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Active Shooter Response Exercise at Chester High School Tests Emergency Preparedness

Monday, September 15

Active Shooter Full Scale Exercise On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, an Active Shooter Full Scale Exercise will be held at Chester Jr/Sr High School. This exercise is designed to assist first responders, the health care system, and school staff to respond to unusual events that... Read More.

City of Susanville Updates Agenda Notification System Sign Up Today

Friday, September 12

City of Susanville – Agenda Notification Update Please be advised that the City is transitioning to a new agenda notification system. If you previously signed up through the City’s website to receive email notifications when agendas are posted, those notifications will no longer be sent... Read More.

The Crescent Store announces its official Grand Reopening

Thursday, September 11

After years of rebuilding and community effort, The Crescent Store announces its official grand reopening party Saturday, Sept. 20, from noon to 3 p.m. The celebration will feature a free community barbecue, live music from a local band and guided tours of the restored... Read More.

Richard DuVarney Named New County Superintendent for Plumas Unified School District

Wednesday, September 10

Plumas Unified School District announces the appointment of Richard DuVarney as the county administrator, following a thorough hiring process conducted in collaboration with the Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team over the summer. DuVarney, who most recently served in Tehama County, will officially begin... Read More.

Lassen County Authorities Shut Down Massive Illegal Marijuana Grow Sites Seizing Plants Firearms and Hazardous Materials

Tuesday, September 9

In July of this year, Lassen County Sheriff’s Office and Lassen County Code Enforcement began an investigation into the illegal cultivation of marijuana occurring in northern Lassen County. Personnel from the Sheriff’s Office flew several suspected cultivation sites and determined that marijuana was actively... Read More.

Lake Fire Breaks out Near Levitt Lake Monday Afternoon

Tuesday, September 9

A scary few moments for residents near the Lake Fire that broke out Monday afternoon just northeast of Levitt Lake off 395 between Standish and Johnstonville. Initial reports had the blaze kicking off in early afternoon around 2ish at around 5 acres in a... Read More.

Megan Reed Appointed New Court Executive Officer at Lassen County Superior Court

Monday, September 8

The Lassen County Superior Court is pleased to announce Ms. Megan Reed has been named the new Court Executive Officer. Ms. Reed has been a resident of Lassen County for thirty-two years attending local schools and is a Lassen High School graduate. She has been employed with... Read More.

Portola Revives Local Recycling Center with Cash Refunds on Beverage Containers

Friday, September 5

Portola is crushing it again with the reopening of a local recycling center. California Redemption Value refunds are back on the east side of Plumas County in Portola. Grizzly Creek Recycling opened in April at 225 Taylor Avenue, reusing the former Daws Recycling site... Read More.

Plumas County Halts Verizon Cell Tower Construction to Protect Native American Cemetery and Address Community Concerns

Thursday, September 4

An outraged crowd gathered Sept 2 for the Plumas County Board of Supervisors meeting. Their goal: Stop construction on a 200-foot cell tower near Greenville on land that includes a Native American cemetery. Two days later, construction stopped. At a hearing held Sept. 4 in Plumas... Read More.

What is a Strike Team

Wednesday, September 3

When fighting fire often a Strike Team is referred. CalFire Modoc - Lassen Unit explains What is a Strike Team is. When we refer to a “Strike Team,” we’re talking about a group of fire resources working together under one leader. Engine Strike Team: 5 fire... Read More.

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Active Shooter Response Exercise at Chester High School Tests Emergency Preparedness

City of Susanville Updates Agenda Notification System Sign Up Today

The Crescent Store announces its official Grand Reopening

Richard DuVarney Named New County Superintendent for Plumas Unified School District

Lassen County Authorities Shut Down Massive Illegal Marijuana Grow Sites Seizing Plants Firearms and Hazardous Materials

Lake Fire Breaks out Near Levitt Lake Monday Afternoon

Megan Reed Appointed New Court Executive Officer at Lassen County Superior Court

Portola Revives Local Recycling Center with Cash Refunds on Beverage Containers

Plumas County Halts Verizon Cell Tower Construction to Protect Native American Cemetery and Address Community Concerns

What is a Strike Team

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