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Susanville FFA Members Earn Top Honors on Opening Day of Lassen County Fair Livestock Shows

Thursday, July 16

Susanville FFA members turned in an impressive showing during the opening day of livestock competitions at the Lassen County Fair, earning multiple champion titles across the sheep, goat and poultry divisions. In the sheep show, Samantha Medvin claimed Supreme Champion Market Lamb and FFA Champion... Read More.

Firefighters Respond to New Vegetation Fire Near Eagle Lake

Tuesday, July 14

Fire crews are responding to a new vegetation fire reported Tuesday north of the Lake Forest community near Eagle Lake Road in Lassen County. CAL FIRE Lassen-Modoc personnel were dispatched to the incident, with engine crews and aircraft arriving on scene and working to contain... Read More.

Elephant Fire Grows to More Than 12,000 Acres; Fire Threatens Infrastructure North of Loyalton

Monday, July 13

The Elephant Fire, burning in Sierra County east of Loyalton, has grown to 12,303 acres as firefighters continue working to contain the fast-moving wildfire. According to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), fire activity continues to push north, where flames have the potential to... Read More.

Reno Woman Killed in Boating Collision at Frenchman Lake; Alcohol Believed to Be a Factor

Monday, July 13

A Reno woman died Saturday following a boating collision at Frenchman Lake, and the Plumas County Sheriff's Office says alcohol is believed to have been a factor in the crash. According to the Sheriff's Office, emergency dispatchers received a Text-to-911 at approximately 11:21 a.m. Saturday,... Read More.

Multiple Wildfires Keep Firefighters Busy Across Northeastern California Over the Weekend

Monday, July 13

Firefighters across northeastern California responded to several new wildfire starts over the weekend as hot, dry conditions and gusty winds fueled rapid fire growth across the region. The largest of the new incidents is the Elephant Fire, burning in Sierra County east of Loyalton. The... Read More.

Amid the Smoke and Flames, Six Puppies Get a Second Chance

Friday, July 10

As firefighters worked to protect homes and contain the 3-1 Fire near Little Valley, they also rescued six lives that couldn't call for help themselves. A CAL FIRE Devil's Garden hand crew discovered six young puppies in the active fire area while battling the wildfire.... Read More.

Susanville Blue Star Moms Raise Nearly $1,800 to Help Send Lassen Veterans on Honor Flight

Thursday, July 9

A lighthearted Fourth of July fundraiser has brought the Susanville Blue Star Moms one step closer to sending local veterans on the trip of a lifetime. The organization announced it raised approximately $1,800 through its annual Operation Stars & Stripes fundraiser, a patriotic twist on... Read More.

Evacuation Order Lifted for Little Valley as 3-1 Fire Holds at 800 Acres

Tuesday, July 7

Firefighters made significant progress Monday night on the 3-1 Fire burning near Little Valley, allowing evacuation orders to be lifted as crews continued working to strengthen containment lines. According to Incident Command, the fire was holding at approximately 800 acres as of 8:51 p.m. and... Read More.

Lassen Supervisors to Weigh $12,000 Raise for Deputy CAO Following Expanded Duties

Monday, July 6

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will consider a proposed salary increase for the county's Deputy Chief Administrative Officer during a special meeting Tuesday. According to the agenda item, the request seeks a two-step salary adjustment worth approximately $12,000 annually. County officials say the increase is... Read More.

Brush Fire Near Susanville McDonald’s Quickly Contained; Cause Under Investigation

Monday, July 6

A brush fire that broke out in fields near McDonald’s on Main Street in Susanville Sunday afternoon prompted a multi-agency response and briefly shut down Riverside Drive due to heavy smoke. According to dispatch traffic, initial reports came in around midday on July 5. Callers... Read More.

Featured News

Susanville FFA Members Earn Top Honors on Opening Day of Lassen County Fair Livestock Shows

Firefighters Respond to New Vegetation Fire Near Eagle Lake

Elephant Fire Grows to More Than 12,000 Acres; Fire Threatens Infrastructure North of Loyalton

Reno Woman Killed in Boating Collision at Frenchman Lake; Alcohol Believed to Be a Factor

Multiple Wildfires Keep Firefighters Busy Across Northeastern California Over the Weekend

Amid the Smoke and Flames, Six Puppies Get a Second Chance

Susanville Blue Star Moms Raise Nearly $1,800 to Help Send Lassen Veterans on Honor Flight

Evacuation Order Lifted for Little Valley as 3-1 Fire Holds at 800 Acres

Lassen Supervisors to Weigh $12,000 Raise for Deputy CAO Following Expanded Duties

Brush Fire Near Susanville McDonald’s Quickly Contained; Cause Under Investigation

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