Bear River softball advances in playoffs against Woodland
It wasn’t pretty, but the Bear River softball team got it done. The Lady Bruins overcame being no-hit Friday against Woodland to win 2-1 in the first round of the Sac-Joaquin Section Division III playoffs and continue their title defense. “The girls …
Read More »Nevada City workshop on homelessness Sunday
Do you know someone who is homeless? Unemployed? Down and out? Are you at a loss for what to do, say, or how to best handle the situation? If so, a free public workshop is available to deal with the complexity of problems we see with our friends, fam …
Read More »It’s time to hold Consolidated Fire District board accountable
The ongoing soap opera that has played out over the past year with Nevada County Consolidated Fire District continues. In this week’s edition of “As Consolidated Turns,” we learned that the district’s board has failed to meet three requirements it …
Read More »Nevada City students stroll downtown in book parade
Students dressed as storybook characters proudly strolled the streets of downtown Nevada City Friday morning for a celebration of the written word. The 15th annual Be Excited About Reading parade opened with the fifth-grade Seven Hills school march …
Read More »‘Spring Fling’ hoped to bring much-needed funds to nonprofit
Flowers are in bloom and Neighborhood Center of the Arts is having its annual Home and Garden Show and “Spring Fling” today. The event promises to be a day packed full of activities, including a talent show, games, an art and plant sale and a barbec …
Read More »Renowned artist, game designer to host game nights in Nevada City
While some games focus on violence and destruction, John O’Neill develops games to connect people and build a sense of community through emotions and consideration of others. “I think the role of art is to create a catalyst to keep people in touch …
Read More »Teen couple arrested in alleged booze theft
A 19-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy were arrested Wednesday afternoon by Grass Valley Police officers after the couple allegedly tried to shoplift booze, soda and condoms. “They both had hatched a plan to steal alcohol,” said Sgt. Steve Johnson …
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