A letter criticizing Michael Welbourn’s post-election commentary and defending Vice President Kamala Harris.

A letter criticizing liberals and celebrating a conservative victory in 2024.

A personal reflection on the significance of Veteran’s Day and its impact on a family’s military service history.

A local shares her reasons for leaving the Republican party and registering as an Independent.

Mary Johnsen shares her experiences of community support in Downieville amidst personal hardships.

The article discusses the Apalachee High School shooting, gun violence, and potential solutions to the crisis.

A concerned parent discusses the vaping epidemic in schools and suggests ways to address it.

Commending Angela’s work on The Blotter.

A letter of thanks to community members providing support after the passing of the beloved dog Angel.

A concerned citizen urges action against rising youth vaping and tobacco addiction in the community.

Ranchers’ sustainable practices, like those at Shaniko Wool Company, contribute to carbon sequestration and nature conservation.

Packer Lake Fish Day celebrates 25 years with trout stocking, activities, and community support.

The Mountain Messenger has received many generous donations from our readers, so we want to thank the following list of donors who have helped keep our paper thriving.

For more than twenty years I have been compiling the “At the Firehouse” column for The Mountain Messenger at the request of the Downieville Fire Department.

Calpine’s streets are all 25 mph zones, and I’m certain that we all see and are irritated by trucks, cars and motorcycles zooming down the streets at 30-40 miles an hour - at least I am.