March 11, 2025
A new California law mandates secure storage of firearms at home. It could face legal challenges next year.
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Local News
Sierra County Arts Council Press Release
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March 12, 2025
Downieville’s Yuba Theatre hosts prestigious Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour in April 2025.
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Local News
By Dana Loomis
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March 12, 2025
Portola collaborates with Beckwourth Peak Fire Protection and Cal Fire to understand wildfire hazard severity zones mandates.
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Regional News
Caltrans District 3 Press Release
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March 12, 2025
Heavy snowfall and strong winds forecasted in the Sierra Nevada, impacting travel and requiring preparedness.
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California News
March 11, 2025
A new California law mandates secure storage of firearms at home. It could face legal challenges next year.
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Regional News
Plumas National Forest Press Release
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March 11, 2025
Firefighters plan pile burning operations in Plumas National Forest, aiming to treat over 600 acres.
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Sheriff’s Blotter
By Angela Shannon
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March 12, 2025
A week of incidents including control burns, ambulance requests, and a mountain lion sighting.
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Be Encouraged
By Angela Shannon
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March 7, 2025
Discussing faith, personal struggles, and the importance of individual spiritual journeys.
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Sports
By Carl J. Butz
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March 6, 2025
Chester Volcanos, Colfax Falcons, and Modoc Braves progress in the Sac-Joaquin Section Girls Basketball Playoffs.
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Kings Report
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Sports
By Tessa Jordan
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March 6, 2025
Sacramento Kings climb to 8th in Western Conference, winning four games despite key player Sabonis’ injury.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández
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March 6, 2025
Reflecting on work-life balance, leisure activities, and the value of time.
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Letters to the Editor
March 12, 2025
Angela Shannon criticizes Caltrans’ safety measures and questions their effectiveness in controlling speed limits.
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Letters to the Editor
March 12, 2025
Linda Guffin criticizes Trump’s arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, defending his constitutional rights of free speech and assembly.
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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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