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Pile Burning Planned Near Plumas Pines and Quincy
Smoke and nighttime glow expected as crews work near homes and trails.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff Updated November 3, 2026 2 min read
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Covered California Opens Enrollment for 2027 Health Plans
Expanded state aid and federal changes reshape costs and eligibility.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 2, 2026 4 min read
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Graeagle Schoolhouse Prepares for Preschool and Family Programs
Plans include outdoor learning, flexible schedules, and help with tuition.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 2, 2026 3 min read
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Driver Arrested After Halloween Golf Cart Crash Injures Children
Alta Sierra passengers were treated at the scene and released.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 2, 2026 2 min read
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Nevada City Seeks Input on Walking and Biking
Survey and November workshop will help set street and trail priorities.
October 30, 2026 2 min read
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Sierra and Plumas Providers in Line for Rural Health Grants
The One Big Beautiful Bill backs local staffing grants and regional care networks.
October 30, 2026 5 min read
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Portola Asks CPUC and Legislators for Help with Electric Bills
City seeks local forums on Liberty’s rates and service.
By Dana Loomis October 28, 2026 4 min read
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Grass Valley Advances Historical Commission Merger
Council backs a single review body as residents defend history programs.
October 28, 2026 5 min read
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Plumas Forest Begins Prescribed Burns to Reduce Wildfire Risk
South Park burning paused after about 3 acres; trail system reopens.
Updated October 28, 2026 4 min read
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AF1 Endurance Challenge Brings Three Sports Together for Charity
November 7 debut seeks volunteers and support for Downieville emergency care.
October 28, 2026 3 min read
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DOJ Ballot Demands Reach Sierra, Plumas, and Nevada Counties
Plumas rejects ballot separation; Sierra and Nevada consult county counsel.
Updated October 28, 2026 4 min read
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Three Teens Hoisted From Sierra Buttes Cliffside
The boys climbed rocks toward the summit and couldn’t descend.
October 27, 2026 2 min read
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Nevada County Approves Stagecoach Purchase for Veterans Housing
Sixteen planned homes include 10 reserved for homeless veterans.
October 27, 2026 2 min read
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Tahoe National Forest Lifts Seasonal Fire Restrictions
Campfires outside designated developed recreation areas require a free permit.
October 27, 2026 2 min read
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Pumped-Storage Project Proposed in South Yuba Watershed
Developer seeks study permit for 750-megawatt plant near Nevada City
October 27, 2026 5 min read
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EPHC Adds Physical and Speech Therapists
New hires bring orthopedic rehabilitation and bilingual speech therapy experience
October 27, 2026 2 min read
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Nevada County Sets Minimum Scores for Cannabis Store Applicants
Operators need 85 points overall and must qualify in every category.
October 27, 2026 4 min read
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BriarPatch Expands Apple-Funded Grants to Fight Hunger
Schools and nonprofits serving Nevada or Placer counties can apply.
October 23, 2026 2 min read
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Supervisors Seek Outside Legal Advice on Alleged Conflict with Treasurer
White seeks county-funded representation in an employee grievance investigation.
By Dana Loomis October 22, 2026 3 min read
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County Seeks to Save Two Commercial Street Trees
PG&E plans another evaluation after its arborist identified decay.
October 21, 2026 3 min read
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