The Plumas Sun • August 14th, 2024

Quincy Firewise hosts preparedness presentation | The Plumas Sun

The Quincy Firewise Community invites everyone to a disaster preparedness and emergency evacuation presentation Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 5 p.m. The event will be held at the West End Theatre, 541 Main St. in Quincy.


“Are you and your family prepared for disaster?” ask organizers. The special presentation features guest speakers Lori Pini, from the Plumas County Office of Emergency Services, and Marty Walters, from Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters.


The meeting is open to all. More...

The Plumas Sun • August 10th, 2024

Public comment period starts for forest project | The Plumas Sun

The Plumas National Forest, in partnership with the Sierra Institute for Community and Environment, announces the start of the public comment period for the North Fork Forest Recovery Project. The project’s draft environmental assessment was published Aug. 9, starting the 30-day public comment period.


A public meeting is planned Wednesday, Aug. 21, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Historic Taylorsville Hall, located at 4322 Main St. in Taylorsville. Community members and the public are invited to a...

The Plumas Sun • August 10th, 2024

Dahle's office offers help to fire evacuees | The Plumas Sun

Staff in Assemblywoman Megan Dahle’s office invite any 1st Assembly District residents to contact them for assistance in the case of displacement due to wildfire. The 1st Assembly District includes Plumas County.


As wildfires become more frequent‚ particularly in the North State‚ Californians may be displaced due to evacuation orders. Constituents may face disruptions such as missed wages‚ delayed mail and unmet deadlines. Upon returning to their communities‚ individuals might need help resol...

The Plumas Sun • August 4th, 2024

Underburn co-op shares preparedness resources | The Plumas Sun

In the midst of active wildfires in Northern California — including the local Gold Complex Fire and the Butte/Tehama County Park Fire — the Plumas Underburn Cooperative shares some useful resources for tracking emergency and preparedness information.


“Let’s take time today to make sure our loved ones are prepared for wildfire season,” said Logan Krahenbuhl, Plumas Underburn Cooperative project manager. “Pack a ‘go bag,’ know multiple evacuation routes and know where to receive official emerge...

The Plumas Sun • August 3rd, 2024

Volunteers acknowledged for wildfire preparedness efforts | The Plumas Sun

Plumas County Firewise volunteers are to be commended for their remarkable efforts, demonstrating outstanding community unity and proactive wildfire preparedness measures, said the Plumas County Fire Safe Council. The council pointed out that recent Firewise activities across various neighborhoods in the county have shown a strong commitment to fire preparedness and community well-being.A group of local Firewise volunteers came together to mow the grass along the roads throughout Valley Ranch, s...

The Plumas Sun • July 30th, 2024

Signups open for countywide chipping program | The Plumas Sun

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council invites Plumas residents who need to dispose of woody debris to sign up for its chipping program. Through funding from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the chipping program is available at no cost to all Plumas County residents.


Residents must prepare their material in advance: the pile to be chipped may be up to 16 feet long, no more than 4 feet high and made of natural materials that are between 3 and 12 feet in length and no gr...

The Plumas Sun • July 30th, 2024

Rep. Kiley holds virtual fire prevention town hall | The Plumas Sun

Congressman Kevin Kiley reports he has scheduled a virtual fire prevention town hall meeting for Wednesday, July 31, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting is open to all constituents in the 3rd Congressional District, which includes Plumas County.


Kiley’s staff has convened a group of state and federal fire experts from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the U.S. Forest Service and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to discuss efforts underway to contain the Park Fire and red...

The Plumas Sun • July 29th, 2024

Fire Safe Council offers free home visit consultations | The Plumas Sun

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council reminds the community that its Fire Safe Home Visit Program is available between the months of April and November.


Through this program, the Fire Safe Council offers no-cost consultations to help residents create a more fire-prepared property​. Home visits are conducted by trained Fire Safe Council staff and volunteer Plumas County residents. These peer-to-peer consultations are intended to uphold a spirit of open, fire-safe communication between Plumas res...

The Plumas Sun • July 28th, 2024

Greenville Post Office still closed | The Plumas Sun

The flags are flying outside. The lights are on inside. And the 95947 ZIP code is prominently painted in 3-foot red numbers on the wall of the retail window area.


Why isn’t the Greenville Post Office open for business?


The U.S. Postal Service is making “significant progress” on reopening the building that serves 467 customers, said Kristina Uppal, media liaison for the USPS district that includes Plumas County. Uppal, however, provided no specifics about when that progress would culminate...

The Plumas Sun • July 27th, 2024

Sierra Institute celebrates first mass timber roundhouse | The Plumas Sun

The Sierra Institute for Community and Environment reports that the successful Big Time and grand opening of the new Roundhouse Education Center in Greenville in June was made possible through collaboration.


“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our dedicated partners whose unwavering support, collaborative efforts and shared vision played a pivotal role in bringing this significant project to fruition,” said Sierra Institute. “This is how we bounce back after the Dixie Fire.”


The S...

The Plumas Sun • July 27th, 2024

Gold Digger Days glitter in Greenville | The Plumas Sun

For 62 years, the third weekend in July has meant one thing to Greenville residents: Gold Digger Days. On Saturday, July 20, the Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce reports that the town came together once again to celebrate this cherished tradition, enjoying a day filled with festivities, entertainment and a celebration of Greenville’s rich history and community spirit. IVCC says this event highlights the strong bonds that make Greenville a special place to live and visit.


The day kicked off w...

The Plumas Sun • July 26th, 2024

Dixie Fire Resource Center closes | The Plumas Sun

Plumas Rural Services reports that the Dixie Fire Resource Center is closing its doors Friday, Aug. 23. Funding is no longer available to support the resource center. The DFRC has provided the greater Indian Valley community with services, support and resources in the wake of the Dixie Fire since late 2021.


The resource center has provided critical emergency support in the form of gas vouchers, clothing, food and household supplies, said PRS. In preparation for winter storms, the DFRC distrib...

The Plumas Sun • July 26th, 2024

PG&E offers utility scam prevention advice | The Plumas Sun

Utility scams have continued at an alarming rate during 2024, reports Pacific Gas and Electric Co., with PG&E customers reporting over $334,000 in losses to scammers. To stop this trend, PG&E is committed to helping customers recognize the signs of a scam and avoid falling victim.


A typical sign of a scam targeting a utility customer includes a caller claiming to be from PG&E and threatening disconnection if immediate payment is not made via a prepaid debit card, digital payment mobile applic...

The Plumas Sun • July 26th, 2024

Fire Safe Council honors Bill Davies | The Plumas Sun

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council reports it has presented Bill Davies with a certificate of recognition for his outstanding contribution to wildfire preparedness.


Davies has been a resident of the Seneca area for about 27 years and has ample knowledge of the land, having spent his whole life in the area with his family, said PCFSC. Seneca neighbor Joe Smailes said Davies is a remarkable neighbor who generously offers his time to help others without expecting anything in return.


Davies h...

The Plumas Sun • July 25th, 2024

Fund available to support wildfire relief | The Plumas Sun

On the anniversary month of the devastating Dixie Fire, Plumas County is faced with the potential of another deadly wildfire: the Gold Complex Fire burning in eastern Plumas County. The Almanor Foundation reports it is ready to step in as needed for the community.


TAF’s Wildfire Relief and Recovery Fund exists with the goal of accelerating recovery by working collaboratively with various sectors. The fund provides support to local projects and initiatives, particularly those serving vulnerabl...

The Plumas Sun • July 24th, 2024

Plumas County launches Dixie Fire grant program | The Plumas Sun

Plumas County has launched the 2021 Dixie Fire Recovery For-Profit Businesses Economic Development Grant Program in response to the devastation and destruction resulting from the 2021 Dixie Fire that burned approximately 1 million acres of land, including 768,130 acres as well as numerous structures within Plumas County.


The purpose of the program is to offset business costs, promote economic activity and provide relief by way of financial grant assistance to established businesses directly o...

The Plumas Sun • June 23rd, 2024

Crescent Mills solar array draws concerns at town hall meeting

A solar array proposed for Stampfli Lane near Crescent Mills drew questions at a June 11 town hall meeting hosted by Plumas County Supervisor Kevin Goss.

The crowd of around 60 mostly Indian Valley residents heard updates on a proposal to reopen operations at Engels Mine and legislation providing tax relief for Dixie Fire victims who have received settlement payments from Pacific Gas and Electric Co. But it was the potential for solar panels in the meadow off Stampfli Lane that drew the most in

The Plumas Sun • June 8th, 2024

Updated income limits shift ReCoverCA housing eligibility

Assemblywoman Megan Dahle reports that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development recently updated its income limits, impacting eligibility criteria for California Department of Housing and Community Development ReCoverCA housing programs. Key details include the following:
• Revised income limits: The ReCoverCA housing programs benefit low- to moderate-income households with an annual gross income not exceeding 80% of the area median income for the county. These income limits are base

The Plumas Sun • June 3rd, 2024

Dixie Fire Collaborative urges policy on spending PG&E settlement

Allocating Plumas County’s $7.8 million Dixie Fire settlement from Pacific Gas & Electric Co. has been in limbo for over a year. Numerous discussions have been scheduled for the Plumas County Board of Supervisors to approve guidelines on how to spend the fund. A decision, however, has been shuffled from one agenda to another.

The supervisors have proposed adopting a policy to guide spending the settlement fund in September, October and November, 2023, and March, 2024. At their March 12 meeting,

The Plumas Sun • June 2nd, 2024

Everyone invited to Town Hall Community Meeting

On Tuesday, June 11, from 5 to 8 p.m., the community is invited to attend a Town Hall Community Meeting at the Historic Taylorsville Hall. This meeting provides an opportunity for community members to engage directly with legislative advocates and experts to better understand ongoing recovery efforts and legislative processes affecting them. Topics include postfire tax relief, US Copper’s proposed mine and a proposed solar project. All are invited regardless of the location of their residence.

The Plumas Sun • May 26th, 2024

Tax relief for fire victims still uncertain

Victims of the Dixie Fire are in jeopardy of being victimized yet again.

State and federal taxes, imposed on settlement funds paid by Pacific Gas and Electric Co., threaten to slash compensation payments by over 50%, affecting how — and whether — many victims rebuild. Local, state and federal officials have joined a bipartisan effort to pass legislation that would exempt thousands of wildfire victims from having to pay income tax on their settlement money.

The federal campaign celebrated May 2

The Plumas Sun • May 21st, 2024

PG&E resumes undergrounding efforts

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. is resuming work to underground power lines in Plumas County along highways 89 and 70, as well as in Greenville. Contractors for PG&E are doing most of the work, which involves trenching in and alongside roadways.

Burying powerlines is the most effective solution to reducing the risk of wildfire from electrical equipment, said PG&E, reducing the risk of ignitions in areas at the highest risk of wildfire by nearly 98%. Undergrounding also makes power more reliable by

The Plumas Sun • May 17th, 2024

Fifth annual Plumas Cal-TREX teaches 60+

Over the course of a week, 68 individuals from over 27 different organizations were introduced to the world of the Plumas Cal-TREX. From April 28 to May 4, fire professionals, interested local residents, students and more attended the fifth annual Plumas Prescribed Fire Training Exchange, learning tools to further their careers in and knowledge of prescribed fire. The theme of the week was “Objectives,” and students were encouraged to ask questions constantly to ensure that all learning, fire an

The Plumas Sun • May 17th, 2024

Next generation participates in prescribed fire training

This year’s fifth installment of the Plumas Cal-TREX — Prescribed Fire Training Exchange — program included a unique twist: the active involvement of local students from Plumas Charter School.

In collaboration with the Plumas Fire Safe Council, students were given the opportunity to participate in the final day of the week-long Cal-TREX program, engaging in hands-on training sessions covering a variety of essential topics related to prescribed fire implementation. Students participated in the m