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Saturday, March 22, 2025
BY, Michael MaddenAssistant AdministratorFairchild Medical Center Fairchild Medical Center attended a neonatal resuscitation training in January and was instructed on Fairchild’s new laryngoscope equipped with a screen. The team above, led by Maria Foster, Assistant Manager of OB, are all working towards the goal of delivering excellent maternal and neonatal […]
Leonard Murphy of Yreka, California left us peacefully on January 22, 2025 at Madrone Hospice, with his children by his side. He was 92 years old. A beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle, Leonard will always be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and strong work ethic. Leonard was […]
In a heated City Council meeting Tuesday night that laid bare growing tensions within Yreka’s city government, council members engaged in a contentious debate over mayoral selection procedures while questioning the effectiveness and accountability of City Attorney Andrew Jared. The conflict emerged when differing interpretations of succession rules collided. City […]
Fairchild Medical Healthcare Safety Exercise: In a proactive step to enhance emergency preparedness, Fairchild Medical Center Clinic in Yreka, California executed a comprehensive active shooter drill today at 11:00 AM, bringing together more than 40 staff members and multiple emergency response agencies from across Siskiyou County. The carefully planned exercise, […]
The Yreka City Council’s December 17 meeting, which began with ceremonial recognition of outgoing Councilman Duane Kegg and the swearing-in of Councilmen James Clair and Corey Middleton, ended in an unexpected impasse over mayoral selection. Following Rosenberg’s Rules of Order, the council attempted multiple rounds of nominations for the mayoral […]
As temperatures drop to freezing again in Yreka, California, the lack of warming shelters has sparked intense community debate. The crisis has exposed deep divisions in public opinion about how to address the city’s homeless population during dangerous winter conditions. At a Continuum of Care meeting in October 2023, BaseCamp’s […]
William Henry Munson, of Scott Valley, passed away on December 17, 2024, Willie died unexpectedly doing what he loved, golfing. Willie was born on August 31, 1944 in Yreka to Janet Brandsma and Charles Gordon (Bud) Munson. He grew up near Callahan on the Munson Mill property. He, his siblings […]
The Alzheimer’s Association is working with Siskiyou County Health & Human Services Agency Public Health Division to bring free training to Siskiyou County. As an emergency responder, it’s critical to understand how to approach situations involving someone living with dementia. This training will help prepare you to respond to common situations […]
The 70th Annual Miners Basketball Tournament will take place December 5-7, 2024, at Miner Gym (400 Preece Way, Yreka). Eight varsity boys and eight varsity girls teams will compete across two courts. Tournament Schedule: Participating Teams: Tournament organizers include Coordinator Sheri Young and Athletic Director Jason Freitas. Volunteer staff will […]
Jess “Bo” Fidler 62, Dunsmuir CA and recently of Yreka CA passed away unexpectedly on October 18 th 2024. He was born April 11 th 1962 to Joan and Jess Fidler the youngest of two. He was the little brother to Jennifer (Fidler) Devine. He grew up in Dunsmuir CA […]
