While statewide shelter-in-place order remains in effect, Placer County looks ahead to phased reopening

For Immediate Release: April 29, 2020 AUBURN, Calif. — As of Saturday, May 2, Placer County’s local health order will expire and residents will be guided by the governor’s Executive Order to shelter in place — removing any confusion over areas of difference between the two orders. This transition will allow a focus on planning…

Industry Roundtable Discussion — Reopening Your Business

You’re Invited: Industry Roundtable Discussion — Reopening Your Business The North Lake Tahoe Resort Association/Chamber is hosting a series of roundtable discussions (via Zoom) with each business sector in the region. In these sessions, we will start with introductory remarks and then ask individual business owners and operators to provide their thoughts about what concerns…

Sierra Sun to host webinar answering unemployment questions

Sierra Sun and partner publications will host a live informational webinar on April 16 at 1 p.m. addressing questions about unemployment benefits and career development during the coronavirus pandemic. Panelists will include Jessica Valand, Director of the Northwest Workforce Area for the Colorado Department of Labor and Unemployment, and Mellanee Montgomery, Employment First Coordinator with…

The Save Small Business Fund

SAVE SMALL BUSINESS​ Helping small employers who are struggling during the COVID-19 outbreak. The Save Small Business Fund is a grant making initiative offering short-term relief for small employers in the United States and its territories.   VITAL TO OUR ECONOMY Small businesses are the foundation of our communities and our economy. Employing nearly half…