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Volume XVI Issue 250
Friday, July 19th, 2024
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More Than Cows and Plows: Lassen
4H Offers Unique Opportunities
4‑H, America’s largest youth development organization – empowering nearly six million young people with the skills to lead for a lifetime – has eight clubs in Lassen County, all with unique opportunities for kids.
For her Emerald Star Project, standout local 4-H and FFA member Katelyn Kirack is letting kids aged five to eighteen know that community service, public speaking and leadership are just a few of the many fun and educational activities that the Lassen County 4-H Youth Development Program offers its members while they compete, or participate, in county-wide events.
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As part of her project she created a poster with information and a survey for potential members. You can click here to take the survey, which will also enter you in a contest to win a paid membership for the year.
When you join a community club, you can make new friends, learn about raising animals, be involved in making a difference in our community, learn public speaking and record-keeping skills, participate in the Lassen County Fair and 4-H camp, create things for everyone to enjoy, and go on exciting trips.
How do you join? There are eight 4-H clubs in Lassen County. Pick a 4-H club you would like to join, then contact a club leader, or stop by the 4-H Office at 707 Nevada Street.
There will be a special 4H Open House August 20th, from 4:40 to 6:00p.m., at the Tractor Supply Store on Main Street in Susanville. Members will be on hand to do demonstrations and answer questions about 4H.
Here is contact information for the clubs:
Dyer Mountain – Cassie Lemaster 1.530.260.1096
Johnstonville – Cody Waltman 1.530.310.1366
Lake – Nancy Hemphill 1.530.640.1096
Milford – Nickie Dilts 1.530.310.6882
Richmond – Jessica Jones 1.530.249.5969
South County – Moriah Allen 1.775.636.1700
Standish – Virginia B 1.530.310.1993
Thompson Peak – Jason Meadows 1.530.559.5327.
Club activities occur after school, in the evenings, and on weekends. Club meetings are held once a month and project meetings are held once a month or less. The purpose of these meetings is to guide the members in gaining knowledge, attitudes, skills, and habits needed to complete their work successfully.
Click here to find out more about Lassen 4H Youth Program.
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Lassen County 4H’ers hold their annual Open House at the Tractor Supply store | |
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Everybody Loves a Parade! Fair Parade Happens Tomorrow at 10:00
The annual Lassen County Fair Parade, a tradition over one-hundred years strong, kicks off this Saturday morning at 10:00 sharp, starting at the top of Main Street and traveling down the length of Susanville before ending up at the Fairgrounds.
The parade, held each year on the Saturday of fair week, is a beloved tradition showcasing local businesses, organizations, energetic students, and even the fair’s exciting performers.
So grab your lawn chairs, sunscreen, and enthusiasm, and get ready to cheer on the participants as they weave their way down Main Street!
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Help the Salvation Army Stuff the
Bus with School Supplies July 27th
The return to school is just around the corner and some local students are going to need a little extra help when it comes to buying the necessities for the upcoming school year. The Susanville Salvation Army’s Stuff the Bus event, being held at Walmart on Saturday, July 27th, aims to make things easier for students and their parents.
Through the Stuff the Bus program, the Salvation Army provides around 150 local students with things like backpacks, pencils, protractors, rulers, glue sticks and craft supplies.
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The cardboard “bus” with the school supply lists is up in Walmart. You can drop donations off at the Salvation Army’s Susanville office, 1560 Main Street, in the Grocery Outlet Center, behind Chevron) or at Anytime Fitness.
Stop by Walmart July 27th, between 10:00a.m. and 2:00p.m., and enjoy a bag of popcorn while you are shopping courtesy of the Salvation Army. You are encouraged to purchase school supplies to donate to the program.
The Susanville Salvation Army is always looking for monetary donations so that they can supplement their donations, or you can call their office at 530.257.0314 and ask what they need.
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Public Health Holding Back-to-School Resource Event August 9th
Lassen County’s Public Health department will be hosting a Back-to-School Bash August 9th with a bunch of services and resources to get you ready for the upcoming school year.
The event, which will be held from 3:00 to 6:30p.m. at 1345 Paul Bunyan Road Suite A, will feature back-to-school immunizations, school and dental supplies, oral health assessments, and children’s haircuts along with popcorn, drinks, bubbles, games, prizes and more.
For more information you can call 1.530.251.8183 or email kcalvillo-hefner@co.lassen.ca.us.
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Retired Brigadier General Richard C Bendix
in the annual Veterans Day Parade
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Fair Honors Old-Timers and Parade Grand Marshals Today at 11:00a.m.
Lassen County Fair Manager Kaitlyn Midgley has announced the recipients of this year's Lassen County Fair Parade Grand Marshals and Old-Timers of the Year, all of whom will be honored today at 11:00 at the grandstands at the fairgrounds.
Old Timer of the Year
“The Old Timer of the Year award is judged on kindness and service to our community,” explains Midgely. “The nominee has to be at least 60 years old and lived in Lassen County for at least 10 years.
This year the Old Timer’s award goes to Laurel Marsters and Raelene Waltman.
Raelene Waltman is a 4th generation Lassen County resident and a retired teacher’s aide from the Lassen County School District. She has been a member with the Sagebrush Cow Horse Association, Honey Lake Valley Riders, Native Daughter of the Golden West and a member of the Standish Bible Church for over 80 years.
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Growing up she participated in 4H and FFA and showed at the Lassen County Fair from a young age. She supports the Lassen County Historical Museum and the Lassen High School Alumni Association. Raelene is proud to be from Lassen County and loves to call this place home.”
Laurel Marsters was born in 1940 and graduated from Lassen High School in 1958. She was a school bus driver for Lassen County where she has resided for over 50 years. She has been active in the 4H program for many years and was a first time 4H leader at 19 years old. She has coordinated operation Christmas Child at her church for many years.
Everyone that knows Laurel loves her and her positive outlook on life she has been involved with the community from a young age and continues to support the community today including participating as an active member on the Junior Livestock Auction Committee.
Parade Grand Marshal
According to Midgely the Grand Marshal award is a century old tradition based on accomplishments and contributions to the community.
This year the award goes to both Gino Surian and Retired Brigadier General Richard C Bendix.
Gino Surian was born in Susanville, California to Alvise and Carmela Surian who were immigrants from Italy. When Gino was 11 years old, his father passed away and Gino’s mom did not speak English so Gino had to step in and help with his father’s business with his brothers which began his long career with the T&A Cocktail Lounge.
He retired this year after helping to run the longest owned and operated family business in Lassen County, he gave 65 years to the family business. Gino graduated from Lassen High School in 1966 where his team for the 880 relay still holds the record. He is a 10+ year pancreatic cancer survivor and a member of the Susanville Assembly of God Church.
Gino is very active in the community where he has played, coached and sponsored over 1000 local teams including wrestling, soccer, basketball, baseball and football. He ran the St. Jude’s Bike-A-Thon for multiple years and coached for crazy bowl which benefited the Lassen High School Football Program.
He has hosted many charity events at his business and has been a huge sponsor for many different organizations including: Northern California Cancer Advocates, Rocky Mountain Elk’s Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, ECV, Poker Runs, Lassen County Fair, Lassen Family Services, and various programs and teams at Lassen High School and Lassen Community College.
Retired Brigadier General Richard C Bendix is a 96-year-old retired Army veteran. He has resided in Susanville for the past 26 years and frequented the Lassen County and Eagle Lake area for 25 years prior to him calling this place home.
Richard, lovingly referred to as Dick, served in the U.S. Army for 37 years and achieved the rank of Brigadier General. His assignments included Korea, Germany and the Pentagon for 6 years. While at the Pentagon he was working for the Office of the Secretary of Defense.
Dick is believed to be the oldest playing tympany player in the world. He also enjoys playing the drums and he has been playing with the Susanville Symphony since its inception which is almost 21 years. Dick recently finished a turkey hunt with his son, Brett and is an avid fisherman, gardener, hiker, hunter and world traveler. He attributes his secret to his amazing life to staying busy.
“Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for Grand Marshal and Old Timer of the Year. Be sure to check them out in the parade tomorrow, July 20th at 10:00a.m. on Main Street and get your tickets to the fair which are available at lassencountyfair.org.
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LMUD Presents Today at the Fair: Friday – July 19th – Old Timer’s Day
Free Admission for Seniors 62 and Up
8:00 a.m.
Beef Show – Pavilion
Dairy Cattle Show to Follow
Performance Horse Show – North Arena
Rabbit Show – Rabbit Barn
11:00 a.m.
2024 Old Timer of the Year & Grand Marshal Celebration Luncheon – Grandstands
Tinkering Lab & Nursery Barn Opens
Office of Education Presents Pacific Animal Productions – Floral Building
Little Rascals Kidz Club – Grandstand Lawn
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12:00 p.m.
Carnival Opens
1:00 p.m.
JD Platt & K9 Kings – Headstart Lawn
Water balloon Toss – Lassen Transfer Stage
2:00 p.m.
Skip Banks – Lassen Transfer Stage
3:00 p.m.
JD Platt & K9 Kings – Headstart Lawn
4:00 p.m.
Skip Banks – Lassen Transfer Stage
5:00 p.m.
JD Platt & K9 Kings – Headstart Lawn
Small Animal Master Showman – Rabbit & Poultry Barn
6:00 p.m.
Doors Open – Lonestar – Grandstands
Skip Banks – Lassen Transfer Stage
8:00 p.m.
Lynsey & Prime Country Music – Lassen Transfer Stage
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Sparks Rain On Town As Blazes Rage In Timber - Fire Burns Within Three Miles of Lassen County Lumber Town, 400 in Fight - Mill Property, County Hospital Endangered - Wingfield Ranch, Other Rich Holdings in Path of Devastating Fire
July 19, 1924
Sparks from a forest fire raging three miles from Susanville today endangered approximately 80 million feet of cured lumber, county buildings and other property within the town today.
Throughout the day the county hospital was sprinkled with water constantly to protect the building. The lumber yards of the two large companies were patrolled to guard against fire resulting from the falling sparks.
Driven before a brisk west wind, the flames burned an area of about eight square miles and were uncontrolled tonight.
Valuable timber lands, ranches and livestock are in the path of the fire.
Four hundred men were called from the town to battle the blaze when it was noticed at 11 o’clock this morning. They continued their efforts to check it tonight.
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A slackening of the wind this evening gave a respite to those who were protecting the town.
Provisions were sent from Susanville tonight for the firefighters on the fire line.
The fire is in government timber and three ridges have been burned over tonight, destroying valuable trees.
Logging equipment is in momentary danger and the Wingfield ranch not the property of the Lassen Lumber and Box company, on which is much thoroughbred stock seem doomed unless the fire is halted or the direction of the wind changes. Tonight the fire is within four miles of the ranch.
Mayfields at the edge of Susanville presents an added hazard to the lumber store here. Water wagons have been stationed at various points.
Besides the lumber yards and the county buildings, the Ramsey and Ridenour ranches are said to be threatened by the fire.
Dynamite stored by the county at the outskirts of Susanville was removed today due to fear of a possible explosion should the fire reach it.
The fire at Lassen (Janesville) which threatened the town yesterday was reported extinguished tonight.
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