By Marshel Couso
Welcome to our weekly feature dedicated to covering Susanville and Lassen County’s business scene! Grand openings, new employees, renovations, new hours… each week we’ll keep you up to date with important information about the businesses you rely on.
Horizon Realty
Meet Makaela Shively, the owner and licensed broker of Horizon Realty, proudly serving Northern California. “At Horizon,” says Shively, “our motto is Your Property, Our Priority, and we offer a full range of real estate services designed to support both property owners and buyers.”
Some of the services Horizon offers include:
Commercial Property Management and Sales, including experience with CAM reconciliations, NNN leases, lease negotiations, and tenant relations.
Residential Sales and Purchases, with personalized support for buyers and sellers across Northern California.
Residential Property Management – full-service management for long-term rental homes.
Vacation Rental Management – from listing setup to guest coordination and local compliance.
Broker-Led Advisory Services – real estate consulting backed by local market expertise and a Certified Commercial Investment Member background.
Horizon operates in compliance with all California Department of Real Estate regulations, and all services are offered under Shively’s active Broker license. (#02095259)
Shivley holds a master’s degree in Property and Business Management, and several certificates such as Certified Property Manager, Certified Commercial Investment Member, Certified Manager of Commercial Properties and California Certified Property Manager.
“With almost a decade of hands-on real estate experience, I bring a strategic, detail-oriented, and community-driven approach to every client relationship.”
“Also,” she adds, “stay tuned and follow my socials! We’ll soon be sharing exciting and positive news about a revitalization project that will bring new energy to one of Susanville’s most iconic properties. It’s a community-focused development we can’t wait to unveil.”
You can visit Horizon online at www.horizonrealty.pro or call Shively 1.530.310.6399.
Creative Connections by Kaitlyn
Creative Connections by Kaitlyn is a new full-service social media content management and creative support business, focused on helping small businesses, nonprofits, and community programs grow their presence online and beyond.
“I offer customized content strategies that include branded graphics, caption writing, social scheduling, audience engagement, and more,” explains owner Kaitlyn Midgely.
“For business owners who are overwhelmed or unsure where to begin, I provide a hands-on, done-for-you experience that’s designed to make showing up online easier, more consistent, and more impactful.”
In addition to social media management, Midgely also helps clients elevate their brand through website support, event space coordination, and overall creative direction.
“If you’re not sure how to bring your event to life or need help making your website reflect your vision, I’m here to guide and support that process every step of the way.”
With a background in branding and communications, she has worked across both public and private sectors, helping shape the voice and visual identity of many organizations.
“I also continue to expand my skill set with ongoing trainings in AI tools, digital marketing, and content strategy, ensuring that my clients are supported with fresh, effective approaches that align with today’s trends and technology.”
Whether you need help planning a consistent content calendar, refreshing your website, or getting your upcoming event organized and noticed Midgley can help you build strong, creative solutions that connect people to your brand and your story.
You can connect with Kaitlyn on Facebook by clicking here, call her at 1.530.588.8627 or email her at [email protected].
“At the end of the day, my goal is to make content and communication feel less overwhelming and more aligned with your mission, your audience, and your goals.”
Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel Present: Erik Estrada
This Saturday, June 28th, at the Diamond Mountain Casino and Hotel, don’t miss your opportunity to meet legendary TV personality Erik Estrada, from the 1970’s television hit “ChiPS”.
The casino event will include an unforgettable night of live giveaways, free play prizes and the Cash Payouts Game hosted by Estrada himself.
He will be giving out Free Plays starting at 2:00p.m. and at 6:00p.m., the Cash Payouts Game begins.
Is something noteworthy happening with your business? Let us know about it! Each Thursday morning, we present a round-up of interesting news from the Lassen County business scene and we want to hear from you. E-mail your business news to Marshel at [email protected].
