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World War II Veteran James S. Mitchells Remains Returned to Hamilton City for Final Honors

Wednesday, April 23

The remains of U.S. Army Private James S. Mitchell, who died during World War II, have returned to his hometown of Hamilton City. A special police escort and the Patriot Guard accompanied his remains through the city to Brusie Funeral Home in Chico.Mitchell, known... Read More.

Young Wrestling Prodigy Hadassah Almanza Shines at Reno World Championships

Wednesday, April 9

Hadassah Almanza, a young wrestler from Fort Bidwell, CA, showcased her remarkable talent at the 2025 Reno World Championships of Wrestling, held from April 3-6 at the Reno Events Center. Competing against strong opponents from states like New York, Oklahoma, Hawaii, and Arizona, she... Read More.

Hope Wheels Celebrates World Record Achievement at Lassen Ale Works

Monday, February 24

Hope Wheels is hosting a celebration on Saturday, March 1st, at Lassen Ale Works to mark its inclusion in the 2025 Guinness Book of World Records. Less than 5% of applicants make it into the prestigious book, making this achievement noteworthy for the organization.The... Read More.

Tom Vilsack Named CEO of World Food Prize Foundation

Friday, January 31

Former U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will become the new chief executive officer for the World Food Prize Foundation in March. The World Food Prize Foundation is announcing Tuesday that Vilsack will take over the position at the beginning of March. "As CEO, Vilsack will... Read More.

Largest Tree in the World in California

Monday, January 13

Giant Forest of Sequoia National Park in Tulare County, California, USA. The General Sherman Tree is the world's largest tree, measured by volume. It stands 275 feet (83 m) tall, and is over 36 feet (11 m) in diameter at the base. Sequoia trunks remain... Read More.

Another Attempt at a World Record- Susanville Local and Grandson to Hold Special Event Saturday

Thursday, August 31

Set to break their own record, Susanville locals Tim Trevitt and his grandson Mason are back at it again. This weekend, their mission is to raise funds and awareness for the non-profit organization Hope Wheels, which emerged from their journey to secure the world... Read More.

Grandfather and Grandson Put Susanville into the Guinness Book of World Records

Thursday, June 29

Susanville makes the Guinness Book of World Records thanks to one local boy and his grandfather.Tim Trevitt and his grandson Mason Gonzales's journey began when watching youtube videos of hot wheel track competitions and decided to take on the challenge. The two worked... Read More.

June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness

Wednesday, June 14

Plumas Bank is teaming up with Independent Community Bankers of America for World Elder Abuse Awareness on June 15th. Older Americans lose up to 3 billion a year due to fraud scams.According to the United States Senate Special Committee of Aging, the average... Read More.

Stories tagged with: world

World War II Veteran James S. Mitchells Remains Returned to Hamilton City for Final Honors

Young Wrestling Prodigy Hadassah Almanza Shines at Reno World Championships

Hope Wheels Celebrates World Record Achievement at Lassen Ale Works

Tom Vilsack Named CEO of World Food Prize Foundation

Largest Tree in the World in California

Another Attempt at a World Record- Susanville Local and Grandson to Hold Special Event Saturday

Grandfather and Grandson Put Susanville into the Guinness Book of World Records

June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness

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