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Published October 01Diane Laurlee Greenspan
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 born Dec. 4, 1938, in Oakland, a daughter of the late Dorothy and Raymond Lambert. Diane was raised by her late grandparents,…
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Published October 01Lassen National Forest lifts fire restrictions
The Lassen National Forest reports recent weather conditions have reduced fire danger across the forest, prompting LNF officials to rescind fire restrictions on the forest effective at midnight tonight, Oct. 1. This decision is based on fuel moisture conditions and predicted…
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Published October 01Cal Fire announces $10 million in workforce grants
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection recently announced that it has awarded $10 million in grant funding to 17 projects that will strengthen California’s forest-sector workforce, reduce wildfire risk, restore forests and increase the beneficial use of woody…
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Published September 30Road closed near Bucks Lake for powerhouse maintenance
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 maintenance at the Grizzly Powerhouse in Plumas County. The hard closure will be in effect 24 hours a day from approximately 8 a.m.…
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Published September 30Kid-friendly fire cider workshop set for Sierra Valley
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 Preserve Nature Center, 495 Beckwourth-Calpine Road. Participants in this free hands-on class will make a colorful,…
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Published September 30Sound the Alarm offers free smoke detectors
The Plumas County Fire Safe Council reports that months of collaboration in partnership with the American Red Cross have resulted in local implementation of the Sound the Alarm program. The Sound the Alarm program provides free smoke detectors, helping to ensure that every home…
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Published September 30Positive change expected from second FCMAT report
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 Plumas Unified School District boards Sept. 9 in Portola. Second assessment coming soon PCOE school superintendent Andrea…
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Published September 29Marriage licenses: Sept. 11 – Sept. 24, 2026
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 Dusty James Miller of Quincy, CA. Sept. 17: Abigail Mae Labahn and Bryce Dalton Black of SD. Sept. 17: Emily Paige Paris and Joe…
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Published September 292nd annual Portola fire fair shares preparedness info
The Plumas County Fire Safe Council reports the second annual Portola Wildfire Preparedness Fair brought residents and partners together to share information, resources and practical ways to prepare for wildfire and other emergencies. The fair was presented Aug. 15 by the Portola…
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Published September 29Elevated radon leads to partial closure of PUSD office
High radon levels were recently discovered at the Plumas Unified District Office, leading to a temporary closure of the lower floor. The basement typically houses employees of the Plumas County Office of Education. Those staff members have been relocated indefinitely. Over the…
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Published September 28First Friday features watercolor, woodwork, photography
Two Quincy galleries are hosting opening receptions during this October’s First Friday Art Walk. Participants can visit the Main Street Artists Gallery and the Plumas Arts Gallery for opening receptions from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2. First Friday festivities include wine,…
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Published September 28Wild Pines celebrates 5 years with artisan fair
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 4 p.m. in Graeagle. The annual event brings together the local and regional artists and makers whose work fills the shelves…