grass valley
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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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Welcome back to the only corner of the internet where real 911 calls from Nevada County are transformed into small-town stand-up comedy. This week, we’ve got landlocked boats, solo scream sessions, and a very suspicious pile of Funfetti. You truly can’t make this stuff…
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Sometimes, public health wins aren’t flashy. They don’t come with ribbon cuttings or massive media coverage. Sometimes, they look like a plain vending machine quietly humming away in the corner of a community center. And sometimes, that little machine is doing something huge—like literally…
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If you’ve ever had to navigate the winding road of mental health support in Nevada County, you know just how frustrating—and heartbreaking—it can be to find real help close to home. Most folks end up being sent out of the county for care, leaving…
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Ah, Nevada County—where the call logs read like a Mad Libs book written during a fever dream. We’ve got everything this week: a pantsless peacekeeper, a hot tub hussy, a feline vampire hunter, and one deeply concerned citizen advocating for bunny population control. Whether…
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So instead of only focusing on what to gift, this year I’m putting the spotlight on what to do—specifically, the amazing local date options right here in Nevada County. Whether you’re looking for something romantic, adventurous, low-key, or creative, we’ve got plenty of ways…
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Welcome back to another edition of Call Log Diaries, where Nevada County continues to bring us the most unexpected blend of wildlife encounters, spiritual invasions, and property disputes that somehow feel like deleted scenes from a very weird sitcom.
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If there’s one thing our small town does well (besides charming coffee shops and the occasional rogue forest critter), it’s honoring the folks who’ve served. Nevada City and Grass Valley may be tucked into the trees, but our respect for veterans is big and…
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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!”
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If you’ve lived in Nevada County for more than a minute, you know wildfire season isn’t just a season—it’s a lifestyle. (And not the fun, Instagrammable kind.) We’re talking air purifiers running nonstop, go-bags in every car, and watching Cal Fire updates like it’s…
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Ah, Nevada County. A place where the skies may or may not be filled with toxins, turtles wander free, and bushes find themselves the victim of ketamine-fueled showdowns. The scanner has spoken, and it’s got stories. Let’s dive into this week’s most uniquely Nevada…
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Today’s blog post is short and sweet—because in honor of Mother’s Day, I’m not writing one. Instead, I’m doing what so many of us mamas rarely give ourselves permission to do: unplugging and relaxing (well, trying to at least.) I’m soaking up the chaos,…
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Ah, Nevada County — where the mountains are serene, the locals are quirky, and the police scanner is always entertaining. This week’s round of call logs delivers everything from aggressive wildlife and DoorDash gymnastics to a slice of meth-fueled romance gone bad. Buckle up,…
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When you walk through the door of Think Natural, you instantly sense you’ve stepped into something more than just a salon. This is a sanctuary — a place where hair isn’t just styled, but celebrated; where scissors don’t just cut, but liberate; and where…
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Summer in Nevada County isn’t just sunshine and ice cream (though we fully support both); it’s a playground of activities waiting to keep your kids entertained, learning, and making lifelong memories. Whether you have a little artist, an outdoor adventurer, or a future scientist…
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There’s something magical about small-town police logs—like a reality show where the script is written by caffeine, chaos, and occasionally, the wildlife. Here in Nevada County, our local call-ins aren’t just reports—they’re full-blown episodes.
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Some places have drama. Others have mystery. Nevada County? We have a beautiful, chaotic cocktail of both—served daily through our police call logs. It’s a place where peacocks cause civil unrest, old cans trigger bomb scares, and even Mother Nature apparently gets petty. With…
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Spring has officially clocked in, and Nevada County is serving up a full buffet of local goodness this May. Whether you’re chasing Celtic beats, mimosas with your mama, or the rodeo scene with a side of funnel cake, there’s something happening in every corner…
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Let’s talk about Easter in the U.S.—a holiday that somehow manages to be both deeply sacred and delightfully sugar-fueled. Whether you’re waking up at sunrise for a church service or diving headfirst into a basket of marshmallow Peeps, American Easter traditions are all about…
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Every profession comes with its surprises and unusual situations, but few match the total unpredictability of law enforcement. Here’s a look at some of the more curious calls placed in Nevada County recently.
