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Portola 10U Tigers Advance to Snow Bowl
Three playoff victories set up November 7 championship against Elko.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 5, 2026 1 min read
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Highway 49 Traffic Shift Scheduled Near Grass Valley
Local driveway detours begin Monday as crews move traffic east.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 5, 2026 2 min read
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Supervisors Back Ambulance Driver Exemptions for Downieville
Volunteers could qualify to drive without emergency medical technician certification.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 5, 2026 3 min read
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Sierra County Appoints New Behavioral Health Director
Tiffany Armstrong brings 28 years of experience from Lassen County.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 5, 2026 2 min read
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Portola Q&A Session with Liberty Utilities Set for November 12
Liberty staff will explain electric rates and help customers sign up for assistance.
By Dana Loomis November 5, 2026 1 min read
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Sierra County Backs More Insurance for Its Gold
Sprinkler work renews calls to display the nuggets closer to home.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 4, 2026 3 min read
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Highway 70 Drivers Report Long Delays Between Portola and Blairsden
Crews aim to finish paving before colder weather sets in.
By Dana Loomis November 3, 2026 2 min read
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Residential and Agricultural Burn Bans Lifted for Plumas, Lassen, and Modoc
Permits are still required, and local air districts set burn days.
By Dana Loomis November 3, 2026 1 min read
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Sierra County Suspends Sixteen to One Mine’s Permit
Supervisors can lift the suspension once planners have a complete application.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 3, 2026 5 min read
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Davey Wins Sierra County’s District 2 Supervisor Seat
Early returns show higher Democratic congressional vote shares across three counties than in 2024.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff Updated November 4, 2026 12 min read
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Pile Burning Planned Near Plumas Pines and Quincy
Crews plan 6 more acres near Quincy and 2 near Plumas Pines Thursday, conditions permitting.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff Updated November 5, 2026 4 min read
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Covered California Opens Enrollment for 2027 Health Plans
Expanded state aid and federal changes reshape costs and eligibility.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 2, 2026 4 min read
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Graeagle Schoolhouse Prepares for Preschool and Family Programs
Plans include outdoor learning, flexible schedules, and help with tuition.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 2, 2026 3 min read
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Driver Arrested After Halloween Golf Cart Crash Injures Children
Alta Sierra passengers were treated at the scene and released.
By The Mountain Messenger Staff November 2, 2026 2 min read
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Nevada City Seeks Input on Walking and Biking
Survey and November workshop will help set street and trail priorities.
October 30, 2026 2 min read
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Sierra and Plumas Providers in Line for Rural Health Grants
The One Big Beautiful Bill backs local staffing grants and regional care networks.
October 30, 2026 5 min read
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Portola Asks CPUC and Legislators for Help with Electric Bills
City seeks local forums on Liberty’s rates and service.
By Dana Loomis October 28, 2026 4 min read
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Grass Valley Advances Historical Commission Merger
Council backs a single review body as residents defend history programs.
October 28, 2026 5 min read
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Plumas Forest Begins Prescribed Burns to Reduce Wildfire Risk
South Park burning paused after about 3 acres; trail system reopens.
Updated October 28, 2026 4 min read
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AF1 Endurance Challenge Brings Three Sports Together for Charity
November 7 debut seeks volunteers and support for Downieville emergency care.
October 28, 2026 3 min read
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