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Christmas Tree Permits Available for Tahoe and Plumas National Forest

How do you reduce wildfire risk and increase holiday cheer? By obtaining a Christmas Tree Permit, of course! Removal of small-diameter trees from selected areas reduces wildfire risk by reducing over-growth, particularly among firs. Tahoe National Forest and Plumas National Forest have both opened their tree-cutting programs for the season. Species available to cut are pine, fir, or cedar.

Tahoe National Forest Christmas Tree Permits are valid from November 7th through December 31st and can be obtained on Recreation.gov's website.

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Shop and Support Local This Small Business Saturday

The holidays are all about giving–and the best gift you can give local businesses is your support. Shop and support local small businesses throughout Nevada County on November 26th for Small Business Saturday and kick off the season in a meaningful way.

Together We Give. Giving Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Give Back with CNL's Giving Tuesday Nonprofit Wishlist

Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past ten years, this idea has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity year-round.

Anyone who lives in or visits Nevada County knows it’s a special place; and it’s not just the beautiful scenery and iconic history. Our community is rich with nonprofit organizations that enhance our lives every day with essential community services that help people to connect, grow, and thrive. These organizations are threads in the fabric that make Nevada County so special.

The Center for Nonprofit Leadership is proud to present Western Nevada County’s annual Giving Tuesday Nonprofit Wish List. This wish list gives you an opportunity to give back to local nonprofits and help them do what they do best.

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Keep Your Medi-Cal

Don't miss important information about your Medi-Cal coverage--make sure Nevada County has your current contact information.

During the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE), Medi-Cal beneficiaries have stayed enrolled in the program. If your contact information or household circumstances have changed, please update your information today by contacting Nevada County Social Services at 530-265-1340, by going to the Social Services office at 950 Maidu Avenue in Nevada City during regular business hours, or by going to the BenefitsCal website. This may help you keep your Medi-Cal coverage after the COVID-19 PHE ends.

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Get Outside: Library Offers New Additions to Recreation Collection

Over the summer, the Nevada County Library launched the Recreation Collection with outdoor games and equipment available for check out. With your library card you can check out a disc golf set if you’re headed to Condon Park, a bird-watching kit for your hike along Deer Creek, or a backyard game like badminton, Spike Ball, and giant Jenga.

As the winter season sets in, the Nevada County Library continues to expand this Recreation Collection. Are you looking to get outside in the snow? Now you can check out a pair of snowshoes, available in various sizes! Looking for something to do indoors? Check out a board game like Ticket to Ride, Bananagrams, or a Dungeons and Dragons starter kit. Are you looking to develop a new skill? Check out an acoustic guitar and access beginning guitar lessons through our online resources like LinkedIn Learning or Coursera. What is it that you want to do this winter season? The Library probably has a resource for you–talk to your local library staff for personalized recommendations.

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Are You A Bookaholic? Bookstores In Grass Valley, Nevada City, & Beyond

Are you a book or record collector whose vision of a perfect day includes exploring newly discovered shops and libraries filled with New York Times Best Sellers and eclectic rare out-of-print treasures? Here are the bookstores in Grass Valley, Nevada City, and Truckee that you’ll need to carve out some time to explore.

Nevada County is a literary community that cherishes the written word. Home to local authors like Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Gary Snyder, Molly Fisk, Jordan Fisher Smith, Hank Meals, Chris Enss, and Sands Hall, this community is on the map. It’s also a big draw for writers who travel near and far to participate in events like Sierra Poetry Festival produced by Nevada County Arts Council and the inspirational mountain workshops organized by Community of Writers.

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Job Openings at Nevada County: Risk Management Administrative Analyst II

Nevada County employs approximately 800 employees covering a full range of services and positions, from accountants to wastewater treatment system operators. In Nevada County, quality of life comes first. It is the only rural California county with two designated Cultural Arts Districts and is known for its abundance of outdoor recreational activities.

We are looking for the right person to join the risk management team and help deliver exceptional service to our internal department customers. Interviews will be held the week of December 12, 2022.

The Administrative Analyst II is a limited, two-year assignment, with an option to telework one to two days per week. We need someone who is truly interested in working for Nevada County Risk Management and is motivated by making a difference. The Administrative Analyst must have a passion for customer service, claims management, risk analysis, and implementing risk mitigation initiatives.

Why is this the career for you?

• You are motivated to help injured employees recover and return to work

• You like to investigate and understand root causes of incidents

• You like to work in a team environment

• You have a knowledge of tort law, workers’ compensation, or insurance

• You thrive with detailed work

• We provide support to each other and our customers and community

• We are intent on sharing knowledge and motivating each other to do our best every day

• We value creativity and looking for efficiencies in our processes

• We support building leaders at all levels by providing personal and professional growth opportunities to our employees

The Administrative Analyst will work under the Risk Manager and with County Counsel, Human Resources, and department colleagues to manage claims, analyze risks, and implement risk mitigation initiatives. Our goal is to provide our employees with the technical skills and education required for everyone to be successful in our organization.

Find out more information about this position online. Have a question? Contact Human Resources by calling (530) 265-7010 and selecting option 2.

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