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Volume XVIII Issue 48
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
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Why We Love This Place
Wednesday: Kyle Bare
By Terra Avilla
I figured this week I would just continue to brag about the people I love here at Lassen College. Kyle Bare is one of those people who reminds everyone why Lassen College is such a special place.
I first met Kyle during my time at Lassen, and it didn’t take long to realize he was a “real one.” Someone whose authenticity and wit leave an impression.
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Working in financial aid, Kyle’s the steady presence who guides students through the sometimes-stressful world of forms, deadlines and paperwork.
Whether it’s cracking a clever joke in the midst of busy days or simply offering a calm, collected response when someone feels overwhelmed, Kyle brings balance to me, and I know he does to the entire team. He’s the kind of person who keeps spirits high and stress low for everyone around him.
Kyle Bare’s big heart is just as well-known as his dry wit. When there was a fundraiser for a local girl in need, Kyle was one of the first people to step up and offer a donation for the raffle. That’s just how he operates, never waiting to be asked and always ready to support the community and he didn’t ask for any recognition.
And here’s a fun fact: for the past three years, Kyle has been volunteering his time to help with the annual “Holiday with a Hero” event. He gets up at 4 a.m., showing up before sunrise to help cook breakfast for the 400 plus people involved.
It’s a massive job, but Kyle never complains, he just does what’s needed to make the day special for everyone there. Asking months ahead for the date so he can make sure it’s on his calendar.
Most importantly, Kyle is my steadfast lunch buddy. No matter how busy things get, I can always count on him to meet me in the café at noon. It’s more than just a routine it’s a chance to share a laugh and know there’s someone who genuinely cares about how the day’s going.
That consistency and kindness are Kyle’s real superpowers because he knows how to make people feel seen, valued, and supported, even if it’s just over a simple meal. That daily tradition has become something I look forward to it’s a simple reminder that good people make this place special and defiantly a reminder of why I love where we live.
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Monticola Club and Susanville ACE Hardware ‘Round-Up’ Raises $1,100
The Monticola Club and Susanville ACE Hardware worked together during the month of August to raise funds for all of the organization’s annual projects.
“Each year we award three scholarships to local Lassen High School graduates, and one scholarship to a local Lassen College graduate,” explains Monticola spokesperson Naomi Turner.
“Thank you, Susanville ACE Hardware!” said Turner. “Dawn Oliver, manager and her team, have been a great supporter of our community. Please thank them when you go into the store.”
The fundraiser netted the Monticola ladies $1,100 to use in their activities.
The Round-Up donation supports a 113-year-old club that assists local youth through scholarships and leadership programs each year.
The club also takes on community beautification projects (Parks, Swimming Pool, Daffodil & tree plantings) and community service programs, including food collection for seniors and students, blood drives and replanting our forests.
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Support LHS Track & Field at Thursday’s Blue Ox Bistro Fundraiser
The Lassen High School Track & Field Boosters are holding a fundraising event on Thursday, October 9th, at the Blue Ox Bistro, located at 602 Main Street in Susanville.
The vision of the Boosters is to grow the LHS Track & Field program by adding pole vaulting (estimated at $40,000) and building an all-weather track (estimated at $2,200,000).
According to organizers these additions would allow the students to practice and compete at the same level as their competitors.
| | | To participate in the fundraiser, simply dine at the Blue Ox Bistro on October 9th, and be sure to mention LHS TRACK & FIELD when you pay for your items. The Boosters will receive 20% of your total purchase. | | |
Two LMUD customers at last year’s Public
Power Week celebration – photo by Theresa Phillips
Celebrate Public Power Week with Lassen Municipal Utility District
Lassen Municipal Utility District is celebrating Public Power Week, October 5th through the 11th, along with 2,000 other community-powered, not-for-profit electric utilities that provide electricity to fifty-four million Americans across forty-nine states and five territories.
Public power utilities across the U.S. celebrate Public Power Week the first full week of October every year to help customers and stakeholders understand how they can better engage with their community-owned utility and benefit from all its offerings.
“As a publicly owned utility LMUD does not operate for profit,” explains the utility’s Public Relations Manager Theresa Phillips, “in fact, we operate to serve the best interest of our community. That means collaborating with local government, service organizations and public safety providers to ensure safe, reliable and affordable power.”
This Thursday, October 9th, from 6:30a.m. to 8:00a.m., LMUD will host the community at the Susanville Supermarket bakery, inviting everyone to come enjoy a small coffee or hot chocolate and fresh doughnuts.
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More Free Movies at the Susanville Performing Arts Center Beginning Friday
The newly established Susanville Performing Arts Center at the Sierra Theatre has announced a series of free movie days for the community. The center invites everyone to enjoy a variety of films, from supernatural thrillers to animated classics, all with free admission.
Friday, October 10th, and Thursday, October, 16th:
“The Black Phone”
4:30/6:15 & 7:00/8:45 (2021) (R) 1hr 43min
Saturday, October 11th and Sunday, October 12th:
“Zootopia”
2:45/4:35 & 7:00/8:50 (2016) (PG) 1hr 48min
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Monday, October 13th:
“Mortal Kombat”
2:45/4:30 & 7:00/8:45 (1995) (PG-13) 1hr 41min
Tuesday, October 14th:
“Now You See Me”
4:30/6:30 & 7:00/9:00 (2013) (PG-13) 1hr 55min
Wednesday, October 15th:
“Predator”
4:30/6:20 & 7:00/8:20 (1987) (R) 1hr 47min
The Susanville Performing Arts Center is a state-of-the-art venue for performances and events, and while admission is free, donations are welcomed to support its mission of community involvement, education and entertainment.
Please note that outside food is not permitted; however, the concession stands will be open.
For more information, you can visit the SPAC Facebook page or email spac@susanvilleperformingartscenter.com.
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Cal-FIRE Announces Planned Prescribed Burn Near Westwood and Clear Creek
Residents near Westwood and Clear Creek are advised that Cal-FIRE will be conducting a prescribed burn operation, the Mooney Prescribed Burn, beginning today, October 8th.
The low-intensity timber understory burn is a crucial part of an ongoing Cal-FIRE Fuel Break project and is being executed in coordination with Collins Pine Almanor Forest. This project is aimed at reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfire in the area.
Project Details and Duration
The primary goal of the Mooney Prescribed Burn is two-fold: Reduce roadside vegetation fires, targeting fuels that could ignite roadside fires and to protect communities.
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The project links with additional Cal-FIRE Fuel Breaks to enhance protection for the communities of Westwood and Clear Creek from future wildland fires.
Cal-FIRE anticipates that this ongoing fuel break project, including the prescribed burning activities, may continue through the months of October and November, dependent on favorable conditions for a safe, low-intensity burn.
Visibility and Safety
The public should be aware that smoke will be visible in several areas: Near the communities of Westwood and Clear Creek and along Highway 36 between Westwood and Highway 147.
Important Safety Notice: Prescribed burn signs will be posted along roadways to alert travelers. There will be no need to call 911 to report the burning operations. These are planned, controlled events managed by fire personnel.
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Lassen High Homecoming Princesses
October 8, 1975
HOMECOMING ROYALTY – Lassen High’s 1975 Homecoming Queen will be announced today and will reign over Homecoming Game activities tomorrow when the Grizzlies open their Eastern Athletic League season against the Pleasant Valley Vikings at Arnold Field.
Queen candidates are the four senior girls pictured in the back row, from left: Kim Stampfli, Eileen Lorimer, Laura Lee Carter and Kathy Voss.
Homecoming Princesses in the front row, from left, are: Mari Golonka, junior princess; Emily Borghi, sophomore princess and Wynn Vicondoa, freshman princess. (Advocate photo).
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