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11/13/2025

Last night on we heard from a panel of experts with lived and professional experience about the state of voting access in California. We're lucky to be where we are, and we know community advocacy continues to make things better. Catch the extended replay, get transcripts and subscribe to our podcast at DisabilityRap.org

11/12/2025

Tonight on we're joined by a panel of guests for a discussion about voter accessibility in California - we've come a long way, and there is still more to do. Join the conversation tonight at 6:30pm on KVMR 89.5FM & 105.1FM

11/06/2025

Medicare open enrollment can be overwhelming to navigate on your own. Contact the folks at the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) for assistance: https://hicapservices.net/

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HICAP is a nonprofit agency that provides free Medicare counseling and advocacy to residents of 9 Northern California counties.

11/05/2025

Learn more about expungement and employment at this upcoming workshop at the Sutter County One Stop!

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Expungement and Employment Law Informational Workshop

Capital Pro Bono staff will accept applicants for more intense services after
the workshop concludes. Stay and speak directly to the presenting attorney!

Expungement Process, Eligible Crimes, Clean Slate Law, At-Will Employment
Discrimination, and More!

21 Nov 2025
1:00pm - 3:00pm

SUTTER COUNTY ONE STOP
970 KLAMATH LN MAIN BOARD ROOM
YUBA CITY, CA 95993

CALL TO REGISTER TODAY
(530) 822-5120

sutteronestop.com | Your Future Begins Here

Sutter County One Stop is a proud partner of America's Job Center of California network.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aides & services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

11/04/2025

Today is the day! Return your mail-in ballot by mail or at a drop off location near you, or head to your local polling place to cast your vote.

Problems with an inaccessible polling place? You can contact Disability Rights California Voting Hotline at (888) 569-7955 for assistance.



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11/03/2025

Need a ride to the polls on Election Day?

Colusa County Transit is offering FREE rides on Election Day during their normal hours of operation!

Service Hours: Monday–Friday, approximately 7:30 am–4:30 pm

Call (530-458-0287) to schedule your ride or get more information.

Make your vote count — and let Colusa County Transit help you get there!

11/03/2025

Need a ride to the polls on Election Day?

You’re in luck! Gold Country Transit is offering FREE rides on Tuesday, November 4th for all fixed bus routes and paratransit services in Nevada County.

Schedule your ride today!

(530) 477-0103
Toll-Free: (888) 660-RIDE (7433)

Make your voice heard — and let Gold Country Transit get you there!

11/02/2025

Planning to vote in person on Tuesday? Polling places are required to have certain accommodations in place, learn more from our friends at Disability Rights California:

Latest News Oct 24, 2024 What Does the Passage of AB 545 (Pellerin, 2023) Mean for Voters with Disabilities? October 24, 2024 Share: AB 545 (Pellerin) is now in full effect as of January 1, 2024! This law improves in-person voting for voters with disabilities by ensuring greater accessibility at vot...

11/02/2025

Time may be turning back tonight, but don't let your rights be turned back - complete and return your mail-in ballot, or make a plan to get to the polls on Tuesday!

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11/01/2025

Enjoy an excellent afternoon of music to benefit our community partner Sierra Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired on Sunday, November 2, at 4:00pm.

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The community comes together as Peace Lutheran Church Presents
A concert, featuring the exceptional talents of concert organist Walt Stony,
And THE GRASS VALLEY Male Voice Choir
And other great local musicians
followed by a wine and cheese reception
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND AT 4:00
presented as a benefit for
Sierra Services for the Blind
AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED
There is no entry fee. Donations ARE encouraged

Peace Lutheran Church
828 West Main Street (Grass Valley)
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10/31/2025

ATTN Nevada County Voters!

Looking for somewhere to drop off your ballet in Nevada County! Well, here are some locations!

Grass Valley
• Chicago Park Store – 19077 Colfax Highway
Daily: 7am–7pm
November 4: 7am–7pm
• Gold Miners Inn (Lobby) – 121 Bank Street
Daily: 24 hours
November 4: Until 8pm
• Grocery Outlet – 616 Sutton Way
Daily: 7am–9pm
November 4: 7am–8pm
• Hills Flat Lumber Co. – 380 Railroad Avenue
Mon–Fri: 7am–7pm | Sat: 8am–7pm | Sun: 8am–5pm
November 4: 7am–7pm
• SPD Market – 129 W McKnight Way
Daily: 7am–8pm
November 4: 7am–8pm
• Save Mart – 2054 Nevada City Highway
Mon–Thurs: 6am–11pm | Fri–Sun: 6am–Midnight
November 4: 6am–8pm
• Sierra College (Admissions N-1) – 250 Sierra College Drive
Mon–Thurs: 8:30am–5pm | Fri: 8:30am–Noon
November 4: 8:30am–5pm
Nevada City
• Rood Center (Parking Lot) – 950 Maidu Avenue
Daily: 24 hours
November 4: Until 8pm

North San Juan
• Sweetland Garden Mercantile – 29435 Highway 49
Mon–Fri: 9am–5pm | Sat: 9am–4pm
November 4: 9am–5pm

Penn Valley
• Holiday Market – 11324 Pleasant Valley Road
Daily: 7am–10pm
November 4: 7am–8pm

South County
• Holiday Market – 21656 Higgins Road
Daily: 7am–10pm
November 4: 7am–8pm

Truckee
• Grocery Outlet – 11213 Donner Pass Road
Daily: 7am–10pm
November 4: 7am–8pm
• Truckee Town Hall – 10183 Truckee Airport Road
Daily: 24 hours
November 4: Until 8pm
• Save Mart – 11399 Deerfield Drive
Daily: 6am–10pm