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Down in the Garden! — Part 2

Katie's Sightings

Down in the Garden! — Part 2

By Katie O'Hara Kelly

September 13, 2024

Explore the presence of Western Swallowtail Butterflies, Achemon Sphinx Moth caterpillars, and Common Aerial Yellow Jackets in a Downieville garden.

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Down in the Garden! — Part 1

Katie's Sightings

Down in the Garden! — Part 1

By Katie O'Hara Kelly

September 13, 2024

Recent rain in Downieville revitalizes garden, attracting diverse wildlife including Steller’s Jays and Lesser Goldfinches.

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Southwest Sierra #75 — Pliocene Ridge School

Southwest Sierra

Southwest Sierra #75 — Pliocene Ridge School

By Rae Bell Arbogast

September 12, 2024

Pliocene Ridge School’s construction, early issues, student experiences, and eventual closure are recounted by a former student.

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Sheriff’s Blotter

Sheriff’s Blotter

By Angela Shannon

September 11, 2024

A quiet week in Sierra County with minor incidents and ambulance requests.

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Pretend It’s a Forest

Pretend It’s a Forest

By Susana Hernández

September 11, 2024

Local resident suggests innovative ideas to boost tourism in Downieville, amid declining foot traffic.

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The Folks on The Snake River, Idaho

Here Back East

The Folks on The Snake River, Idaho

By Lenny Ackerman

September 11, 2024

A fisherman forms lasting friendships with locals during his trip to Snake River, Idaho.

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Southwest Sierra #74

Southwest Sierra

Southwest Sierra #74

By Rae Bell Arbogast

September 5, 2024

A nostalgic look at Alleghany School’s history, changes, and memorable experiences from the 1970s and 80s.

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Columns

The Long View...

By Scottie Hart

September 4, 2024

A retired woman unexpectedly returns to her newspaper career after a chance encounter in Downieville.

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Sheriff’s Blotter

Sheriff’s Blotter

By Angela Shannon

September 4, 2024

A week of incidents including accidents, animal disturbances, and illegal activities in Downieville.

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This Year of Remembrances

Here Back East

This Year of Remembrances

By Lenny Ackerman

September 4, 2024

Reflecting on family remembrances and visiting ancestral graves during Jewish holidays.

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On the Shelf

On the Shelf

By Paul Guffin

September 3, 2024

Explore the origin and significance of “America” through a quiz and a list of related library books.

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Public Health Lookout

Public Health Lookout

By Deborah Perkins

September 3, 2024

Understanding cholesterol, its types, effects, and how to manage it for a healthier life.

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All About Pets

High School Columns

All About Pets, Special Edition

By Logan Kinneer

September 3, 2024

Exploring the Cat Behavior Alliance, a sanctuary and consultancy for cats.

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Southwest Sierra #73 — Sleepin’ John

Southwest Sierra

Southwest Sierra #73 — Sleepin’ John

By Rae Bell Arbogast

August 29, 2024

A local elder, Sleepin’ John, shares his experiences with “African Sleeping Sickness” and life in Alleghany.

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Sheriff’s Blotter

Sheriff’s Blotter

By Angela Shannon

August 27, 2024

A week of incidents including ambulance requests, animal sightings, and semi-truck issues.

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