchards for Apple Cider Donuts + Chill California Vibes

Rainbow Orchards is a small apple farm in Camino, California. It's part of a larger farm collective known as Apple Hill, one of Northern California's most popular agritourism attractions. The allu...

Anniversary

Sixty years ago, the community's dream of a local, Tahoe-based hospital became reality. Barton Health has assembled a collection of articles to commemorate 60 years of quality and compassionate health care for the community.

Projects and Partners to Monitor (part III)

** This is the third in a three part blog series on regional biomass based on our Forest Futures Salon in September 2023. See recording here. Our regional agencies and on-the-ground partners have ...

Why Biomass Facilities Are Essential (part II)

** This is the second in a three part blog series on regional biomass based on our Forest Futures Salon in September 2023. See recording here. The need for biomass facilities in our region is unde...

Woody Biomass Utilization for a Sustainable Future in Tahoe Truckee (part I)

** This is the first in a three part blog series on regional biomass based on our Forest Futures Salon in September 2023. See recording here. In the heart of the picturesque Tahoe National Forest,...

Congratulations

Shred Beer Company co-owners Zack Frasher and Amy Heller won a medal in the Alpha King Challenge for the best Double IPA in America, as well as three medals and “Brewery of the Year” award in the Great American Beer Festival.

Birth

In August, Bread & Broth was awarded a Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation Grant designed to provide financial resources to continue the organization's efforts to respond to the issue of food insecurity.

Gratitude

Thanks to an outpouring of support from more than 30 local businesses, restaurants and service providers, the Lahontan Community Foundation's largest fundraiser, the Community Cup, recently raised nearly $150,000.

Congratulations

Far West Nordic Ski Education Association announced that Sierra Strecker is this year's recipient of the Ted Beauchamp Scholarship. Strecker is a 15-year-old competitive Nordic skier who goes to Truckee High School.