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Thursday, March 19

Modoc County QUALIFIED CANDIDATE LIST State Assembly District 1 Heather Hadwick Modoc County Supervisor, 1st Supervisorial District Ned Coe - Rancher Edwin Allert – Retired Tanja Ramming- Director/ Instructor/ Mom Modoc County Supervisor, 5th Supervisorial District Geri Byrne – County Supervisor/Rancher Modoc County Assessor/Recorder Kristen DePaul –Incumbent Assessor-Recorder Modoc... Read More.

Multiple Vehicle Accidents Reported in Alturas Area with No Serious Injuries

Thursday, March 19

On March 11, 2026, at approximately 7:15 p.m., Sarah Waldron, 32, of Alturas, was driving a Mercedes GLS450 northbound on U.S. Highway 395, south of County Road 2. At the same time, a deer entered the roadway from the east shoulder directly in front... Read More.

With Warm Weather Comes Risk of Hantavirus

Wednesday, March 18

As the weather gets warmer and people begin spring cleaning in sheds, barns, and cabins that have been closed for months, it is important to know about the risk of hantavirus. Hantavirus is a serious virus that can make people very sick. It spreads... Read More.

Susanville prescribed burn

Monday, March 16

Beginning Thursday, March 19, 2026, the CAL FIRE Lassen-Modoc Unit will conduct an understory burn covering approximately 3-5 acres along Paiute Lane, north of Susanville near Susanville Ranch Park. Initial fuel reduction treatments implemented by the Lassen Fire Safe Council prepared the area for this... Read More.

Susanville CHP Safety Alert: Rising Trend in Underage DUI & Possession

Monday, March 16

Susanville CHP has noted a concerning uptick in underage motorists operating vehicles while under the influence or in possession of alcohol. We’re committed to keeping our roads safe, but we need your help to turn this trend around. Driving is a privilege, and for those... Read More.

Plumas County Deputies Arrest Multiple Suspects Seizing Over Half Pound of Methamphetamine and Cocaine

Sunday, March 15

Over the past several weeks your Plumas County Deputies have been hard at work! The cases listed below have resulted in multiple arrests and the seizure of approximately 288 grams… or approximately 10 ounces… or just over a half pound… of controlled substances. The... Read More.

Chester Public Utility District Invites Community to Discuss Proposed Water and Wastewater Rate Increase

Friday, March 13

The Chester Public Utility District invites all residents to join an important community discussion regarding its proposed rate increase of 25 to 42% for water and wastewater, set to take effect July 1. Anyone wishing to participate or voice thoughts or concerns is invited to... Read More.

California Begins Evaluation of Wolf Livestock Compensation Program with Stakeholder Workshop

Thursday, March 12

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife reports it has started a process to evaluate California’s wolf-livestock compensation program. Between February 2022 and February 2026, the department has granted more than $600,000 to Plumas County ranchers in the form of direct loss compensation, pay-for-presence efforts... Read More.

Plumas County Jail Implements RFID Inmate Tracking

Wednesday, March 11

Inmate data management is about to get a lot easier and more efficient for the staff at the Plumas County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility, where a new radio-frequency identification system is expected to be online by the end of March. According to Jail Commander Steve Clark,... Read More.

Concerns Raised Over California Elderly Parole Program After Violent Offender Granted Release

Tuesday, March 10

Modoc County District Attorney Nina Salarno raised concerns about California’s Elderly Parole Program, which allows incarcerated individuals age 50 or older who have served at least 20 consecutive years in state prison to be considered for parole. The program applies to people convicted of... Read More.

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Multiple Vehicle Accidents Reported in Alturas Area with No Serious Injuries

With Warm Weather Comes Risk of Hantavirus

Susanville prescribed burn

Susanville CHP Safety Alert: Rising Trend in Underage DUI & Possession

Plumas County Deputies Arrest Multiple Suspects Seizing Over Half Pound of Methamphetamine and Cocaine

Chester Public Utility District Invites Community to Discuss Proposed Water and Wastewater Rate Increase

California Begins Evaluation of Wolf Livestock Compensation Program with Stakeholder Workshop

Plumas County Jail Implements RFID Inmate Tracking

Concerns Raised Over California Elderly Parole Program After Violent Offender Granted Release

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