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Volume XV Issue 192 | Tuesday, April 25th, 2023

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The Good Stuff by Shelley Bennett


You know what’s cool? It’s estimated that around 100 townspeople gathered at the public library last week to present their views. That’s probably more audience members than the library board has seen in all of the years it’s been in existence!


It was cool that because of our freedoms in the country we call home, we were all able to voice our opinions, feel seen and heard, and become educated on the American Library Association and their stance toward censorship. Democracy in action! Lifelong learning!

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It was also cool to hear how impassioned the speakers were. Whether they had facts or statistics to provide evidence for their claims or their emotions could be seen and heard as they spoke, these people presented a variety of perspectives to represent their differences and similarities.


Which is also cool that we can all share our differences and STILL act civil and be accepting of others.


You know what’s not cool? Censorship.


Plain and simple. When you start censoring books and other materials, it is a slippery slope. Where do you stop? How do you decide? If you don’t know the answer to that, it’s time for a trip to the library. Start with Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451. Then move on to 1984 by George Orwell. Maybe throw in Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale.


And while you’re at it, start attending other meetings, like the Susanville City Council, Board of Supervisors, Lassen County Fair Board, LCC Board, LCOE board, your local school board, and more. You should be able to view their agendas in advance to see if something of interest will be discussed or decided. Most are available online.


Why? We don’t have a local newspaper and we all need to be educated on matters involving us locally. One more thing: stop getting your news on Facebook! Susanville Needs is not a reliable, credible, and unbiased source. Trust me.


Before I get off my soapbox, I would like to remind you that this week is National Library Week. It’s a great time to support your library by donating funds to buy new books, be kind to the librarians, and even join the Friends of the Library organization. All three are on my list of things to do this week.


Be informed. Be kind. Be cool.


As I’ve said before, I am a reader. It’s been my hobby, passion, and number one interest since my mom read us The Little House on the Prairie when I was a little girl. My mom never censored what we read. When I could read and comprehend chapter books, I moved on to new worlds.


These books were where I found myself. When I read, I didn’t feel awkward or out of place. I saw characters who also felt awkward or out of place and in the end, they were ok.


Books were also where I broadened my mind. Some of the characters didn’t look like me or my friends, so I learned what it meant to be Jewish, to live in New York, that there was a scary thing called the Holocaust.


I was in third, maybe fourth grade when I read Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself by Judy Blume and I had no idea what she was talking about.


I had to read more. Blubber, Deenie, Then Again Maybe I Won’t, Are you There God, It’s me Margaret. Judy Blume tackled the issues of every middle schooler, from bullying to menstruating. Looking back, there were times I didn’t understand what I was reading and it was ok. It might have gone over my head then, but I would remember it later and think, “Oh! That’s what she was talking about!”


I’ll always remember passing around a tattered, dog-eared copy of Forever on the 7th grade end of the year party. The rest of my class was swimming in Roosevelt Pool, but I was getting an education reading the highlighted parts a previous reader had thoughtfully left. If you know, you know.


Every kid in Lassen County should be able to find themselves in a book and they should also be able to learn, imagine, and dream of worlds and people and possibilities they didn’t even know existed.

Terry Jackson Announced as Lassen

Fair’s 2023 Old Timer of the Year


The Lassen County Fair has announced that long-time Susanville resident Terry Jackson will be honored in July as the fair’s 2023 Old Timer of the Year.


Fair Director Kaitlyn Midgely gave a little bit of background on Jackson and his history.


“Jackson was the owner and operator of Jackson’s Service Center for over fifty years and in that time donated countless hours and dollars to give back to the community he calls home.”

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Jackson is a decorated Vietnam veteran and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He has been married to Diane for over 50 years and is dedicated to the community, especially the youth, supporting local sports teams, the fishing derby, and supporting the Junior Livestock Auction.


“He has been a lifelong resident of Lassen County and as many know a friendly face that is happy to help anyone when they need it.”


Midgley explained that the Old Timer of the Year award is judged for kindness and service to our community. The nominee must be at least 60 years old and have lived in Lassen County for at least 10 years.


The award honors a senior who has demonstrated outstanding volunteerism, leadership, helping, teaching, mentoring, or advocating for others in Lassen County. It is based on dedication, overarching commitment, and demonstrated impact on those served.

Arlan and Wanda Mallery to be

Honored as Fair Parade Grand Marshals


Long-time Honey Lake Valley residents Arlan and Wanda Mallery will be honored as the Lassen County Fair Parade Grand Marshals this July, leading the annual parade from the top of Main Street to the fairgrounds.


“Arlan was born and raised in Lassen County and Wanda moved to Lassen County when she was just four years old,” explains Lassen Fair Director Kaitlyn Midgely. “Both Arlan and Wanda Mallery graduated from Lassen High School. Arlan showed both beef and sheep at the Lassen County Fair while growing up and continues to be an official weigh master for the County Fair livestock animals and has done this for over twenty years.”

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“Wanda was a local 4-H leader for over a decade helping local youth to grow and raise their own livestock.”


Over the last fifty years, according to Midgely, the Mallerys have supported the youth in this county in many ways, including purchasing livestock animals at the Junior Livestock Auction.


Their business, Lassen Transfer and Storage, has been a continual supporter of entertainment at the Lassen County Fairgrounds supporting the Lassen Transfer stage for more than thirty years.


The Grand Marshal award is a century old tradition based on accomplishments and contributions to the community. The winners are selected based on their contributions to the quality of life in Lassen County through civic/and or social services; humanitarianism; personal achievements in the areas of arts, sports, etc.; or based on the distinction that he/she has brought to Lassen County resulting from achievements elsewhere.


“Congratulations to our winners and look for them during the Lassen County Fair parade!”

June 3rd Set as Date for Community

Wildfire Preparedness Day Event


The Lassen Fire Safe Council and the Honey Lake Valley Resource Conservation District will be presenting a free event June 3rd, to give valley residents an opportunity to come meet representatives from agencies and learn about wildfire preparedness.


The Community Wildfire Preparedness Day event will be held from 11:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. in the Janesville Park.


Everyone is invited to learn about the Prescribed Burn Association, meet with California wildfire mitigation program representatives, get tips on protecting and defending your space and learn how to locate fire safe building material vendors.

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Tips on large animal evacuation and post-fire restoration programs will also be discussed.


All-beef hotdog and a soda will be served for $1.

Lassen High News and Information

for Parents and Students


Who will be crowned Miss Lassen County 2023? Junior and Senior girls if you are interested in being a title holder, winning scholarship money, and representing your community, then don’t forget to turn in your Miss Lassen County applications by June 2nd to Mrs. Bennett in room 115.


Important Scholarship News for Seniors – There are a lot of scholarships due in the coming days. Please make sure you are watching the due dates and where to turn the scholarships in. If you have questions, please come by the Counseling Office.

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Senior Prom Tux Rentals – Jim’s Formal Wear from Chester will be in the Library on Monday, May 1st from 2:00 to 4:00p.m., to measure and take deposits for Senior Prom Tux rentals. Be sure to mark your calendars.


Senior Prom – Prom is May 13th, 7:00 to 10:00p.m., at Far Far Away Ranch. Bids are available for purchase at the ASB counter. Cost is $30 single, $50 couple.


Seniors – Sober Grad 2023 will be held in the Student Center, June 9th from 9:30-2:00am. Register to attend @ bit.ly/SoberGrad23.


Juniors and Seniors – If you are a Junior or Senior who is interested in trade school, Universal Technical Institute will be on our campus May 1st. Please sign up for a period in the counseling office as soon as possible. Spots are limited. Career options include; Automotive, Motorcycle, NASCAR, Marine, Collision Repair, Diesel, CNC Machining, Welding, Wind Turbine, Airframe & Powerplant, Industrial Maintenance, Robotics & Automation and HVACR.


Seniors – If you plan on taking a guest from another school to your Prom, you will need to pick up the guest request form from Carol in the ASB office. The completed form will then need to be turned in by the end of lunch on the Wednesday before the prom.


All Students – Rotary Interact Meeting at lunch today in the Career Lab. Lunch will be provided. Rotary Interact Bingo Night, May 1st at 6:00 pm in the Student Center, $10 for 5 cards with a second chance win on each. Please come support our service projects by supporting our fundraiser.


All Students – Yearbooks are $100.00 there is a limited supply if you have not pre-ordered you can still purchase one with Carol in the ASB office. If you have signed up for yearbook or are interested in yearbook for the 2023-2024 school year, please see Mrs. Schall in room 113 anytime this week.


All Students – It’s time for the Lassen County Arts Council High School Art Show. Artwork created by Lassen County high school students are now on display at their gallery located at 807 Cottage Street. The opening reception for the show will be Friday April 28th from 3:00 to 8:00p.m. Light refreshments will be provided. We invite you to join us in viewing the best artworks of the year in a gallery setting with a party atmosphere.


All Students – Congratulations to Susanville FFA students who competed in the state leadership development speaking finals last week in Fresno. Lily Ammon placed 2nd in the state in the impromptu public speaking finals and the advanced Parliamentary Procedure team (Ethan German, Claire Robinson, Abby Vincent, Hailey Barton, Alex Shaw, Maddi Johnson and Tucker Bailey) placed 6th in the state.


Arwen Adams also competed in the top 24 for Creed speaking, Ethan German placed in the top 24 for extemporaneous public speaking and Novice Parli Pro (Lily Ammon, Aurea Webb, Madi Granfield, Peighton Butterbach, Carter Huber, Tyler Swayze and Abbie Hemphill) placed in the top 8 of the state.


In the field day, Isabell Morre placed 1st high for Veterinary science and the team placed 2nd. Rory Vandeventer placed 3rd high individual for Veg crop and the team placed 4th.


Counseling News – Lassen College Scholarships are now open. Information and applications are available in the LCC Financial Aid Department. If you have questions stop by the LHS counseling office. If you are a Senior and are planning to attend LCC in the fall, please come to the counseling office and sign up to meet with an LCC representative.

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Susanville Cedar Mill in 1941 from an Eastman Studio photograph

New Lassen Mill Starts Operations With Two Shifts

April 25, 1937


The new mill known as the Cedar Mill of Millwood, opened full blast this morning starting this year's cutting.


John Hinton, the new manager of this mill is from New Mexico Lumber and Timber Company of Bernalillo, New Mexico.


With the pond full of cedar and pine logs this mill plans to cut an average of 80,000 feet daily and at the present has employed two shifts and in the near future, a third will be added. The Red River Lumber Company received the contract to supply this mill with logs.


At present the Red River Lumber Company is logging near Eagle Lake Road on Worley Mountain.


A new name for this mill has been decided upon but has not been revealed. When certain legal matters have been straightened out this new California-incorporated mill will have its name announced.


Harry Hodgman, representative of this new concern, arrived this month from a New Mexico company to take care of certain business matters.

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