SierraDailyNews.com -

Local Headlines

BLM Closes Public Lands Near Susanville Due to Biscar Fire for Safety

Firefighters are working around the clock to safely manage the Biscar Fire near Susanville. To... Read More.

Fast-Moving Biscar Fire Tops 58878 Acres, Crosses Nevada Border

Firefighters in northeastern California are battling the rapidly expanding Biscar Fire,  The Biscar Fire started... Read More.

Alturas Fire Department Responds to Backyard Fire

A fire broke out around 7 p.m. July 11 in a backyard on Northeast Street... Read More.

Pat Sanders Retires After 28 Years of Dedicated Service to Plumas County Environmental Health

Pat Sanders retired after 28 years with the Plumas County Environmental Health Department. The Plumas County... Read More.

Biscar Fire Grows to 40000 Acres US 395 Reopening with Traffic Controls and Wildlife Caution

The Biscar fire is now 40000 acres and 5% contained. CHP has announced that US-395... Read More.

Bucks Lake Fire Department Warns Against Unauthorized Use of Helicopter Landing Zone for Safety

Important Notice for the Bucks Lake Community: Due to recent events which occurred in the meadow... Read More.

State Headlines

Banner Health leaders recognized for mission-driven approach to community care

– At Banner Health, one of the nation’s few fully integrated nonprofit health systems, care... Read More.

Wildfire Resilience Bill Advances to California Assembly

Legislation aimed at strengthening California's local wildfire preparedness efforts is moving forward after clearing the... Read More.

Escaped California Fire Camp Inmate Released by Mexican Authorities, Remains Wanted

An incarcerated man who walked away from a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)... Read More.

CPUC Seeks Public Input to Improve California Broadband Maps

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is asking residents to share their experiences with internet... Read More.

Local Sports

FRC Football Schedule

Upcoming Events

Jul 23 | Quincy, CA
Plumas Sierra County Fair
Jul 24 | Herlong, CA
If your child is starting school or needs vaccines, there is a free event to support you. Children aged 4 to 18 can get vaccines without needing a sports physical. The event takes place at Herlong High School on July 24, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. If you are unsure which vaccines your child needs, you can call 530-251-8183 or visit the event for help.
Jul 25 | Doyle, CA
Doyle Days
Jul 25 | Plumas-Sierra Fairgrounds
Saturday, July 25th Plumas-Sierra County Fair Cattlemen's Barbeque Join us at the Plumas-Sierra County Fair Cattlemen's Barbeque! Come enjoy a great evening of delicious barbecue, good company, and support local youth scholarships!

Current Weather

Loading advertisement…

Road Conditions Brought to you by: Susanville Towing

Sierra Theatre & Uptown Cinemas Showtimes

Follow Us on Facebook

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has an upcoming competitive bidding opportunity for a public works project titled 2CA07934 – Grasshopper Fire Station Paving Services located in Susanville, California. This project has an estimated start date of July/August 2026, and the scope of work involves performing replacing the existing pavement at CAL FIRE’s Grasshopper Fire Station.

The Prime Contractor must possess a valid C12-Earthwork and Paving Contractor OR an A-General Engineering Contractor license issued by the California State Licensing Board (CSLB). The Prime Bidder must attend the mandatory pre-bid inspection on June 02, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the CAL FIRE Grasshopper Fire Station, 515-350 Highway 139, Susanville, CA 96130. Bids are being accepted for this competitive bidding opportunity until June 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. For more information about this solicitation opportunity, please visit https://caleprocure.ca.gov. To locate the solicitation, enter the solicitation number “2CA07934” in the “Event ID” field.