Volume XVI Issue 158

Wednesday, March 13th, 2024

This wonder of a human has dedicated pretty much her entire career to helping others as a Dispatcher for our local California Highway Patrol office.

After getting to know Jennifer, I can readily attest that she is a blessing to our public safety in Lassen County. Her job is a juggling act of the highest order, balancing the need for rapid response with the clarity required to send help where it’s needed most.

It’s a role that demands not just a cool head, but a warm heart, and Jennifer’s got both in spades. She’s the unsung hero who doesn’t wear a cape but is the first link in the chain of survival, and she handles it all with a grace that belies the pressure of her position.

But Jennifer’s impact isn’t confined to the walls of the dispatch center. Her spirit of generosity is legendary, her kindness a currency she spends without thought of return.

She’s the person who’ll lend you that proverbial shirt off her back, and she’ll do it with a smile that lights up the room. We so often hear about people who would “give you the shirt off their back,” but so rarely actually get to meet those people.

Well folks – hands down, without a thought – Jennifer is that type of human.

Believe me when I tell you that the amount of compassion and kindness she has for others is unmatched.

It’s this blend of professional excellence and personal warmth that makes Jennifer Griffith a cherished pillar of Lassen County, a true hometown hero whose story is a reminder that the best of us is those who serve others.

I did not meet Ms. Jennifer through her work, however. I met Jennifer when she came bounding into the jiu jitsu gym. Learning anything new can be difficult for adults, especially a sport as humbling the martial arts.

When Jenn comes into the gym to train, it is always with the same iconic smile, and always with an attitude to encourage others. Always. Her insane work ethic is just who she is as a person.

When she is not remembering all of her friends’ birthdays or showing up with thoughtful ‘just because’ gifts, Jennifer is simply making anywhere she is a better place. And I love her for that. She is most definitely one of the reasons I love where we live.

Tickets for Saturday’s Caleb Montgomery and Township concert are $30 each and you can purchase them online by clicking here. Use the same link to purchase tickets to the Whiskey tasting, which are also $30 a piece. You can buy a combo ticket for both the concert and whiskey tasting at a discounted price of $50.

Would You Like to Win Tickets to the Saturday

Concert and Whiskey Tasting? Of course you would!

You can enter once per day, per email address, and all entries must be received before Thursday, March 21st, at midnight. You also must be twenty-one to enter this particular contest. We’ll announce the name of our Cowboy Festival Giveaway winner March 22nd.

Click here to head over to SusanvilleStuff for entry form and contest details.

Friday Evening

Come on down and check out the best-of-the-best from western vendors while enjoying a delicious cocktail served up by the Lassen County Arts Council.

Friday night will feature a free Local Talent Showcase hosted by Master of Ceremonies Richard Elloyan, a 2018 International Western Music Association Songwriter of the Year, twice nominated for Song of the Year by the IWMA.

Elloyan’s music has been recorded by several award-winning Western Music artists and he is a regular on the western music circuit, appearing at the National Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival in Elko, Nevada, the Colorado Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival in Golden, Colorado, Vinton, California, Arizona among others.

He will be playing and reciting his own poems and songs throughout the evening, in between local showcase performances.

Saturday Afternoon and Evening

On Saturday gates will open at 2:00p.m. and make sure you bring some spendin’ money, because the vendor hall will feature a whole world of cowboy and country stuff you will want to take home.

Along with the shopping there will be performances by local dance troupes and a whiskey tasting.

The evening concert will feature northern California’s premiere country rock band Township from Sacramento. With roots in various styles of music, Township will be playing everything from country to southern rock, blues, classic rock and beyond.

Opening the concert is local independent country singer-songwriter Caleb Montgomery whose music is a unique blend of neo-traditional and Western styles, infused with troubadour-style lyrics that are perfect for storytelling.

Caleb just released his first single, “Whiskey Talks,” ahead of his debut full-length album titled “Food Stamps Don’t Buy Flowers,” which will launch later this spring.

Purchase tickets online by following this link or stop by the fair ticket office on Russell Avenue.

For more information contact the fair office at 1.530.251.8900 or visit lassencountyfair.org.

Montgomery performing at CRS in Nashville

“During the course of their contact,” explains LCSO Sergeant Michael Loflin, “Deputies learned that Kauwe was in violation of a domestic violence protective order.”

Kauwe was placed under arrest for the violation and deputies searched him.

“During the search, Deputies discovered Kauwe to be in possession of a controlled substance, ammunition, and tear gas. Deputies were able to confirm Kauwe to be a convicted felon. As a result, Kauwe was arrested for multiple drug and weapon related charges.”

On Saturday, March 9th, Deputies from the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on Kauwe’s storage unit.

“During the search of the storage unit, Deputies discovered several firearms, a large quantity of ammunition, fentanyl, scales, and explosive devices.”

The Shasta County Interagency Bomb Squad responded and evaluated the explosive devices, taking possession of them for proper disposal.

Kauwe remains in custody at the Lassen County Jail.

According to Loflin the case has been forwarded to the Lassen County District Attorney’s office for prosecution on the following charges: Thirteen counts of felon in possession of a firearm, thirteen counts of possession of an explosive device, possession of a stolen firearm, possession of a loaded firearm while in possession of a controlled substance, possession of an assault weapon, felon in possession of a flare gun, felon in possession of ammunition and possession of narcotics.

“The Lassen County Sheriff’s Office appreciates the hard work of the Deputies that handled this investigation. In addition, we thank the Shasta County Interagency Bomb Squad for their assistance,” said Loflin.

For more information contact Naomi at 1.530.310.3496.

All proceeds benefit Monticola’s local scholarships and community projects.

CAST Testing for Juniors will be held Tuesday, March 19th, 2nd and 3rd.

ASVAB Testing will take place April 12th, at 8:00a.m. Please sign up in the Library.

Volleybuff is this evening, Wednesday, at 7:30 in the big gym. Tickets are $5 or $3 with an ASB card. Come celebrate before at the Block Party. ASB will be barbequing and have

food for sale. The Block Party starts at 6:00p.m.

Main Street Doyle in 1949 – From an Eastman Studio postcard

Pre-built School To Be Considered

March 13, 1946

Lassen county may have its first prebuilt schoolhouse by next fall. This is being seriously investigated by the Doyle school board. Under consideration is a two-room building with kitchen and laboratories, of frame construction, one story high.

The prebuilt school attracts the board there because it could be in use by the fall.

It is less costly than the conventional style, even if labor and materials could be obtained. Johnstonville and Bieber are also considering new schools.