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“The Knot That Ties Heaven and Earth Together”
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints opened its doors today for a preview tour of the recently completed Feather River California Temple
Nevada County Superior Court Orders County to Disclose Illegally Withheld Public Records
After 10 months of litigation, the Honorable S. Robert Tice-Raskin ordered the Nevada County Election office to release to the public a tranche of public records that Nevada County had been refusing to disclose for nearly two years.
The Hidden Costs of Measure V
Expenses related to Measure V have now totaled $236,143.04. Spearheaded by the CEO’s Office, none of these expenses ever came before the Board or the Auditor. When questioned about how the costs were expensed, Ms. Wills explained they were in the catch-all category commingled with many other costs in that category. There was no way the Auditor would have known about a special project.
Independence Day 2023 in Grass Valley: the Parade in Photos
Residents of and visitors to Grass Valley, California attended the 2023 Independence Day parade through historic downtown Grass Valley.
AB 969 is in Direct Conflict with the California Constitution
AB 969 was heard in the Senate Governance and Finance Committee on June 28, 2023.
Rise Gold Details Planning Commissioner Terence McAteer’s Possible Ethical and Legal Abuses
“We have evidence that certain parties have conspired to co-opt public agencies to pressure the Board of Supervisors […] to vote to deny the Project at the future Board hearing,” wrote Ben Mossman.
Finding Faith in Elections: “Audit Logs are the Light”
In this discussion, Amy walked me through the life cycle of an election ballot as it goes through the elections office to be counted.
Nevada County CEO’s Office Contracted with Political Marketing Firm to Create Measure V Campaign Without BOS Approval
The Board of Supervisors (“BOS”) retroactively approved a contract with political consultants, Lew Edwards Group, in order to provide campaign services to the county chief executive officer’s office with taxpayer dollars.
Nevada County Registrar Opposes Disclosing Ballot Information
Natalie Adona, Nevada County Registrar of Voters, requested that the Board of Supervisors opt out of AB 1416, which requires the county to list supporters and opponents of local ballot measures on the ballots distributed to voters.
Memorial Day 2023 in Nevada County
As a way to honor our fallen soldiers and pray for permanent peace, please attend a Memorial Day Remembrance Celebration Event locally on Monday, May 29, 2023.
Mother’s Day 2023: Events Around Nevada County
On this Sunday, May 14th, find something special to do for mom. No matter what the budget, there is always something that any mom will appreciate. Need some ideas or inspiration? Here is Sierra Thread’s “Top Ten” list of activities and brunch options to try this Sunday.
Appointed Planning Commission Votes Against Idaho Maryland Mine Project
On the steps of the Nevada County administrative building, a huge crowd gathered both for and against the Rise Gold mining proposal.
Nevada County Superior Court Continues Hearing on Whether County Illegally Withheld Public Records
The Nevada County Superior Court continued the hearing until June while ordering the County to produce unredacted versions of the records which were previously submitted by the County in a highly redacted form.
Strength in Pride Event
The evening's five-member panel included three teens in various stages of female to male transition, one student as non-binary, and the Ghidotti student who described himself as gay/pan sexual.
California Ends State of Emergency After 1,091 Days
California officially became the 43rd state to end its emergency due to COVID-19 on February 28, 2023. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the original state of emergency declaration on March 4, 2020, lasting 1,091 days.
Easter 2023 Weekend Events
Enjoy Easter egg hunts and Easter worship services this weekend.
Good Karma and an Orange Sno-Cat
“When we started getting calls from several families that were in trouble, we didn’t think twice.” As she put it, “we know they would be there for us too, and living up here we all need each other occasionally.”
FPPC Investigating Nevada County’s Measure V Mailers
According to the FPPC, Nevada County is being investigated for sending mass mailers to voters using taxpayer dollars (Case No. 2023-00162).