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California snowpack looking good heading into dry season

The 2023-24 snow season is making a rapid recovery following a slow start. Northern California snowpack water content has hit 100 percent of its average for the first time this season.

๐Ÿ€ Murphys Irish Day this Saturday a celebration of Celtic heritage

Murphys, Calif.- Murphys businesses and community are excited to welcome you back this Saturday, March 16th to the annual celebration of Murphys Irish heritage. In true spirit of Ireland, the event happens rain or shine!

Blizzard unleashing a Placer County winter wonderland

Roseville, Calif. - Winter's firm grip is bringing a blizzard to Placer County's high country with up to 10 feet of snow and 115 mph winds according to the National Weather Service. From Tahoe City, Kings Beach and Olympic Valley to all around the Lake Tahoe region, residents are bracing and hunkering down for mother nature's might.

Lake Tahoe TART service maintains Incline Village and Crystal Bay coverage

North Lake Tahoe, NV - Travel North Tahoe Nevada (TNTNV) is pleased to announce the continuation of extended service areas and uninterrupted coverage for TART Connect Zone 3 (covering Incline Village and Crystal Bay), thanks to a renewed effort with regional partners

Loud crowds, blue skies brighten World Cup Skiing weekend at Palisades...

Olympic Valley, Calif. -The second day of World Cup skiing concluded in Olympic Valley with a victory by Manuel Feller of Austria, his fourth of the season. France's Clement Noel took second place, while German Linus Strasser finished third.

The Stifel Palisades Tahoe Cup slaloms into Placer County this weekend

Olympic Valley, Calif. - The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) gave the go-ahead for The Stifel Palisades Tahoe Cup to host the Giant Slalom and Slalom scheduled for February 23rd - 25th.

Lake Tahoe Winter Travel Tips: Be prepared

Tahoe City, Calif.- Winter has arrived and that means more unpredictable conditions and colder weather, especially for the eastern edges of Placer County which includes Kings Beach, Tahoe City, Olympic Valley and the rural communities that comprise the high country.

Lake Tahoe Ski Report: Conditions at Northern California ski resorts

Olympic Valley, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts and Northern California are expecting an influx of visitors for another snow-filled weekend of fun on the slopes.

Olympic Valley: Avalanche kills one, injures one at Palisades Tahoe ski...

Olympic Valley, Calif. - At approximately 9:30 a.m. today at Palisades Tahoe, an avalanche occurred on the Palisades side of the ski resort, specifically above the GS bowl area of KT-22.โ€จ

On Location in Placer County: Hurray for Hollywood & beyond

Auburn, Calif. - Filmmakers around the world are seeking the next great location and they're looking right here in Placer County.

๐Ÿ’ซ Business Spotlight

California Recovery Center in Roseville offers treatment for substance abuse and...

California Recovery Center (CRC) is a treatment provider for adults with substance abuse and mental health condition, located in Roseville and serving the greater Sacramento region.

Welcome to the Brighter Side

Placer County ranked #2 in California for highest percentage of registered...

Roseville, Calif. - There are many factors that determine those tangible and intangible things that make for best places to live lists. Be it geography, weather, education, or other amenities on your checklist, those marketing and PR compilations citing "best places"