The Union

The Union is a daily newspaper that caters to the Grass Valley and Nevada County regions in California. It offers comprehensive news coverage that includes local and regional stories. The newspaper features various sections such as news, sports, opinions, entertainment, and additional topics. With a daily print circulation exceeding 14,000 copies, it primarily serves residents of the Nevada County area. The Union also has an online version available for readers. The newspaper employs a team of 65 individuals. It is owned by Swift Communications, which is headquartered in Carson City and operates 20 other newspapers across the western United States.

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‘This is a daunting task’: Nevada County receives $10 million to revitalize two veterans halls

1 day ago | theunion.com | Marianne Boll-See

The Veterans Halls in both Grass Valley and Nevada City are expected to be revitalized with $10 million in grant money from the State of California Strategic Growth Council (SGC). Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading.
Smoke shop tobacco license to be challenged at upcoming council meeting

2 days ago | theunion.com | Marianne Boll-See

The Hot Spot Smoke Shop, located at 440 Colfax Avenue, has filed an appeal with the City of Grass Valley for the denial of its tobacco retail license renewal, and intends on taking appropriate action to uphold, modify, or overturn the hearing officer’s decision.
Wildflowers in bloom along the newly repaired Buttermilk Bend Trail

2 days ago | theunion.com | Marianne Boll-See

The Buttermilk Bend Trail is one of Nevada County’s best places to take in spring wildflowers, and the entire trail reopened on March 29 for visitors to enjoy. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading.
Supervisors to consider subdivision plans, revitalization of veterans halls, discussion of alternative housing

5 days ago | theunion.com | Marianne Boll-See

Efforts to subdivide and speed up the process of a rezone and map for approximately 307 acres at 14344 Banner Quaker Hill Road at the intersection of Banner Lava Cap Road/Red Dog Cross Road in Nevada City will be proposed to the public and the Nevada County Board of Supervisors for approval on Tuesday, April 22 in a meeting beginning at 9 a.m. at the Eric Rood Administrative Center in Nevada City.
‘The enjoyment of learning’: Adult field trips and courses are the best deal going

5 days ago | theunion.com | Marianne Boll-See

Nevada County residents, ages 50 or better, are invited to check out a wide variety of intellectually stimulating classes through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Sierra College. OLLI is offering new classes in person and online, one-day field trips, and overnight trips to culturally significant destinations. Summer 2025 registration opens Wednesday, May 14 at 9 a.m. through the Sierra College OLLI website.
Fatality on Highway 20 in early morning vehicle crash

6 days ago | theunion.com | Marianne Boll-See

A vehicle crash and fire on Highway 20 resulted in the death of one person early Thursday morning, according to Officer Sean Armacher, California Highway Patrol. At approximately 4 a.m. the driver of a mid-size Mercedes-Benz sedan traveling eastbound on Highway 20 drove off the road just east of Scotts Flat Road. The vehicle crashed into a tree which then caught fire, Armacher said. By the time law enforcement and fire crews arrived, the person driving the vehicle was dead.
Joan Merriam: Oh, my aching…knee!

6 days ago | theunion.com | Joan Merriam

Your dog is gleefully running back and forth along the trail, when suddenly you hear a scream of pain and he stops cold, holding his back leg off the ground. Your mind starts racing as you head toward him: has he stepped on something like a piece of glass? Has he been bitten by a snake? No, chances are that he’s injured his cranial cruciate ligament, his CCL. But what is the CCL?
'When people come to you with problems, you're blessed': Local podcast shares conversations of hope and recovery

1 week ago | theunion.com | Marianne Boll-See

Conversations with folks who have dealt with drug and alcohol addictions and are now in recovery can be accessed through a relatively new podcast with the intention of spreading the word that recovery is possible. F.D. Recovery is classified as a docu-series, and it is hosted, edited, and produced by Frank Ruacho, a Nevada County resident and member of Project H.E.A.R.T., which stands for the recovery support group’s motto — we Hold Excellence Above Relapse as a Team.
Annual Red Light Ball gives back to first responders, police, and fire agencies

1 week ago | theunion.com | Marianne Boll-See

Honoring Nevada County’s first responders, police, search and rescue teams, and firefighters is what the 28th annual Red Light Ball is all about. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. Music by the Edgetones is planned with the last dance at approximately 9:30 p.m.The evening is hosted by the Nevada County Law Enforcement Fire Protection Council (NCLFC), an all volunteer organization, who have been raising funds since 1999.
Update on new Holiday Market in Penn Valley at today’s MAC meeting

1 week ago | theunion.com | Marianne Boll-See

The Penn Valley Municipal Advisory Council (PVMAC) invites the public to attend a public meeting by Zoom, by phone, or in person on Thursday, April 17 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Penn Valley Fire Protection District Fire Station, 10513 Spenceville Road in Penn Valley. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading.