Placerville’s 72-unit Mallard Apartments are accepting applications as builder and consultant lawsuits shadow the new affordable housing project.

State estimates put Mountain House at about 30,687 residents after a 5.6% jump; city leaders have launched a General Plan update and housing survey as services feel the strain.

Lawrence is pairing enforcement planning with treatment referrals as Kansas’ kratom and 7-OH ban takes effect. Health officials warn that stopping suddenly can bring serious withdrawal.