Plumas National Forest Resumes Pile Burn Amid Return to Wet Weather

The recent wet weather in the National Forest has allowed firefighters to resume burning activities. On the Beckwourth Ranger District, crews plan to burn 7 acres of piles in Lakes Basin, with test fires already initiated yesterday. Due to winds, smoke will be dispersed throughout... Read More.

USPS Launches Operation Santa, Letter Adoption Program

Each year, the United States Postal Service (USPS) gears up to give much-needed relief to Santa through its Operation Santa Program, making holiday wishes come true. The letter adoption program allows those registering through the postal services website to act as Santa’s elves and spread... Read More.

Loyalton Water Woes Put to Rest with Federal Funding

The congressman secured the funding for local water projects across CA's District 3, which includes the city of Loyalton, where he has visited several times over the last few months to address the town's aging water infrastructure. Over the past year, Loyalton officials have grappled... Read More.

Plumas Votes Tomorrow, Statewide Ballot in March

With election day tomorrow in Plumas County, voters will decide on four local district fire protection and medical services measures specific to their regions. The Prattville Almanor Fire Protection District seeks approval for an indefinite special tax of $125 per year with annual adjustments... Read More.

Major Collision on 299 Leaves One Woman Dead

One woman Died Friday Afternoon After Another struck her vehicle. Alturas California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded to the fatal traffic collision Just after four p.m. on November 3rd on Highway 299 along Cedar Pass. Reports indicate that 44-year-old Brian Boatman was driving westbound along the highway... Read More.