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June 2, 2026 at 9:41 PM An update from Nevada County CDA on the sewer spill at Scotts Flat. The spill was due to a broken pipe at a vault above the Scotts Flat lake boat ramp. Staff are completing cleanup tonight. About 390 gallons of wastewater made it to the lake. Testing is underway and no swim signs will be posted until testing shows pre-spill conditions. More information will be shared tomorrow.
June 2, 2026 at 8:00 PM The polls are now closed.
June 2, 2026 at 7:38 PM The sewer spill in Cascade Shores has been stopped by Public Works crews. Details to come shortly.
June 2, 2026 at 6:49 PM Polls close at 8:00 pm today. We will post local election results on our local results page as soon as they are released.
June 2, 2026 at 2:18 PM So much to see at the Neighborhood Center for the Arts Spring Fling today.
June 2, 2026 at 1:39 PM Winding IC reports the fire is holding at 5.5 acres, forward progress has been stopped.
June 2, 2026 at 1:22 PM Air Attack 230 is releasing the tanker back to Grass Valley and canceling the incoming helicopter.
June 2, 2026 at 1:18 PM Winding IC reports the fire is about 4-5 acres, still burning at a slow to moderate rate of pread. Crews are making good progress.
June 2, 2026 at 1:07 PM Air Attack 230 and Tanker 88 are arriving over the Winding incident.
June 2, 2026 at 1:04 PM A few of the Nevada County Election workers at the voting center in the Rood Center. They are keeping busy and will be there to assist you until the close of polls at 8:00 pm today.
June 2, 2026 at 1:02 PM Solo vehicle accident on the 14000 block of La Barr Meadows Rd, the roadway is partially blocked.
June 2, 2026 at 12:53 PM Units at the approximately 1-acre grass fire on Winding Way in below Oregon House are making good progress. Additional resources arriving at scene, no threat to structures.
June 2, 2026 at 12:48 PM Unspecified traffic hazard on northbound Hwy 49 at the Dorsey Dr on ramp. Use caution.
June 2, 2026 at 10:06 AM Ignitions have started on both the Spenceville and Beale prescribed burns.
June 2, 2026 at 9:54 AM By a 4-1 vote, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors proclaimed June 2026 as Pride Month in Nevada County. This time, Robb Tucker voted No instead of abstaining like last year.
June 2, 2026 at 9:26 AM Approximately 30 acres of prescribed burning is scheduled for June 2nd 2026 on Beale Air Force Base near main base. Smoke will be visible in surrounding communities on June 2nd 2026 from 10:00-3:00. The purpose of this prescribed burn is to reduce hazardous and flammable fuels, as well as to improve rangeland conditions by targeting and reducing invasive and noxious grass species. In addition to these ecological and safety benefits, this operation provides valuable training opportunities.
June 2, 2026 at 9:18 AM Reader Karen bought this twin Daisy at Grocery Outlet in Grass Valley. It didn’t looked its best, but she nursed it back to a beautiful plant.
June 2, 2026 at 9:12 AM Nevada City 2026 pride flag raising – photo gallery.
June 2, 2026 at 8:14 AM Martha is back with her humans. All is well.
June 2, 2026 at 7:11 AM This is Martha. She ran away from Upper Scotts Flat this morning, maybe because her fashion sense is offended by the cone she is wearing after yesterday’s surgery. She is sweet but skittish. If you have seen her, please contact 530-575-1499.
June 2, 2026 at 7:00 AM The polls are now open until 8:00 pm tonight. Use this interactive map to find the closest drop box or vote center to you.
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June 2, 2026 at 6:45 AM Today, CAL FIRE will conduct a prescribed burn at the Spenceville Shooting Range. The 22-acre prescribed fire is designed to avoid starts at the shooting range. Numerous resources are on site, there is no need to report the smoke.
June 2, 2026 at 6:07 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Open burning is NOT ALLOWED in the city limits of Grass Valley, Nevada City.
June 1, 2026 at 11:38 PM Rosemary IC reports they have knockdown on the fire, checking for extension to the attic now. The building has been searched for occupants, all utilities have been secured.
June 1, 2026 at 11:32 PM Units at scene on Rosemary Lane report a working fire, confined to a large room in the barn. Fire has spread into the attic, all resources to continue in.
June 1, 2026 at 11:15 PM Report of a winery barn on Rosemary Lane near Garden Bar Rd completely engulfed. Numerous units dispatched.
June 1, 2026 at 8:13 PM Spring IC reports the final fire size as 2.43 acres. The fire is fully contained.
June 1, 2026 at 5:10 PM Forward progress has been stopped on the Spring incident, mop-up operations are underway.
June 1, 2026 at 5:04 PM Firefighters are making good progress on the Spring incident, focusing on the structure threat which is almost mitigated.
June 1, 2026 at 5:01 PM Additional units are arriving at the Spring incident, the fire is still burning at a slow rate of spread.
June 1, 2026 at 4:59 PM Spring IC reports one acre in the grass, with an immediate threat to one structure. Fire is burning at a slow rate of spread.
June 1, 2026 at 4:54 PM Spring IC is requesting one dozer to the incident.
June 1, 2026 at 4:50 PM Reported vegetation fire on Hwy 20 near Spring Valley Rd in the Hammonton area. Units dispatched. This will be the Spring incident.
June 1, 2026 at 4:40 PM A portion of Broad Street in Nevada City from Bridge Street to the intersection of South/North Pine will be closed to traffic between 5:00 and 6:30 pm for the pride flag raising at City Hall.
June 1, 2026 at 2:31 PM Smoke report from Saddleback Lookout, possibly in the Alleghany area. Also, Tanker 88 is over Bullards, training.
June 1, 2026 at 1:39 PM CAL FIRE’s Tanker 88 and Air Attack 230 arrived at the Grass Valley Air Attack Base this morning from McClellan to settle in for the 2026 fire season. Tanker 89 will join them next week. Over the next few weeks, you’ll see them training over the area and be available for any starts in the Nevada Yuba Placer unit and beyond.
June 1, 2026 at 9:43 AM A large sheet of plywood is sprawling between lanes on southbound Hwy 49 near the Dorsey Drive off ramp.
June 1, 2026 at 9:28 AM Approximately 30 acres of prescribed burning is scheduled for June 1st 2026 on Beale Air Force Base near Beale Housing (Vasser Lake Gate) and a second one near the Wheatland gate. Smoke will be visible in surrounding communities on June 1st 2026 from 10:00am to 3:00 pm.
June 1, 2026 at 8:13 AM Before heading out on a trip on local highways, take a look at the construction work and expected delays on Highways 20, 49 and I-80.
June 1, 2026 at 6:45 AM NWS Sacramento weather update on this First Day of Meteorological Summer: Moderate HeatRisk for the Valley today through Friday. Winds will be lighter today and tomorrow, but we will see them increase Wednesday through Friday (potentially into the weekend) for the Valley/Delta. Low RH values are expected this week as we continue with the warm and dry conditions. Potentially for some northerly winds Thursday.
June 1, 2026 at 6:16 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Open burning is NOT ALLOWED in the city limits of Grass Valley, Nevada City.
June 1, 2026 at 6:15 AM You can find last month’s log here.
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