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Plumas National Forest Urges Holiday Visitors to Help Prevent Wildfires
2+ hour, 10+ min ago (221+ words) As the Fourth of July holiday weekend approaches, officials with the Plumas National Forest are reminding residents and visitors to do their part to prevent wildfires and stay safe while enjoying the outdoors. Although the forest has not yet entered…...
ASSEMBLYWOMAN HADWICK HELD PRESS CONFERENCE ON WOLF CRISIS
16+ hour, 43+ min ago (279+ words) SACRAMENTO, CA (July 1, 2026) " Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick (R-Alturas) held a press conference to share updates on her wolf legislative package and funding request. The press conference was attended by ranchers, law enforcement and community members, who shared their experiences with the…...
California Opens Applications for Nearly $820 Million in Business Tax Credits
23+ hour, 49+ min ago (234+ words) California businesses looking to expand, create jobs, or make new investments will soon have another opportunity to compete for state tax incentives. The state has announced that $819. 8 million will be available through the California Competes Tax Credit program during the…...
Caltrans Reports Progress on Highway Projects in Lassen and Plumas Counties
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (183+ words) Drivers in Lassen and Plumas counties are seeing progress on two major Caltrans highway improvement projects, with one nearing completion while the other continues to cause delays. On State Route 70 near Portola, Caltrans says the most disruptive work on the…...
Lassen County EMS Enters New Era Under Regional Partnership
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (247+ words) Emergency medical services in Lassen County are entering a new chapter as oversight of ambulance operations shifts to a new regional organization aimed at improving coordination across two counties. Beginning July 1, Sierra Regional EMS, operating under the direction of Plumas…...
Susanville Council to Welcome New Member Following Election Certification
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (151+ words) The Susanville City Council will finalize the results of the June 2 municipal election during a special meeting Wednesday, July 1, at 4: 00 p. m. , clearing the way for one new councilmember and one returning incumbent. Under the certified election results, Gerry Hibbitts will join…...
California Anglers Can Fish Without a License on the Fourth of July
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (175+ words) If you've been thinking about giving fishing a try, or introducing someone new to the sport, this Friday offers the perfect opportunity. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is celebrating Independence Day with the state's first Free Fishing Day…...
BLM Offers One Dollar Firewood Permits in Chester
2+ day, 33+ min ago (194+ words) Five years after the Dixie Fire, some of the burned trees are still serving a purpose. The Bureau of Land Management is inviting the public to collect firewood for just $1 per cord while helping clean up the fire-scarred landscape near…...
Quincy Wins District 48 Junior Baseball Championship Advancing to Section Play
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (199+ words) District 48 Junior Baseball All-Stars wrapped up a strong week of competition in Portola, with Quincy emerging as the 2026 District 48 Junior Baseball champions. Quincy earned the tournament title and will now advance to the next level of All-Star play. Intermountain and…...
Survey Aims to Address Livestock Veterinarian Shortage in Rural California
2+ day, 14+ min ago (161+ words) Ranchers and livestock producers across rural California are being asked to help identify areas where access to veterinary care is becoming increasingly difficult. State Senator Megan Dahle is encouraging producers to participate in the Livestock Veterinary Care Access Survey, a…...