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Stars, Stripes and Flights: Busy Independence Day Travel Expected at Reno-Tahoe International Airport

In the spirit of America250 celebrations happening nationwide, RNO encourages travelers to plan ahead in... Read More.

Sky Over Susanville Set to Explode Tonight as Fairgrounds Hosts Independence Day Celebration

The skies over Susanville are set to light up tonight as the Lassen County Fairgrounds... Read More.

CHP Launches Maximum Enforcement for Holiday Weekend

If you're traveling this Independence Day weekend, expect to see more California Highway Patrol officers... Read More.

Swiffer Mop Head Clogs Bieber Sewer Pump, Prompting Warning from Water District

The Lassen County Waterworks District No. 1 is reminding customers that toilets are not trash... Read More.

PG&E Firefighting Helicopter Program Expands to Include Plumas County

Plumas County will have another aerial firefighting resource available this wildfire season as PG&E expands... Read More.

CHP Busts Street Racing Duo Near Portola, One Also Charged with DUI

A high-speed driving incident on Highway A15 resulted in multiple arrests after a California Highway... Read More.

State Headlines

USDA Announces Lawfare Partnership with SBA to Shield Producers, Ranchers, and Small Businesses from Weaponized Regulation

Ending abusive government overreach. Protecting farmers, families, private property, and small businesses. ________________________________________ (Washington, D.C., July 2,... Read More.

CDFW: Keep Yearling Black Bears Wild During Busy Fourth of July Holiday Weekend

As Californians head outdoors for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, wildlife officials are reminding... Read More.

New Federal Guide Aims to Help Communities Better Prepare for Wildfire Evacuations

With wildfire season underway, the U.S. Fire Administration has released a new planning guide designed... Read More.

Congressman Gallagher Secures $155 Million for Sacramento River Basin Water Infrastructure in House WRDA Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C.—At the request of Rep. James Gallagher (CA-01), the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee... Read More.

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Upcoming Events

Jul 5 | Likely Place RV and Golf Course
Sunday, July 5th Red, White, and Blue Golf Tournament Modoc County Cattlemen had so much fun last year, they are doing it again! Sign up today with your four person team or to sponsor a hole. Join us at Likely Place RV and Golf Course for a 4 person scramble. $320 per team for green fees and carts. Registration at 8am tee time 5am. Call Dillon Flournoy for more information at 719-213-3977
Jul 10 | Lassen County Fairgrounds
Join us for a weekend of culture, tradition, and community: July 10–12, 2026 Lassen County Fairgrounds, Susanville, CA Open to the public Drug & alcohol free Host Hotel: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel
Jul 10 | Westwood
Paul Bunyan Mountain and Blues Festival
Jul 11 | Westwood Visitor Center

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The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has an upcoming competitive bidding opportunity for a public works project titled 2CA07934 – Grasshopper Fire Station Paving Services located in Susanville, California. This project has an estimated start date of July/August 2026, and the scope of work involves performing replacing the existing pavement at CAL FIRE’s Grasshopper Fire Station.

The Prime Contractor must possess a valid C12-Earthwork and Paving Contractor OR an A-General Engineering Contractor license issued by the California State Licensing Board (CSLB). The Prime Bidder must attend the mandatory pre-bid inspection on June 02, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the CAL FIRE Grasshopper Fire Station, 515-350 Highway 139, Susanville, CA 96130. Bids are being accepted for this competitive bidding opportunity until June 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. For more information about this solicitation opportunity, please visit https://caleprocure.ca.gov. To locate the solicitation, enter the solicitation number “2CA07934” in the “Event ID” field.