Nevada County Vaccine Update: 100% of Vaccines Available in Nevada County Are Planned For

According to State data released Monday, February 15th, over 15,000 doses have been administered to Nevada County residents, and more vulnerable residents have access to make appointments as Nevada County. 

Vaccines come into the county through se...

Nevada County Vaccine Update: County opens new vaccine clinic in Grass Valley

Space for the clinic is being provided by Dignity Health’s Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital with support from the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation. Internet service for the site was donated by Smarter Broadband and local artist Kathy Wronski has ...

Nevada County Vaccine Update: County Pilots MyTurn with Limited Appointments

An extremely limited number of appointments will be available as we test the system before expanding access in the coming days and weeks. These first few appointments are a small pilot of MyTurn in Nevada County. Nevada County residents who have signed up...

Nevada County Vaccine Update: State revises vaccine eligibility

We continue to received a very limited supply of vaccine, with an average of 1,850 doses a week. This total includes both first and second doses. Although the state has increased vaccine eligibility, access locally remains dependent of vaccine supply. And...

Nevada County Partners with Tahoe Forest Hospital to Vaccinate Tahoe Truckee Teachers

On Wednesday February 3, 2021, teachers from the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District received their first COVID-19 vaccinations, administered by Tahoe Forest Hospital staff and school nurses from Tahoe Truckee Unified School District. Nevada County is c...

Text VACCINEINFO to 898211 for Vaccine Updates from Public Health and 211

Nevada County Public Health has partnered with 211 Connecting Point to provide the community text updates when new information about the COVID-19 vaccine in Nevada County becomes available. Residents can subscribe to find out updates like when, where and ...

Nevada County Exits Stay Home Order into Purple Tier

The State has lifted the Regional Stay Home Order for the Greater Sacramento Region, which includes Nevada County. Due to Nevada County's current daily average of COVID-19 cases and positivity rate, Nevada County will be exiting the Stay Home Order into t...

Nevada County Increases COVID-19 Testing at Grass Valley Testing Site

Nevada County’s Grass Valley COVID-19 testing site has increased testing to six days a week to add 165 more tests to its weekly testing capacity, an increase of more that 15% of the testing site’s previous capacity. Placer County&r...

Nevada County Remains in Regional Stay Home Order

Nevada County continues to be under the State's Stay Home Order along with neighboring counties in the Greater Sacramento region. According to the State's latest COVID-19 facts, the Greater Sacramento region’s daily current ICU capacity numbers have been ...

Nevada County Introduces Dr. Scott Kellermann as Public Health Officer

Beginning January 1, 2021, Dr. Scott Kellermann will be joining the County of Nevada as Public Health Officer. While Dr. Kellermann will begin his role as Public Health Officer on the first, his contract will formally come before the Nevada County Board o...

Nevada County Hospitals Receive First Shipment of COVID Vaccine

On Thursday morning Nevada County received the first shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine which included 975 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. These first doses are being distributed to our two hospitals, Tahoe Forest Hospital in Truckee and Sierra Nevada...

Grass Valley COVID-19 Testing Site Moves to Nearby Colfax Ave Location

Nevada County’s COVID-19 testing site has moved from the Grass Valley Veterans Hall to 231 Colfax Avenue in Grass Valley (formerly Summer Thymes). The new site is only a half mile away from the Grass Valley Veterans Hall and will continue to be operated b...

Nevada County moves into regional Stay-at-Home Order beginning Friday, December 11th

Today, the State announced that Nevada County, along with neighboring counties in the Greater Sacramento region, will be moving into the State’s Regional Stay at Home Order beginning Friday, December 11^th. The order will remain in effect for a m...

Nevada County remains in the State’s Purple Tier as COVID cases rise

A regional Stay-at-Home Order is possible if current trends continue and the Greater Sacramento regions ICU capacity falls below 15%

Nevada County Public Health’s mission is to support community health and protect the community against disasters....

Five COVID Deaths Reported Today, Largely Due to Outbreaks in Skilled Nursing Facilities

Today, Nevada County reported five additional deaths from COVID-19. Four of these  deaths are related to COVID-19 outbreaks in local skilled nursing facilities and elderly residents who lived there, and the other was an older adult not affiliated...

Nevada County Community Update on COVID-19 and Regional Stay-at-Home Order

To blunt the curve and save lives, California has introduced a Regional Stay-at-Home Order today for counties whose regional hospital systems fall under 15% ICU capacity. Although Nevada County is not immediately placed into a Stay-at-Home Order due to re...

Nevada County COVID-19 Cases Continue to Rise

Nevada County COVID-19 cases rapidly rise due to social gatherings and workplace exposures

California Governor Gavin Newsom has indicated that additional measures, such as a statewide Stay-at-Home Order, are possible if current trends continue

Nevada County...

Nevada County COVID-19 Cases Continue to Rise Exponentially

Nevada County has seen a rapid rise in COVID-19 cases, with over 120 new cases over the weekend representing 10% of our total COVID-19 cases since March. Today, the State announced that Nevada County’s COVID-19 data continues to meet criteria fo...

State Issues Limited Stay at Home Order to Slow Spread of COVID-19

Due to the rapid rise in COVID-19 cases across California, Governor Newsom and CDPH announced a limited Stay at Home Order requiring generally that non-essential work, movement and gatherings stop between 10 PM and 5 AM in counties in the purple tier.

Tips for a Healthier Holiday Season

The spread of COVID-19 is increasing across the country and in California as colder weather drives more people indoors. Here are some extra tips on how to celebrate the holidays more safely.

Nevada County moves into the State’s Purple Tier with a rapid rise in local COVID-19 cases

Nevada County COVID-19 cases rapidly rise due to social gatherings and workplace exposures

The State announced Nevada County in the most restrictive Purple “Widespread” Tier for COVID-19 business modifications

Given the exponential rise ...

Continue to be COVID safe: Nevada County COVID data meets the Red “Substantial” Tier for first week

The State announced Nevada County in the Red “Substantial” Tier for the first time since September

If Nevada County’s daily, new COVID-19 cases meet the more restrictive Red or Purple Tier next week, Nevada County will move in...

Continue to be COVID safe: Nevada County trending towards the Red “Substantial” Tier

Nevada County remains in the Orange “Moderate” Tier, although is trending towards the Red “Substantial” Tier

On August 31^st, the State introduced a new tiered framework that connects the level of openness of business sectors to COVID-19 conditions on the g...

No Cost Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Permit Fee Waivers Support Local Business Community

 PPE requests must be made in advance: www.MyNevadaCounty.com/PPENevada City, CA—The County of Nevada Office of Emergency Services (OES) is offering local small business owners, with 25 employees or less, masks and hand sanitize...

Tips for a safe Halloween during COVID-19

Find Halloween COVID-19 guidance developed by Public Health, as well as a flyer that highlights some key parts of the guidance:

• Flyer: https://www.mynevadacounty.com/DocumentCenter/View/36119/Halloween-COVID-Flyer
• Detailed Guidance Document:&nb...

Continue to be COVID safe: Nevada County Moves into the Orange “Moderate” Tier

The State announced Nevada County in the Orange “Moderate” Tier which allows businesses to safely increase the capacity in facilities

All members of the community are encouraged to continue to be COVID safe as we move into the Orange &a...

Continue to be COVID Safe: Help Nevada County Reach the Orange Tier Next Week

Nevada County remains on the cusp of the orange “Moderate” tier which would allow businesses to safely increase the capacity in facilities

All members of the community are encouraged to consider how personal behavior can help move Nevad...

Be COVID Safe Over Labor Day Weekend

With Labor Day coming up, Nevada County Public Health reminds residents to stay COVID safe while enjoying their holiday weekend. Please remember to maintain physical distance from those outside your household, wear a mask when you are not able to maintain...

State Announces New COVID-19 Blueprint for Counties

Your Actions Save Lives: Individuals are urged to wear a mask, maintain six feet of space, wash hands and get tested to help move Nevada County from Tier 2 to Tier 3 and support a Safer Economy.

Nevada County, CA – Today, the Governor an...

County Supervisors Allocate $250,000 to the Nevada County Relief Fund for Third Round of Grants

County Supervisors Allocate $250,000 to the Nevada County Relief Fund for Third Round of Grants to Small Businesses and “Safety-net” Nonprofits

Round 3 Grant Applications due August 21^st; Apply online at https://www.ne...

County Supervisors Approve $1.5 Million for “Economic & Community Resiliency” Grants

The County of Nevada Board of Supervisors approved $1.5 Million to support a new “Economic & Community Resiliency” grants program designed to offset COVID-19 related economic hardships and disruptions to local businesses and nonpro...

Ready Nevada County TFF Carhop Event - July 25

oin us for a SPECIAL EDITION of our TFF Carhop as we partner with Ready Nevada County to find new ways to support local businesses and have some fun too! Being Read Nevada County means being ready for anything. Office of Emergency Services is excited to p...

Nevada County Relief Fund Provides $200,000 in Second-Round Grant Awards to Local “Safety-net”

Nevada County Relief Fund Provides $200,000 in Second-Round Grant Awards 

to Local “Safety-net” Nonprofits and Small Businesses 

Nevada City, CA – The Nevada County Relief Fund announced it...

Statewide Closure of All Bars and Indoor Operations of Restaurants, Wineries and Movie Theaters

Nevada County is not currently on the State’s County Monitoring List; fitness centers, personal services, hair salons, places of worship and offices may remain open with State required modifications in place

Nevada County, CA &...

TFF Carhop Event - July 11-12

Join us as we find new ways to support local businesses and have some fun too! TFF Carhop events are intended to support local food vendors and provide the community with a safe way to get their favorite summer treats.Events are scheduled to run Every Sat...

Nevada County Reminds Residents to Help Limit Spread of COVID-19 Over Holiday Weekend

As our case counts rise locally, Public Health asks our community to avoid gatherings with non-household members

Summer is officially here in Nevada County. As residents prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend, Nevada County reminds residents to fo...

Nevada County Announces Interim Public Health Officer Dr. Richard Johnson

Nevada County Public Health will continue to have enhanced health officer support from Dr. Glennah Trochet and Dr. Ken Cutler 

Nevada County Public Health welcomes Dr. Richard Johnson as interim Public Health Officer. Dr. Johnson is an M.D., has a...

The National and Local Economic Impact of the Coronavirus

The National and Local Economic Impact of the Coronavirus

Public Invited to talk with economist Jon Haveman, July 9th, 6:00-7:30PM 

Nevada City, CA – Renowned economist, Jon Haveman, will present a public talk on the national and...

Surge in Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in Nevada County

Physical Distancing and Reopening with Modifications Remains Important to Protect our Community and Continue to Reopen

Stage 3 Personal Service Businesses May Reopen with Modifications Today, June 19th

We have seen a significant increase of new cases in the...

Nevada County Launches Let’s Talk Nevada County Campaign

Nevada County Launches Let’s Talk Nevada County Campaign

NEVADA COUNTY – In challenging times, taking care of ourselves and others is important. Life can leave us feeling stressed, anxious and worried during good times, not to mention d...

TFF Carhop Event this Saturday and Sunday, June 20-21

Join us as we find new ways to support local businesses and have some fun too! TFF Carhop events are intended to support local food vendors and provide the community with a safe way to get their favorite summer treats.Events are scheduled to run Every Sat...

Moving Forward - A Virtual Town Hall with Local Officials

Moving Forward - A Virtual Town Hall with Local Officials

Nevada County Relief Fund Seeks Round 2 Grant Applications from “Safety-net” Nonprofits

Nevada County Relief Fund Seeks Round 2 Grant Applications from “Safety-net” Nonprofits and Small Businesses

Apply online at https://www.nevcorelief.org/apply-for-relief/ starting at Noon on Wednesday, June 17^th 

Also, ...

Nevada County COVID-19 Testing Site Updates

Nevada County COVID-19 Testing Site Updates

The state launched 80 OptumServe testing sites throughout California, collaborating with county leaders to identify appropriate testing sites with a focus on underserved communities. Nevada County was successful ...

Nevada County Stage 3 Businesses May Reopen with Modifications, June 12th

Nevada County Stage 3 Businesses May Reopen with Modifications, June 12^th

Nevada County Public Health Officer Rescinded Local Lodging and Short-Term Rental Order

Nevada County is hosting a follow-up Stage 3 Business Guidance Workshop on Tuesday, June 16^th&a...

Saturday, June 6th TFF Car Hop Event to Celebrate Nevada County Students

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL STUDENTS AND THE CLASS OF 2020

Nevada County is proud to bring together the community and celebrate the graduating class of 2020 through our upcoming Carhop event this weekend. To show support for our graduating high school students ...

Nevada County confirmed COVID-19 cases increases to 48

Six additional confirmed cases in Eastern Nevada County

Five of the residents are closely connected with a common exposure; the sixth was a person who had no symptoms

Nevada County received notification of six new COVID-19 cases today; five of the residents...

Nevada County Relief Fund Announces $210,000 in First-Round Grant Awards

Nevada County Relief Fund Announces $210,000 in First-Round Grant Awards 

Nevada City, CA – The Nevada County Relief Fund has announced the first round of grant awards, totaling $210,000 boosting eight “safety-net” no...

Nevada County Public Health updates Reopen Nevada County Plan

Nevada County Public Health updates Reopen Nevada County plan to include hair salons, barber shops and religious services with modifications

Hair salons and barber shops may now open under Nevada County’s attestation of readiness with the State

Re...

Nevada County Transit Services Will Provide Fare Free Service Through June 30, 2020

Release Date: May 26, 2020

Nevada County Transit Services Will Provide Fare Free Service Through June 30, 2020

As our community continues to adapt to the current Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, Nevada County Transit Services is providing essenti...

Nevada County Public Health Officer Issues Revised Short-Term Rental Order

Nevada County Public Health Officer Issues Revised Short-Term Rental Order

Nevada County still under statewide Order

Short-term rentals can be rented for stage 2 business travel, to essential service workers and COVID impacted persons

On March 19th, Governor...

Heidi Hall: Stay Strong and Stand Together

Since the Governor’s Stay at Home order was issued on March 19, Nevada County, like every community around the world, has struggled to meet the challenges brought on by a global pandemic. While some communities have rushed to re-open, defying st...

Great Plates Delivered Begins Service in Nevada County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 19, 2020

Great Plates Delivered Begins Service in Nevada County

Program delivers fresh meals to seniors who do not qualify for other supplemental nutrition programs and supports local food ...

Nevada County Relief Fund Seeks Grant Applications from “Safety-net” Nonprofits and Small Businesses

Apply online at https://www.nevcorelief.org/apply/ 

The Nevada County Relief Fund seeks grant applications from “safety-net” nonprofits in western Nevada County providing a life-line to our neighbors most in need, and ...

Nevada County's Readiness Plan approved by State

Nevada County Stage 2 businesses can reopen with COVID-19 Prevention Plans in Place

County staff have been working with businesses to help with COVID-19 Prevention Plans

Nevada County’s attestation of readiness, or readiness plan, has been approve...

Nevada County submits Readiness Plan to State to move further towards Stage 2 reopening

State is expected to give approval of Readiness Plan in 24-48 hours

Nevada County businesses are encouraged to start preparing for Stage 2 reopening

Today, Nevada County Public Health Officials received good news after a meeting with the California Departme...

Nevada County Public Health Officer Rescinds Local Stay-at-Home Order

Nevada County still under statewide Order

State announced the "soft opening" of Stage 2 begins today

"Soft opening" includes curbside pickup only for some low-risk retail businesses

Nevada County Public Health Officer, Dr. Ken Cutler, has...

Nevada County prepared for modification and Stage 2 of statewide Stay-at-Home Order

County looks towards reopening of lower-risk workplaces and meeting state readiness criteria

Today Governor Newsom announced good news that "the state can begin to move into Stage 2 of modifying the stay at home order this Friday, May 8, with guidelin...

Nevada County will increase COVID-19 testing with new community testing sites

May 4^th UPDATE: Testing locations confirmed and appointment registration now available

Western Nevada County

New COVID-19 testing sites are accepting appointments and will open on TUESDAY, May 5, in Grass Valley. Visit https://lhi.care/covidtesting (or call...

Nevada County Relief Fund Empowers Community to Take Care of its Own

Nevada County Relief Fund Empowers Community to Take Care of its Own

Fund creates immediate safety net for vulnerable populations and small business during the COVID pandemic; New website www.NevCoRelief.org launched to...

Community Education on Stay at Home Order

Community Education on the Stay-at-Home Order remains the Top Priority Across All County Departments

Code Compliance Addresses Questions and Concerns Regarding Stay-At-Home Compliance via Ask Nevada County App, 211 Operators, and MyNevadaCounty.com

Nevada C...

COVID-19 Symptom Tracker Now Available to Collect Community-level Data

Nevada County Public Health understands that our community wants current and up-to-date information about COVID-19 in our community. Since we have rapidly identified the arrival of COVID-19 in our community, our focus is to slow the spread of the virus, p...

Nevada County Efforts to Reach Individuals Experiencing Homelessness during COVID-19

Nevada County is partnering closely with the City of Grass Valley, Nevada City, Town of Truckee, and community partners to reach individuals experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic. These people may not have the same access to hygiene or th...

Public Health Officer Issues New Stay-at-Home Order for Nevada County to Clarify Local Questions

Nevada County Health Officer Dr. Ken Cutler has issued a new Order that clarifies and complements the statewide Stay-at-Home Order in order to address local questions and issues. This Order is in effect until rescinded.

“Although it is somewhat r...

Public Health Officer Recommends Cloth Face Coverings in Addition to Healthy Hygiene Habits

The Nevada County Health Officer continues to recommend that our best community and individual steps to slow the transmission of COVID-19 include washing hands frequently, avoiding touching our eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands, and physical distan...

Nevada County Public Health Officer Issues Self Isolation and Quarantine for COVID-19

Today, April 7, 2020, in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 and to protect vulnerable individuals and to help prevent the local healthcare system from being overwhelmed, the Nevada County Health Officer, Dr. Ken Cutler, has issued two new separate, ...

Nevada County Public Health Reports the First COVID-19 Related Death

Nevada County Public Health is reporting the first Nevada County death related to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The person was an elderly Eastern Nevada County resident who had underlying health conditions and previously tested positive for the coronav...

Stay Home & Save Lives from COVID-19

The Nevada County Public Health Department needs your help in combating coronavirus in our community. At this critical time, you can make an important contribution to the battle against COVID-19 by sheltering in place.

By now we hope it’s clear t...

Gold Country Stage & Lift Service Alert

Release Date: March 31, 2020Department of Public Works, Transit Services DivisionContact Person: Robin Van Valkenburgh, Transit Services ManagerTelephone: 477-0103, Extension 1003

Service Alert- Effective April 1, 2020

Due to issues surrounding COVID-19, i...

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Frequently Asked Questions

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act passed on Friday, March 27. The state of California issued a comprehensive Frequently Asked Questions document to help make sense of the new relief legislation. This document covers relief pro...

California State Parks Takes Additional Steps to Help Slow Down the Spread of COVID-19

For Immediate Release: March 26, 2020Source: California State ParksContact: Newsroom@parks.ca.gov

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California State Parks today announced it is temporarily closing vehicle access to 59 additional state parks a...

Supervisors Launch Nevada County COVID-19 Business Task Force

Last Friday, over seventy-five business and nonprofit leaders participated in a kick-off video call to launch the “Nevada County COVID-19 Business Task Force,” co-chaired by Board Chair Heidi Hall and Vice Chair Dan Miller.

“I...

Interfaith Food Ministry Urgently Needs Volunteers

Interfaith Food Ministry (IFM) is currently experiencing a shortage of volunteers due to the statewide Order to Stay at Home. Anyone in good health is welcome, including high school and college student volunteers. School credit will be applied where possi...

All WIC Services are Available by Phone or Video Chat

During COVID-19 stay-at-home orders, all WIC services through Nevada County Public Health are available by phone or video chat. Walk-in WIC clinics have been suspended. Community members should call their local clinic to enroll or certify, obtain future f...

Nevada County Public Health Reports Fourth Person with Confirmed COVID-19

Nevada County Public Health has confirmed its fourth case of COVID-19. The person who was diagnosed is an adult who resides in Eastern Nevada County, and self-isolated while symptomatic. The mode of transmission is undetermined at this time, and is still ...

Nevada County Public Health Clarifies "Stay-at-Home" for Short-term Rentals

Updated May 21st, 2020

On March 19th, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-33-20, requiring all persons residing in the State to remain in their homes or places of residence, except as needed to maintain the continuity of operations for critical infras...

Nevada County Public Health Reports Third Person with Confirmed COVID-19

The adult person, who resides in Western Nevada County, recently traveled outside the country, and at this time, it appears the disease was acquired during international travel. The person’s close household contacts are under quarantine and have...

CodeRED Alert on Requirements of California’s Stay at Home Order on Tuesday Morning, March 24th

It is required for all California residents to shelter at home, except to get food, care for a relative or friend, get necessary health care, or go to an essential job. Reducing social contact can help slow the spread of this coronavirus and keep our comm...

Nevada County Public Health Reports Second Person with Confirmed COVID-19

Highlights:

• Nevada County is announcing its second community member with a confirmed case of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
• The person is an adult, resides in Eastern Nevada County, and was hospitalized out of the area.
• There are ways...

Nevada County Limits Public Counter Services and Temporarily Close Buildings Starting March 19th

The County, City of Grass Valley and City of Nevada City continue to jointly respond to coronavirus and COVID-19, the illness caused by coronavirus, by implementing social distancing protocols. Coronavirus continues to be an emerging, rapidly evolving sit...

Nevada County Public Health Reports First Confirmed Case of COVID-19

Highlights:

• Nevada County is announcing its first laboratory confirmed case of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
• The person is an adult, resides in Eastern County, and has been isolated at home.
• There are ways to protect yourself and oth...

All Nevada County Libraries Temporarily Closed through April 12, 2020

Beginning March 16, 2020 all Nevada County Library locations will be closed to the public through April 12, 2020. This includes the Grass Valley Library, Madelyn Helling Library, Doris Foley Library, Bear River Library, Penn Valley Library and Truckee Lib...

Nevada County Public Health Confirms 10 Persons Under Investigation for COVID-19

Nevada County has had ten persons under investigation (PUIs) for coronavirus, nine of whom have tested negative for COVID-19.  The one that is currently under investigation for COVID-19 is being tested, and there are still no confirmed cases of c...

Nevada County Declares Local Health Emergency to Increase Coronavirus Response Resources

Nevada County is declaring a local health emergency and local emergency in response to the emerging, rapidly evolving situation and increasing spread of novel coronavirus and COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus. There are no known cases ...

3/1 Update: Still No Cases of Coronavirus in Nevada County

There are no known cases of coronavirus in Nevada County currently. However, with nearby confirmed cases in Solano County there continue to be rumors about the possibility of local cases in Nevada County. We want to assure our Nevada County community that...

Public Health Launches 211 Call Center and Updated Website to Encourage Community Preparedness

Nevada County Public Health Department is working closely with County departments such as the Office of Emergency Services and Environmental Health, California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) t...

2/27 Update: No Cases of Coronavirus in Nevada County

The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) remains in the media and of concern to many, so the Nevada County Public Health Department created a new “News and Updates” tab on our website (https://www.mynevadacounty.com/551/Public-Health), in...

Cleaning Recommendations for Homes with Known/Suspected Coronavirus Infections

COVID-19 Cleaning Recommendations for Home & Residential Settings with Persons with Known or Suspected COVID-19 Infections (PDF)

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