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We rely on water for a number of different things — and whenever a population needs one specific thing in order to maintain normalcy and sustain life itself, it’s easy for things to get complicated. Sometimes, that’s where regulations come in. KVMR’s Paul Emery talks with hydrogeologist Steve Baker about the different ways that California’s water-related regulations and bills are passed and implem...

We rely on water for a number of different things — and whenever a population needs one specific thing in order to maintain normalcy and sustain life itself, it’s easy for things to get complicated. Sometimes, that’s where regulations come in.  KVMR’s Paul Emery talks with hydrogeologist Steve Baker about the different ways that California’s water-related regulations and bills are passed and imple...

On today’s newscast we look at a new candidate running for Nevada County Board of Supervisors District 2 and updates on I-80 construction.  KVMR’s Felton Pruitt speaks with Maddie Davis, the community engagement manager for the South Yuba River Citizens League.  The organization hosts their 26th annual Yuba River Clean-Up this Saturday, September 23rd.  The California Report covers Governor Gavin...

KVMR’s Felton Pruitt sits down with the Founder and President of Nevada City’s Famous Marching Presidents. He’s got the details about this weekend’s Constitution Day celebrations.

Nevada County works in partnership with Connecting Point’s 211, a free information hotline, to direct residents to important resources. After a look at local weather, we hear from Ulysses Palencia, the service’s Contact Center Manager, to learn more about the service.  A new bill that would deliver a $25 minimum wage to tens of thousands of California's lowest paid healthcare workers is making its...

In today’s news, a number of environmental groups head to Sacramento for the West Coast counterpart to New York City’s March to End Fossil Fuels. Cláudio Mendonça speaks with one of the climate justice organizers leading the charge at Sunday’s event. Felton Pruitt sits down with the Founder and President of Nevada City’s Famous Marching Presidents--he’s got the details about this weekend’s Constit...

If you live in Nevada County, you’ve probably heard of 211 — but how much do you really know about it? What exactly is 211? How does it operate, and who does it stand to benefit? KVMR News Director Cláudio Mendonça spoke 211’s Contact Center Manager, Ulysses Palencia, to learn more about his role within the organization, as well as the hotline’s role in the greater sphere of our community.

Molly Fisk writes, coaches, and teaches writing in California's Sierra Nevada foothills.

In tonight's newscast Al Stahler takes a close look at the California Department of Water Resources’ proposed Sites Reservoir and we hear from the founders of Nevada County's 1st Annual Health Fair, a new event that works to connect local seniors and people with disabilities with resources they need.  The California Report introduces new solutions to the problem of declining Sierra Nevada meadows....

Cláudio Mendonça speaks with the founders of the upcoming Nevada County Heath Fair, Theresa Haleen and Barbara Larsen. The event aims to connect local seniors and people with disabilities with resources they need. 

Damming a river floods its valley, potentially destroying the ecosystem that was once there. California's Department of Water Resources claims its proposed Sites Reservoir, a proposed $5.2 billion off-stream reservoir project west of Colusa in the Sacramento Valley, will do no such damage.  KVMR’s Al Stahler spoke with Ron Stork of Friends of the River to learn more.

KVMR News Director Cláudio Mendonça brings us to the Madelyn Helling Library, which was recently the venue for a punk performance by local band, Slutz Ville. There, he talks with librarian Ian Boalt to learn more about the branch’s brand new zine collection.  Looking for a new place to live? Well, in Sacramento, you can rent a micro apartment, which is a living space smaller than 300 square feet....

Next week, on September 19th and 20th, the Federal Reserve policy makers will be meeting at the Federal Reserve Board in Washington DC. After the meeting, they’ll announce any monetary policy decisions made – but what does that mean for us? KVMR’s Paul Emery sits down with retired Fed economist Gary Zimmerman to answer that question.

Nevada County locals, Slutzville, took center stage on Friday September 8th at Madelyn Helling Library. The free all-ages punk show was organized by The Nevada County library to celebrate the launch of its new Zine Collection. Cláudio Mendonça was there and spoke with Ian Boalt, Adult Services Librarian for the Nevada County Library.

On tonight’s newscast we look at preparations for this weekend’s Constitution Celebration in downtown Nevada City.  And we have an update on Caltrans work on State Route 20. Then KVMR’s Felton Pruitt brings you the latest Nevada City Chamber Report which includes fall festivities that are just around the corner. The California Report reflects on the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. National N...

Felton Pruitt brings you the latest Nevada City Chamber Report which includes fall festivities that are just around the corner.

On tonight’s newscast KVMR’s Felton Pruitt takes us inside this year’s chaotic Burning Man festival with a first-hand account from a veteran Burner. The California Report covers controversy stirred up by the recent pickleball craze.  And we’ve got your weekend weather forecast and details on how to avoid predatory scammers preying on PG&E customers.

Felton Pruitt takes us inside this year’s chaotic Burning Man festival with a first-hand account from a veteran Burner.

Have you heard of The Nevada County Youth Commission? At it’s core, it’s a group of young local people who work to identify, connect, and advocate for any and all issues facing Nevada County Youth. KVMR News Director Cláudio Mendonça spoke with Anni Picken, one of the group's founding members, to learn more about it and its many functions.  Decades ago, the United States government spread misinfor...

Have you heard of The Nevada County Youth Commission? At it’s core, it’s a group of young local people who work to identify, connect, and advocate for any and all issues facing Nevada County Youth.  KVMR News Director Cláudio Mendonça spoke with Anni Picken, one of the group’s founding members, to learn more about the commission and how it seeks to facilitate positive change.

Molly Fisk writes, coaches, and teaches writing in California's Sierra Nevada foothills.