Whiskeytown Water Safety Emphasized after Recent Drownings; Near Drownings

In the last week, Whiskeytown Lake experienced two drowning incidents and some near drownings at various locations within the park. Lifeguards at Brandy Creek Beach perform about 25-40 swimmer assists or near drowning rescues each summer season.  That accounts for… Continue Reading

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Lassen Volcanic National Park Partners with Pacific Crest Trail Association to Clear Trees from Pacific Crest Trail

MINERAL, CA – Due to a major wind event this past February, Lassen Volcanic National Park experienced an unprecedented number of downed trees along the park’s 150 miles of hiking trails. Especially hard hit was an eight- mile stretch of… Continue Reading

North State Live Music and Open Mics: July 15–July 21

Wednesday, July 15 Lisha and Friends at the Round Up Saloon in Red Bluff at 8 p.m. 21 and over. (530) 527-9901. The Old Kennett String Band performs at the California Brewing Company in Palo Cedro at 6:30 p.m. All ages. (530) 222-2739. Mumblefinger at the Post Office Saloon in… Continue Reading

Lassen Volcanic National Park Summer Programs Highlight the Night Sky

Lassen Volcanic National Park’s summer programs explore the rich volcanic landscape and celebrate an explosive history and wondrous night sky.  Summertime visitors have the opportunity to join in on nature walks, talks, living history and junior ranger programs by day… Continue Reading

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How To Clean Up A Methamphetamine Lab

Pity the poor tweaker! I know I do. It’s hard not to feel at least some sympathy for your average methamphetamine addict, what with the missing teeth and all. There but for the grace of God go I, and according… Continue Reading

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A Youthful Cast Lends Some Pizazz to Shasta College’s ‘Guys and Dolls’

On-stage chemistry can be an elusive element in musicals, and especially in student productions. Happily, both the guys and the dolls have it in abundance in the Shasta College production of “Guys and Dolls.” There is a lot to enjoy… Continue Reading

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Friday Food Day: Summer Pasta Stacks Stacked up to the Competition

Food rarely photographs as well as I’d like, which certainly is the case with this dish that I invented, Summer Pasta Stacks. I prepared it last month for a fundraiser to benefit Kids Turn Shasta Cascade, where about 140 guests… Continue Reading