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$290k Highway Signage Replacement Project to Bring Minor Delays Across Region

Tuesday, August 6

Caltrans District 2 is giving you the heads-up to plan on one-way traffic controls as they are about to start a project to replace curve warning signs on several routes in our area. This project will involve removing and replacing signs along 395 in... Read More.

Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help with Vandalism Case

Tuesday, August 6

The Sierra County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s help to identify those responsible for some recent vandalism at the Loyalton Adult Education School bathrooms near the old elementary school. The bathrooms have been damaged, including broken signs and trash tossed around. While the... Read More.

Algae Bloom Alert for Turner Creek: What You Need to Know

Tuesday, August 6

The California Department of Water Resources and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife have issued an Algal Mat Alert for Turner Creek, about 0.6 miles above the Pit River near the Modoc National Forest. Harmful algal blooms (HABs) aren't just about what's floating in... Read More.

Park Fire Sees Largest Growth in Days; Fire Activity Increases with Drier Hotter Weather

Tuesday, August 6

On Monday afternoon, a pyrocumulus smoke plume reaching 35,000 feet in the air was visible across the region. While the smoke did not settle into the area, it was alarming. Maps from overnight indicate that due to yesterday's weather, fire intensity increased significantly in the... Read More.

Plan for Long Delays thru I-80 Corridor- Emergency Construction Repairs Continues

Monday, August 5

If traveling along the I-80 Sierra corridor this week, be prepared for significant delays due to ongoing construction and emergency repairs across Placer, Nevada, and Sierra counties. Caltrans advises drivers to plan for up to two-hour delays and adjust travel times accordingly. Here's what... Read More.

Wolf Dogs, Zoning Laws, & Nuisance Properties, Susanville City Council Tackles Full Agenda Wednesday

Monday, August 5

This August 7th, the Susanville City Council will meet to discuss several pressing issues, including updates to zoning laws, nuisance properties, and complaints about hybrid wolf dogs. The City Planning Department will present lien hearings to recover costs from the Teazak Family Trust for two... Read More.

Mill Fire Fully Contained; Gold Complex Transitioning to Local Management

Monday, August 5

The Mill Fire has scorched 2,962 acres and is now fully contained as of last night. Firefighters successfully secured the remaining perimeter, bringing the fire to 100% containment by 6 p.m. yesterday. The Smith Fire, which burned 45 acres, also remains fully contained. With the... Read More.

Park Fire Containment Grows, 34% August 5, 2024

Monday, August 5

Containment on the Park fire continues to improve while the active fire in the Northeastern edge remains active and the most challenging terrain for firefighters. The Lassen National Forest says Firefighters have been aggressively battling the Park Fire since it started on July 24, but... Read More.

Candidate Filing Closes Friday

Monday, August 5

Candidate Filing Closes Friday, August 9, 2024 for the November 5, 2024 General Election Those interested in running for local office in the November 5, 2024 General Election have to file all necessary paperwork until the close of business on Friday, August 9, 2024. Candidates... Read More.

Park Fire Gains 27% Containment

Saturday, August 3

Incident Facts NamePark Fire Start Date/Time2024-07-24 Incident StatusActive LocationOff Upper Park Road in Upper Bidwell Park, East of Chico TypeWildfire CauseArson CountiesButte, Plumas, Shasta, Tehama Administration UnitUnified Command: CAL FIRE Butte Unit, CAL FIRE Tehama-Glenn Unit and Lassen National Forest Unified Command Agency(s) Size400,956 Containment27% Structures Threatened5,000 Structures Destroyed564 Structures Damaged48 Civilian Injuries0 Firefighter Injuries0 Civilian Fatalities0 Firefighter Fatalities0 Current Situation Situation Summary CAL FIRE: The... Read More.

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$290k Highway Signage Replacement Project to Bring Minor Delays Across Region

Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help with Vandalism Case

Algae Bloom Alert for Turner Creek: What You Need to Know

Park Fire Sees Largest Growth in Days; Fire Activity Increases with Drier Hotter Weather

Plan for Long Delays thru I-80 Corridor- Emergency Construction Repairs Continues

Wolf Dogs, Zoning Laws, & Nuisance Properties, Susanville City Council Tackles Full Agenda Wednesday

Mill Fire Fully Contained; Gold Complex Transitioning to Local Management

Park Fire Containment Grows, 34% August 5, 2024

Candidate Filing Closes Friday

Park Fire Gains 27% Containment

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