
October 20, 2025
Students learn about animal conservation through live exotic animal demonstrations at Downieville School.
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Local News
October 23, 2025
Protests in multiple cities challenge Trump’s leadership and support California's Proposition 50.
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Regional News
October 22, 2025
Tahoe National Forest initiates controlled burns to create firebreaks and enhance safety measures.
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Regional News
Plumas National Forest Press Release
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October 21, 2025
Plumas National Forest seeks applicants for critical fire response roles for 2026 season.
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Local News
Updated October 21, 2025
Sierra County Board debates rural representation in split vote on anti-Prop 50 resolution.
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Local News
October 20, 2025
Students learn about animal conservation through live exotic animal demonstrations at Downieville School.
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Sports
By Carl J. Butz
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October 23, 2025
Local teams face pivotal matchups as the football season nears its conclusion.
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On the Shelf
By Paul Guffin
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October 23, 2025
Test your knowledge of Sierra County, California, with this engaging local quiz.
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Sports
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Kings Report
By Tessa Jordan
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October 22, 2025
Sacramento Kings start the 2025 NBA season with new additions and key player injuries.
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Here Back East
By Lenny Ackerman
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October 22, 2025
Lenny reflects on philosophical discussions with his Rabbi over lunch.
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Sheriff’s Blotter
October 21, 2025
Summary of local incidents and emergencies reported in Sierra County over the past week.
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Letters to the Editor
October 23, 2025
The community gathered to celebrate the life and legacy of Dan Farrington in Downieville.
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Letters to the Editor
October 23, 2025
Celebrating the impact and activities of 4-H youth in our local community.
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Letters to the Editor
October 23, 2025
Paul Guffin critiques Michael James Taylor’s op-ed on Prop 50 and political representation.
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Op-Ed
By Michael James Taylor
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October 16, 2025
Exploring the potential impact of Proposition 50 on rural representation in California.
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Op-Ed
By Dana Loomis
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October 16, 2025
Plumas County Board’s decision respects election laws and maintains nonpartisan governance integrity.
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