DWR Releases Initial Water Delivery Projections

The dry start to the water year has water resource advisors allotting only 10 percent of requested water deliveries. DWR Director Karla Nemeth says, while [the DWR] are hopeful that this El Niño pattern will generate wet weather, this early in the season, [the department]... Read More.

Kick-off to the Holiday Season Successful Across the Region

Lassen County Chamber of Commerce hosts another successful Magical Country Christmas in Susanville. Hundreds lined Main Street in uptown to usher in the holiday season. Local businesses, school organizations, and first responders joined in on the Parade of Lights, with a special appearance by Santa... Read More.

Loyalton High School Teacher Arrested for Sexual Misconduct

On Wednesday, November 29, the Sierra County Sheriff’s Office was alerted by the Principal of the High School about a potential sexual assault incident on campus. A following investigation revealed disturbing allegations that High School teacher Emma Shaffer was involved in a sexual relationship... Read More.

BLM Announces Camp Host Opportunities

If you’re already dreaming of warmer weather and nights under the stars next year, the Bureau of Land Management is looking for Camp Hosts throughout the region. Openings for volunteer camp hosts have become available at five sites, two locally, at Hobo Camp Day Use... Read More.

Man Holds Shotgun to Woman’s Face, LCSO SWAT Team Responds

Standoff in Standish, Lassen County sheriff's SWAT team was called out after a man held a shotgun to a woman's face. Last evening, the Sheriff's Office responded to a report of an assault with a deadly weapon in Litchfield. The victim reported that her brother,... Read More.

Local Holiday Programs Give back to Children this Holiday Season

Susanville Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign nears one third of this year’s goal. As December arrives, the non-profit's seasonal fundraising campaign has collected 10,729 dollars of its 32,000 goal. All monies raised help feed and clothe local children and families. The Salvation Army also builds Christmas... Read More.

LNF to Reevaluate Project After Community Feedback

After receiving community feedback, LNF will reevaluate the Dixie Fire Community Protection and Swain Mountain Experimental Forest Vegetation Management Project. This fuels management project proposes to treat over 48,00 acres of community protection zones. These include the communities of Old Station, Silver Lake, Warner Valley,... Read More.