Election officials say it's payback time - Marysville Appeal-Democrat
The state has not reimbursed local governments yet for the May 19 special election, and Assemblyman Dan Logue says the state should pay up.

Impact of foreclosure freeze uncertain - Roseville Press Tribune
Buyers, sellers and Realtors are waiting to see what impact a 90-day state moratorium on housing foreclosures will have on the housing market in Placer County.

Placer probe prompts review of court CEO salaries across California - Sac Bee
Questions about executive pay in Placer Superior Court have prompted the state Judicial Council to look into salaries and benefits of court administrators throughout California.

‘Final' budget on school district agenda - Truckee Sierra Sun
Approval of the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District's 2009-10 budget is expected at Wednesday evening's school board meeting. The meeting will begin at 4 p.m., but will not be available online.

Disabled refuse to take budget cuts lying down - Roseville Press Tribune
As the state continues toward a financial meltdown, the most recent round of proposed budget cuts has families like the Haines in the foreground as programs such as In Home Supportive Services and monthly Supplemental Security Incomes face drastic reductions.

Auburn Dealer Fights Shutdown Order - News10.net
It's been a fixture in Auburn for 23 years. But Gold Rush Chevrolet will be forced to close if General Motors has its way.

Fair’s got the ticket to summer fun - Roseville Press Tribune
The Placer County Fair starts this weekend. Organizers are hoping additions like mixed martial arts, NASCAR-level racing, a revamped exhibit hall, a live shark show and extended hours will bring out the crowds this year, after 2008 saw attendance decrease.

Miltenyi Biotec expands in Auburn - Auburn Journal
An Auburn biotech company that specializes in stem cell research is expanding at the Airport Industrial Park and will be adding jobs.

Lance Armstrong congratulates young Colfax cyclist on Nevada City win - Auburn Journal
Soon-to-be-ninth-grader Kyle Clayton of Colfax  received a special perk for completing the Nevada City Classic Sunday — a moment with cycling star Lance Armstrong.