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Sierra Pacific Industries Closes Lands to Public Amid Increased Wildfire Risks

Wednesday, June 26

As fire officials across the region brace for fire season, issuing burn bans and noting a drying fuel index nearing 90% by this weekend, Sierra Pacific Industries is taking the proactive approach of limiting access to its lands to mitigate the risks of sparking...

Western Pacific RR Museum Brings Special Motorcar Rides Commemorating Season Opener

Thursday, April 25

The Western Pacific Railroad Museum is set to kick off its 2024 season on Thursday, May 2, 2024, welcoming visitors to explore its exhibits and enjoy the historical ambiance. The museum, located near historic Old Town Portola in scenic Plumas County, will be open...

Western Pacific Railroad Museum Events Give Back to Portola Community

Tuesday, December 5

In Portola, the Western Pacific Railroad Museum's annual Pumpkin Patch Express and Santa Trains not only spread festive cheer but also contribute to community welfare.Since 1993, through the efforts of volunteers from the Feather River Rail Society (FRRS), these events have offered admission discounts...

Lassen Rural Bus Creates Hiker Journal for Pacific Crest Trail Enthusiasts

Friday, June 30

Lassen Rural Bus has launched a hikers' journal and helps promote tourism in Lassen County.The idea for the journal came about when bus operator, Brittany Duran, had a conversation with a hiker from Austria who was traveling to the Pacific Crest Trailhead in Chester....

Portola Union Pacific Train Museum Announces Plans to Become Premier RR History Operation in North America

Wednesday, May 24

Portola Western Pacific Railroad museum secures a one million dollar grant to expand. The historic railroad museum is a long-standing tourist attraction in the City of Portola, bringing over 10% of the county's tourism. The railroad has a rich history in the county, with...

USFS Creates Foundation Document for Preservation Management of Pacific Coast Trail

Thursday, May 12

A collaborative effort for the preservation of the Pacific Coast Trail creates a Foundation Document to preserve and protect the historic trail system that intersects the entire state of California. The purpose of the document is to be a companion to the existing management...

Sierra Pacific

Wednesday, October 6

ANDERSON, Calif. — An Anderson-based company has bought a wood products firm that owns more than 100,000 acres of land in Southwest Oregon.Sierra Pacific Industries announced last week that it had completed the acquisition of Seneca, a Eugene-based company.The combination of the two companies...

Union Pacific makes repair a month ahead of schedule

Monday, August 2

WEED, Calif. - The Dry Creek Bridge serving Union Pacific’s west coast mainline was severely damaged in the Lava Fire that has burned over 26,000 acres north of Weed, California. Early repair estimates were placed to reopen the line in September. Yet, UP has...