Shannon Renee Skaggs, 52, of Montague, passed away on January 3, 2025 at her home. Born to Kenna and Iona (Wilson) Skaggs, Shannon grew up with her siblings, Melanie and Justin, who cherished her vibrant spirit and loving heart. Shannon had a gift for bringing people together and making them […]
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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 […]
Crisis Deepens at Montague Fire Department as Personnel Actions Violate Bylaws
A public safety crisis continues to unfold in Montague, California, as recent personnel actions at the Montague Fire Department have sparked concerns about emergency response capabilities and adherence to departmental procedures. According to department bylaws revised in April 2021, which directs the fire department’s right to self-govern according to the […]
Montague Balloon Fair Takes Over Siskiyou’s Sky This Weekend
The much beloved Montague Balloon Fair soars this weekend in Shasta Valley. It is a “don’t miss” Siskiyou County event
TODAYS TRAVELS
Today after our first Siskiyou Shutter Bugs/Siskiyou Photographers meeting in almost three years because of covid I went out to photograph east of Montague, CA., then down into the Shasta Valley. The meeting, held at the Black Bear Diner in Yreka, CA., was well attended by local photographers and others […]
Dale Blackston
March 18, 1936 – February 5, 2023 Reprint Girdner Funeral Chapel Harvey “Dale” Blackston passed away peacefully at his home in Montague on February 5th, 2023. Dale was born to Elmer & Virginia Blackston on March 18th, 1936 in Merced, California. Dale is survived by his two sons: Michael Blackston, […]