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Bill Aims to End Federal Funding for Gender Transition Procedures

Tuesday, March 25

Congressman Doug LaMalfa has reintroduced the End Taxpayer Funding of Gender Experimentation Act, known as H.R. 2202. The legislation seeks to prohibit federal funding for gender transition procedures and restricts federal healthcare facilities and providers from offering such procedures. LaMalfa argues that taxpayers should... Read More.

New Legislation Aims to Tackle Wildfire Threat with Enhanced Forest Management

Thursday, January 23

Today, the House passed H.R. 471, the Fix Our Forests Act, a strong bipartisan piece of legislation focused on improving forest management and reducing the threat of catastrophic wildfires. Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale), released the following statement:“I’m glad to see the House move swiftly... Read More.

California’s New Insurance Mandate Aims to Secure Coverage in Wildfire Zones

Tuesday, December 31

Insurance companies that had stopped providing home coverage to many Californians as wildfires became more destructive will now be required to offer policies in fire-prone areas if they wish to continue doing business in California. This regulation, announced by Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, mandates... Read More.

Susanvilles Ambitious Beef Project Aims to Transform Local Economy

Friday, December 20

Tamra Spade, Susanville’s economic development director, provided an update on the city's economic development activities over the past year during a presentation at the Susanville City Council meeting on December 18. She discussed various initiatives including business outreach, strategic partnerships, investment attraction, marketing, and... Read More.

Shaboozey aims to deliver hope with Good News

Friday, November 15

For anyone who's feeling down and out, Shaboozey has a song for you.The "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" singer dropped "Good News" on Friday, and just as the title suggests, he hopes it delivers good news to listeners."The response to this song... Read More.

Lassen County’s 1% Sales Tax Measure Aims to Boost Law Enforcement Funding in November Election

Wednesday, October 30

With less than a week remaining until the November General Election, Lassen County is banking on a proposed 1% sales tax increase to fund local law enforcement and public safety.District 1 Supervisor Chris Gallagher, in an interview with Sierra Daily News, stated that if... Read More.

OTS Grant Aims to Increase Road Safety

Thursday, November 16

The Susanville Police Department was awarded a $50,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS).The grant aims to reduce serious injuries and deaths on the roads by focusing on areas such as distracted driving, impaired driving, and speeding. This will be accomplished... Read More.

Claremont Resiliency Project Aims to Address Wildfire Crisis Near Quincy

Wednesday, April 12

Quincy and nearby communities in Plumas National Forest have received a welcoming update as the Claremont Forest Resiliency Project has been signed as part of the Wildfire Crisis Strategy Landscape.With a focus on reducing fuel on over 30,000 acres of National Forest System Lands... Read More.

New CDCR Policy Change for the Incarcerated Aims to Reduce Recidivism

Tuesday, January 3

CDCR is working towards helping bring equity and strengthen family bonds to the incarcerated population under a new law that took effect at the start of the year.The Keep Families Connect Act, signed by Newson in September, allows all audio calls from prison wall... Read More.

New Dine Around Town Program Aims to Provide Seniors with Meals

Friday, November 18

A new senior dining service will launch following the Thanksgiving holiday in Susanville. The senior nutrition program, called Dine Around Town, provided through the PSA 2 Area Agency on Aging and in partnership with Lumberjack’s restaurant will give seniors vouchers to redeem for healthy... Read More.