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A child sexual-assault case that shook Alpine County has resulted in six guilty verdicts, with the defendant facing up to 400 months in prison when sentenced on December 29.

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Council hears update: defendant convicted on six counts, sentencing set for Dec. 29
The Council was told a multijurisdictional child sexual-assault case involving Alpine County residents resulted in convictions on six counts; sentencing is scheduled Dec. 29 and the defendant faces an expected exposure of 300–400 months in custody.
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November 5, 2026 at 7:12 AM
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Assemblymember Heather Hadwick just secured $1.3 billion in funding for Alpine County while addressing critical rural issues and skyrocketing utility rates—are you ready to hear what this means for your community?

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Assemblymember Hadwick outlines budget wins, rural priorities and the need to address utility costs
Assemblymember Heather Hadwick briefed the board on legislative wins and district funding, highlighted rural policy priorities (Secure Rural Schools, cultural districts) and acknowledged constituent concerns over sharp utility bill increases; she pledged continued advocacy for small counties.
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October 7, 2026 at 2:11 PM
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Bear Valley's bold Ambition 2028 project aims to invest $6.5 million in retail and workforce housing, promising new jobs and community growth—will public funding step up to make it a reality?

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Bear Valley Cooperative pitches $6.5M Ambition 2028 project to Alpine County; board agrees to allocate staff time for due diligence
The Bear Valley Mountain Cooperative presented Ambition 2028, a proposed $6.5 million retail and employee-housing project at 1 Bear Valley Road that would add 15–20 jobs and 16–18 employee beds; the Board gave consensus direction for staff to explore funding and partnership opportunities.
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September 16, 2026 at 8:36 AM
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Caltrans' $48 million Highway 4 rehab is set to disrupt Bear Valley businesses, with local leaders demanding better communication to prevent further layoffs.

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Caltrans outlines $48 million rehab on Highway 4, Bear Valley businesses say poor notice has harmed revenues
Caltrans reported a $48 million, five-season pavement project on Highway 4 with intermittent full closures; Bear Valley business owners and supervisors said late or unclear notices have caused layoffs and requested better communications and possible legislative outreach.
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September 16, 2026 at 3:00 AM
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Alpine County's Board of Supervisors just made a bold move by denying the regrading of the historic courthouse lawn, sparking a debate over aesthetics and preservation!

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Alpine County denies amended Markleyville Creek plans, directs staff to seek Caltrans design exception
The Board denied amended plans to regrade the courthouse lawn to meet Caltrans sight-distance rules and unanimously directed staff to submit a Caltrans design exception and consider a staged approach that would keep the park usable for pedestrians while postponing paving to next season.
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September 16, 2026 at 2:58 AM
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Alpine County’s Board of Supervisors has unanimously adopted a budget that not only closes a $95,000 deficit but also strategically allocates funds for future projects and reserves!

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Alpine County board approves recommended FY 26–27 budget, moves $250,000 into capital projects and $588,599 to reserves
The Alpine County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Sept. 9 to adopt the recommended FY 26–27 budget as modified, establishing a Park Ranch special revenue fund and assigning $588,599 to strategic reserves and $250,000 to the county capital projects fund (602).
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September 10, 2026 at 1:35 AM
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Alpine County is set to receive an $8 million state grant for the Park Ranch acquisition, sparking discussions on how best to manage a $250,000 closing payment for future improvements.

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County to record $8M Park Ranch grant in special revenue fund; board discusses use of $250,000 closing payment
Staff said a state grant of about $8 million will be recorded as a special revenue fund to pay for Park Ranch parcel acquisitions; the board discussed whether an earlier $250,000 payment should be treated as general-fund revenue or reserved for Park Ranch maintenance.
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September 10, 2026 at 1:51 AM
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Alpine County faces a critical challenge as ambulance response thresholds tighten, but negotiations are underway to ensure life-saving services remain available in emergencies.

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Alpine County officials report reduced ambulance responses from Cal Tahoe JPA; $128,000 reserved in budget
County Executive Officer Sam Booth told the Board of Supervisors that Cal Tahoe Emergency Services (the JPA) tightened ambulance response thresholds for Alpine County this summer but revised them after county outreach; Booth said he has reserved roughly $128,000 in the recommended budget as a baseline contingency while talks continue.
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September 10, 2026 at 12:59 AM
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Just a Saturday ritual of community, peace to you. Aspens of Hiway 88~Markleeville, California September 18, 2025 #BlueskyArtShow #angles #aspens #alpinecounty
September 20, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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February 26, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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It's #ElectionDay in Alpine County, California! Special election for Kirkwood Meadows Public Utility District

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November 22, 2024 at 2:46 PM
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#NVENV Prescribed burn #rxfire of #wildfire slash in #AlpineCounty #SierraNevada #forestry #restoration
December 12, 2024 at 1:03 AM
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Getting seed on the ground befor winter. #wildfirerestoration #restoration #forestry #NVENV #Aerialseeding #Alpinecounty #wildfire #ecology #dotherightthing
November 24, 2024 at 6:14 AM
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November 24, 2024 at 6:06 AM
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Prescribed burns start soon in #AlpineCounty #Markleeville
November 24, 2024 at 5:59 AM
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Today's nearest #earthquake was in #Markleeville, CA a baby quake at 2.7. Not in the #LongValleyCaldera . It's in #AlpineCounty
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December 7, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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A tiny portion of money in the grand scheme of the federal budget, but a huge impact on small rural communities 😞

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🏫 For the last century, congress has given counties with federal land money to help fund schools & roads. Now it's a victim of the Trump's cost-cutting – the Republican led congress failed to include it in its upcoming budget. Mendocino County will be impacted.

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Rural California schools and roads lose millions in federal funding after latest cuts • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA
For the last century, the money has gone to counties with large amounts of federal land that can’t be taxed. Congress failed to include it in the upcoming budget.
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March 26, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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Alpine County is set to receive $6 million in federal funds for a groundbreaking fiber infrastructure project, transforming broadband access and housing support for its residents by 2027!

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RCRC outlines broadband, housing and forest programs and says Alpine County should see fiber by 2027
Rural County Representatives of California presented its strategic plan and affiliate programs, saying Golden State Connect Authority expects to build municipal fiber in parts of Alpine County and that GSFA programs could expand down-payment-assistance options for county employees.
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June 19, 2026 at 2:21 AM
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Alpine County's preliminary budget for 2026-27 reveals a staggering $930,000 shortfall, raising alarms over rising pension costs and increasing tax delinquencies.

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Alpine County adopts preliminary 2026-27 budget amid rising PERS and tax-delinquency concerns
County staff presented a preliminary FY 2026-27 general-fund budget showing a projected $930,000 deficit driven by rising pension and medical costs and increased property-tax delinquencies; board approved the preliminary budget and directed ongoing work to close the gap ahead of Sept. 1 hearings.
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June 19, 2026 at 2:20 AM
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A passionate resident is pushing for Lahontan cutthroat trout to thrive in Willow Creek, but a crucial state survey could determine the future of this fishery!

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Resident urges Lahontan cutthroat trout stocking in Willow Creek; state survey to inform decision
A resident petitioner told the Alpine County Fishing and Game Commission that Willow Creek is suitable for Lahontan cutthroat trout stocking under Petition 2022-13; commissioners said a state electrofishing survey by Ben Ewing is planned in late July or August and that final stocking depends on survey results and state hatchery resources.
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June 18, 2026 at 9:44 PM
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Alpine County's Fishing and Game Commission just secured extra funding to stock local waters and host exciting kids' fishing events this summer!

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Alpine County fishing commission secures extra funds, approves summer stockings and event spending
The Alpine County Fishing and Game Commission confirmed new county and HHS funding, approved spending for kids fishing days and fish stockings ahead of July 4, and voted to buy locks for a handicapped-access fishing gate. Commissioners also approved bylaws changes reducing membership and reverting meeting time to 5 p.m.
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June 18, 2026 at 7:25 PM
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Alpine County's Treasury Oversight Committee has just voted to revise its investment policy, aiming for safety and competitive returns while adapting to new state laws!

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Alpine County committee forwards updated investment policy to Board after advisor briefing
The Treasury Oversight Committee voted to forward a revised 2026 investment policy to the Board of Supervisors after a briefing from the county’s investment advisor, who reported roughly 4% return over the past 12 months and recommended policy changes aligned with Senate Bill 595.
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April 21, 2026 at 9:23 PM
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A recent court ruling has put the brakes on wildlife habitat improvement projects nationwide, forcing Alpine County to rethink its strategy for fire fuels reduction.

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Forest Service: national court rulings halt some treatments; Alpine projects must be reanalyzed
A USDA Forest Service representative told Alpine County supervisors that a nationwide court ruling limited use of a 'wildlife habitat improvement' categorical exclusion, forcing reanalysis of some Monitor Pass and West Carson treatments while about 80–86 acres already treated will move forward.
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February 25, 2026 at 1:47 PM
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February 26, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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February 26, 2025 at 10:25 PM