In the quiet town of Yreka, California, resides a living testament to a century of American history. Patricia Griswold, at the remarkable age of 104, continues to embrace life with a vigor that belies her years. Her journey, spanning over ten decades, is a tapestry woven with rich experiences, historical […]
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the Obituary of Elizabeth A. Taylor
Elizabeth A. Taylor Obituary Elizabeth A. “Betty” Taylor passed away on July 18, 2024 in Yreka. She was 98 years old. Betty was born on August 29, 1925 in Pasadena to Mayhew and Betty Davis. She spent most of her life in Siskiyou County, graduating from Mount Shasta High School. […]
JOBS: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Madrone Hospice Inc. is actively looking for the right person to fill our Executive Director Position. This position will require the ability to lead and support a very successful staff. You must be a good communicator and be prepared to report to and work with the Board of Directors. The […]
the Obituary of Donald Lee Janssen
Donald Lee Janssen passed away Friday, July 12, 2024, at Fairchild Medical Center in Yreka, Calif. He had recently celebrated his 85th birthday. Don’s family thanks the staff at Fairchild for their thoughtful care in his last days. His family was able to say their goodbyes and he left this […]
Siskiyou County to Vote on Extending Monthly Homeless Shower Program
The Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors is set to vote on a contract extension that would continue providing monthly shower services for the local homeless population. The addendum to the existing contract with Emergency Command Support, Inc. is on the upcoming meeting agenda. Key points of the proposed extension include: […]
Faulty Catalytic Converter Responsible for 13 Grass Fires
Early in the morning, 13 small roadside fires were reported from Montague to Grenada to CAL FIRE’s Yreka Inter-Agency Command Center. Fire resources from CAL FIRE, Montague Fire Department, South Yreka Fire Protection District, and City of Yreka Fire Department collaborated effectively to contain the fires. A recent investigation by […]
Letter to Editor: Yreka Fire Department, SMOKE & MIRRORS – Not Safety
** Response from Yreka City Manager, Jason Ledbetter at bottom of letter. ** To the Editor,The Yreka Fire Department is a tinderbox, and the City Council is waving a lighter. Don’t get me wrong, I support a tax increase to bolster fire services – if we knew where the money […]
Yreka High School Trap Team Shines in Conference and State Competitions
Yreka High School’s Trap Team has achieved remarkable success this season, securing a #1 placing in their Conference and an impressive 2nd Place finish at the State level. The team demonstrated exceptional skill and determination, missing the top spot by a mere five clays. Individually, several team members stood out […]
the Obituary of Tyrail Mitchell Huey
Lifelong Shasta County resident, Tyrail Mitchell Huey, passed away unexpectedly on May 27, 2024 in Yreka. He was 26 years old. Tyrail was born in Redding on December 11, 1997 to Andre Huey and Jennifer Fisher. Tyrail was a graduate of Anderson Continuation School, class of 2015. He had a […]
the Obituary of Gary William Turner
Gary William Turner Obituary Lifelong Siskiyou County resident, Gary William Turner, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at his home in Grenada. Gary was 78 years old. Gary was born on January 8, 1946 in Weed to Ed and Helen (Church) Turner. Gary was raised in Siskiyou County. He […]
