Local Politics · Nevada County
Candidates Keith Allen and Tim Giroux reported that their campaign signs for the Nevada Joint Union High School District (NJUHSD) Area 5 seat were vandalized or stolen. Approximately 40 of Giroux's signs were spray-painted over in the Alta Sierra neighborhood, with a "Save Girls Sports" banner specifically targeted; Allen had three signs removed from locations along Combie Road near Lake of the Pines and the Holiday Market area. Both candidates contacted the Nevada County Sheriff's Office, which reportedly said it could not act without additional evidence. California law classifies damage under $400 as a misdemeanor and sign theft from private property as petty theft.
Community News · Nevada County
Nevada County Assessor Rolf Kleinhans and Treasurer-Tax Collector Michelle Bodley have published a marked-up example of the county's annual secured property tax bill on the Treasurer-Tax Collector's website. The guide explains key items including assessed value, special assessments, direct charges, and installment payment amounts. Property owners are encouraged to review their bills carefully and can contact the Assessor's Office at 530-265-1232 for assessment questions or the Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office at 530-265-1285 for payment inquiries.
Social Events · Nevada City, CA
The documentary 'Saving Walden's World,' recently accepted for national PBS distribution via NETA, screens free Saturday, October 24, at 6 p.m. in the Gene Albaugh Community Room at the Madelyn Helling Library, 980 Helling Way, Nevada City. Director Jim Merkel will stay after the film for a live Q&A, followed by a sustainability social in downtown Nevada City (location TBA). The screening is hosted by Deb and Leo Chapman and Nevada County Community Partners as part of the '100 Rooms. 1 Story' grassroots tour. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; the event is free and open to the public.
Social Events · Grass Valley, CA
Grass Valley United Methodist Church will host its monthly Last Friday Supper on Friday, Oct. 30, at 236 S. Church St. in Grass Valley. Doors open at 5 p.m., with dinner served from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The menu features loaded baked potatoes and pumpkin bread, accompanied by live music from The Strum Bums. The event is free; donations are gratefully received.
