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The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection reports investments in wildfire resilience are making California communities safer,

The Plumas County Public Works Department and Waste Management announce that community members can drop off unwanted tires during two free tire collection

Plumas Charter School reports a garden is beginning to take root at Indian Valley Academy, where a two-year rehabilitation project is creating

Plumas Arts invites the community to come together for an evening of creativity, music, poetry and local talent as Words & Music returns Thursday,

Quincy Junior-Senior High School announces the school will celebrate Homecoming week Oct. 5 through 9. The Homecoming parade is set for Friday, Oct. 9, at

Chester Elementary School announces it is celebrating seven students of the week for the week of Sept. 28: Charlie, Gloria, Scarlett, Leo, Johnny, Caleigh

The Dawn Institute invites the community to an afternoon of fall fun at its annual Apple Squeeze and Community Potluck Oct. 11 from noon to 4 p.m. Guests

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council announces a community meeting to share information on the upcoming North Galleppi Prescribed Burn. The meeting is set

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. announces $1 million in wildfire safety grants to organizations across the region. The grants are awarded by the California

Feather River College announces it recently hosted the Quincy Community Supper on Sept. 23. The recent supper marks 24 years of fellowship and dining

Feather River Land Trust announces free nature walks with Ranger Jill Adams each Sunday in October at the Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center. The first

The Plumas Sun invites all Plumas County golf courses, associations and clubs to submit information on games and activities for the Golf Report. Send

Portola’s newest public park amenity, the Mindful Pause Yoga and Meditation Garden, is officially open for public use. A new online reservation system

The C. Roy Carmichael Parent Teacher Association announces a Charleston Wrap fundraiser. The group's fundraising goal is $5,000 and funds raised directly

Plumas Superior Court announces it has adopted a new criminal incarceration schedule and new pretrial release protocols, in response to recent rulings by

The Plumas County Sheriff's Office reports a Greenville man has been arrested for multiple Lake Almanor property crimes. During the past several weeks,

The California Highway Patrol announces a statewide maximum enforcement period starting 6 p.m. tomorrow, Oct. 2, and continuing through 5:59 a.m.

Editor’s note: As the weather grows colder, wasp season is drawing to a close. But they’ll be back before long. In this article, retired entomologist

The Indian Valley Recreation and Parks District announces fall-themed classes at Tiny Tot Town. These drop-off programs for children ages 3 to 5 include

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife announces a Trout in the Classroom teacher training workshop Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., via Microsoft

High radon levels were recently discovered at the Plumas Unified District Office, leading to a temporary closure of the lower floor. The basement

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Diane Laurlee Greenspan, 87, Sept. 9, 2026, at home in Quincy, California, surrounded by her family. She was

The Lassen National Forest reports recent weather conditions have reduced fire danger across the forest, prompting LNF officials to rescind fire

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection recently announced that it has awarded $10 million in grant funding to 17 projects that will

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. reports the planned closure of a portion of Forest Service Road 24N34 in the Bucks Lake/Grizzly Forebay area to perform

The Feather River Land Trust announces a kid-friendly fire cider workshop with Dana Galloway Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sierra Valley

Environment California Research & Policy Center invites residents and travelers statewide to volunteer to help collect data on local wildlife this

The American Valley 4-H Club announces a bake sale fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lost Sierra Food Project’s annual pumpkin

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council reports that months of collaboration in partnership with the American Red Cross have resulted in local implementation

Real estate, student enrollment figures and trustee board openings were on the agenda at the regular meeting of the Plumas County Office of Education and

The following marriage licenses were issued by the Plumas County Clerk-Recorder’s Office Sept. 11 to Sept. 24, 2026: Sept. 11: Barbara Ann Bruner and

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council reports the second annual Portola Wildfire Preparedness Fair brought residents and partners together to share

High radon levels were recently discovered at the Plumas Unified District Office, leading to a temporary closure of the lower floor. The basement

Two Quincy galleries are hosting opening receptions during this October's First Friday Art Walk. Participants can visit the Main Street Artists Gallery

Wild Pines Shop announces it will celebrate five years in business with its fifth annual Meet the Makers Artisan Fair on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to

Feather River College announces it is working with the California Student Aid Commission to offer a financial aid workshop Tuesday, Oct. 20, on the FRC

The Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network recently shared the 2025 report for the Community-Based Beneficial Fire Data Project, which compiled and

The Almanor Foundation reports Chester’s Recharge Our Community’s Economy team recently gathered for its quarterly meeting. Community members, Plumas

Editor’s note: This story is part of a series devoted to the agricultural businesses of Plumas County, each covering a different aspect of agriculture in

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council announces it is sharing information from United Policyholders as a public outreach resource for Plumas County

Gray's Flower Garden announces it has been growing things in Quincy for 80 years — six generations of one family, still at it. The Gray's team invites the

Feather River College Athletics announces its men's and women's soccer teams enjoyed a perfect afternoon at home Sept. 18 as the Golden Eagle women and

Dramaworks announces a Puttin' On the Ritz preshow fundraiser and red carpet extravaganza before a special showing of "Young Frankenstein" Oct. 9 at

Feather River Food Co-op announces applications are open for this year's Co-op Community Fund grants, which will be awarded in early 2027. The deadline to

Allen Beauregard Pruitt was unexpectedly called to his next great adventure Sept. 7, 2026. Allen was born Dec. 4, 1957, in Portola to Robert and Janette

Editor’s note: This story is part of a series devoted to the agricultural businesses of Plumas County, each covering a different aspect of agriculture in

The Office of Sen. Megan Dahle announces that Team Dahle joined the Plumas County Veterans Stand Down in Quincy last week‚ sharing information‚ providing

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council announces a beneficial fire celebration Saturday, Oct. 3, starting at 6 p.m. at The Drunk Brush in Quincy. Organizers

Southern New Hampshire University announces Arik Poggie, of Beckwourth, has been named to the university's summer 2026 President's List. The summer terms