I don’t know how I met Katy, but I am so glad that I did. Perhaps it was through another favorite mom of mine, Jesse McCracken, but I simply don’t remember. All I remember is the feeling I get when I’m around her. The feeling that she is so genuinely herself, you can’t help but want to be yourself unapologetically too.

Katy spends her days doing that all mothers do, and that is ferrying her children from activity to activity, only, unlike me, she does it with a smile on her face (most of the time).

Katy is one of the strongest mommas I know – her family is a military family, and her husband has spent considerable time away from his family protecting and serving our country. (Thank you, from the bottom of my heart!) If this bugged Katy, she never, ever, let on.

You can tell she is so proud of what her husband is doing, and she chugs along doing what needs to be done for her family while he is away. Katy is a hero too – I hope she knows that.

I also hope she knows what a fresh breath of air she is for me.

Katy never makes me feel like she is trying to impress me or that I have to impress her. She is accepting and authentic. And gosh is she funny. Katy is by far one of the funniest people I know. I look forward to seeing her at mom events because she brings a sense of levity and fun wherever she is. 

When Katy isn’t off making me feel better about myself, she is absolutely rocking it as a momma. There is no doubt about how loved her kids are. Not by them being showered by material things, but by the time she invests in them, and with them.

Her children are also just as kind and wonderful. (I mean, how could they not be with her as their role model?)

Katy is someone that flies under the radar but does so much for everyone around her. I hope she knows what a blessing she is. I see you Katy! I thank you for being you, and for the laughter you have brought into my life. Thank you for being one of the reasons I love where we live.

This unique program targets various sectors including firefighting, forestry, the Bureau of Land Management, agriculture, and real estate, where GIS technologies play an essential role in mapping and analyzing data to inform vital decision-making processes.

As part of this announcement, Annika Peacock, an adjunct instructor at Lassen College and also a part-time student enrolled in the GIS program, shared her enthusiasm for the upcoming class, “I’m thrilled to be both promoting and participating in this innovative GIS program. Our commitment to flexible, quality education aligns perfectly with the needs of mid-career professionals, like myself, as well as beginners who want new skills to enter a growing field.”

“The course’s asynchronous design allows students to learn at their own pace, making it ideal for those looking to advance their careers without disrupting their current responsibilities. I encourage anyone interested in this growing field to explore this opportunity with Lassen College.”

The GIS certificate promises to provide a gateway to a highly in-demand field, with an average entry-level salary of $71,000 per year in California. With affordable tuition rates for CA residents ($46/unit) and Western Undergraduate Exchange residents ($69/unit), this program offers an accessible path to a promising career. Interested parties are invited to visit the program’s web page for more details and to apply.

The final day to enroll in GIS 1 is September 27th, and anyone wanting to add the class is encouraged to do so as soon as possible. For information contact instructor Charles Shoemaker, GISP, MS GIScience at [email protected].

Funds raised from the clothing sales go toward Lassen Family Service’s continued commitment to end abuse and support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in Lassen County.

The deadline to order your t-shirt is September 17th.

Photofeature: Susanville Marks Anniversary

of 9/11 Tragedy with Firehall Ceremony

A SusanvilleStuff Photofeature

by Marshel and Jeremy Couso

The Susanville City Fire Department, local law enforcement and emergency responders were joined by Susanville residents Monday morning on the lawn at the fire hall, for a ceremony remembering those who gave their lives twenty-two years ago, on September 11th, 2001.

Susanville’s unique ‘middle of the street’ parking in the early 1920’s

Sneak Thieves Busy On Automobiles

September 13, 1924

While there have been no thefts of cars in Susanville for several months, sneak thieves are making life miserable for the owner by stealing tires and other accessories that can be carried off easily.

Last Friday night A. R. Whipple’s car was taken from the streets of Susanville and driven to a point near the Lawson ranch on Richmond road. Three tires were taken from the wheels and other small accessories were stolen.

Tracks near the car indicated that the thieves had come back to town in another machine.

Many complaints have come about stranded cars on the Westwood road being stripped of everything that can be carried away.

It has gotten to the point where a man must remain with his car until help arrives or very little of it will be left when he comes to tow it in.

We offer it as a very humble suggestion that our officers gives as much attention to these annoying sneak thieves as they do to bootleggers.