The county seat of Siskiyou County is Yreka, California. In 1851, Abraham Thompson was traveling the Siskiyou Trail from Oregon when he discovered gold. Within a month, thousands of miners were on the scene of what they called Thompson’s Dry Diggings, erecting tents, shanties, and cabins. The town was finally named after the Shasta indian word that means “white mountain,” referring to Mt. Shasta. In 1941, it was named the capital of the
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Church of the Nazarene - Yreka
Showcases the church’s history, service times and school. Also read about world religions and the church’s staff.
http://www.ynaz.com/
Official county economic development website, providing information about the business environment with a goal of attracting new businesses to the area and growing existing businesses.
http://www.siskiyoucounty.org/
Read about the institution’s research materials, novels, music and other resources. Patrons can read library news and review the library’s policies and rules.
http://www.snowcrest.net/siskiyoulibrary/
News articles and photographs about current affairs in Siskiyou County are shown on this site. Links to obituaries, California news, coupons and sports articles
http://www.siskiyoudaily.com/
Yreka Adventist Christian School
Outlines the private Christian school’s classes and events. Also read about the institution’s news and access photos of school activities.
http://www.yacschool.com/
Provides access to city information and business opportunities on the county seat of Siskiyou County. Includes an events calendar, economic profile, traffic cameras, and a directory of Yreka attractions and points of interest.
http://www.yrekachamber.com/
Yreka Union High School District
Learn about the city’s public high schools, administration and related employment opportunities. Includes district publications, a history of the district and links to district schools.
http://www.yuhsd.net/
