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Elephant Fire Grows to 12,303 Acres Near Loyalton
July 13, 2026
Evacuations remain active as crews battle fast-moving fire across three counties.
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Caltrans Announces 24/7 Traffic Controls on Highway 70 Through Cromberg
By Dana Loomis July 10, 2026
Summer-long road rehabilitation project may cause delays up to 25 minutes for motorists.
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Sierra County Considers Cutting Trees Near Historic Gallows
July 8, 2026
Supervisors reviewed safety concerns, bids, and Main Street trimming.
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2026 Fourth of July Street Race Results
Press Release July 8, 2026
All ages competed in foot races during Fourth of July celebrations.
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Sierra County Honors Lee Brown After Retirement
July 8, 2026
The longtime plant manager served the county for 25 years.
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Caltrans Starts Overnight Highway 70 Pavement Work
July 8, 2026
Night lane and ramp closures begin July 8 near Marysville.
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Sierra City Seeks Help Buying New Fire Engine
July 7, 2026
The new truck would be lighter and easier to deploy.
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Washington Ridge Walkaway Apprehended in Tijuana
Updated July 7, 2026
CDCR says Mexican authorities took Miguel Banuelos into custody without incident.
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Final Call for Plumas-Sierra Fair Parade Entries
Plumas-Sierra County Fair Press Release July 6, 2026
Community invited to celebrate the 79th annual Plumas-Sierra County Fair Parade.
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Downieville Marks Fourth With Fireless Fireworks and Music
July 6, 2026
Parade, races, barbecue, and street dance filled Main Street.
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Packer Lake Kids’ Fishing Day Returns July 18
July 3, 2026
Free annual event offers stocked fish, loaner poles, and activities.
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Fireless Fireworks Return for Fourth of July
Press Release July 1, 2026
Bubble-wrap parade finale offers a safe, noisy alternative to traditional fireworks in Downieville.
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Firefighters Respond to River Fire, Forest Service Urges Caution
By Dana Loomis July 1, 2026
Small blaze near Clio highlights early-season wildfire risk in Plumas National Forest.
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Major Paving Finished on Highway 70 CAPM Project
July 1, 2026
Remaining work near Portola is expected into early August.
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Sierra County Moves Toward Higher Solid Waste Fees
June 30, 2026
Residents can still protest before charges reach annual tax bills.
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