Public Safety · Glenn County
The California Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal three-vehicle crash that occurred on Highway 45 on Oct. 17 at approximately 2:34 p.m. The collision involved a Chevrolet Volt, a Ford Ranger, and a Toyota Tacoma, resulting in the deaths of two occupants in the Ranger who were not wearing seatbelts. Two other individuals sustained minor injuries and were transported to Enloe Health, while the Tacoma driver was uninjured. Authorities are withholding the identities of the deceased pending next-of-kin notifications and continue to investigate potential drug and alcohol impairment.
Local Politics · Orland, CA
Three of five Orland City Council seats are up for election on Nov. 3, with two contested four-year at-large seats and one uncontested two-year seat. The four-year races feature incumbents John McDermott and Vice Mayor Alex Enriquez alongside challengers Sharon Lazorko and Andy Ramirez; the top two vote-getters win terms running through Dec. 2030. Wade Elliott is unopposed for a two-year seat he was appointed to in May after Matt Romano's March resignation, with that term ending Dec. 2028. The article notes Orland has experienced significant staff turnover over the past two years, including departures of two council members, two city managers, an assistant city manager, two city planners, and the city attorney. Elected officials are sworn in in December.
Community News · Willows, CA
The Willows Chamber of Commerce plans to open a new Corner Store on November 1 to showcase local products from Willows, Glenn County, and surrounding areas. The store will feature items such as jams, honey, rice, nuts, woodwork, and Willows-themed merchandise, but will not accept candy, jewelry, or general handmade crafts. Local vendors interested in displaying products can visit the Chamber Office at 163 N. Butte Street during business hours or call for details.
Public Safety · Glenn County
A new wildfire named the Bear Fire was reported at 2:17 p.m. on Oct. 21 in Glenn County, California. The fire is burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service. As of the report's publication, containment status is unknown and the cause remains undetermined.
Public Safety · Glenn County
A wildfire named the Bear Fire was reported at 2:17 p.m. on October 21 in Glenn County, California. The fire is burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service and had been active for approximately two hours at the time of reporting. Containment status is unknown and the cause remains undetermined.
Public Safety · Glenn County
A new wildfire, named Bear Fire, was discovered at 2:17 p.m. on Oct. 21 in Glenn County, California. The fire is burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service and had been active for approximately two hours at the time of reporting. Containment status and cause remain undetermined.
