KVMR News

Evening News - Thu July 6th, 2023

Have you started your summer reading yet? Well, if you’re having trouble determining which book to pick first, or what to read next, consider some recommendations from the Nevada County Library system. KVMR’s Kelley Rees speaks with Brittany Blake, a library assistant for the Grass Valley branch of the Nevada County Library, to learn about her top picks for summer reading. Companies involved in the opioid crisis are offering up settlement money that will be used to help fund syringe...

Molly Fisk - It's A Bike Race

Molly Fisk writes, coaches, and teaches writing in California's Sierra Nevada foothills.

Whatcha Reading? - Brittany Blake, Library Assistant

Have you started your summer reading yet? Well, if you’re having trouble determining which book to pick first, or what to read next, consider some recommendations from the Nevada County Library team. KVMR’s Kelley Rees speaks with Brittany Blake, a library assistant for the Grass Valley branch of the Nevada County Library, in this first installment of “Whatcha Reading?”

Morning Update - One Way On 20

Evening News - Wed July 5th, 2023

KVMR’s Paul Emery and Economist Gary Zimmerman discuss the Feds’ latest decision not to raise interest rates and Al Stahler talks with Alina Kiessling, a JPL Research Scientist investigating dark matter. The California Report covers a hotel workers strike in L.A. and Orange counties before taking us to Gustine in Merced county to talk with farm workers about the dangers of increasing heat and wildfire smoke to people who work outdoors.

Al Stahler Explores: Dark Matter

The European Space Agency recently launched a spacecraft to study dark matter and dark energy. KVMR's Al Stahler spoke with Alina Kiessling, one of the American researchers inside of NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab, about her work on the project.

Morning Update - Power Outage Refrigerated Food

Evening News - Mon July 3rd, 2023

We cover Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent visit to the Grass Valley Air Attack Base, and then with the potential for power outages on the horizon, KVMR’s Felton Pruitt speaks to the Director of Nevada County’s Environmental Health Department about fridge safety. And it's Summer in the Golden State: The California Report examines tourism as the temps get warmer. National Native News looks at what’s being done to combat Alaska's dwindling number of nurses.

The Power Went Out: What Do I Do With My Food?

With power outages often being unavoidable and oftentimes inevitable, constructing a plan can be worth it, especially when considering food storage and refrigeration. KVMR's Felton Pruitt spoke with Amy Irani, the director of Nevada County's Environmental Health Department, about the different ways that you can arrange to manage your perishable goods in the event of an outage.

Morning Update - The Patch in Auburn 5 Weeks

Morning Update - Supes In Wait

Evening News - Wed June 28th, 2023

After a look at local news and weather, Syd Brown brings the latest news about our local parks and trails in A Walk In The Park. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the constitutional right to an abortion is affecting service providers in Southern California. The California Report covers the barriers that some Planned Parenthood patients are facing. That’s all before KVMR’s Al Stahler speaks with a Tribal Historic Preservation Officer about the development of a lithi...

Al Stahler Explains: Lithium Mine Complications In Nevada

The opening of a lithium mine is currently underway in Northern Nevada, and its development has caused issue and concern for environmentalists. KVMR’s Al Stahler spoke with the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony’s Tribal Historic Preservation Officer about the mine’s implications for surrounding Native American tribes.

Al Stahler Explores: Lithium Mine Complications In Nevada

The opening of a lithium mine is currently underway in Northern Nevada, and its development has caused issue and concern for environmentalists. KVMR’s Al Stahler spoke with the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony’s Tribal Historic Preservation Officer about the mine’s implications for surrounding Native American tribes.

A Walk In The Park – 6/28/23

Syd Brown sits on the board of the Sierra Gold Parks Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports park-related educational activities and helps to preserve the natural and cultural resources of western Nevada County’s State Parks. You can find out more at SierraGoldParksFoundation.org.

Morning Update

Evening News - Tue June 27th, 2023

Excessive heat warnings are raining down this week and, as unpleasant as these rising temperatures may be, there's no denying some have it worse than others. Take those who sit in a metal box for eight plus hours a day, for example; The California Report speaks to the striking unionized employees at an Amazon delivery service partner about the lack of air conditioning in many of the delivery trucks. Nevada County's Planning Commission voted to not recommend approval of the Idaho Mar...

Nevada County Board Of Supervisors Schedules Public Hearing For The Idaho Maryland Mine Project

The Idaho-Maryland Mine project has long been a hot topic, even before the Planning Commission hearing, which took place in May. KVMR News Director Cláudio Mendonça spoke with Nevada County’s Public Information Officer, Taylor Wolfe, about what we can expect from the Board of Supervisors’ mine hearing that’s scheduled for October.

Morning Update - End Of Burn Permits

Evening News - Mon June 26th, 2023

National Native News reports on a complicated legal situation involving Native American activists and a lithium mine company. After a look at local news and weather, KVMR’s Felton Pruitt talks with an assistant chief for CAL FIRE about 2023’s burn permit suspension, which starts today. Just north of San Francisco, residents gather on the sidewalk to protest the development of 74 affordable apartments on a one acre lot – something that locals say will further congest their already na...

CAL FIRE Suspends Burn Permits In Nevada, Yuba, Placer And Sierra Counties

Beginning June 26th, The South Yuba River Corridor Burn Ban takes effect for the 2023 fire season. The purpose of the burn ban is to mitigate severe high-fire risk from human-caused fires. KVMR’s Felton Pruitt speaks with Landon Haack, an assistant chief for CAL Fire, to learn more.

Evening News - Fri June 23rd, 2023

The California News Service reports on the potential for significant flooding across the state as a result of this year’s snow melt. The California Report covers a new kind of meat: meat that’s produced from cultivated animal cells, primarily by two bay area companies. That’s all before KVMR’s Felton Pruitt spotlights a number of upcoming music shows taking place around the county.

Weekend Welcomes Several Summer Music Shows

It’s officially summer in Nevada County, and our community is starting the season off with a number of local music shows and events. KVMR’s Felton Pruitt talks with two event organizers and highlights a few different gigs soon to take place, including some at Grass Valley’s 1849 Brewing Company and at Pioneer Park in Nevada City.

Morning Update - Fire District Reorganizing

Evening News - Thu June 22nd, 2023

KVMR’s Felton Pruitt speaks with Lieutenant Sean Scales, the Emergency Operations Center Coordinator for the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office, about the importance of knowing your zone in an emergency situation. Last fall, Sacramento voters approved a controversial law called Measure O that banned homeless encampments on public property. The California Report explores the city’s enforcement efforts since the measure was established. That's all before another of Molly Fisk's reflective...

Know Your Zone!

Wildfire season is upon us, and knowing which zone you live in is more important than ever. KVMR’s Felton Pruitt speaks with Lieutenant Sean Scales, the Emergency Operations Center Coordinator for the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office, about how ZoneHaven can help you and your family in the event of an emergency.

Molly Fisk - Thunderation

Molly Fisk writes, coaches, and teaches writing in California's Sierra Nevada foothills.

Morning Update - Everything About Community Academy

Evening News - Wed June 21st, 2023

KVMR News Director Cláudio Mendonca speaks with Annica Hagadorn about the upcoming 3rd Annual Nevada County Sheriff’s Office Community Academy.  The 12 week program is designed to give a behind the scenes look at local law enforcement.  It’s the first day of summer but you’d never guess based on the weather.  KVMR Science Correspondent Al Stahler sits down with UC Davis professor of meteorology Dr. Matthew Igel and asks - what gives?  And The California Report explores the state’s h...

Al Stahler Explores: Rex Blocks

A strong, high pressure weather system over Eastern Canada is resulting in very warm Canadian weather and very cool weather in the southeast United States, as well as on the west coast. The phenomenon is sometimes referred to as a Rex Block. KVMR's Al Stahler speaks with Matthew Igel, a professor of meteorology at UC Davis, about why it's occurring, and what it means for California.

Applications Are Being Accepted For The 2023 Community Academy

The Nevada County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for the third annual Community Academy, a twelve week course that allows citizens to learn about how law enforcement operates within the community, free of charge. News Director Cláudio Mendonça spoke with Annica Hagadorn, a reserve deputy with the Nevada County Sheriff's Office, about the details regarding this year's program.

Al Stahler Explains: Rex Blocks

A strong, high pressure weather system over Eastern Canada is resulting in very warm Canadian weather and very cool weather in the southeast United States, as well as on the west coast. The phenomenon is sometimes referred to as a Rex Block. KVMR's Al Stahler speaks with Matthew Igel, a professor of meteorology at UC Davis, about why it's occurring, and what it means for California.

Morning Update - Trials And Lions

Evening News - Tue June 20th, 2023

Hydrogeologist Steve Baker, explains how despite a record snowpack, low flows in the Colorado River may affect all Californians. The California Report explores how two California towns impacted by levee failures are pushing to get help in the state budget. Marc Cuniberti closes our newscast with commentary about the importance of timely communication in today’s business climate.

Morning Update - Biggest Budget

Morning Update - Lunch At The Library

Morning Update - Reverse Boycott

Evening News - Wed June 14th, 2023

KVMR News Director Cláudio Mendonça meets with a local veteran-led volunteer organization that works to clear brush and trees along the River Fire burn scar. The California Report explores the mixed opinions surrounding tighter constraints on the use of gas powered gardening equipment. KVMR’s Al Stahler discusses the state of California’s role in Native American genocide with author and UCLA Professor Benjamin Madley.

Al Stahler Explains: Native Californians

The gold rush of the mid-1800s brought thousands of European settlers to California, and as the immigrant population grew, the native Californian population met a merciless decline. But what role did the state play in the mistreatment and disregard of Native Americans? KVMR’s Al Stahler spoke with UCLA Professor Benjamin Madley, to explore that topic, as well as its relevance in Mr. Madley’s book, “An American Genocide.”

Al Stahler Explores: Native Californians

The gold rush of the mid-1800s brought thousands of European settlers to California, and as the immigrant population grew, the native Californian population met a merciless decline. But what role did the state play in the mistreatment and disregard of Native Americans? KVMR’s Al Stahler spoke with UCLA Professor Benjamin Madley, to explore that topic, as well as its relevance in Mr. Madley’s book, “An American Genocide.”

Team Rubicon Deploys To River Fire Burn Scar

The River Fire, a wildfire that burned 2,619 acres in the Colfax area of Nevada and Placer Counties, was California's 5th most destructive fire of 2021. KVMR News Director Cláudio Mendonça met with a veteran-led volunteer organization called Team Rubicon that's working to clear brush and trees along the fire’s burn scar.

Morning Update - $46,000 Identity Fraud

Evening News - Tue June 13th, 2023

KVMR Youth News Corps reporter Orian Raiche-Kott speaks with author Kim Culbertson about the practice of book-banning, and how it might affect young people and historians alike. The California Report covers a new climate-conscious, all electric housing development in a Riverside county city. Marc Cuniberti discusses the use of gold as a financial asset in today’s edition of Money Matters.

2023 KVMR Youth News Corps: Book-banning

The discussion of book-banning, as well as the practice itself of banning books, is nothing new. But its cultural and legal relevance in a politically tense climate appears to be stronger than ever. KVMR Youth News Corps reporter, Orion Raiche-Kott, speaks with local author and teacher, Kim Culbertson, about the bigger picture that book banning creates.

Morning Update - Faster Electric Charging

Evening News - Mon June 12th, 2023

On tonight’s newscast, KVMR’s Felton Pruitt clues us in on all things downtown Nevada City in the latest Chamber Report. He’s got the details on the Nevada City Film Festival, Movies Under the Pines, the downtown Art Walks, and Summer Nights. The California Report examines the outdated training the state’s licensed security guard force of 300,000 has undergone.  Then, in the wake of a recent Senate Committee hearing, National Native News wonders how a Surgeon General’s warning, the ...

Nevada City Chamber Report - June 2023

KVMR's Felton Pruitt talks with Nevada City Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Stuart Baker.

Evening News - Fri June 9th, 2023

The Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival returns to the Nevada County Fairgrounds June 15th through the 18th. KVMR’s Felton Pruitt sits down with Pete Ludé, the California Bluegrass Association board chair. The two talk about the triumphant return of now Grammy-winner Molly Tuttle and KVMR’s role live broadcasting the festival. The California Report gives us an update on ever present, yet little felt San Andreas Fault. The California News Service has unsurprising yet nevertheless unwelco...

Father's Day Bluegrass Festival Hits The Nevada County Fairgrounds

On June 15th through 18th, the California Bluegrass Association's Father's Day Bluegrass Festival will come to the Nevada County Fairgrounds. KVMR's Felton Pruitt speaks with Pete Ludé, chairman of the organization's board, about what the event entails.

Morning Update - How To Silence Critics