Crash on hwy 36 takes out Internet Service

The young lady from Friday night’s rollover crash on SR-36 near Westwood only sustained minor injuries. Frontier is worked diligently to repair the fiber optic cable. CHP 911 calls were being transferred to Redding Communications Center, however the  public line remains inoperative. Internet service... Read More.

Lassen power outage

🔸️UPDATE🔸️ ESTIMATED TIME TO RESTORE PHONE SYSTEMS IS 3:00pm Thank you for your patience. ATTENTION LASSEN COUNTY RESIDENTS: ​Due to a phone line outage caused by an accident on Hwy 36 last night, the local 911 system is currently down. ​For ALL EMERGENCIES (911): Your calls are being automatically... Read More.

Plumas County Scores Grants from PG&E

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. (PG&E) has awarded $950,000 in wildfire safety grants across Northern and Central California, including five local groups in Plumas County. Despite this year’s notably cool summer, wildfire risks remain high, prompting ongoing investment in prevention and preparedness efforts. The California... Read More.

Plumas County Sheriff Raids Illegal Marijuana Grow Sites in Sierra Valley

Plumas County Sheriff’s Office Executes Search Warrants on Illegal Marijuana Cultivation Sites Sierra Valley, CA – September 17, 2025 – On September 17, 2025, the Plumas County Sheriff’s Office executed two search warrants at separate marijuana cultivation sites located off Madalena Road in the Sierra... Read More.

Cromberg Combined Rehabilitation Project in Plumas County Traffic Update

Caltrans continues work on the Cromberg Combined Rehabilitation project, which will completely restore the roadway, and improve ride quality on State Route (SR) 70 in Plumas County. The project also includes shoulder widening, new guard railing, bridge rail, upgrades to existing ADA facilities, drainage... Read More.