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You know that crisp morning air we’re finally starting to feel? Don’t let it fool you—fire danger is still front and center in Nevada County. Our little town tucked into the Sierra Foothills may be full of good vibes and neighborly charm, but we’re…
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Summer might be winding down, but in Nevada County the risk of wildfire is still running high. The heat hasn’t loosened its grip, and with vegetation as dry as kindling, the danger lingers long after the last summer barbecue. While kids are heading back…
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If you’ve ever looked at a county planning agenda and thought, “Do I need a law degree and three pots of coffee to get through this?”—you’re not alone. Planning meetings can feel like a foreign language, filled with acronyms, red tape, and the occasional…
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If your kids think “outside” is just a loading screen between Wi-Fi signals, this one’s for you. As a mom of three and a small-town nature wanderer, I’ve watched my kids come alive in the wild—muddy boots, rock collections clinking in their pockets, and…
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Nevada County is abuzz—as in, “did someone leave the stovetop on?”—all thanks to the Richards Fire, which ignited on August 1, 2025, on private land. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as crews work hard to keep it contained.
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If you thought Nevada County was just going to coast through summer with a few hot days and mild evenings, think again. Between July 24 and July 28, 2025, we got hit with a lightning show that was part jaw-dropping spectacle, part nerve-wracking fire…
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When wildfires threaten every summer, local action isn’t just helpful—it’s critical. Nevada County is stepping up with bold fuel-reduction projects and community partnerships that aim to protect residents and natural resources alike. Here’s what you need to know about the latest wildfire mitigation funding…
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If you’ve stepped outside lately and wondered whether we’re living inside a sepia-toned Instagram filter, you’re not wrong. Wildfire smoke is back, and it’s turning our normally crisp mountain air into a hazy mess that smells like a campfire gone rogue. For those of…
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Ever watched someone balance stones by a creek and thought, how does that even stay up? Welcome to rock stacking—a humble, meditative craft meeting art, science, and serenity. It’s not just Instagram gold—it’s therapy without the bill.
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There’s something magical about teaching your little ones to swim—it’s part survival skill, part freedom, and part “mom-I’m-a-mermaid-now” moment. Whether you’ve got a backyard kiddie pool or just access to a public one, introducing your child to swimming doesn’t have to be intimidating. In…
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There’s a certain kind of joy that comes from discovering a product that’s cheap, natural, and makes you feel like a domestic wizard. Diatomaceous earth (or DE if you’re fancy or just tired of spelling it) is one of those magic powders that deserves…
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Have you noticed our night skies getting brighter lately? Nevada City sure has, and we’re taking action! Our charming town is aiming to become Northern California’s first official Dark Sky Community, protecting our spectacular starry skies from increasing light pollution.
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In Nevada County, we’re not just tossing food scraps into bins—we’re teaching kids why that matters. A pilot program at Ready Springs School is one of only two in California (along with a San Diego site) using Leah’s Pantry’s Food Smarts: Waste Reduction curriculum,…
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I don’t know who needs to hear this, but if your yard still thinks it’s 1997 (you know, solid turf lawn, maybe a few sad petunias.) It’s s time for a glow-up. These days, Nevada County gardeners are embracing a whole new approach—one rooted…
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Some days, you just need a little escape—but not the kind that involves packing, planning, or Pinterest-perfect itineraries. Nope. I’m talking about the kind of adventure that starts with a backpack, a river trail, and maybe one child dramatically yelling, “TO BATTLE!” with a…
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If you’re growing anything in Nevada County—veggies, fruit, herbs, maybe even some accidental pumpkins from last fall’s compost pile—you’ll want to perk up for this one.
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Let’s just call it what it is: wildfire season isn’t some far-off “maybe.” It’s real, it’s annual, and if you live in Nevada County, it’s personal. The trees we adore, the trails we hike, the land we call home—it all needs protecting. And lucky…
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Okay, friends—this one’s for the DIY oil changers, the garage tinkerers, and basically anyone who knows their way around a funnel and a jug of 5W-30. Nevada County is bringing back its Oil Filter Exchange Event on Saturday, June 21st, and yes—it’s exactly as…
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Grab your sunscreen, your reusable shopping bag, and maybe a lawn chair or two, because Nevada County is pulling out all the stops this June. From jazz under the pines to vintage car drooling downtown, there’s no shortage of small-town sparkle this month. Whether…
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Look, I know it’s not every day you get excited about free fish. But when those fish happen to be the mosquito-munching heroes of summer? You better believe I’m here to spread the word like a mom yelling “close the screen door!”
