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TownTalk 2.10.12 (Live chat and commenting)

2012-02-10T00:01:00-07:002012-02-10T00:01:00-07:00

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Welcome to the Friday, Feb. 10, edition of TownTalk, TheUnion.com's daily online live chat. Send photos or videos to TownTalk@TheUnion.com.



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Obama: Birth control policy meets everyone's needs

2012-02-10T08:28:42-07:002012-02-10T08:28:42-07:00

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WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama declared this morning he's found a solution that will protect religious liberty but also ensure that women have access to free birth control, as he rushed to defuse an election-yea
WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama declared this morning heR


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Glenbrook Center bought by Berkeley-based company

2012-02-10T12:54:23-07:002012-02-10T12:54:23-07:00

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Read Investments, LLC, announced today the acquisition of four retail properties through the fourth quarter of 2011 in California and Oregon, including the Glenbrook Center in Grass Valley, that closed this week, for a total of approx
Read Investments, LLC, announced today the acquisition of four retail


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Why I am running for Congress

2012-02-10T13:12:48-07:002012-02-10T13:12:48-07:00

When the announcement came out this week that I was officially running for Congress in the newly drawn 1st Congressional District, the press only had one question.
Why?
Anyone who's ever spent time around me knows that I’
When the announcement came out this week that I was officially running



Lamphier to provide forum for constituent feedback

2012-02-10T13:00:46-07:002012-02-10T13:00:46-07:00

Terry Lamphier, Nevada County Supervisor for District 3, will host a town hall meeting to present information on the county budget and its impact on county services, along with other issues affecting Nevada County.
He welcomes the o
Terry Lamphier, Nevada County Supervisor for District 3, will host a t



Officials: Special fire tax election open and fair

2012-02-10T11:56:39-07:002012-02-10T11:56:39-07:00

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Residents are expressing concern over the integrity of a local ballot measure election, while officials are attempting to allay fears over potential impropriety.
The Nevada County Consolidated Fire District is conducting a special m
Residents are expressing concern over the integrity of a local ballot


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Terri Andersen announces run for Nevada City Council

2012-02-10T11:31:50-07:002012-02-10T11:31:50-07:00

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Nevada City resident Terri Andersen announced today that she will be seeking a seat on the Nevada City City Council in the June 5 election.

When asked why she decided to run, she said: "A couple of years ago when the Nevad
Nevada City resident Terri Andersen announced today that she will be s


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Child molester sentenced to six years

2012-02-10T03:00:00-07:002012-02-10T03:00:00-07:00

Emotions ran high in a Nevada County courtroom as the victim of a child molester - who is also the mother of his other two victims - spoke at his sentencing Thursday.

"We had agreed that we want whatever is best,
Emotions ran high in a Nevada County courtroom as the victim of a chil



Former Deputy DA likely to run against Anderson for judge

2012-02-10T03:00:00-07:002012-02-10T03:00:00-07:00

Nevada County could see at least one contested race for Superior Court judge this year. Former Nevada County Deputy District Attorney George Smyrnos has filed a candidate intention form for seat 1, and would be running against incumbe
Nevada County could see at least one contested race for Superior Court



Copper wire thieves caught

2012-02-10T02:00:00-07:002012-02-10T02:00:00-07:00

Three Sacramento men have been arrested in connection with the theft of copper wire from message signs on Interstate 80.

A collaborative effort between the California Highway Patrol in Gold Run and Caltrans led to the arrest of the
Three Sacramento men have been arrested in connection with the theft o



Police blotter: Feb. 10, 2012

2012-02-10T01:30:00-07:002012-02-10T01:30:00-07:00

Grass Valley
Police Department
Wednesday - 94 calls for service

11:30 a.m. - One person was cited at Condon Park on suspicion of possession of nitrous oxide.
5:48 p.m. - A caller from Central and Colfax avenues
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Tri Counties gains $7.6M on Citizens acquisition

2012-02-10T00:00:00-07:002012-02-10T00:00:00-07:00

Rick Smith, the CEO of Tri Counties Bank in Chico, wanted to say "thank you" to the residents of Nevada County.
"We're very grateful to the community at large for the support they've given us," Smi
Rick Smith, the CEO of Tri Counties Bank in Chico, wanted to say ̶



Internet marketing class offered

2012-02-10T00:00:00-07:002012-02-10T00:00:00-07:00

Search engine optimization is all about getting companies to the top of Google for free, using free tools to turn prospective browsers into buyers.
An Internet marketing class for beginners on Wednesday will teach you these tools, in
Search engine optimization is all about getting companies to the top o



NID could buy Long Ravine camp biz

2012-02-10T00:00:00-07:002012-02-10T00:00:00-07:00

The water district that authorized creating four campgrounds around Rollins Reservoir is considering buying the concession to operate one of them.
Long Ravine Campground is in Placer County near Colfax, at the southeastern side of t
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Herrin moves to Crystal Ridge

2012-02-10T00:00:00-07:002012-02-10T00:00:00-07:00

Rhonda Herrin has been named head of community relations for Crystal Ridge Care Center, at 396 Dorsey Drive in Grass Valley.
Crystal Ridge, formerly Meadow View Manor, was purchased by Plum HealthCare Group of San Marcos, Calif., fro
Rhonda Herrin has been named head of community relations for Crystal R



Underwater loan? New program may help

2012-02-10T00:00:00-07:002012-02-10T00:00:00-07:00

When John Sanders and his wife bought a house in southern Nevada County, they thought of it as a lifetime investment.
Fifteen years and a home-equity loan later, the Sanders are still paying 8.75 percent on a loan of $347,000, facing
When John Sanders and his wife bought a house in southern Nevada Count



Child safety in a digital world: Topic of class

2012-02-10T00:00:00-07:002012-02-10T00:00:00-07:00

Facebook, text messages and online games all can be minefields for children, pocked with bullies and predators - yet the cyber world can be baffling for parents.
Families with children in third through ninth grades are invited
Facebook, text messages and online games all can be minefields for chi



Umpire Bob Albrecht to enter Vallejo Sports Hall of Fame

2012-02-09T22:19:06-07:002012-02-09T22:19:06-07:00

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Bob Albrecht is a man of many stories. As a player, coach and official, he has met and spoken with some of the giants of the sports world.
In his way, Albrecht is one of those giants. He umpired professional baseball and some of the
Bob Albrecht is a man of many stories. As a player, coach and official


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Dry run: Guides from the Tahoe Rim Trail Association make the best of meager snowpack

2012-02-10T00:01:00-07:002012-02-10T00:01:00-07:00

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As some parts of the Tahoe region experience the second driest winter in 66 years, trail guides are making do with little snow even if that means a full lineup of snowshoe walks turn into nature hikes with boots on bare earth.
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As some parts of the Tahoe region experience the second driest winter


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Back in business? San Juan Ridge Mine seeks re-opening

2012-02-09T14:03:34-07:002012-02-09T14:03:34-07:00

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With gold prices nearly five times higher than they were the last time it operated, the San Juan Ridge Mine may be reopened, pending approval by the county.
Officials with the San Juan Mining Corporation filed an application with the
With gold prices nearly five times higher than they were the last time


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