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Volume XVI Issue 154
Thursday, March 7th, 2024
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Biz Buzz: Local Business News for March 7th
By Marshel Couso
Welcome to our weekly feature dedicated to covering Susanville and Lassen County’s business scene!
Grand openings, new employees, renovations, new hours… each week we’ll keep you up to date with important information about the businesses you rely on.
Grappling Bear Family Jiu Jitsu
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Grappling Bear Family Jiu Jitsu started offering completely free, women’s-only Jiu Jitsu classes in November. At the time it was only offered twice a month, but there was such a huge amount of interest that they now offer the class every Monday.
“Coach George, the head instructor of the gym, asked if I would be interested in running it, and of course I was,” says Jiu Jitsu instructor Terra Avilla.
“When we decided we were going to offer it, we both agreed that the class should be offered at no charge – EVER.”
Avilla explains that Grappling Bear just want women, ages 12 and up, to come in and train.
“Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes, are not just about the physical strength or the techniques. Every time a woman steps onto the mat, she’s not just learning how to defend herself; she’s building confidence, resilience, and really a sense of community.”
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Avilla says that the women who come to classes have a wide range of physical capabilities but they all laugh, struggle, and grow together.
“It’s incredibly rewarding to see someone who walked in unsure of themselves leave that day with a completely different demeanor.”
Grappling Bear teaches that it’s not the size of the person in the fight, but the size of the fight in the person.
“Let me tell you, these women have an incredible spirit. They inspire me every day with their determination and support for one another. It’s more than just a martial art; it’s a way of life that empowers us to face any challenge with confidence and grace. Plus it’s a killer workout.”
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Every Bloomin’ Thing
It’s almost spring, time to start planning your flower and veggie gardens. Every Bloomin’ Thing has loads of inspiration and super fun spring classes to help you succeed. Check out some of their offerings below, which include some wonderfully talented guest speakers bringing you their expertise.
Owner, Melissa McCoy, says, “Our Spring classes are loaded with Spring fever! We have guest speakers as well as myself teaching these classes. This year we are offering some new classes like Dahlia Dividing with Rorie Chittock, and Kristie Wakley, owner of the Homefront Herbalist who will teach you to make your own Kombucha. It’s sure to be a good time for everyone.”
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Plant Your Plate
Vegetable Gardening 101 Part 2
Mar 09, 2024 10:00 am
Cost: $ FREE
Spring Floral Wreath Class & Bow Making
Mar 15, 2024 05:00 pm
Cost: $ 55.00
Dahlia Dividing Seminar
Mar 16, 2024 10:00 am
Cost: $ 20.00
The Homefront Herbalist
Make your own Kombucha
Mar 16, 2024 01:00 pm
Cost: $ 40.00
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Hedgehog & Mini Mushroom Terrarium Class
Mar 22, 2024 05:15 pm
Cost: $ 52.00
Backyard Orchards – Start to finish!
Mar 23, 2024 10:00 am
Cost: $ FREE
Fermenting Fun with Kristie-Veggie Style!
Apr 12, 2024 05:30 pm
Cost: $ 40.00
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The Gun Works
The Gun Works is officially open at their new location! They are inviting everyone to come join them for their grand opening event on March 22nd, from 2:00 to 10:30p.m., at 702-100 Johnstonville Rd, Susanville.
This is a free outdoor event with local vendors, Cha Cha’s Tacos, entertainment for the whole family, live music, free raffle and much more.
For more information call the Gun Works at 1.530.249.5426.
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Anytime Fitness Susanville
Calling all Anytime Fitness Susanville members. On Friday, March 29th they are rolling out the red carpet to celebrate you at their Member Appreciation Event.
Anytime Fitness Susanville is saying a big thank you to their amazing fitness family with healthy treats and refreshments.
And the best part is you can bring a friend to share in the fun and get a taste of the vibrant Anytime Fitness Susanville community!
They can’t wait to see you there and celebrate together from 9:00a.m. until 5:00p.m.
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Joe’s Coffee
Have you ever thought of being a Barista? Well, here’s your chance. Joe’s is looking for some new additions to their crew.
Please stop by Joe’s at 2300 Main Street, bring your resume or check in on current resumes.
They are looking for high school graduates and people who are willing to work a flexible schedule.
The position open is for part time, however extra hours are available often. They hope to see you soon.
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Is something noteworthy happening with your business? Let us know about it! Each Thursday morning, we present a round-up of interesting news from the Lassen County business scene and we want to hear from you. E-mail your business news to Marshel at mcouso@susanvillestuff.com. | |
Office of Education Holding
Historical Essay Contest
Lassen County students, from 3rd to 12th grade, are invited to enter the Lassen County Office of Education’s “Turning Points in History” essay contest.
There are cash prizes at stake in two different age groups, 5 through 8 and 9 to 12. First place winners in each age group take home a $50 gift card, 2nd place gets a $25 card and third gets $15.
Essays must be 500 words or less and topic ideas include, but aren’t limited to, sports, technology, science, medicine, education, food, business, fashion, music, art industry, and current events.
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All entries must be essays, typed in black ink, Arial or Times New Roman, 12-point font (no colors) with no italics or fancy script.
Essays should be double-spaced on one side of the paper with no pictures, illustrations, cover or binder.
The deadline to enter is March 22nd, by 4:30p.m., and essays must be handed into the Office of Education at 472-013 Johnstonville Rd.
The essay contest is sponsored by the Lassen County Board of Education, the Lassen County Office of Education and Patricia Gunderson, Lassen County Superintendent of Schools.
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BLM Sets June 10th Through 14th
for Annual Volunteer Week Activities
The Bureau of Land Management’s Eagle Lake Field Office’s Archaeology program will be welcoming enthusiastic individuals to sign up for their annual Volunteer Week activities, June 10th through 14th, to help conduct pedestrian surveys in the beautiful Willow Creek Valley.
Volunteers will get experience in conducting pedestrian surveys, artifact identification, documenting rock art, plant identification and more.
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Free camping accommodation will be available close to the project area.
To sign up for the weeklong experience please email mbobbitt@blm.gov. Include your name, contact information, any archaeology you have and why you would like to volunteer.
You can email questions about Volunteer Week to the same email address.
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Forest Service Submitting OHV Grant Proposal for Ground Operations
Each year, the Lassen National Forest has an opportunity to submit grant applications to the California State Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division for consideration for funding in support of the Forest’s ongoing Off-Highway Vehicle program.
As part of the state’s 2024 grant cycle, the forest is submitting a forest-wide proposal for a ground operations project that includes Off-Highway Vehicle area maintenance, cleanup, volunteer support, and monitoring.
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As part of the application process, stakeholders are encouraged to make comments on submitted applications. The comments will be used to shape the final grant application package which is due to the California State Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division by June 3rd.
Preliminary applications for the 2024 projects will be made available for review and comment on the California State Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division’s website beginning March 5, 2024. Interested parties can find more information about Lassen’s Off-Highway Vehicle program on Lassen National Forest’s website.
In addition to the California State Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division’s website, public comments regarding the proposed project may be submitted in writing to Janie Ackley, Lassen National Forest Recreation Program Manager, at 2550 Riverside Drive, Susanville, CA 96130, or electronically to mary.ackley@usda.gov by May 6th, 2024.
For more information contact Janie Ackley at 530-250-7283.
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Construction at the Lassen Junior College campus in 1947 – Eastman Studio photo | |
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College Housing Plans Announced
March 7, 1946
Work on the new junior college housing project may be started sometime in April, Supt. G. A. Collyer states. He has received word that the surplus housing units allotted to Susanville have been assigned, although he is not sure from which army base or project they will come.
A federal engineer is expected here soon to inspect the available sites and okay those meeting government requirements. The county has indicted the school district can use its equipment for preparing the site.
Foundation work can then start, and when that is done the 20 new units will be brought here.
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