July 2, 2009
(Region)...The $1.5 Billion TANC project may not have that much sizzle as the
Sacramento Municipal Utilities District has pulled out of the joint venture. SMUD
is considered the heavyweight of dozen or so partners that wanted to build the 600
mile long transmission line. The project has received strong public opposition for
a variety of reasons. It could have taken green energy produced in Lassen County for
sale and distribution elsewhere in California.
(Quincy)...The first case of H1N1 virus has been confirmed for Plumas County. Health
officials say they've received word from a Sacramento lab that positively identifies the
virus in a person. No identity on the victim, nor the persons condition. Swine Flu
can present with very mild symptoms but can be more profound in vulnerable groups.
That leaves only Lassen County with no reportable cases thus far. In California, 17 people
have died and hundreds have been hospitalized with H1N1.
(Region)...The 4th of July weekend should bring droves of visitors to lakes and campgrounds
this weekend. Federal authorities caution that even possession of fireworks is illegal on public
lands, and any use in the region is limited to inside the Susanville City Limits from 6 am
on the 4th to 2 am on the 5th. Law enforcement agencies are planning a maximum effort
to curtail driving under the influence, seatbelt violations and careless behavior behind the
wheel. Water safety on lakes and waterways will also be enforced.
