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Recent Study Questions Safety of COVID mRNA Vaccines
Researchers call for COVID vaccines to be removed from the market based on their review of studies and reports of adverse events, including death.
After Hours of Public Comments, Grass Valley City Council Takes Position on International Conflict
On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, the Grass Valley City Council held its regular meeting for which the agenda included a proposed resolution regarding an international conflict, specifically between Palestine and Israel.
Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements: A Tumultuous Journey Through Courts and Congress
As of February 21, 2025, companies must prepare to file beneficial ownership information reports to the Dept. of Treasury by March 21, 2025, unless the Senate acts swiftly on H.R. 736 or courts intervene. The process involves submitting names, addresses, birthdates, and identification numbers for beneficial owners via FinCEN’s online portal—a task many find daunting amid the uncertainty.
Is Voter ID Coming to California?
The American Confidence in Elections Act provides for sweeping election reforms and addresses pivotal issues such as outlawing non-citizens from voting in federal elections, voter roll maintenance, banning involvement of NGOs in elections, and protecting political speech and association.
Child Predators Arrested After Nevada County Crime Sweep
On January 16, 2025, the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) recently released a list of child predators that it had arrested thanks to the work of its detectives who had conducted a “large-scale crime sweep” over the holiday season.
Saving California Launches Recall Effort Against Governor Gavin Newsom
This is the final effort to recall Gavin Newsom during his tenure as governor of California following past recall attempts, and is organized by Saving California, a coalition that was founded in late 2024 by Randy Economy.
Nevada County Hearing Addresses Tiny Homes Ordinance
The Nevada County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved an ordinance (4-1) allowing tiny homes on wheels to be used as permanent residences.
Discarded Military Mortars in Nevada County
The search for discarded military munitions has continued over the years.
Nevada County Supervisors Sworn in for New Term
The swearing-in ceremony for the Nevada County Board of Supervisors was held on January 6, 2025, formally initiating the start of their new term.
El Dorado County: 2024 in Review
What happened in El Dorado County, California In 2024? Here are a few of the year’s significant events.
Nevada County: 2024 in Review
In 2024, Nevada County, California, experienced several significant events that shaped the community and garnered attention.
Nevada County Executives Contributed $50,000 of Taxpayer Dollars to Failed Auditor Candidate’s Campaign Committee
According to public records received from Nevada County and publicly available mandatory campaign FPPC disclosures, Alison Lehman, county chief executive officer, and Kit Elliott, county counsel, authorized the payment of $50,000 from the county general fund to Gina Will’s campaign committee without approval of the board of supervisors.
Grass Valley Honda Dealership Destroyed by Fire: Arson Suspect in Custody
Bioggio Pizarro, who saw the fire, said, “there was smoke pouring out of Sierra Motor Sports.”
Jessica Morse’s Disputed Military Claims Spark Controversy at Nevada County Fair
At the 2024 Nevada County Fair, Jessica Morse claimed to have served in the military, then changed her story after being questioned by a military family.
Grasshoppers Invade Nevada County
Nevada County gardeners are watching their summer gardens being eaten by grasshoppers. The pests are hard to control and hungry. There are some ways to mitigate their damage, but pesticides are not recommended.
Sierra College Forum with Police Chiefs
Sierra College hosted a community forum on May 24 featuring two local police chiefs, Dan Foss, Chief of Nevada City PD, and Alex Gammelgard, Chief of Grass Valley PD.
Celebrating National Military Appreciation Month
“it is fitting and proper that we devote one day each year to paying tribute to the Armed Forces as the servants and protectors of our Nation” - Harry S. Truman
How Do I Serve on a School Board?
Serving on a local school board is an important opportunity to make a difference in the quality of education for students and management of the school as a whole.