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Lassen’s District Attorney Addresses New Criminal Laws and Challenges, Highlights Achievements

Thursday, January 18

Lassen’s District Attorney, Melyssa Rios, addressed significant changes to criminal laws in the new year, noting the challenges faced by her office. Having handled over 900 cases, including 13 jury trials and securing a county-first second-degree murder conviction for substance-furnishing homicide, Rios emphasized the... Read More.

Lassen Community College Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting for RN Nursing Program, Addressing Healthcare Professional Shortage

Thursday, January 18

Lassen Community College will be bustling this evening as it hosts a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the momentous achievement of welcoming its first cohort to the newest RN nursing program. The California Board of Registered Nursing approved the Registered Nursing Program at LCC in November, following... Read More.

Community Uproar as Proposed Camping Ordinance Sparks Controversy in County Meeting

Wednesday, January 17

County supervisors came under attack at the board’s January 16th meeting after a proposed camping ordinance landed on the supervisors' desks for approval. However, Planning Director Maurice Anderson took the podium, advising the board to postpone a decision at this meeting. It had come to their... Read More.

Plumas County Sheriff’s Office Overcomes Staffing Challenges, Restores Normal Patrols

Wednesday, January 17

Sheriff patrols have returned to normal in Plumas County with the implementation of two-shift patrols after 4 months on a single swing shift patrol. The Sheriff’s office, which has been grappling with critical staffing issues, graduated a correctional officer in November and welcomed a Deputy... Read More.

Partial Closure of Highway 70: Caltrans Announces Emergency Repairs in Butte County

Wednesday, January 17

More trouble for Highway 70, yet further down the Canyon in Butte County. Caltrans District 2 announced the partial highway closure following heavy rains, which caused roadway damage in the eastbound lane. Erosion of the ground led to a slip out underneath the highway, creating a... Read More.

Sierra Avalanche Center Issues Urgent Warning for Greater Lake Tahoe: High Danger Ahead

Wednesday, January 17

If you are thinking of hitting the slopes in Tahoe over the weekend, you may want to reconsider; the Sierra Avalanche Center in Truckee has issued a backcountry avalanche warning for the Greater Lake Tahoe area. The warning states there is a high danger an... Read More.

Emergency Response Committee Tackles Ambulance Service Closure in Lake Almanor Basin

Tuesday, January 16

In response to the lack of Ambulance services by the Chester Fire Department, an Emergency Medical Care Committee (EMCC) subcommittee convened in early December as directed to do so by the Plumas County Board of Supervisors. Comprising local healthcare, fire, and emergency services leaders, the... Read More.

FEMA Urges Safety Measures Amidst Rising Winter Home Fire Incidents

Tuesday, January 16

According to FEMA, more home fires occur in the first two months of the year with one out of 6 resulting from a heating source. Staggering statistics reveal half of all home fires occur between December and February as homes battle against the cold, many... Read More.

California Faces Fiscal Challenges with Governor’s Proposed Budget and Projected Deficit

Tuesday, January 16

The Governor has presented his proposed budget for the year with a projected nearly 40 billion dollar deficit. Though the legislatures analyst office remains uncertain, suggesting his budget proposal is “optimistic” with “strengths and weaknesses”. The analyst office suggests the deficit may, in fact, be... Read More.

California Water Commission Unveils Strategies for Drought Resilience and Water Protection

Tuesday, January 16

During a meeting on Wednesday, the California Water Commission will present statewide strategies for protecting communities, fish, and wildlife in the event of a drought as part of its work to support the California Water Resilience Portfolio. The Commission is set to convene in Sacramento,... Read More.

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Lassen’s District Attorney Addresses New Criminal Laws and Challenges, Highlights Achievements

Lassen Community College Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting for RN Nursing Program, Addressing Healthcare Professional Shortage

Community Uproar as Proposed Camping Ordinance Sparks Controversy in County Meeting

Plumas County Sheriff’s Office Overcomes Staffing Challenges, Restores Normal Patrols

Partial Closure of Highway 70: Caltrans Announces Emergency Repairs in Butte County

Sierra Avalanche Center Issues Urgent Warning for Greater Lake Tahoe: High Danger Ahead

Emergency Response Committee Tackles Ambulance Service Closure in Lake Almanor Basin

FEMA Urges Safety Measures Amidst Rising Winter Home Fire Incidents

California Faces Fiscal Challenges with Governor’s Proposed Budget and Projected Deficit

California Water Commission Unveils Strategies for Drought Resilience and Water Protection

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