Upcoming Public Hearings on Sierra County Highway Speed Limit Changes

In many Sierra County communities, the state highways are the local main streets, and I want to alert you to some important news affecting the highways in Sierra City and Sierraville. After recent traffic studies in both towns, Caltrans has decided to raise the speed...

Safely Managing Fire Risks: Upcoming Prescribed Burns in Susanville

CalFire, in cooperation with the city of Susanville Fire Department, will be conducting prescribed pile burning operations in the area of Riverside Drive and the Susan River, in Susanville. Pile burning operations are scheduled for week of Jan. 13, and is expected to continue...

California Braces for Possible Relief Amid Escalating Drought Crisis

California is facing an intensifying drought situation, with the latest U.S. Drought Monitor report showing that most of the state is now classified as Abnormally Dry (D0), and a significant portion experiencing Moderate Drought (D1). The dry conditions, typical of summer, are being exacerbated...