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Sierra County Board Honors Retired Public Works Director Bryan Davey

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Sierra County Board Honors Retired Public Works Director Bryan Davey

January 7, 2026

Sierra County Board commends Bryan Davey for his impactful 21-year public service career.

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District 1 Congressman Doug LaMalfa Dies at 65

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District 1 Congressman Doug LaMalfa Dies at 65

January 7, 2026

Congressman Doug LaMalfa’s passing leaves a vacancy in California's 1st Congressional District.

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Avalanche in Tahoe National Forest Kills Oregon Snowmobiler

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Avalanche in Tahoe National Forest Kills Oregon Snowmobiler

January 6, 2026

A tragic avalanche near Castle Peak claims the life of an experienced snowmobiler.

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Body of Missing Hiker Recovered from North Fork American River

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Body of Missing Hiker Recovered from North Fork American River

January 6, 2026

Placer County Sheriff’s Office recovers missing hiker’s body from challenging river terrain.

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2025 – A Year in Review

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2025 – A Year in Review

By Carl J. Butz

January 5, 2026

Taking a comprehensive look back at The Messenger’s 2025 coverage.

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DWR Conducts First Snow Survey of the 2025-2026 Season

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DWR Conducts First Snow Survey of the 2025-2026 Season

December 31, 2025

The first snow survey reveals below-average snowpack, crucial for California’s water supply.

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Plumas Supervisors Give Final Approval to Renew Tourism Marketing District

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Plumas Supervisors Give Final Approval to Renew Tourism Marketing District

By Dana Loomis

December 31, 2025

Plumas County extends Tourism Marketing District with increased assessment and new reporting requirements.

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Two Plead Guilty to Poaching and Animal Cruelty Charges

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Two Plead Guilty to Poaching and Animal Cruelty Charges

Sierra County District Attorney Press Release

December 30, 2025

Two men face penalties for illegal hunting activities in Sierra County.

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Fish and Wildlife Plans to Collar More Deer, Elk, and Wolves

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Fish and Wildlife Plans to Collar More Deer, Elk, and Wolves

December 30, 2025

CDFW to enhance wildlife tracking with helicopter collaring of deer, elk, and wolves.

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Plumas County Renews Search for CAO

By Dana Loomis

December 28, 2025

Plumas County Board revives search for CAO, increasing salary to attract top candidates.

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Portola and Plumas County Issue Storm Warnings for Christmas

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Portola and Plumas County Issue Storm Warnings for Christmas

By Dana Loomis

December 24, 2025

Residents urged to prepare for severe weather with sandbags available at local sites.

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Organizers Disavow Burnouts at Nevada County Toy Run

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Organizers Disavow Burnouts at Nevada County Toy Run

December 24, 2025

Organizers address safety concerns after reports of reckless behavior during the annual charity event.

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215 Animals Seized for Cruelty from Grass Valley Property

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215 Animals Seized for Cruelty from Grass Valley Property

December 22, 2025

Authorities rescue over 200 neglected animals from a Grass Valley property.

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Storms Bring Heavy Rainfall and Local Disruptions

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Storms Bring Heavy Rainfall and Local Disruptions

December 22, 2025

Sierra County faces power outages and water issues amid heavy rainfall and storm warnings.

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Congress Passes Secure Rural Schools Act With Funds for Area Counties

By Dana Loomis

December 19, 2025

The Secure Rural Schools Act reauthorization ensures funding for local counties’ essential services.

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