Local Headlines
The candidate filing period for local county offices opened Feb. 9 and will run through... Read More.
PLANNED POWER OUTAGE - WESTSIDE AREA, SOUTH OF WATER USERS LN
On Thursday, February 5th, 2026,... Read More.
Plumas County and the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) invite community leaders, business owners, recreation enthusiasts,... Read More.
Derk Martin Aalpoel, 34, of Fort Bidwell, has been sentenced in Modoc County Superior Court... Read More.
The 2026 Modoc County Academic Decathlon was a resounding success, showcasing strong participation and impressive... Read More.
Vitalant announced that an Alturas man who has donated blood for more than three decades... Read More.
State Headlines
– Legislative Republicans led by Assemblyman Tom Lackey (R-Palmdale) have requested an audit of the... Read More.
Banner Health is revolutionizing the treatment of complex coronary disease through an innovative strategic partnership... Read More.
The Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s refusal... Read More.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is offering wild pig hunting opportunities in... Read More.
Upcoming Events
Looking for some fun a few days before Valentine's Day?
Do you enjoy live music and bingo? If you answered yes to the questions above Lassen County Best of Broadway has a very special event just for you! Broadway lovers bingo
Mark your calendar for February 12th @ 6:00 p.m. please come enjoy us for a night of music games and community connection
The Chilly Chili Cook-Off, hosted by The Almanor Foundation, February 14 at Chester Community Park from noon to 3:00pm is an ideal get together for guest and community in the cold of winter. Over 12 chilis are prepared for guests to taste with awards given for People’s Choice, Judge’s Favorite, all around Best Chili and best decorated booth. There will be a bar, Valentine’s Day raffle for a gift basket filled with goodies, fire pits to roast smores and live music
Rain, snow, sleet, or hail – the cook-off will go on! $20 for adults and 5$ for children under 10. www.almanorchilicookoff.org
Annual Valentine’s Day Dinner at Lake Almanor Elks
There will be lots of yummy food & an amazing silent auction. Our local Chester High School Seniors will be helping serve & clean up. It promises to be a wonderful evening. You can also purchase tickets to our upcoming Valentine's Dinner anytime during the evening. Social Hour at 5pm, Dinner at 6pm
The Lassen County Cattlemen and Cattlewomen are proud to host our 37th Annual “A Taste of Beef, A Sip of Wine” fundraiser on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at The Susanville Elks Lodge.
This event is often heralded as Lassen County’s “social event of the year,” featuring delicious beef appetizers, fine wines, and craft beers. Each year, the evening attracts 300–400 attendees from across the county.
Proceeds from this event directly benefit local agriculture scholarships, youth activities, and Ag in the Classroom programs, helping support the future of agriculture in our community.



