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Red Flag Warning for Modoc County High Winds Low Humidity Raise Fire Danger Friday Afternoon

A Red Flag Warning is in effect this Friday afternoon for Modoc County, covering the... Read More.

Modoc Medical Center Welcomes Skilled Surgeons Dr Benjamin Mundell and Dr Connor Wiles

Modoc Medical Center welcomes two new general surgeons, Dr. Benjamin Mundell and Dr. Connor Wiles. Both... Read More.

Plumas County Fire Safe Council Launches Free Smoke Alarm Installation and Fire Safety Campaign

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council, in partnership with the American Red Cross, local fire... Read More.

Herlong Man Convicted of Methamphetamine Possession for Sale in Lassen County Trial

*** JURY VERDICT *** Forrest Eugene Patchin, 73, of Herlong, was convicted by a Lassen County... Read More.

Lassen County Urges Voters to Check Mail for 2026 Ballots

Lassen County election officials are encouraging local voters across Susanville and the surrounding communities to... Read More.

Modoc National Forest Plans Extensive Prescribed Fires This Fall

Modoc National Forest fire officials are planning multiple prescribed fires this fall. These prescribed fires... Read More.

State Headlines

Affordable Power for Host Communities Act Proposes 20 Percent Utility Bill Discounts in California

Communities bearing the burden of hosting California’s power plants and energy infrastructure could soon see... Read More.

California Enforces Strict Penalties on Red Dyed Diesel Use Despite Federal Tax Deferral

California strictly enforces state bans and heavy penalties on using red-dyed (off-road) diesel on public... Read More.

USDA Emergency Loans Available for California and Oregon Farmers Affected by Severe Drought

This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service... Read More.

Happy National 4-H Week!

National 4-H Week shines a spotlight on youth leadership and community impact across the region.... Read More.

Local Sports

Upcoming Events

Now - Oct 31 | Eagle Lake
Eagle Lake Rainbow Rumble
Oct 10 | Bucks Lake Road, Meadow Valley
Come and join us for our annual fundraiser pancake breakfast at the historic Meadow Valley schoolhouse! Not only are we serving a great breakfast but we have wonderful raffle prizes generously donated by area businesses and local Meadow Valley crafters.  Breakfast 7am to 11am. Hope to see you at the Historic Meadow Valley School House, Bucks Lake Road, Meadow Valley
Oct 10
The Susanville Fire Department invites you to their Open House on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1505 Main Street.

Current Weather

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  • SatHigh 71° 2% chance of rain
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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.