
Washoe Tribe Completes Acquisition of Loyalton Ranch
February 11, 2026
State conservation funds and partners helped the Washoe Tribe reclaim ancestral homelands for restoration.
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Join Downieville’s 4th of July celebration with parades, games, and live music on Main Street.
DVFD Press Release
June 24, 2025

Hundreds participated in 2024’s “Fireless Fireworks” on Downieville’s Main Street.
Please join us for an old-fashioned 4th of July celebration in Downieville!
Thursday July 3rd at 5 PM: Dance tickets go on sale. Watch for Downieville Volunteer Fire Department (DVFD) and EMS personnel in your area.
Noon
Parade on Main Street
2 PM
Tug of war and foot races on Main Street.
Fireless Fireworks on Main Street.
Noon
Fireman’s Muster on Main Street.
4 PM to 7 PM
Downieville Fire Auxiliary Tri-tip BBQ on Main Street.
7 PM to 8 PM
Line Dancing with Kathy on Main Street.
8 PM to 11 PM
Street dancing with live music on Main Street. Tickets available at the gates.

February 11, 2026
State conservation funds and partners helped the Washoe Tribe reclaim ancestral homelands for restoration.
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Local skiers and snowboarders from Truckee-Tahoe compete across multiple events in Italy’s Winter Games.
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Residents now face limited connectivity options as T-Mobile ends roaming-based service in the area.
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Heuer cites health and family priorities as she plans to complete her current term only.
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Lawmakers, ranchers, and environmentalists debate safety, stress, and non-lethal strategies for managing predators.
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