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The County of Siskiyou is proud to recognize Joy Pragg, Senior Legal Secretary, for an incredible 30 years of service to the community and her fellow County employees.
Throughout her distinguished career, Joy has served across several departments, beginning at Health and Human Services, then moving to the Child Support Division, and ultimately completing her service in the Probation Department. No matter the role, Joy consistently brought professionalism, compassion, and a deep sense of purpose to her work.
The County of Siskiyou, in partnership with Northern Valley Catholic Social Services (NVCSS) and the City of Yreka, proudly celebrated the grand opening of Yreka Basecamp, a new year-round emergency shelter offering comprehensive services to individuals experiencing homelessness in the region.
Siskiyou County General Services is pleased to offer a FREE waste tire drop-off event for all Siskiyou County residents. This is a great opportunity to safely and responsibly dispose of old tires at no cost.
Event Details:
Dates: Saturday, August 2, 2025
Time: 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Location: Mt. Shasta - Black Butte Transfer Station, 3710 Spring Hill Road, Mt. Shasta, CA
Who Can Participate: Siskiyou County residents only (no commercial businesses)
The Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors has formally requested federal action to remove the gray wolf (Canis lupus) from the Endangered Species Act (ESA). In a letter to Congressman Doug LaMalfa, the Board cited growing concerns over the impact of gray wolves on the region’s agricultural economy and rural communities.
Due to wildfire activity in the region, Siskiyou County Public Health Director Shelly Davis, RN-PHN, and County Health Officer Dr. Donald E. Solus, MD, have issued a health advisory related to smoke and declining air quality.
Your health and safety remain our top priority. As wildfire smoke continues to impact air quality throughout the county, we urge all residents to stay informed and take action to protect themselves and their families—especially vulnerable groups such as children, older adults, and those with respiratory or heart conditions.
Yreka, CA – On July 1, 2025, the Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously (5–0) to proclaim a local state of emergency in response to the escalating threat posed by the illegal use of highly toxic pesticides associated with illicit cannabis cultivation and processing operations.
On June 23, 2025, the County of Siskiyou participated in a private gathering hosted by the Collier Interpretive and Information Center (CIIC) Board to celebrate two significant milestones: the installation of new regional information boards at the Collier Rest Area and the dedication of the River Walk in honor of former County Supervisor and CIIC board member Grace Bennett.
SISKIYOU COUNTY, CA - Over the last eleven years, the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office, Siskiyou County Office of Emergency Services (OES), CalFire, dispatchers, law enforcement, and other partners have relied on CodeRED as our main alert notification provider.
