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Auburn California news, events and local happenings. The seat of Placer County, local government related updates will be posted here.

Placer County moving toward zero emissions fleet

Auburn, Calif. - Placer County will order four electric buses to add to the Tahoe Truckee Area Transit (TART) system as part of the county's larger effort to convert to a zero emissions fleet by 2040.

Placer County highlights extreme river dangers during epic spring snowmelt

Auburn, Calif. - First responders from the Placer County Sheriff's Office, CAL FIRE/Placer County Fire Department and California State Parks held a demonstration of the power of the river and the challenges of river rescues at the American River confluence in Auburn.

Court finds Measure F unconstitutional, Placer County offers 9% wage increase...

The Placer County Superior Court has ruled in favor of Placer County in a lawsuit filed by the Deputy Sheriffs' Association, affirming the county Board of Supervisors' constitutional authority to negotiate compensation for all county employees.

Placer County Big Trees Grove of Giant Sequoias

Big Trees Grove, considered the northernmost reach of the Giant Sequoias, has been estimated to be quietly growing over this part of Placer County for 500 plus years.

Kwikbit Internet brings fast affordable Internet to Woodside Village residents in...

Auburn, Calif.- This week, the residents of Woodside Village, a senior mobile home community in Auburn, were able to get access to affordable, high-speed internet through a new company - Kwikbit Internet.

Project 8 Winery in Penryn recommended for approval by Planning Commission

Auburn, Calif. - The Placer County Planning Commission has moved the application for the Project 8 Winery in Penryn forward to the Board of Supervisors with a recommendation for approval.โ€ฏ

Placer County touts first-of-its-kind, emergency-response model

Auburn, Calif. - With five declared emergencies in just two years, Placer County is now moving forward with a first-of-its-kind, emergency-response model that will enhance cooperation and coordination among the

Placer County pragmatism pays dividends on homelessness

Auburn, Calif. - The estimated number of people experiencing homelessness in Placer County decreased by more than 5% compared to 2022, according to results of the 2023 Point-in-Time homeless census

Hidden Falls to add much needed parking and 8 miles of...

Auburn, Calif. - The Placer County Board of Supervisors on April 4 approved construction plans and specifications and authorized the county to go out to bid for the Twilight Ride Access and Parking/Trailhead Project, part of the Hidden Falls Regional Park Trails

Placer County Youth Commission looking for teen leaders

Auburn, Calif. - The Placer County Youth Commission is now accepting applications from local youth who wish to serve as one of 20 formally appointed members for the 2023-24 term. The PCYC is an advisory board to the Placer County Board of Supervisors

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Sacramento Naturopathic Medical Center emphasizes the use of prevention and natural...

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Roseville Venture Lab business accelerator and incubator

The City of Roseville, in partnership with the Growth Factory, is launching Roseville Venture Lab in Downtown Roseville. City Council approved plans for the business accelerator and incubator at the May 18 meeting.