Laura Petersen

3 weeks ago | yubanet.com | Laura Petersen

Ever wondered what sushi really means? The word “sushi” comes from the combination of two Japanese words: “su”  meaning vinegar and “meshi” meaning rice. At its core, sushi is about a perfect blend of tangy rice and delicious toppings, typically fish, but there are a number of plant-based options for vegetarians, as well. For the novice, sushi terms can be intimidating. Don’t worry. Servers at Sushi in the Raw are extensively trained in the intricacies of Japanese cuisine and sake.

1 month ago | yubanet.com | Laura Petersen

Diverse backgrounds and a united passion for community and the power of entrepreneurship are the driving forces behind the new leadership team at Sierra Commons. Leslie Kerns’ connection with Sierra Commons began 15 years ago when her late husband explored the idea of starting a business. Over the years, she witnessed friends launch their own businesses after graduating from the Sierra Commons Business Ignitor Course.

1 month ago | yubanet.com | Laura Petersen

Today, dozens of students gathered in Clear Creek School’s gymnasium to share bubbling volcanoes, growing crystals, solar ovens and more during the first science fair at the school in recent memory. Complete with community judges, donated prizes and countless volunteer hours, the science fair held at the small rural school on McCourtney Road came together thanks to one parent’s fond memories and a persistent idea. “We are thrilled to bring an old-fashioned science fair to our school.

2 months ago | yubanet.com | Laura Petersen

Soon, hundreds of rural households in forested and mountainous neighborhoods like Blue Tent, Banner Mountain and Donner Summit will have access to fast, reliable internet thanks to more than two decades of hard work by county staff putting critical foundations in place. A map showing a large swath of properties stretches out east and north nearly from Edwards Crossing on the South Yuba River to Harmony Ridge and Blue Tent.

2 months ago | yubanet.com | Laura Petersen

With food and green waste pick up now available every week and the McCourtney Road Transfer Station Renovation complete, Western Nevada County residents are looking at trash in a whole new light. Over 1,000 tons of organic waste has been disposed of by WM (formerly Waste Management) customers in Nevada County since the state-mandated program rolled out a month ago. Since Jan.