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Prescribed Burn Demonstration Highlights Wildfire Prevention

Fire officials near Westwood are emphasizing the importance of prescribed burns as California heads into... Read More.

Sierra County Emergency Sirens Undergoing Testing

If you hear emergency sirens in parts of Sierra County today, officials say there is... Read More.

Feather River College Graduation Set for Friday

Feather River College is preparing to celebrate the Class of 2026 this Friday with commencement... Read More.

Community Safety Events to Mark Your Calendars for

Community members interested in local wildlife safety and transportation projects are invited to attend a... Read More.

City of Portola Firewise meeting and event

The Portola Firewise Community is hosting a yard waste clean-up event on Saturday June 6th... Read More.

Weekend Openings Planned for Lake Almanor Safety Roadside Rest Area

Caltrans District 2 is planning weekend openings for the Lake Almanor Safety Roadside Rest Area... Read More.

State Headlines

Next Phase of Emergency Slide Repairs on State Route 299 at Buckhorn Summit Postponed

 Caltrans is postponing the next phase of emergency slide repair work on State Route 299... Read More.

Lake Oroville Near Full Capacity Water Safety Tips and Environmental Updates

Lake Oroville is near full capacity thanks to average precipitation this fall and winter. The... Read More.

Assemblywoman Hadwick Raises Concerns Over Grizzly Bear Reintroduction in Northern California

The Office of Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick announces that Senate Bill 1305 — commonly... Read More.

Cal Fire reports current fires active

Cal Fire reports current fires active Seasonal Outlook Northern California: Expected to experience a steady warming and drying... Read More.

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Upcoming Events

May 21 | Jensen Hall, Lassen County Fairgrounds
Thursday, May 21st Highway 395 Wildlife Crossing project The public is invited to learn about the Highway 395 Wildlife Crossing project at 6 p.m. May 21 at Jensen Hall at the Lassen County Fairgrounds. The project seeks to increase safe passage for wildlife and reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions. It is expected to be shovel-ready in 2028. Speakers at the event include John Clerici, Lassen County Transportation Commission and Mari Galloway, California Program Director, Wildlands Network
May 26
The 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run is scheduled for Tuesday, May 26. The run will start at the historic courthouse in uptown and make its way down to the current Superior Court. The ceremony will start at 0645 hours and the run will commence at 0700. The route is approximately 1.7 miles and will be at a slow pace to ensure everyone is able to stay together. Please join us to support our local athletes. You can join the Lassen County Team by scanning the QR code on the attached flyer.
May 29 | Bailey Creek Golf Course
Seneca Healthcare Foundation is thrilled to announce that the official date for the 2nd Annual Golf Tournament has been set for Friday, May 29, 2026. This exciting event promises a day of fun, community, and philanthropy, all in support of a vital cause.

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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.