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“Move In!” Program Launches with Private Sector Support

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“Move In!” Program Launches with Private Sector Support

By Dana Loomis

February 6, 2026

New initiative offers financial incentives and marketing campaign to attract relocating families to Plumas County.

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Transfer Site Burns Discussed, Sierra City Monitoring Upgrades Approved

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Transfer Site Burns Discussed, Sierra City Monitoring Upgrades Approved

February 5, 2026

Supervisors weigh wildfire risks against green waste needs while funding new safety upgrades at dumps

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Sierra County Honors Retired Road Maintenance Supervisor Edward Cusato

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Sierra County Honors Retired Road Maintenance Supervisor Edward Cusato

February 4, 2026

Sierra County commended Cusato’s decades of road work, storm response, and community service.

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Loyalton Junior Wins Sierra County Poetry Out Loud

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Loyalton Junior Wins Sierra County Poetry Out Loud

By Paul Guffin

February 4, 2026

Local students showcase memorized verse as county selects its representative for state finals.

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Sierra County Supervisor Lila Heuer Won’t Seek Reelection

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Sierra County Supervisor Lila Heuer Won’t Seek Reelection

February 3, 2026

Heuer cites health and family priorities as she plans to complete her current term only.

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DIG Announces New Leadership After Founding Member Retires

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DIG Announces New Leadership After Founding Member Retires

DIG Press Release

January 29, 2026

Community nonprofit outlines leadership transition and ongoing projects following founder’s retirement from board.

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Assembly Committee Probes Predator Conflicts in Rural California

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Assembly Committee Probes Predator Conflicts in Rural California

January 28, 2026

Lawmakers, ranchers, and environmentalists debate safety, stress, and non-lethal strategies for managing predators.

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State Senate Bill Would Require Assessing Health Impacts from Wildfire Smoke

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State Senate Bill Would Require Assessing Health Impacts from Wildfire Smoke

By Dana Loomis

January 27, 2026

Proposal would quantify wildfire smoke health harms and costs to guide future forest management decisions.

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Wolf Depredation of Pregnant Ewe Renews Concerns in Sierra Valley

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Wolf Depredation of Pregnant Ewe Renews Concerns in Sierra Valley

January 26, 2026

Local sheriffs, ranchers, and wildlife officials weigh next steps as wolf activity resurges.

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California Joins WHO Global Outbreak Response Network

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California Joins WHO Global Outbreak Response Network

January 23, 2026

California joins WHO group aiming to strengthen outbreak detection and emergency health response.

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Plumas Supes Approve Radio Upgrade, Discuss Sales Tax, Hear Brown Act Updates

By Dana Loomis

January 23, 2026

Supervisors advance emergency communications project while reviewing tax measure language and open-meeting law changes.

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Seventh Poetry Out Loud Finals Set for January 29

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Seventh Poetry Out Loud Finals Set for January 29

By Paul Guffin

January 23, 2026

Sierra County high school students will compete in a live poetry recitation contest in Sierraville.

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New CA Laws Affecting Law Enforcement Presented to Board

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New CA Laws Affecting Law Enforcement Presented to Board

January 23, 2026

County supervisors hear overview of new California laws reshaping policing, accountability, and public access.

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Supervisors Squabble Over 2-1-1 Service; Approve Contract

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Supervisors Squabble Over 2-1-1 Service; Approve Contract

January 21, 2026

County approves basic 2-1-1 hotline after debate over costs, usage, and emergency needs

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Helicopter Hoist Rescues Mountain Biker From Butcher Ranch Trail

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Helicopter Hoist Rescues Mountain Biker From Butcher Ranch Trail

January 19, 2026

Authorities coordinated air and ground efforts after snowbound rider used satellite device to call for help.

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