February 19, 2025
Governor Newsom’s order prompts CAL FIRE to reclassify 1.4 million acres as high-risk, enforcing state fire mitigation rules locally.
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Regional News
By Sandy Sanders
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February 21, 2025
USDA fires 3,400 Forest Service employees, impacting Tahoe National Forest and potentially hindering wildfire prevention.
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Local News
February 21, 2025
Sierra Supervisors discuss transfer station upgrades, speed limit changes, new crime laws, and honor a public health officer.
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Local News
Nevada County Sheriff’s Office Press Release
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February 21, 2025
Missing woman Shondra Zimmerman found deceased in the home of a man who led officers on a high-speed chase.
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Local News
By Paul Guffin
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February 20, 2025
125 people rallied at Quincy Courthouse on Presidents’ Day to protest against the current administration.
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Local News
By Sandy Sanders
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February 20, 2025
Downieville‘s gas station opening is delayed due to unresolved contaminated dirt removal issues.
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At the Firehouse
February 21, 2025
Firehouse activities include medical assists, fire training, and a board meeting.
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Sports
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Kings Report
By Tessa Jordan
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February 21, 2025
Sacramento Kings’ Keon Ellis and Domantas Sabonis shine in back-to-back games against the Pelicans, despite All-Star snub.
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Sports
By Carl J. Butz
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February 21, 2025
Eight local girls basketball teams participate in the 2025 Sac-Joaquin Section Playoffs with varying results.
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Sheriff’s Blotter
By Angela Shannon
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February 20, 2025
A week of incidents in Sierra County, including emergencies, investigations, and community assistance.
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Here Back East
By Lenny Ackerman
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February 19, 2025
Reflecting on the German phrase ‘Schwamm drüber,’ using it to overcome life’s disappointments and setbacks.
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Letters to the Editor
February 21, 2025
Former Tahoe National Forest employee discusses impact of mass layoffs on local community and wildfire prevention.
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Letters to the Editor
February 21, 2025
Reagan’s understanding of government’s role contrasts with Trump and Musk’s, impacting farmers’ financial support.
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Letters to the Editor
February 19, 2025
Kim McKinney urges Sierra County residents to oppose speed limit increases at the March 4th Supervisor’s meeting.
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Letters to the Editor
February 19, 2025
Sierra City resident criticizes CalTrans’ proposed speed limit changes, citing safety concerns for locals and tourists.
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Letters to the Editor
February 14, 2025
Sierra City residents urged to monitor local humidity and wind to prevent predictable fires.
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