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A Teacher’s Experiences: Participation Ribbons
A Teacher’s Experiences: Participation Ribbons

“Students are not the only ones who are buying into the ‘just-show-up’ work ethic.”

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The Baryton: Heard by Few, Mastered by Fewer
The Baryton: Heard by Few, Mastered by Fewer

An 18th-century Baroque string instrument rarely seen or heard in modern concert halls is coming to Grass Valley.

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Dazed and Confused: Interpreting Ballot Measures
Dazed and Confused: Interpreting Ballot Measures

“With 14 statewide propositions plus local measures, I encourage everyone to spend some time reading before voting.”

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A Teacher’s Thoughts: Getting Back to the Basics
A Teacher’s Thoughts: Getting Back to the Basics

“My students excelled once they had the foundation.”

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Why Local Representation in Congress Matters to Nevada County
Why Local Representation in Congress Matters to Nevada County

Robb Tucker, Nevada County Supervisor for District 2 and lifelong resident, brings firsthand knowledge of local water systems, wildfire risks, evacuation routes, and forest health. His local experience strengthens federal advocacy for infrastructure funding, public safety, and community resilience in high-fire areas.

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Outgoing Trustee Ken Johnson Endorses Tim Giroux in High School Board Race
Outgoing Trustee Ken Johnson Endorses Tim Giroux in High School Board Race

Outgoing Nevada Joint Union High School District (NJUHSD) Trustee Ken Johnson has endorsed Tim Giroux to succeed him on the school board.

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The Baryton: Heard by Few, Mastered by Fewer
The Baryton: Heard by Few, Mastered by Fewer

An 18th-century Baroque string instrument rarely seen or heard in modern concert halls is coming to Grass Valley.

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Hardy Bullock Backed Measure V Settlement Later Disputes FPPC Findings
Hardy Bullock Backed Measure V Settlement Later Disputes FPPC Findings

Supervisor Hardy Bullock joined a 5-0 July vote accepting Nevada County’s FPPC Measure V settlement and $31,500 penalty, then publicly rejected those findings. A 2022 court had already ordered emotional ballot language removed before the mailers.

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FPPC Fines Nevada County Over Measure V, Questions Whether the Law Is Tough Enough
FPPC Fines Nevada County Over Measure V, Questions Whether the Law Is Tough Enough

Nearly four years after Nevada County voters rejected Measure V, California’s political ethics watchdog has formally concluded that the County used taxpayer money to campaign for the sales-tax measure — and the case is prompting broader questions about whether state law does enough to deter government agencies from using public resources to influence elections.

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