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“Cows and Horses Don’t Eat Trees” – An Open Letter
TO: Ray Haupt – Siskiyou County CA Dist-5 SupervisorCC: Concerned Citizens, Et. Al. RE: Bias Impacting Public Perspectives and Wildfire Policy DecisionsVia Email ONLY – OPEN LETTER (may be published) Dear Ray: As you know, I have reached-out to you via phone messages, texts and emails in an attempt […]
Fairchild Medical Center Conducts Large-Scale Active Shooter Drill
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 1864 Klamath Treaty and its Aftermath: A Legacy of Promises, Conflict, and Endurance
Special Commentary Today I drew Counting Coup – victory card… To know that I have honoredMy words with my deeds.Sweet Victory is shared by all,In filling other’s needs.Humankind rejoice!The prize of Counting Coup,Harmony and balance,A peaceful world anew. Scalps were not honorable prizes of Counting Coup before the Boat People […]
New study shows California’s educators are “stretched thin” due to financial pressures, with four in 10 thinking of leaving the profession
State of California’s Public Schools report provides new insights on challenges to recruiting and retaining teachers CALIFORNIA – While 77 percent of California teachers find their jobs rewarding, four in 10 are thinking about leaving the profession due to a lack of resources at school and financial pressures at home, according to […]
New Exhibit at OPEN SKY ART GALLERY
“Struggle for Peace: Finding Peace Within” Art Exhibition Opening Reception Opening Sunday January 12th, 2:00 pm Exhibition Opening Reception Join us for a profound artistic exploration of peace through the works of justice-impacted artists and their families. The Opening Reception will be held on Sunday, January 12th, with doors opening […]
California’s Perfect Storm: Historical Devastating Fires and the State’s Insurance Crisis – California Globe
Gov. Gavin Newsom misled the public in 2021 about his wildfire prevention efforts by 690% SUMMARY: California’s wildfire crisis, exacerbated by mismanagement of forests and water resources, has led to a catastrophic insurance crisis. Governor Newsom’s overstated wildfire prevention efforts and inadequate funding for the California FAIR Plan have left […]
Egg Producer Workshop – A BIO SECURITY PRESENTATION
The Egg Safety & Quality management program under CDFA will be having its first 2025 online Small Producers Workshop on biosecurity. The presentation will provide insight on how small producers can protect their flock against diseases and implement biosecurity measures at home. ESQM would appreciate county level support by posting […]
Oregon State Fire Marshal sending three additional strike teams to California
The Oregon State Fire Marshal is mobilizing three more structural strike teams to southern California from the Oregon fire service. The teams will join 12 strike teams that were sent Wednesday morning. The strike teams are from Benton/Columbia, Douglas, and Polk counties. In total, the Oregon State Fire Marshal has […]
HIRING: Siskiyou County Air Pollution Control District
It is the mission of the Siskiyou County Air Pollution Control District to protect the health, welfare, and quality of life of County residents and visitors by maintenance of good air quality through control of air pollutant emissions with fair and effective implementation of air quality regulations. The Siskiyou County […]