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Lassen Utility Warns Residents About Unauthorized Solar Sales Scams

Friday, October 23

SCAM ALERT Lassen Municipal Utility District (LMUD) reports that some solar sales representatives have contacted Lassen County residents without authorization. LMUD does not sell solar equipment or work with solar contractors, distributors, or sales representatives. If you want to explore solar options, LMUD can provide information about... Read More.

Legacy Optometry Joins Four Nations Health Center to Expand Eye Care Access in Lassen County

Thursday, October 22

Legacy Optometry has joined the Four Nations Health Center of Lassen County. The clinic will move into the new health center and offer full eye care services alongside other medical care. Patients will see benefits from this change. The health center will accept all insurance... Read More.

Two Men Sentenced for Illegal Mining and Vandalism in Sierra County

Wednesday, October 21

Two men have entered pleas in a significant vandalism and illegal mining case involving the construction of an illegal dirt road along Keystone Creek near Loganville in Sierra County, the Sierra County District Attorney’s Office announced. District Attorney Sandra Groven stated that her office charged... Read More.

Plumas County faces a new conflict of interest dispute involving Treasurer-Tax Collector Julie White

Tuesday, October 20

An employee filed a grievance over White’s conduct and official duties. The county is investigating. White asked the Board of Supervisors to recognize a conflict between her and the county counsel’s office. She wants permission to hire her own attorney at the county’s expense. At... Read More.

Alturas Police Union Opposes Budget Cuts Threatening Public Safety and Staffing

Monday, October 19

ALTURAS, Calif. — The Alturas Police Officers Association (APOA) is pushing back strongly against a controversial budget proposal presented during a Sept. 30 special meeting of the Alturas City Council. The plan, introduced by City Manager Warren Farnam, threatens to eliminate three positions within... Read More.

Lassen County Vote By Mail Ballots Drop Boxes Secure and Convenient for Voters

Sunday, October 18

Lassen County voters have begun receiving their Vote-By-Mail ballots. Drop boxes are set up across the county to make returning ballots easy. Each drop box stays locked and under surveillance to keep your vote secure. Election staff check the boxes often on weekdays. You can drop... Read More.

Oversized Load Strikes Fiber Optic Line Near Susanville Causing Wide Spread Outage

Friday, October 16

Emergency crews and law enforcement responded to a roadway hazard near Susanville after an oversized load struck a fiber optic line, blocking traffic. The incident was reported shortly before 7:00 PM near the junction of Highway 44/36 . Key Details from Emergency Log: Time of Incident:... Read More.

Portola City Council Takes Action to Challenge Liberty Utilities Rate Increases

Thursday, October 15

The Portola City Council addressed mounting community frustration over Liberty Utilities rate increases during its meeting on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, echoing residents' concerns while laying out actionable steps to challenge the escalating utility costs. As a customer of Liberty Utilities itself, the City of... Read More.

Plumas County Struggles with New Bail Rules Amid Safety and Implementation Concerns

Wednesday, October 14

Plumas County faces confusion over new rules for handling suspects accused of crimes. The changes, effective since late September, follow a California Supreme Court decision from April. Judge William Abramson adopted the new bail and incarceration schedule to comply with state and federal law. The... Read More.

Prescribed Fires Planned on Eagle Lake and Hat Creek Ranger Districts This Week

Tuesday, October 13

Crews will conduct prescribed fires this week on the Eagle Lake and Hat Creek Ranger Districts. The Drake Underburn near Cal Mountain and Poison Lake on the Eagle Lake District will cover about 160 acres. The Eastside Underburn near Blacks Ridge and Halls Flat... Read More.

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Featured News

Lassen Utility Warns Residents About Unauthorized Solar Sales Scams

Legacy Optometry Joins Four Nations Health Center to Expand Eye Care Access in Lassen County

Two Men Sentenced for Illegal Mining and Vandalism in Sierra County

Plumas County faces a new conflict of interest dispute involving Treasurer-Tax Collector Julie White

Alturas Police Union Opposes Budget Cuts Threatening Public Safety and Staffing

Lassen County Vote By Mail Ballots Drop Boxes Secure and Convenient for Voters

Oversized Load Strikes Fiber Optic Line Near Susanville Causing Wide Spread Outage

Portola City Council Takes Action to Challenge Liberty Utilities Rate Increases

Plumas County Struggles with New Bail Rules Amid Safety and Implementation Concerns

Prescribed Fires Planned on Eagle Lake and Hat Creek Ranger Districts This Week

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