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Biscar Fire Update Evacuation Orders Expanded and Highway 395 Closure Continues

7/19/26 2:50 pm Biscar Fire Update: Evacuations have been increased and added as follows: Evacuation Order -... Read More.

Modoc Heritage Foundation Honors Gene and Wynarda Erquiaga as 2026 Fair Grand Marshals

The Modoc Heritage Foundation is honored to introduce our 2026 Modoc District Fair Grand Marshal's,... Read More.

Bucks Lake Fire Department Leads Complex Rescue and Medical Airlifts in Busy Week

BLFD has just experienced a busy week at the Lake with 3 serious medical calls...2... Read More.

Sierra Regional EMS Launches New Website Following Transition of Local Ambulance Services

Residents of Plumas and Lassen counties can now learn more about their local emergency medical... Read More.

DUI Arrest Follows Crash, Sparks Along Highway Near Gold Lake

A suspected drunk driver was arrested early Monday after California Highway Patrol officers spotted a... Read More.

3-6 Fire Grows to 184 Acres; Evacuation Warning Remains in Effect

Firefighters continue to make progress on the 3-6 Fire burning in the Dixie Valley area... Read More.

State Headlines

Wildfire Resilience Bill Advances to California Assembly

Legislation aimed at strengthening California's local wildfire preparedness efforts is moving forward after clearing the... Read More.

Escaped California Fire Camp Inmate Released by Mexican Authorities, Remains Wanted

An incarcerated man who walked away from a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)... Read More.

CPUC Seeks Public Input to Improve California Broadband Maps

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is asking residents to share their experiences with internet... Read More.

Gas Prices Begin Rising Again Amid Global Oil Market Uncertainty

Gas prices are moving higher again after weeks of declines, with AAA reporting the national... Read More.

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Jul 23 | Quincy, CA
Plumas Sierra County Fair
Jul 24 | Herlong, CA
If your child is starting school or needs vaccines, there is a free event to support you. Children aged 4 to 18 can get vaccines without needing a sports physical. The event takes place at Herlong High School on July 24, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. If you are unsure which vaccines your child needs, you can call 530-251-8183 or visit the event for help.
Jul 25 | Doyle, CA
Doyle Days
Jul 25 | Plumas-Sierra Fairgrounds
Saturday, July 25th Plumas-Sierra County Fair Cattlemen's Barbeque Join us at the Plumas-Sierra County Fair Cattlemen's Barbeque! Come enjoy a great evening of delicious barbecue, good company, and support local youth scholarships!

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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.