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Volume XVII Issue 147
Tuesday, March 4th, 2025
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The Good Stuff by Shelley Bennett
by Shelley Bennett
During the 80s, the mini skirt came back into style and my favorite was made out of hot pink denim. I remember wearing it with a white tank top and leather Keds.
My mom told me that when she was in high school, they would have to kneel on the stairway in the old building to see if their skirts were long enough for the dress code. If the hem touched the stair, they passed. If not, they were sent home.
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My mom was also sent home for wearing pants when there was two feet of snow outside, so I breathed a sigh of relief that our rules had been updated.
Apparently, the mini skirt had been the subject of controversy back in the 60s. It started in London with a designer named Mary Quant and them came to the US along with the Beatles, I think.
Like the music, young women embraced the latest fashion trend while their parents were not so keen on it.
The mini skirt symbolized freedom and independence for women fighting for equal rights. It was an effort to break away from the structured and stifling fashions (and gender roles) of the 1950s.
But it was the 80s, so I wore my mini skirt, multi-colored flats, ESPRIT sweatshirt, and blue mascara without a care in the world. The clothing I chose made me feel good about myself. It was a way to express my creativity and shape my identity.
It was not linked to my grades or level of success. It didn’t define my reputation. And I was still held accountable for my actions by my parents.
Clothing choices do not grant others the right to judge, mistreat, or harm the wearer. What someone wears is an expression of their individuality, not an invitation or justification for disrespect or violence.
And making a comment about someone not being held accountable for their actions because of what they wore is about as antiquated as our grandparents’ attitude about the mini skirt.
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.”
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Last year’s Miss Lassen County contests
Looking for Miss Lassen: Applications Available for Scholarship Program
The Lassen County Fair and the Miss Lassen County Scholarship Pageant are searching for talented Lassen County residents between the ages of 17 and 22 to participate in the annual scholarship program.
The entrants will compete in a series of activities climaxing with the July 17th pageant in the grandstands at the 2024 Lassen County Fair.
The pageant is open to all residents of the county and Director Shelley Bennett says she would love to have participation from rural areas like Westwood and Herlong.
The Miss Lassen County Scholarship Competition’s mission is to assist young women in reaching their goals through coaching in public speaking, developing their talents, and providing community service opportunities.
The competition is based on the concept of becoming the best ‘You’ possible.
A typical summer for contestants is filled with weekly seminars, dance rehearsals and community activities, as well as lots of fun. Every contestant benefits from the skill development and collaboration provided by the scholarship program.
You can click here to download a registration form, and click here to download official rules and information. Applications are due at the fair office on Russell Avenue by May 24th.
For more information call Pageant Director Shelley Bennett at 1.530.249.3830.
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FRC and AFWD Holding 2nd Annual Feather River College Job Fair Thursday
Feather River College, in partnership with Alliance for Workforce Development, will be hosting the second annual Feather River College Student and Community Job Fair, an in-person job fair, on March 6th, from 12:00 to 4:00p.m. at the Feather River College gym, 570 Golden Eagle Avenue in Quincy.
This free event is open to all job seekers, including college students and community members, offering a unique opportunity to connect with a variety of employers in one convenient location.
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Attendees can explore part-time, full-time, and seasonal job openings, interact with hiring managers, and build valuable employment connections.
Employers from industries such as forestry, education, tourism, and recreation will be present, including organizations like the U.S. Forest Service and Sierra Pacific Industries. Last year, over 40 employers participated, and this year’s list continues to grow.
Feather River College and AFWD encourage attendees to dress professionally and bring multiple copies of their resume. FRC students can also enjoy a free meal as part of the event.
For more information about the job fair, please visit www.frc.edu/jobfair or contact Gabe Miller at gmiller@frc.edu.
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$5 Million Available for Forest Sector Business and Workforce Development Projects
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection is soliciting applications for California business and workforce development projects that support healthy, resilient forests and the people and ecosystems that depend on them.
Competitive projects will also sequester carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on April 25th, 2025, via the Wood Products and Bioenergy webpage. A total of $5 million in grant funding is available.
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CAL FIRE’s Wood Products & Bioenergy Program supports the creation of a robust and diversified wood products industry to facilitate the economic and sustainable management of California’s forests.
These grants help make California a more competitive place to conduct forest-sector business and create financial incentives for industries to invest in clean technologies, develop innovative ways to process wood products, and support the growth of a strong forest-sector workforce.
Since 2022, the program has provided over $80 million in grant funding for 94 projects.
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Office of Ed and Supervisor Jason Ingram Sponsoring Annual Career Day
The Lassen County Office of Education, in partnership with District 5 Supervisor Jason Ingram, will present their 3rd Annual Career Opportunity and Skills Day, on April 23rd, at Lassen High School.
According to the event organizers the career day provides a unique opportunity for local businesses, trade professionals, and industry representatives to connect with high school students, showcase career paths, and help inspire the next generation of the workforce.
“Lassen County high school students will have the chance to explore career opportunities, engage in hands-on demonstrations, and gain insight into various industries,” explains LCOE Communications Specialist Kaitlyn Midgely.
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“By participating, employers can share their expertise, introduce students to career options, and even scout potential future employees.”
Who Should Register? Local employers, businesses, trade professionals and industry representatives interested in engaging with high school students.
Businesses and organizations interested in hosting a booth, providing hands-on experiences, or sharing industry insights are encouraged to sign up today. To register, please complete the Employer Registration Form available at lcoe.org.
“This event is an incredible opportunity for local employers to connect with students and help them explore real-world career possibilities,” details Superintendent of Schools Patricia Gunderson.
“By engaging with young people early, businesses can help shape the future workforce and strengthen our local economy.”
LCOE invites the community to be part of this exciting and impactful event. For more information, visit lcoe.org, contact Jason Ingram at 1.530.249.6431 or Kaitlyn Midgley at KMidgley@lcoe.org or 1.530.257.2196.
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An Expected Revelation
March 4, 1908
The report of John Oiney, the expert employed to investigate the books of the County officers is now on file, and public property. It is an extended document and cannot be given publicity in full in this county for some weeks.
In the meantime, it may be stated that the rumors which have been growing in definiteness during the past three years concerning the methods of ex-Superintendent of School J. F. Dixon, have been crystallized into rather disconcerting facts, the expert finding that the school districts of the County have suffered a lost at Dixon’s hands that cannot, owing to the careless methods of District Boards of Trustees, be even approximately determined.
Figures submitted, however, show that during his term of office, over two thousand dollars were wrongfully, and with a boldness and persistency that challenges belief, “diverted” into the Dixon pocket.
We do not wish to hamper the administration of justice in this matter, and there being no pressing reason for its discussion at this time, leave its discussion to the future story.
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