New Lassen County Fair Manger is Announced

The Lassen Board of Supervisors have appointed a new Lassen County Fair Manager. The new Lassen County Fair Manager is William (Bill) Payer.  Congratulation to Bill Payer.

Portola Powers Up for the Future With New EV Charging Stations

The electric vehicle charging stations at 411 Commercial St. began their journey in July 2022. The motion to approve the licensing agreement with EV Range passed with a unanimous vote from the city council on July 13th, 2022. The discussion to bring an electric... Read More.

Service Gulch Fuel Break CalFire Burn Project

CALFire Lassen Modoc Unit in coordination with Sierra Pacific Industries will be conducting an 81 acre timber understory burn within an ongoing fuel break project located 12.S miles north of the community of lookout in Modoc County. This on going project will continue throughout January... Read More.

Portola Achieves Firewise Certification with Community Collaboration

Portola has been certified as a Firewise community by the National Fire Protection Association for 2025. Thank you to Council member Mikki Battaglia for her assistance along with the Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District for spearheading this initiative. Additional thanks to Plumas County Fire Safe Council,... Read More.

Portola City Council to purchase Bridge Monitoring System

  The Portola City Council approved the purchase of a monitoring system for the Gulling St. Bridge, with costs not exceeding $65,000. Although the decision to buy was made in October, the formal vote occurred at their first 2025 meeting. The system is set to... Read More.

Stay Safe from Charity Scams Tips to Protect Your Donations

Here’s how it works You may receive a call from an unfamiliar number, possibly displaying a company name on the caller ID. The caller claims to represent a charity, seeking urgent donations for a recent disaster or “worthy cause.” They will often use emotional appeals,... Read More.

Plumas County Residents Demand Action on Soaring Property Assessments

Increases in Plumas County property assessments continued to concern the Plumas County Board of Supervisors on January 14, as citizens raised complaints about significant increases. In 2024, property valuations rose by as much as 70% compared to the previous year, affecting approximately 22% of... Read More.