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CHP Busts Street Racing Duo Near Portola, One Also Charged with DUI

A high-speed driving incident on Highway A15 resulted in multiple arrests after a California Highway... Read More.

Local Resource Conservation Districts Receive State Funding to Help Ranchers Reduce Wolf Conflicts

Two local Resource Conservation Districts will play a key role in helping livestock producers reduce... Read More.

Katie Reid Harris Named New Director of the Plumas-Sierra County Fair

The Plumas-Sierra County Fair has announced the appointment of Katie Reid Harris as its new... Read More.

Plumas National Forest Urges Holiday Visitors to Help Prevent Wildfires

As the Fourth of July holiday weekend approaches, officials with the Plumas National Forest are... Read More.

Susanville Lifts Water Conservation Request Following Well Repairs

There's no longer a need to limit water use in Susanville. The City announced Wednesday that... Read More.

CHP Reminds Travelers of Chester Fourth of July Road Closures, Parade Safety

As Chester prepares for one of its busiest weekends of the year, the California Highway... Read More.

State Headlines

New Federal Guide Aims to Help Communities Better Prepare for Wildfire Evacuations

With wildfire season underway, the U.S. Fire Administration has released a new planning guide designed... Read More.

Congressman Gallagher Secures $155 Million for Sacramento River Basin Water Infrastructure in House WRDA Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C.—At the request of Rep. James Gallagher (CA-01), the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee... Read More.

California Opens Applications for Nearly $820 Million in Business Tax Credits

California businesses looking to expand, create jobs, or make new investments will soon have another... Read More.

California Anglers Can Fish Without a License on the Fourth of July

If you've been thinking about giving fishing a try, or introducing someone new to the... Read More.

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Upcoming Events

Now - Jul 3 | Taylorsville, CA
Head over to Taylorsville for three days of Roping fun.  Everyone is welcome to rope, cash and awards, plus buckles and saddle to high points for each day.  Call Steve at 559-352-8012 for more information.
Jul 3 | Higgins Ranch, Chester
July 3rd! The event will be the culmination of the camp's week-long "God Blessed America, 1776" theme in celebration of America's 250th birthday. An appreciation picnic lunch will be served on Friday, July 3rd, at 11:30 at the Higgins' ranch, Spice Camp site, in Chester.
Jul 3 | Lassen County Fairgrounds
Friday & Saturday, July 3 & 4th Independence Day Celebration Join the Lassen County Fairgrounds for two days of celebration filled with food, fun live music, and fireworks.  July 3rd at 3pm races, vendors, games, and fireworks about 9:30pm then on the July 4 races at 3pm, activities music and live music by Rummy starting about 9pm.
Jul 3 | Cederville, CA
The Surprise Valley area is going to be BUZZZING with activity on the Fourth of July weekend. Kicking things off Will be First Friday held on Main Street Cedarville on Friday the 3rd of July. An annual event held on the first Friday of every month during the summer. That same evening, RACES! That’s right, at 4:30pm the gate will open and the first race will start at 6:00 pm.

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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.