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Plumas County Launches Drought Resilience Taskforce to Tackle Future Water Shortages

Monday, July 15

In response to growing concerns about water shortages and the sustainability of groundwater wells, Plumas County has announced the formation of the Plumas Drought Taskforce, dedicated to developing a comprehensive Drought Resilience Plan (DRP). This initiative aims to equip the county with strategies... Read More.

Could other fruits be added to orange juice amid orange shortages?

Saturday, June 1

(NEW YORK) -- Orange production in two top growing regions has been plagued by diseased fruit and bad weather, a combination that's prompted all-time high prices and left juice makers to consider other citrus varietals to supplement in the widely consumed breakfast beverage.Along the... Read More.

Novo Nordisk announces $6B investment in Ozempic, Wegovy amid shortages

Thursday, May 2

(NEW YORK) -- An executive for Novo Nordisk, the maker of popular drugs used for weight loss including Ozempic and Wegovy, says the company is investing over $6 billion dollars to help meet the increased demand for the drugs amid ongoing shortages and high... Read More.

Drug shortages hit record-high with hundreds in short supply: Pharmacists

Friday, April 12

(NEW YORK) -- Drug shortages have reached an all-time high in the United States, pharmacists are warning.During the first three months of 2024, there were 323 active medication shortages, according to the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and Utah Drug Information Service. Previously,... Read More.

Chick-fil-A backtracks on no-antibiotics in chicken amid projected supply shortages

Monday, March 25

(NEW YORK) -- Chick-fil-A is updating its commitment to customers about the quality and standards of its staple ingredient -- chicken.The fast food chain announced on its website that while "serving quality food has always been our priority," effective this spring, the restaurant will... Read More.

Water Shortages In PNF Campgrounds

Tuesday, August 2

Water shortages are affecting recreational facilities in the Plumas National Forest Feather River Ranger District. Limited water is available at Little Grass Valley Reservoir campgrounds, including Little Beaver, Running Deer, and Red Feather. While camping at these locations you are asked to... Read More.

Plumas Sheriff’s Office Facing Dispatcher Staffing Shortages

Friday, November 19

Dispatchers at the Plumas Sheriff’s Office are getting stretched thin as pandemic and wildfires have had a measureable impact on staff. Sheriff Todd Johns takes the fall suggesting much of the impact is related to his lack of administrative structure during the wildfires. The... Read More.