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Bug and Stallion Fires Update

Acres: Bug 88,422 acres / Stallion 40,698 acres Start Dates: Bug: 8/8/26 Stallion: 8/10/26 Containment: Bug 31%... Read More.

State Route 299 in Canby Fully Reopens After Quick Containment of Fire

As of Thursday evening, State Route 299 in Canby is  fully open to traffic. Fire... Read More.

Bug & Stallion Fires Burn Over 130000 Acres

The Bug and Stallion fires north of Reno-Sparks have burned over 130,000 acres since Saturday.... Read More.

Two Civilians Sustain Burn Injuries in Bug Fire Treated at UC Davis Burn Center

The Lassen County Sheriff's Office is releasing initial information regarding two civilians who sustained burn injuries... Read More.

HWY 395 & 70 Open

Traffic Alert 08/13/2026 at 11:03 hours: US-395 is now OPEN! HWY-70 is OPEN! Fire personnel are still... Read More.

Bug and Stallion Fire Media Update

Acres: Bug 88,422 acres / Stallion 33,731 acres Start Dates: Bug: 8/8/26 Stallion: 8/10/26 Containment: Bug 15% / Stallion 0% Causes: Bug: Human. Stallion: Human. Total Personnel: Bug 579 /... Read More.

State Headlines

California Coalition Opposes FCC Move Threatening Universal Telephone Service in Rural Areas

The Rural County Representatives of California reports that, in coordination with a broad coalition of... Read More.

TALBOT FIRE Incident Update

TALBOT FIRE Incident Update 8-14-2026 8:00 AM Size: 75 acres Containment: 15% Total Personnel: 376 Cause: Under Investigation Current Situation: As... Read More.

California Lawmakers Reject Grizzly Bear Reintroduction Study Bill

California lawmakers stopped a proposal to study the return of grizzly bears to the state. Senate... Read More.

Senator Megan Dahle Supports UC Davis Medical Campus to Improve Rural Healthcare Access in North State

Senator Megan Dahle met with representatives from UC Davis, California State University Chico, Enloe Medical... Read More.

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Upcoming Events

Aug 14
Lake Almanor Ducks Unlimited Annual Dinner Banquet
Aug 15 | Lake Almanor, CA
Saturday, August 15th 12th Annual Courage Worldwide Join us as we run, bike, and paddle to support survivors of child sex trafficking. This is our 12th year, and every dollar raised goes directly to Courage Worldwide.
Aug 15 | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 683 West St.,
Portola Firewise hosts 2nd Wildfire Preparedness Fair The Plumas County Fire Safe Council announces the Portola Firewise Community and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in partnership with the council and local agencies, invite the public to attend the second annual Portola Wildfire Preparedness Fair on Saturday, Aug. 15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free community event will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 683 West St.,
Aug 15 | Doyle Community Center
Announcing summer Fun at the Doyle Community Center, Bring the whole family. Come on in and cool off with us. Saturday, August 15th from 1pm to 5pm.  All money collected goes to supporting our scholarship program, the backpack program and summer children’s lunch.

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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.