Washoe County Health District authorities are warning that someone has been calling restaurants to set up inspections. Over the past several months, owners and managers of smaller, independent restaurants have been getting calls from an individual using various names, saying that he is from the Health District wanting to set up a time to come […]
The Tsunami Warning continues in effect for the coastal areas of California and Oregon from Point Concepcion, California to the Oregon-Washington border. The Tsunami Warning continues in effect for the coastal areas of Alaska from Amchitka Pass, Alaska (125 miles W of Adak) to Attu, Alaska. The Tsunami Advisory continues in effect for the coastal […]
Incline Village, NV…Local Roads are mostly free of Chain Controls except Mt. Rose Hwy and Hwy 88. The latest from the Nevada Dept of Transportation is below… NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION HIGHWAY CONTROLS SUMMARY MARCH 11, 2011 6:40 AM PST All routes are open with no controls with the following exceptions: SR88: Between Kirkwood California […]
A massive 8.9 magnitude earthquake shook Japan and triggered a tsunami that crashed into coastal cities. Tsunami warnings have been issued for the entire Pacific region, including Hawaii and the west coast. (March 11)
Truckee, CA…Crews are working two non-injury accidents at this time. They are on I-80 at the Donner Lake Interchange and also near Cisco Road. The roads are getting slick as this system rolls through. Let’s be careful out there…
The Nevada County Sheriff’s Office is applying for an Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Law Enforcement Grant through the California State Parks OHV Division. The grant is for $74,954 and will provide OHV law enforcement patrols in Nevada County. The areas in Western Nevada County to be patrolled will include Greenhorn Creek, Steephollow Creek, Chalk Bluff, […]
COUNTY OF NEVADA MARCH 8 2011 TTUSD SPECIAL ELECTION Unofficial Results for Election TAHOE TRUCKEE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT. MEASURE A. SAVE OUR SCHOOLS PARCEL TAX RENEWAL. . Registration and Turnout Completed Precincts: 5 of 5 Reg/Turnout Percentage Total Registered Voters 8,522 Precinct Registration 8,522 Precinct Ballots Cast 891 10.5% Early Ballots Cast 29 0.3% Absentee […]
Extraordinary snowfall in the Sierra Nevada has created deep snow that can damage natural gas and propane pipes, valves and tanks. Explosions and fires can occur, causing injuries and deaths. Placer County suggests the following safety tips for proper care of propane tanks during severe winter weather: * Use a broom instead of a shovel […]
The Placer County Office of Risk Management’s careful analysis and purchasing of insurance policies have resulted in significant savings for the County when unexpected events have arisen. Recently, a relatively new county-owned dump truck, loaded with building material, swerved to avoid a collision. The truck rolled and suffered major damage. Although there were no significant […]
March 10, 2011 The Placer County Library Advisory Board has a vacancy for a member from the Granite Bay area. The vacant seat is for a representative of the 4th Supervisorial District, which includes Granite Bay and part of Roseville. A detailed map of the district is available by clicking on the folowing link Dist. […]