USPS Gears Up for the Holidays

With the holidays around the corner, the United States Postal Service (USPS) says they are ready for the busiest time of the year. Postmaster General and CEO Louis DeJoy expressed confidence in USPS's readiness following the resounding success of the 2022 peak season.In 2022,... Read More.

Continued Delays Through the Canyon Despite Highway Opening

Ongoing delays through the canyon Caltrans is reminding travelers on SR-70 through the Feather River Canyon that although the route is open in Butte & Plumas counties, you need to continue to give yourself extra travel time due to ongoing work. You will encounter multiple areas... Read More.

CDCR Honors 3 HDSP Correctional Officers for Bravery

Today, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) will pay tribute to the bravery and heroism of three Correctional Officers from High Desert State Prison (HDSP) during its 38th annual Medal of Valor Ceremony. The ceremony will recognize their unwavering commitment to service... Read More.

Exciting Trail Developments are Reshaping the Eastern Sierra Region

The Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship has made significant progress over the summer on the Lost Sierra Route, part of the Connected Communities Project. This comprehensive trail plan spans the northern and southern boundaries of the connected communities area, aiming to establish a continuous 370-mile... Read More.

Prescribed Burn Postponed Due to Expected Red Flag Warning

Calfire’s Lassen Modoc Unit has suspended the prescribed burn planned for today in the Honey Lake Refuge area due to an expected red flag warning.The department, along with Fish and Wildlife, had planned an 84-acre ag burn in the Dakin unit to reduce flammable... Read More.

Lassen National Forest Plans RX Burn Near Prattville

As Fall typically brings more moderate weather conditions perfect for prescribed fire, the national forests will increase the frequency of prescribed fire to reduce fuels, a 300-acre burn is planned to start Monday in the Lassen National Forest.The burn will be in the Almanor... Read More.

Passing Thunderstorms Sparks Multiple Fires in National Forests

Battered by lightning strikes, the Modoc National Forest saw the ignition of several fires during the passage of thunderstorms over the weekend. The Forest Service reported the discovery of three fires commencing on Monday.Firstly, the Willow fire was spotted late Monday afternoon, but swift... Read More.