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Volume XVI Issue 82 | Tuesday, November 28th, 2023

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The Good Stuff by Shelley Bennett


by Shelley Bennett


This week is the transition from all things Autumn to full on Christmas mode on Friday. I would like to start with a few words about fall sports at Lassen High. First off, our Cross Country had a strong season this year with three of our runners, senior Brady Johnson, freshmen Kimmie McKernan, and Rocklin Albonico, running in the state meet last weekend.


It’s great to see coach Kris Runyan make improvements to the program every year. She has big goals for our Lassen High runners!

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The Lassen High School Football also had great post season success with wins against Pierce and UPrep in the playoffs before falling to Orland in the section championship. I loved listening to the games on the radio and watching in person this season. So many of my students were out their pushing their physical limits while showing great heart and perseverance.


I am SO proud of them!


As we get into the holiday season, watching my favorite Christmas movies is a must. Here is a list of my top 5:


Emmet Otter’s Jug-band Christmas – If you were a lucky kid who had cable in the 70s, chances are you had an opportunity to watch this classic from Jim Henson. Loosely based on The Gift of the Magi, Kermit the Frog as narrator relates this story of a group of otters who are struggling financially to provide gifts and necessities for their families and friends. There’s a feel-good story ending with a sweet lesson on life, a widowed mama otter who does everything for her family, and a nightmarish rock band of misfit critters with a snake on bass. It shouldn’t work, but it does in a delightful, heart-warming way.


A Bad Moms Christmas — With Santa strippers and lots of inappropriate jokes, this film breaks all of my Christmas movie rules. But it’s hilarious! And relatable. Three mom friends (played to perfection by Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn) are often overwhelmed with the unrealistic expectations of a perfect Christmas. Throw in pushy grandmas, absent husbands, and bratty kids and it seems like they will never find the balance of celebration and actually enjoying the moments themselves. However, these moms are funny and resourceful and find a way to make the holidays a good time for all, while finding a closeness with their own moms they didn’t think could exist again.


How the Grinch Stole Christmas! – the original animated one from 1966. It’s simple, short, and tells all the most important parts of the Dr. Seuss classic. There are some fun songs, dark humor, and another great message to internalize at the end.


Love Actually – I’m not a big fan of RomComs, but this British ensemble cast and the way 10 separate love stories are woven together push it to the top of my list. A narrator opens the film with a reflection on travelers arriving at Heathrow Airport. He reminds us of the love of friends and families welcoming their loved ones. Then the story continues with introducing us to the eight couples who lives are intertwined. Through all the drama, conflicts, and challenges, love prevails in the midst of holiday celebrations.


The Holiday – Another RomCom with British roots, this story of two women, played by Kate Winslet and Cameron Diaz, who trade houses over the holidays so they can distance themselves from their romantic woes. Jude Law and Jack Black play their leading men and of course everyone ends up happily ever after. It’s also funny, refreshing, and there is the added appeal of a beautiful English countryside during Christmas. Absolutely magical!


What’s on your list?


Hope to see you this Saturday at the Magical Country Christmas! While we may not have the snowstorm of last year, this is ‘THE’ community event of the Holiday Season and will put you in the Christmas mood.


The Drill Team is hosting pictures with The Grinch in the space at 614 Main Street next to Haven. We are asking for a $5 donation to raise money for our competition and uniform expenses and will also have cookies and treats for sale.


Remember when news was ‘newsy’? When you read about weddings, family events and engagement announcements in the newspaper? If you have something that might be newsworthy, please submit it to shelleybennett24@gmail.com and I’ll do my best to include it here in “The Good Stuff.”

Lassen Public Health Hosting

Child-Friendly Food Drive


Lassen County Public Health is hosting a food drive to collect child-friendly food donations to be distributed in the outlying areas of the county.


According to the department, the food will support our youth when school is not in session, including weekends and holiday breaks.


Examples of wanted items include cereal, crackers, peanut butter and jelly and microwavable items such as macaroni and cheese cups, canned goods with peel-back tops, juice boxes, water bottles, etc.

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Donations will be accepted at the Public Health Office through December 8th, 1445 Paul Bunyan Road, suite B.


For more information call 1.530.251.8183.

Motorhead Gift Drive Being Held This

Saturday to Support Angel Tree Program


The Motorheads, a Susanville car club, will be collecting toys, clothing and school supplies at their car show and meet this Saturday, December 2nd, to help support the Susanville Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program.


Made up of local car enthusiasts, Motorhead spokesperson Shane Holland said the club is rising to the challenge to fill the void left when learning that Toys for Tots isn’t going to happen this year.


“The Salvation Army Angel Tree is a fantastic program that works to put gifts under the trees for hundreds of deserving youngsters each year,” says Holland.


Gift tickets are provided that outline a child’s wish or need such as school supplies, clothing, toys, etc. and donors will pick up a gift ticket or three, buy the item or items, and then return them unwrapped to be distributed before the holiday.

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“This is the first year that the Motorheads have put their wheels on the road for this project so please come by to help make it a wild success!”


The car show and collection event starts at 8:30a.m., December 2nd at Carlson’s Tire Pros on Riverside Drive.


“Come by and see some cool cars, meet some fine people, and grab your Angel Tree tickets. Donated gifts need to be brought back to Carlson’s before 11:30 to be included in the caravan of gifts to be delivered to the Salvation Army.”


Gift tickets can also be picked up, and gifts can be dropped off at Plumas Bank in Susanville before December 2nd, to be included in the caravan. All donations are tax-deductible and include a receipt.


If you need more information please text or call Shane at 1.530.867.7005.

Public Health Department Presents

Winter Wonderland Event December 8th


The Lassen County Public Health department is planning all sorts of holiday fun for their big Winter Wonderland party coming up on December 8th.


Everybody is invited to the event, which will feature fun games and informational booths, holiday activities, hot chocolate, an angel tree and Santa will be there photos.


The party is from 3:00 to 6:00, at the Public Health department’s offices at 1445 Paul Bunyan Road suite B.


For more information call the Public Health department at 1.530.251.8183.

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Soroptimist Annual Candy Fundraiser

Makes for Tasty Holiday Gifts


Members of the Susanville Soroptimists will once again be selling tasty See’s Candies, just in time for holiday gift giving.


The candy can be purchased at Haven Salon, Margie’s Book Nook, Giovanna’s, Beauty Addiction, Plumas Bank and Susanville Supermarket during normal business hours.


You can also call 530.257.4029 to order or for more information.

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Susanville Soroptimists raise money to help the community by contributing to high school and college scholarships, adopting families for the holidays, girls self esteem program, teen esteem and dating violence day, Project Hope, Lassen Family Services women’s shelter, senior citizen’s utility assistance, Foster Kids Matter, Camp Ronald McDonald and many other worthwhile endeavors.


Here is the 2023 Price List

Nuts & Chews 1 lb box $ 29.00

Assorted Chocolates 1 lb box $ 29.00

Milk Chocolate 1 lb box $ 29.00

Dark Chocolate 1 lb box $ 29.00

Soft Centers 1 lb box $ 29.00

Truffles 1 lb box $ 32.00

Truffles 8 oz box $ 16.50

Peanut Brittle 1 lb 8 oz box $ 29.00

Peanut Brittle 5 oz box $ 9.50

Assorted Lollypops $ 28.50

Assorted Lollypops – individual pops $ 1.00 ea

Dashing Delivery Gift Box 3.5 oz $ 11.00

Assorted Molasses Chips 8 oz $ 14.50

Assorted Peppermints 8 oz $ 14.50

Toffee-ettes 1 lb $ 29.00

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The newly completed Hotel Mt. Lassen from an Eastman Studio postcard

Tear Down Staging from New Susanville Hotel

November 28, 1925


The work of tearing down the staging around the new hotel was commenced yesterday by Contractor Rees.


Most of the staging on the Main Street side was torn down and the appearance of the building as it now stands gives one an idea of what the building will look like when it has been completed.


Most of the glass on the Main Street side, with the exception of the store glass, is in and the hotel is rapidly beginning to assume the appearance of a real hostelry.


Work on the inside of the building is being rushed by the contractor and while some delay has been experienced this week on account of the weather, it was not serious, and the building will undoubtedly be completed on schedule.

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If you are a fan of our daily history stories you should join the Lassen Historical Society! It's a fun way to be a part of our county's rich history. When you sign up you'll receive regular Historical Society newsletters with interesting stories and information. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in area history.


Through your membership you help preserve local history. You can download a membership application by clicking here.

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winner of this week's Pizza Factory giveaway!


You too could win a large one-topping pizza from the Susanville or Janesville Pizza Factory locations just by entering our weekly giveaway!


Just click here and follow the link to our handy entry form. You can enter once per day from each email address. We'll announce our weekly winner right here next Monday morning.


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