News across Plumas County

5 sheriff’s office employees sworn into new roles
The Plumas County Sheriff’s Office announces that five employees were sworn into new roles last month. During a ceremony at the courthouse, PCSO recognized and congratulated the following team members for their dedication to the department and the community:

Plumas Underburn Cooperative meeting includes field tour
The Plumas County Fire Safe Council invites those interested in beneficial fire to the Plumas Underburn Cooperative’s September meeting. The group will meet at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, at Sierra Institute for Community and Environment in Taylorsville. Organizers say…

Annual low-cost health screening set for October
Plumas District Hospital announces its annual low-cost health screenings during the first two full weeks of October. Appointments are necessary for the screenings. Appointments are available between 6:30 and 8 a.m. Monday through Thursday from Monday, Oct. 5, until Thursday, Oct.…

Almanor Foundation opens wildfire relief, recovery grants
The Almanor Foundation announces that its 2026 Wildfire Relief and Recovery Fund grant cycle is officially open. The organization invites eligible organizations to apply for funding that supports relief, rebuilding and long-term revitalization efforts for communities impacted by…

Smith Properties Real Estate Featured Listings for September 13th
At Smith Properties, we pride ourselves on being specialists in bringing buyers and home sellers together throughout Lassen and Plumas County. Like the Smith Properties team itself, our website has […]

Recommended county budget nearly $183 million
Plumas County is preparing to launch the 2026-2027 fiscal year with a $182.9 million budget recommended by county supervisors and department heads. As the Plumas County Board of Supervisors goes into final budget hearings at 10 a.m. Sept. 14, department heads will meet with the…

Friends of Plumas Wilderness hosts river cleanup
Friends of Plumas Wilderness reports it is hosting the annual Great Sierra River Cleanup in partnership with Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship, Plumas National Forest’s Mt. Hough Ranger District, and Sierra Nevada Alliance. The cleanup is set for Saturday, Sept. 19, from 9 a.m. to…

Reggae in the Park comes to Portola for three Sundays
DJ Roots Defender, in collaboration with Feather River Action!, presents Portola Sunday Reggae in the Park, a reggae music event promoting healthy local forests and watersheds. DJ Roots Defender will spin strictly vinyl in this family-friendly outdoor music event at Portola City…

Drive-through flu shot clinic available in Loyalton
Sierra County Public Health announces a free drive-through flu shot clinic Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to noon at 100 Railroad Ave. in Loyalton. This is a new date and time from previous clinics. Organizers say Plumas County residents are welcome; there are no residency…

Workshop focuses on fencing, wildlife connectivity
Friends of Plumas Wilderness reports it is hosting a free workshop along with Plumas Audubon Society called Breaking Down Barriers. Organizers are seeking 20 volunteers to join them near Chester on Friday, Sept. 18, for the event focused on fencing and wildlife connectivity.…

PG&E plans potential public safety power shutoff Sept. 12-14
Pacific Gas and Electric Co. has notified customers and the press of a possible public safety power shutoff beginning Saturday, Sept. 12, with the potential to run through Monday, Sept. 14. The PSPS could impact nearly 4,800 customers in Plumas County, and an estimated total of…
