With PG&E shutdowns likely to last days at a time this summer, now is the time to look at installing a backup generator
Having recently been found liable for the Camp Fire that claimed 85 lives and completely decimated the town of Paradise and its surrounding area last year, PG&E is taking extreme precautions to avoid sparking another...
Wolf Mountain Day Spa
We are living in stressful times. Right now, you are probably filled with tension. Take a deep breath, relax your shoulders, sit up straight, feel the tension leaving your body. There, isn’t that better? Now...
Worried about losing your home to wildfire? Thinking of moving to a more fire safe area?
With the memory of the Paradise Fire and the McCourtney Fire clear in our minds, and notices of premium increases or cancellations of fire insurance plans mounting in the area, you might be thinking of...
Be awed by beauty and creativity on Soroptimist Garden Tour
Step into a world of beauty and wonder at the 26th annual Soroptimist International of the Sierra Foothills Garden Tour Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This popular event allows...
Wildfire Impact: Prevention and Preparedness
The whole world watched in horror as the Camp Fire completely eradicated the small town of Paradise last year, and it made those of us living in forested areas more aware of the very real...
Get your yard and property ready for summer
Winter is finally over, and like a squatter that we just couldn’t evict for way too long, she left quite the mess for us to deal with. Whether you have a postage stamp sized backyard...
Economy Pest Control- A more personal approach to pest control
Ah, spring. The flowers! The sunshine! The…incessant bugs everywhere you go! April is National Pest Management month, and Economy Pest Control, who just celebrated their 45th anniversary as a third generation family owned and operated...
Survive the Drive III Event coming April 27
We have lost too many of our promising youth to accidents on our roads and highways. Every time one of these tragedies strikes, the whole community mourns and at least one family is forever altered. ...
Whiting Meadows Project Offers True Affordable Housing Option in Grass Valley
Imagine a neighborhood filled with modest sized homes and well maintained modest sized yards. Kids ride their bikes through the tree-lined streets, and retirees rest on their porches watching them play. Imagine a neighborhood where...
NID Seeks Community Input at Plan for Water Workshops
While we might not all agree on just about anything these days, one thing that we can all agree on is that we need to make sure that we are able to have access to...
Access MMJ Benefits with a Nevada Cannabis Card | NuggMD
Medical Marijuana in Nevada Nevada’s medical marijuana program has come a long way through the years. From the days of total prohibition to convenient online access with NuggMD today, we’ve seen a lot of changes....
Nevada County is getting more days and more ways to vote
The leaders we elect and ballot measures we approve have the power to impact our daily lives. Elections are our chance to stand up for what matters most to us and to shape our communities,...
Listen to your heart
You are invited to a receive a free Ayurvedic Pulse Diagnosis from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, November 10th, at the California College of Ayurveda (CCA) campus in Nevada City. In this 30 minute session, you...
Soroptimist International of the Sierra Foothills offers award for female breadwinner seeking higher education or training
Ladies, are you ready to Live Your Dream? Soroptimist International of the Sierra Foothills (SISF) is currently accepting applications for the international Live Your Dream Award, a scholarship of up to $4,000 for women seeking...
Changes you need to know before filing your taxes
This is the first year that the reforms outlined in the new tax law will affect taxes for individuals and businesses, and there are many things you need to know before you start preparing for...
Sierra Vintners Autumn Wine Trail
Here in Nevada County, we have many wonderful family-owned wineries tucked away in some of the most beautiful parcels of land to be found. While most people simply enjoy the wines made here in local...
Teeth in a Day right here in Grass Valley
We’ve all seen those commercials which promise “teeth in a day” which are being done world-wide, but did you know that we have a leading expert in next generation dental implants right here in Grass...
Think a Medical Marijuana ID Card Is Useless in the Recreational Era? Think Again
Think a Medical Marijuana ID Card Is Useless in the Recreational Era? Think Again Presently, 30 U.S. states permit marijuana for medical use. California was one of the first to do so in 1996; it’s...
Live the Good Life in Nevada City
Picture This… Imagine waking up to a view of the snow capped Sierra Buttes from your master bedroom. You grab a cup of coffee from your gourmet kitchen and head out to the deck to...
Nevada County Certified Growers’ Markets offered three days a week
Nevada County Certified Growers’ Market (NCCGM), which has been in operation for over 30 years, is a coalition of more than 30 individual vendors that include farmers, crafters, bakeries, and more. 50% of the vendors...
