Suzie Daggett: Former executive dances to a new tune

Michael Stone uses his feet and mind to achieve well being
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Stray Cuts Salon owner celebrates 27 years in Nevada City

Nyla is a third generation Nevada City resident. Her family tree started here with the Cornish hard rock miners who came during the gold rush....
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The cream of her crop

Nevada City spa owner creates her own line of beauty products...
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Strawser finishes strong as Nevada City Bike Classic director

After the 50th anniversary race, the director says it’s time to move on ...
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Ruth Schwartz: A positive relationship with customers pays off

In this economy, customers want good prices. However, it is also true that when people are ready to buy a product, they will pay for value....
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St. Josephs Cultural Center benefit to be held Sunday, June 27

The Benefit to Preserve and Restore St. Joseph's Cultural Center will feature many of Nevada County's musicians, poets and public speakers....
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Sierra Fund report says some recreational areas are health hazards

“Our study documents that these abandoned mines pose a toxic health threat on public lands that are widely used for recreational activities." Elizabeth Martin, CEO of the Sierra Fund...
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Food for Thought: Harvest herbs, get busy and presto you have pesto

Pesto, made with basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil and Parmesan cheese, is a classic summer sauce that everyone knows and loves....
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Canine Connection: Back yards can be hazardous to a dog’s health

The list of plants and substances that can be dangerous or even lethal to pets is extensive. ...
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Healing Destination: Caregivers need to take care of themselves, too

After 34 years in health care and 24 years as a parent, compassion fatigue and burn-out are not strangers to me and neither is the mandate to keep on with what must be done....
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Your view: Can we leave oil before it leaves us?

This oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico is a sign of things to come in so many ways....
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Attorney to discuss business issues at Sierra Commons in Nevada City

The presentation, which is open to the public, will cover issues that range from intellectual property law to privacy to labor law. ...
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Nevada City wins over ‘ The Christmas Card’ writer

"When I first pulled into town, I thought 'oh my gosh, this is the movie.’ " - Joany Kane...
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June calendar of events for western Nevada County

The Nevada County Composers Cooperative presents WET INK at 7:30 p.m. at the Amaral Center at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley. The free concert features a choir with more than 200 voices and the California State University Sacramento Percussion Group. Tickets are available at the Music in the Mountains ticket office at 530 Searls Ave. For more information, call 530-265-6124. ...
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Union Hill School holding art auction on June 27

The Art Auction and Sale will feature 25 local professional artists showcasing many mediums of art. The art will be for sale via silent auction, artist’s booths and a live auction from 5 to 8 p.m. ...
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KNCO, Kane's to hold penny pitch fundraiser for Nevada County United Way

'In the first year, I struggled to get four sponsors. I wanted eight last year but got seven. I have 11 sponsors this year and I didn’t have to struggle.' Joe Hevia, founder of the penny pitch fundraiser...
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