Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Nicole Addicot Wagner

By Terra Avilla It took me a while to write and rewrite this article. I was mad. I was heartbroken, I was mad again. I was worried. I was sad. Mostly, I miss my friend. Last week our community suffered what I can only what I...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Looking Ahead at 2025

By Terra Avilla As we step into 2025, our beloved Lassen County continues to shine with that small-town charm we've always cherished, while now embracing new developments that promise to make our community even more vibrant. There's something magical about the way the morning...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Ten Years of ‘Holiday with a Hero’

By Terra Avilla Ten years - I cried as I watched the children arriving this past Saturday at the event - a whole decade of Holiday with a Hero. Can you believe it? We've come so far from those early days when we started with...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Denise Hunrath

By Terra Avilla You know those people who just make your day better by simply existing? That's Denise Hunrath for us here in Lassen County. If you've ever shopped at our local Walmart, you've probably been touched by her warmth without even realizing it. Just...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Dan Williams

By Terra Avilla This week's spotlight shines on a local legend who's been roping in success and corralling hearts at Lassen College - none other than Dan Williams, the rodeo coach extraordinaire! Dan, along with his wife Suzanne, forms the dynamic duo at the helm...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Lassen County’s Holiday Season

By Terra Avilla As the crisp winter air settles over our beloved Lassen County, it's impossible for me not to feel a surge of warmth in my hearts. Our little community may be small, but when it comes to holiday spirit, we're as big...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Randy Robbins

By Terra Avilla We're not just lucky to have Randy Robbins in our community - we're blessed. If you've ever stepped foot in Community Church on a Sunday morning, you've likely been greeted by Randy Robbins' warm smile. Randy isn't just another face in the crowd....

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Women’s Jiu-Jitsu

By Terra Avilla I know I'm doing a shameless plug this week, but I just can't help myself - I'm bursting with pride over our women's jiu-jitsu class here in Lassen County! What started as a tiny group of two brave ladies rolling around...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Amy Foster

By Terra Avilla I first met Amy back when I was a fresh-faced patrol officer, in the sally port as I would take the occasional transport to Lassen County jail. Little did I know that those routine drop-offs would lead to a decade old...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Jeremy Couso

By Terra Avilla I've had the pleasure of writing about Jeremy and Marshel together, highlighting their incredible contributions to our community, but Jeremy is such a remarkable individual that he truly deserves his own dedicated column to showcase his unique talents and commitment to...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: Domestic Violence Awareness

By Terra Avilla Hey there, my friends! It’s your favorite small-town columnist back with another "Why We Love This Place Wednesday" article. This week, though, we’re taking a slightly more serious turn to discuss something that impacts our community - domestic violence awareness. I recently...
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Job Announcement: Anytime Fitness Susanville: Assistant Manager

Anytime Fitness Susanville: Assistant Manager Anytime Fitness Susanville is looking for a motivated, friendly Assistant Manager to join their team! If you’re passionate about fitness,...

Why We Love This Place Wednesday: John Deal

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California Highway Patrol Announces Northern Division Recruitment Testing in April

Considering a job with the California Highway Patrol? The CHP's Northern Division has announced an upcoming testing date in Redding, offering dedicated individuals the...

Lassen College Foundation Accepting Applications for Elliot Dow Scholarships

The Lassen College Foundation has announced that April 17th, 2026 will be the application deadline for the Elliot Dow Memorial Scholarship fund. The scholarship...