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Washoe County Woman Arrested for Starting Freds Mountain Fire and Drug Charges

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Christine Mitchell, 47, in connection with the Freds... Read More.

Repeat Theft Offender Carl Jon Weir Sentenced to Six Years in State Prison

CARL JON WEIR, 45 of Susanville, was sentenced on August 11, 2026, to six (6)... Read More.

Modoc Medical Center Alturas Clinic Recognized for Excellence in Mammography and Expands Same Day Care

Modoc Medical Center’s Alturas Clinic received a Certificate of Appreciation from Partnership HealthPlan of California. The... Read More.

PG&E Hosts Virtual Town Hall on Wildfire Safety and Customer Support for North Valley and Sierra Region

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. announces it is hosting an interactive virtual town hall for... Read More.

Plumas County Seeks Temporary Hire to Resolve Treasurer Tax Office Staffing Shortage

Plumas County faces long-standing under staffing in its Treasurer-Tax Collector’s office. The Board of Supervisors... Read More.

Bug, Fred Mt, and Stallion Fire Daily Update

Acres: Bug & Fred Mtn. 40,304 acres / Stallion 20,078 acres Start Date: August 8,... Read More.

State Headlines

Congressman Gallagher Seeks to Overturn California Emissions Rule

Congressman James Gallagher today introduced a Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn a Biden-era Environmental... Read More.

California Fish and Game Commission Leaves Ferret Petition Off Final Agenda Before Critical Court Hearing

Aug. 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The California Fish and Game Commission has released its... Read More.

California’s water picture is splitting down the middle, with full reservoirs clashing against a rapidly drying landscape.

As of July 31, 2026, California is experiencing a tale of two seasons. On one... Read More.

IRONMAN 70.3 Northern California Brings Road Closures to Redding Area Sunday

Redding is getting ready to welcome athletes from around the world as the IRONMAN 70.3... 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 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.