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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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Nevada County: where the gold is imaginary, the dogs might be people, and calling 911 to ask about burning frankincense is somehow not even the strangest thing that happened. From hallucinating treasure hunters to chicken-craving half-dressed brothers, this log is pure chaos wrapped in…
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If you’re running a small business—whether you’re whipping up sourdough in your kitchen or fixing fences in between school drop-offs—you know the hustle is real. And with every penny spent needing to work overtime, marketing can feel like you’re throwing spaghetti at a wall…
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There’s a special kind of manipulation that makes you question everything you thought you knew—from what actually happened last Tuesday to whether your own feelings are even allowed. That, friends, is gaslighting. And if it’s ever made you feel like you’re losing your mind…
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I’ve spilled the tea on the negative effects of overtourism in small-town America in “Why Visiting Small Towns in NorCal is a No-Go for 2025”. But let’s be clear—this wasn’t a “locals only” sign hanging in digital form. Small towns can absolutely benefit from…
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Welcome back for another whirlwind of delightfully odd calls from Nevada County. If you’re wondering what it’s like to live in a small town, wonder no more. It’s a place where bears break into your fridge (twice), internet fraud becomes a metaphysical experience, and…
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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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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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There was a time when I thought a toddler’s birthday party required custom cookies, a balloon arch worthy of a Kardashian baby shower, and enough themed decor to put Pinterest into cardiac arrest. Spoiler Alert: it doesn’t.
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Welcome back to another round of small-town dispatch drama, where the calls are real and the plot twists are wilder than a raccoon on Red Bull. In this edition, we’ve got mysterious ponds, feral felines, and a whole lotta yelling—some of it at Elon…
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If you live in or around Nevada County, chances are the Yuba River is one of your go-to spots for summer adventuring (or just to beat the heat). Whether you’re heading to the ever-popular Bridgeport, looking for a quieter spot off Edwards Crossing, or…
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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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If you live in California, you’ve probably had the absolute pleasure of enduring the mandatory sexual harassment prevention training course. (And can we all just collectively shake our heads at the fact that David Schwimmer—yes, Ross from Friends—had to play a boss who harassed…
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If you’ve ever found yourself wrestling a toddler into the car while trying to explain (for the hundredth time) that the doctor is not, in fact, out to get them… you are not alone, my friend. But I’m happy to report that today’s check-up…
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Let me save you a little time and brain space, mama. Starting your baby on a sippy cup doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s the lowdown on when to introduce it, what kind to get, and how to help your tiny human transition from…
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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…
