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Lassen Municipal Utility District Approves Contracts and Financial Resolutions for Skedaddle Substation

Thursday, June 26

At the June 24 meeting, the Lassen Municipal Utility District Board of Directors approved several key contracts for the construction of the Skedaddle Substation in South County. The board's decisions received a 4-0-1 vote, with Director Charity Moore abstaining. Key contracts included: Western Utility Telecom:... Read More.

Sierra County Sheriff Warns of Phone Scam Impersonating Deputies

Wednesday, June 25

The Sierra County Sheriff's Office has become aware of a scam involving phone calls impersonating our deputies. Please be advised that we do not notify individuals by phone if they have a warrant for their arrest or if they have missed a court subpoena. We... Read More.

SVEC Announces Scheduled Power Outages for Emergency Repairs on June 25th, 2025

Tuesday, June 24

Surprise Valley Electric Company announced that Wednesday, June 25th, 2025, they are planning an outage for emergency repairs that will affect some members differently in certain areas. Please read the information below carefully. Affected members should have received an automated call this morning, notifying... Read More.

Wildland Fire in Litchfield Burns 9.5 Acres Sparks Citations for Illegal Burning

Monday, June 23

CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc personnel responded to a wildland fire this morning off of Ward Lake Rd in Litchfield. The fire burned approximately 9.5 acres of vegetation and spread into a haystack before it was fully contained. The fire originated from an illegal burn... Read More.

Successful Nighttime Rescue of Injured Paraglider in Lassen County

Friday, June 20

On the night of June 18th, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office RAVEN 3 and Search & Rescue were called to assist the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office in rescuing an injured paraglider who had crashed in the mountainous area near Hallelujah Junction. The Huey helicopter,... Read More.

High Sierra Music Festival Faces Uncertain Future Amid Record-Low Ticket Sales

Thursday, June 19

With just two weeks remaining before the High Sierra Music Festival, producer Dave Margulies is contemplating the possibility of canceling the event due to record-low ticket sales. Margulies expressed the emotional toll a cancellation would take on patrons, artists, vendors, and the local community,... Read More.

Susanville Fire Department Urges Community to Meet Weed Abatement Deadline for Fire Safety

Wednesday, June 18

Susanville Fire Department issued a statement reminding the community the Weed Abatement Deadline is fast approaching, June 30th. Weed Abatement in the context of wildfire prevention, refers to the process of clearing flammable vegetation from properties to reduce the risk of fire. It involves removing... Read More.

Wyandotte Campground Closes to Protect Nesting Bald Eagles Until July 15

Tuesday, June 17

The Plumas National Forest has announced that Wyandotte Campground, scheduled to open on June 13, is under a closure order to protect nesting bald eagles in the Little Grass Valley Reservoir Recreation Area. The closure, effective until July 15, affects campsites 1 through 17... Read More.

Susanville Rental Property Owners Settle $1 Million Lawsuit Over Sexual Harassment Claims

Monday, June 16

The owners of 80 rental units in and around Susanville have reached a $1 million settlement to resolve a civil lawsuit alleging sexual harassment by owner Joel Lynn Nolen. The lawsuit, initiated by the Department of Justice in February 2023, accused Nolen of violating... Read More.

Thunderstorms Spark New Lightning Fires in Plumas National Forest

Tuesday, June 10

Monday afternoon thunderstorms with abundant lightning were over the Plumas National Forest for the second day in a row. There were areas of heavy rain with today’s storms. The Forest is scheduled for a reconnaissance flight tomorrow to help find new lightning fires. This afternoon firefighters... Read More.

Featured News

Lassen Municipal Utility District Approves Contracts and Financial Resolutions for Skedaddle Substation

Sierra County Sheriff Warns of Phone Scam Impersonating Deputies

SVEC Announces Scheduled Power Outages for Emergency Repairs on June 25th, 2025

Wildland Fire in Litchfield Burns 9.5 Acres Sparks Citations for Illegal Burning

Successful Nighttime Rescue of Injured Paraglider in Lassen County

High Sierra Music Festival Faces Uncertain Future Amid Record-Low Ticket Sales

Susanville Fire Department Urges Community to Meet Weed Abatement Deadline for Fire Safety

Wyandotte Campground Closes to Protect Nesting Bald Eagles Until July 15

Susanville Rental Property Owners Settle $1 Million Lawsuit Over Sexual Harassment Claims

Thunderstorms Spark New Lightning Fires in Plumas National Forest

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