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Downieville School Hosting Tri-Tip Dinner Fundraiser
February 11, 2026
Proceeds from the community meal will support Downieville’s junior class.
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Washoe Tribe Completes Acquisition of Loyalton Ranch
By Carl J. Butz February 11, 2026
State conservation funds and partners helped the Washoe Tribe reclaim ancestral homelands for restoration.
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Cattle Dead From Commercial Vehicle Brake Fire on I-80
February 11, 2026
Firefighters quickly contained the blaze, but several animals died from severe burn injuries.
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Attempted Murder Charges Filed in Truckee Safeway Crash
February 10, 2026
Prosecutors detail attempted murder and assault charges after a pickup allegedly targeted youth fundraisers.
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Plumas National Forest Plans to Burn More Piles Near Graeagle
By Dana Loomis February 10, 2026
Forest Service crews will conduct weather-dependent pile burns, with visible smoke expected in nearby communities.
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T-Mobile Drops Downieville Cell Coverage Over Reliability Issues
February 6, 2026
Residents now face limited connectivity options as T-Mobile ends roaming-based service in the area.
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Plumas Supervisors Hear Update on USDA Wildlife Services Team
By Dana Loomis February 6, 2026
County officials review six-month progress of wildlife conflict response and prevention efforts.
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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
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
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
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
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
DIG Press Release January 29, 2026
Community nonprofit outlines leadership transition and ongoing projects following founder’s retirement from board.
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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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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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