I snagged a picture with The Grinch before he lined up for the parade

Everywhere I looked there were kids munching on popcorn and other treats, drinking hot cocoa, and taking it all in, whether it was Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, or the spectacular firework show.

When I got home, I realized that I hadn’t taken any pictures of the fireworks and I was a little disappointed. What would I post? But then I realized that I hadn’t taken any pictures, because I was soaking it all in. The lights, the sounds, the smells, all working to create the Christmas spirit.

It was the best start to the holidays that I have ever witnessed.

Thanks also to police chief Ryan Cochrane and all of the law enforcement officers who were out there keeping us safe! I saw Susanville’s public works department working overtime to try and clear the streets and sidewalks too, so thank you to them as well.

Lassen High’s ASB is joining in on the holiday cheer and hosting their annual Winter Carnival fundraiser in the LHS Big Gym on Friday December 9th, 5:30-7:30. Entrance is free for all and they are encouraging kids of all ages to attend.

There will be pictures with Santa and the Grinch, Candy Cane fishing, Pin the Nose on a Snowman, Letters to Santa and more. Public Relations officer Caitlyn Fine says there will also be Snowman building with marshmallows and candy and Snowball Corn Hole.

Caitlyn said that all of the activities will be free, but you should bring money for the snack bar. Rumor has it that Mini Benniez might make an appearance as well as some other local pop ups.

She also mentioned that there is still booth space available if you are interested in setting up a free activity for kids. You can contact their advisor at rachel.stewart@lassenhigh.org to get more information.

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.”

SusanvilleStuff Video: Watch Our Broadcast

of the Magical Country Christmas Parade

A SusanvilleStuff Video Feature

by Marshel and Jeremy Couso

The Lassen County Chamber of Commerce’s Magical Country Christmas Celebration, held Saturday, December 3rd, in historic uptown, was a splendid way to kick off the holiday season in Susanville, with more than a thousand people lining the street for live entertainment, the parade and fireworks as the tree was lit.

Click here to watch the entire parade from start to finish on SusanvilleStuff or over at YouTube!

Lassen Crime Stoppers Update: Special $2,500 Reward Being Offered

Lassen Crime Stoppers, a local organization which pays out tips and information leading to the arrest of someone who commits a crime, has authorized a special $2,500 reward for anyone who provides information leading to the arrest of escaped Lassen County Jail inmate Angelo Atencio II and his accomplice Ashley Ward.

To report information about a crime you can anonymously call a simple telephone number, (530) 502-TIPS, and if that information pays off for local law enforcement you will be paid up to $1,000 in cash.

Help clean up Lassen County by anonymously working with the Susanville Police Department, the Lassen County Probation Department and the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office through Crime Stoppers.

Fruit Grower’s Mill in 1936 from an Eastman Studio postcard

Susanville City Council Approves Street Program

December 6, 1936

Susanville City Council has approved a project for improving streets to remove the danger to pedestrians caused by sections that have deteriorated or have been upraised by tree roots. Emulsified asphalt will be used to patch and smooth the surface of the walks needing attention.

City Engineer Martin J. Tilley reported that the work of sealing the cracks in the pavement on Pine and Weatherlow streets had been completed. An ordinance was introduced providing for the installation of a stop sign at the intersection of Weatherlow and North.

The council reached a decision that gasoline tank trucks could not park on Susanville streets but agreed that Main street parking should be regulated by the state highway department.