Dec 30, 2025
High-traffic placement gives rural makers a simple advantage: more visibility, more customers, and more consistent sales. In our one-year update (Dec 6, 2024–Dec 23, 2025), The Quincy Hub generated $162,063 in total sales, including $88,415 in Made in Plumas County store sales. We welcomed 25,000+ customers from 49 states and 40 countries, supporting 84 product makers. This is buy-local in action—featuring products made in Plumas County and keeping more dollars circulating locally.
Dec 25, 2025
In December 2024, Plumas County approved ARPA-funded agreements to strengthen local business support capacity. Here’s what IVIH’s allocation supported, what we delivered, and the outcomes we tracked.
Dec 24, 2025
Produced by Indian Valley Innovation Hub, this new folk/Americana song is a Plumas County love letter—rooted in our historic downtowns, local merchants, and the light-parade magic that brings our mountain towns to life each winter. The lyrics celebrate the everyday makers of the season—bakers, florists, woodworkers, chefs, and shopkeepers—alongside the simple joys of cocoa, storefront displays, carols, and close-knit neighbors. It’s a warm small-town antidote to the rush: a “mountain-town tonic” to big-city holiday stress, and a reminder of the romance of an old-west Christmas.
Dec 2, 2024
Starlink's FCC approval for direct-to-cell satellite service promises to revolutionize connectivity in rural Plumas County, California, bringing significant improvements to communication, public safety, and economic development.
Nov 30, 2024
Join us for an open house of our new location, the Quincy Hub, on Friday, December 6th, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. during Quincy Sparkle! We invite everyone to come tour the space, ask questions, and warm up with some free hot chocolate.
Oct 16, 2024 · Event
"Entrepreneurship is for Everyone". Join ChicoSTART in celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) with a day scaling up your startup skills Wednesday, November 20th!
Oct 12, 2024
After facing setbacks from severe winter weather, Greenville's internet connectivity has been restored thanks to a dedicated community effort. Learn how collaboration, innovation, and the generosity of local organizations led to the successful repair and upgrade of the Line of Sight (LOS) internet delivery system.
Oct 11, 2024 · Resources · Financial Resources
Small businesses and nonprofits, are you ready to tap into federal grants and contracts? This guide provides essential information and resources to ensure you're eligible for these lucrative opportunities.
Oct 9, 2024 · Fictitious Name Report · Statistics
Learn valuable insights into recent business filings, real estate market trends, unemployment rates, and labor statistics. This will help you stay informed about the latest developments in the local economy for September and make informed decisions.
Oct 9, 2024 · Resources · Financial Resources
Is your business thriving or struggling? A Profit and Loss Statement, or P&L, can provide the necessary clarity. Discover how to create a P&L, analyze its key components, and use it to make informed decisions for your future growth.
Oct 4, 2024 · Resources · Wildfire Preparedness & Recovery · Utilities Resources
Consumer protection & assistance programs are available for customers Impacted by the Park, Thompson, Borel, and Gold Complex Fires.
Jul 2, 2024
An argument for data-driven decision-making in business as it relates to events and fairs. We're also discussing the economic impact of events and how successful ones showcase the potential for economic growth in the county through well-planned and managed events.
Jul 2, 2024 · Fictitious Name Report
Hear about all the fictitious business name filings and re-filings in Plumas County for the past calendar month. We list the business names, the type of filing (new or re-file), and the district in which they were filed.
Jul 2, 2024 · Resources
Learn about the Plumas County CEDS, a comprehensive economic development plan. It serves as a valuable resource for various entities in the county, providing data, identifying priorities, and highlighting opportunities for growth. You'll understand how the CEDS can aid in grant applications, planning efforts, and fostering collaboration for regional economic development.