Lindsay Morton

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Flanigans retire after 30 years with Quincy business

Jan 12, 2025 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

In July 1995, Mike and Valerie Flanigan moved to Quincy from Stockton, along with their six-month-old son John, to work for what was then the Murray and Edwards insurance company. They’ve been working together at the firm ever since. Over the following three decades the couple had two more sons, bought and gradually expanded the insurance business, and became deeply ingrained in the local community. Now, they celebrate their retirement.
33rd High Sierra Music Festival planned for July 3-6

Jan 10, 2025 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

It’s official: the High Sierra Music Festival plans to return this summer. The July 3-6 2025 festival will be the 33rd annual event, and the 25th to be held in Quincy. The announcement comes as a welcome surprise to fans and long-time attendees. Last year was a uniquely challenging one for the organization. Between flagging ticket sales, rising costs and high temperatures, producers expressed concern about the festival’s future financial viability.
Downtown Quincy shines at annual Sparkle

Dec 10, 2024 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

The holiday season kicked off in Quincy Friday evening with the annual Main Street Sparkle. The event began at 5 p.m., with downtown shops remaining open beyond their usual hours to welcome holiday shoppers. Residents came out in droves to explore and socialize over refreshments.
Plumas Past: Fall harvest among the Maidu

Nov 29, 2024 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

Editor’s note: This story is part of a series devoted to the history of Plumas County. Each month, we cover a different seasonal theme from Plumas County’s past. Autumn is a time of harvest in preparation for winter, a season of food, family and thanksgiving for the bounty of the season. This November, in acknowledgment of American Indian Heritage month, we focus on harvest time among the Indigenous Tosidum Maidu (Mountain Maidu) people of Plumas County.
Sage & Salt opens in downtown Quincy

Nov 22, 2024 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

Nov. 16 was a busy evening at Sage & Salt in downtown Quincy. A crowd of friends and family gathered for the soft opening—a trial run for the nascent eatery’s official opening day this Saturday, Nov. 23 from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.. Conversation flowed as more than 35 guests enjoyed jewel-tone cocktails, tall glasses of iced tea and hot drinks while awaiting their meals.
U.S. Bank to close Quincy branch in January 2025

Oct 22, 2024 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

Customers of U.S. Bank in Quincy were notified last week that the branch, located inside Safeway at 20 East Main St., is scheduled to close Jan. 7, 2025. The Chester branch of U.S. Bank will remain open, staff told The Plumas Sun. In a letter dated Oct. 8, District Manager Robert L.
Coffee houses of Plumas County offer warm welcome

Oct 16, 2024 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

Summer’s officially at an end. As the days grow shorter, we’re turning our attention to the local small businesses serving up hot drinks to keep us warm on these increasingly cold autumn mornings, and provide welcoming communal spaces where customers can gather. Rachel and Mark Betzler are the owners and operators of Koninkrijk Koffiehuis, a European-themed coffee shop and cafe located in downtown Chester.
Sierra Valley Art and Ag trail showcases local goods in historic setting

Sep 27, 2024 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

More than 850 visitors flocked to Sierra Valley Saturday, Sept. 21 to experience the 7th annual Sierra Valley Art & Ag Trail. The event showcases local music, arts and crafts in the historic barns and ranches of Sierra Valley. More than 50 artists and exhibitors displayed handmade artisanal goods across 15 different sites in Plumas and Sierra counties in a unique community celebration of history and culture. Three “trailheads” accepted admissions, and provided attendees maps and guidance.
Plumas Past: Courthouses of Plumas County

Sep 23, 2024 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

Editor’s note: This story is part of a series devoted to the history of Plumas County. Each month, we cover a different seasonal theme from Plumas County’s past. In recent years, the location of a future courthouse expansion has been the subject of intense local debate. Now, it looks as if the Judicial Council has settled on a site for a new 54,000 square foot adjunct facility.
Untamed Plumas greets adventure entrepreneurs

Aug 27, 2024 | plumassun.org | Lindsay Morton

In a previous article, we explored how Plumas County can cultivate recreation tourism through targeted investment and development—if it chooses to do so. But Plumas County is already home to an array of guides and outfitters who are bringing creative approaches to their work, and sharing their passion for the outdoors with the public. Today, we’ll meet just a few of them. Over the past two decades, the northmost section of the Sierra Nevada has become recognized for its world-class mountain biking.