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The Sacramento Bee

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Virus found in California for first time after 220 fish die at Nevada County lake

A virus linked to the deaths of about 220 fish at a Nevada County lake was detected in California for the first time, the state Department of Fish and Wildlife said. “This is a sobering discovery given how widely distributed largemouth bass are in California, how popular they are as a sport fish and their economic importance to our rural communities,” said Jay Rowan, the agency's fisheries branch chief, in a Thursday news release. About 220 fish, mostly largemouth bass but also some bluegill, died at Lake of the Pines in September, and tests confirmed the presence of largemouth bass virus, officials said. The virus does not pose a health risk to humans or other warm-blooded animals, the agency said. Officials had not determined how the virus reached the lake. The virus can be introduced “from contaminated equipment, infected baitfish, stocking infected largemouth bass and introducing other carrier species that are infected.” The virus poses no health risks to people who eat infected fish or swim in or drink infected water, the agency said. The agency urged residents to help prevent the virus from spreading by avoiding the transfer of fish between bodies of water and cleaning, draining and drying

Nevada County, CA · 1d

The Sacramento Bee

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Player wins $1.25 million on 1-cent slot machine at Sacramento-area casino

A gambler at Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, near Sacramento, won a $1.25 million jackpot on a penny slot machine. The visitor won the prize on a $3.75 bet on a “Mega Stampede Grand” slot machine, the casino said in a news release. The win came on Friday the 13th, reversing the traditional bad luck of the day, casino officials said. “Friday the 13th has certainly brought extra excitement to Thunder Valley,” said Dawn Clayton, chief executive officer of Thunder Valley Casino Resort. “$1.25 million is an extraordinary win, and we’re lucky to be part of such an exciting day for our guests. Congratulations!” Thunder Valley said it has paid out more than 251,000 jackpots over the past year, averaging nearly 700 jackpots per day, or roughly one every two minutes. Thunder Valley Casino Resort, at 1200 Athens Ave. in Lincoln, has 3,500 slot machines and 89 table games. It is about 35 miles northeast of Sacramento. Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm. However, for some, gambling is an addiction that can ruin lives and families. If you or a loved one shows signs of gambling addiction, you can seek help by calling the

Lincoln, CA · 5h

Mens Journal

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90 MPH Gusts and Up to 24 Inches of Snow as Winter Storm Warnings Replace Watches

Heavy snow and strong winds could reduce visibility across the Sierra to near zero through Saturday morning. Conditions are expected to ease Saturday afternoon and Sunday before the next round arrives Sunday night.

Lake Tahoe, NV · 1d

Reno-Gazette Journal

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Safeway in Lake Tahoe closed after inspectors find rats in storage areas

A grocery store in the Lake Tahoe community of Kings Beach has been closed after health inspectors found a rat infestation in a storage area and breakroom. The Safeway at 7815 N. Lake Blvd. was ordered closed on Monday. Placer County health officials inspected the store after multiple complaints of rodents. Inspectors "found evidence of rodent activity including droppings (in backgroom storage and breakroom) and gnaw marks on food wrappers (in backroom storage)," according to the Nov. 9 inspection report. "During the walk around the rear storage area, multiple rats were sighted running under the pallets and throughout the facility." Before Monday's inspection, the store had received routine health inspections in January and September and received a passing grade both times. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } What happens next with Safeway at Kings Beach? Inspectors provided the Kings Beach Safeway with a five-point checklist in order to reopen: A thorough inspection and remediation of the facility by a pest control company. A detailed treatment plan and schedule of future inspections from the pest control company. Inspection of the store's inventory to discard any items contaminated by pests. Cleaning and sanitization of the storage area

Kings Beach, CA · 3d

Sierra Sun

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Safeway closed in Kings Beach due to rodent infestation

KINGS BEACH, Calif. – The Safeway in Kings Beach is currently closed due to a rodent infestation. Placer County Human and Health Services closed the store on Monday after a site evaluation prompted by multiple complaints of rodent infestation at the facility. According to the county’s report, the inspection...

Kings Beach, CA · 3d

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The 5 Most Dangerous Hikes Near Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe has long been a premier vacation destination, and hiking is one of the best ways to experience its stunning outdoor setting. Visitors can find plenty of short, easy trails to enjoy the lake's sublime scenery without too much exertion. However, these easier, family-friendly hikes sit amid the backdrop of a rugged — and dangerous — mountainous terrain. Lake Tahoe, after all, is located in the dramatic Sierra Nevada mountains on the border between Nevada and California. The vast parks and forests surrounding the lake have plenty of challenging, and potentially treacherous, trails that will push even experienced hikers to their limits, but reward them with jaw-dropping vistas.

Lake Tahoe, CA · 3d

San Francisco Chronicle

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Sierra snowstorm could bring 2 feet of snow and blizzard conditions

California’s Sierra Nevada will see heavy snow and powerful winds on Friday, making travel to Tahoe and across the crest dangerous — with another round of snow arriving late Sunday.

Truckee, CA · 2d

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Winter Storm Watch haunts California Friday 13

After a dry stretch, winter is finally clearing its throat across California and the broader West. A fresh round of mountain weather is lining up for the weekend, and skiers, drivers and resort crews are all paying close attention. Why is California on alert this weekend?. Forecasters are warning of...

California · 1d

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Iconic caboose moves through streets of historic Colfax

I had the chance to witness something I've never seen before, nor ever really thought I'd see. A more than 100-year-old train caboose rolled through the streets of Colfax, instead of on rails, as part of a relocation process to the 1905 depot across the street Thursday morning. Since 1969, the SP #863 wooden caboose has been a visual symbol of Colfax's railroad history at its perch on the corner of Grass Valley and Main Street. As part of a plan to move it to a more accessible spot at the depot, a team from Scott's Heavy Towing lifted the caboose onto wheels to make the delicate move.

Colfax, CA · 1d

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‘You can’t do it this way’: Sacramento sheriff, Placer DA condemn Newsom’s clemency order

Governor Gavin Newsom has made a sweeping change to California’s death row. Last week Newsom used his executive clemency authority to convert all death sentences in the state — nearly 550 in total — to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Newsom previously instituted a moratorium on capital punishment in California in 2019.

California · 3d

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This Old-School California Mountain Diner Has Been Serving Comfort Food Through Snowy Winters Since 1947

Homemade shrimp and sausage gumbo shows up at a mountain breakfast counter, and it often sells out. That’s not a typo. A Louisiana family recipe lives in the snowy Sierra. The doors open at 5:30 in the morning, every single day. Even better, the earliest eaters can score a discount on their food before the sun fully shows up.

Truckee, CA · 3d

Tahoe Daily Tribune

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Tosh.0 star’s Tahoe house sells for $10.75 million

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – Comedian Daniel Tosh of Tosh.0 sold his Tahoe property for $10.75 million after initially listing it for $11.9 million last year. He originally bought the property for $7 million in 2018. The lakefront gated property — located between Tahoe City and Sunnyside at 1250 and...

Tahoe City, CA · 11h

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Powell’s Steamer Co. & Pub in Downtown Placerville Changing Owners

Powell’s Steamer Co. & Pub, a longtime seafood and American restaurant on Main Street in downtown Placerville, is changing ownership. State records show that Vincent Richardson is taking over the restaurant at 425 Main St., and the transfer is still pending. The pending records list the business under the...

Placerville, CA · 21h

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Seven California Small-Town Bakeries Selling Out Of Pie Every Thanksgiving Week

Every November, a lot of Californians quietly accept that their turkey is negotiable but the pie is not. The trouble is that the best pies in the state often come from tiny towns, mountain hamlets, and roadside farm stands, and those places run out fast once Thanksgiving week arrives. This...

California · 1d

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Impending storm cancels Hangtown 100 at Placerville Speedway

With wet weather forecasted for this weekend, Hangtown 100 officials have made the decision to cancel both nights of racing scheduled for this Friday and Saturday at Placerville Speedway. “With how the forecast looks for this weekend we wanted to make an early decision since people are traveling from all...

Placerville, CA · 2d

Sierra Sun

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Palisades Tahoe to kick off season on Nov. 25 opening day with celebration

OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. – Officially kicking off the 2026-27 winter season when the lifts start turning on Wednesday, Nov. 25, the celebration continues through the weekend with live music, family-friendly activities, giveaways, and mountain community celebrations. As part of the resort’s Welcome to Winter weekend festivities, the Palisades Tahoe community will come together on Saturday, Nov. 28 at 4:00 p.m. to honor five new FORGED inductees: Mark “Sully” Sullivan, Tom Day, J.T. Holmes, Sherry McConkey, and Mike and Dave Hatchett.

Olympic Valley, CA · 1d

CBS Sacramento

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Lincoln sales tax measure leads as business owners warn of added costs

As Californians continue to grapple with the cost of living, a proposed sales tax increase in the city of Lincoln could make shopping more expensive for residents.

Lincoln, CA · 2d

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Deftones Bring 2027 Tour Home to Wheatland and Concord, Tickets Drop Soon

Deftones are coming back to Northern California next spring, with stops at Toyota Amphitheatre in Wheatland on May 16, 2027, and Toyota Pavilion at Concord on May 26, 2027, as part of a newly announced 23-city North American tour. Knocked Loose and Julie are set to open both shows, part of a run that kicks off in Dallas and wraps a month and a half later in Toronto.

Concord, CA · 1d

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Thanksgiving Break Camps in Auburn + Nearby

School's out the week of Thanksgiving, and somebody still has to work Monday through Wednesday. Most local schools are off Monday, November 23 through Friday, November 27, and camps run the first two or three days of that week. We checked every camp below on its own registration page so you can see dates, hours, ages and price at a glance.

Auburn, CA · 2d

CBS Sacramento

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Sacramento's own Deftones bringing 2027 tour to Wheatland

Deftones are returning to the Sacramento region after hometown shows at Golden 1 Center and Aftershock in 2025.

Sacramento, CA · 1d