This year, the Quincy Chamber of Commerce announced that it has awarded the annual Quincy honorary mayor fundraiser to the Feather River Grange. One dollar equals one vote, and every dollar that people use to vote goes toward completing much-needed repairs to bring the local Grange back to life.
Voting stations are available at the following Quincy businesses:
- Carey Candy Co.
- The Knook
- Plumas Club
- Quintopia
- Rich Bar Taproom
- The Toy Store
- Wildflower Cafe
- The Wine Bar
The winner will be announced at the Quincy Chamber of Commerce’s Groundhog Fever Festival on Feb. 3 in Quincy.
Candidates
The candidates for honorary mayor of Quincy are as follows:
Kim Carroll: Hi! My name is Kimberly (Kim) Carroll. I have lived in this beautiful little town of Quincy since 1972. My husband and I raised our two children, Jessica and Joshua, here, also. Many of you know me from elementary school, Quincy Junior-Senior High School, Feather River College, working at Sights and Sounds, or serving up sandwiches at the Safeway deli. You also might know me through my involvement in local theatre, whether it be plays through FRC, directing for six years at QHS or directing and/or acting at West End Theatre, where I now work for dramaworks. Two years ago I became one-third of the now well-established Triple Threat Productions with Tina Terrazas and Lisa Kelly. I feel that one of the most important groups that I am involved with is Main Street Girls Against MS (multiple sclerosis). This is a group founded by the best of friends who spend a good deal of time fundraising to make life better for people with MS and other hardships. It truly makes a person feel better to know you are able to help someone who might not be able to help themselves due to a debilitating disease. I also “dabble” in photography, a passion of mine since I was 12 years old. I believe compassion and empathy is the answer to everything. “A smile is happiness you find right under your nose.” —unknown
Matthew Kitchens: Matthew Kitchens is a nine-year Plumas County resident. He moved to Quincy with his family to own and operate The Toy Store on Main Street. In his free time he likes to play board games and coach with the Lost Sierra Composite Bike Team. Matthew enjoys long walks in the forest
with his wife and local craft beer. This is his second time running for honorary mayor and he said he expects to be beaten this year by Saul.
Saul Wilson: Saul Wilson is a lifelong resident of Quincy. Saul is in second grade at Plumas Charter School and likes pizza parties. But it never really happens. He just likes pizza and having fun little parties. Saul thinks if restaurants’ bathrooms are dirty, they should clean them every day. Saul has protested at his school to get healthier foods in their lunches, and he often picks up trash he finds in the woods. If elected honorary mayor of Quincy, he promises to help whoever he sees needs help. Make the right call, vote for Saul!
About the Feather River Grange
The Grange is a community-driven organization that aims to strengthen rural areas by empowering individuals, promoting local engagement and fostering a sense of belonging among its members. It serves as a platform for people to come together, share knowledge, support local initiatives and work towards the betterment of their community and the land they steward. Granges often organize events, educational programs and social activities to facilitate connections among community members.
After years of fairly low activity, organizers report that local community members have decided to join the Feather River Grange and bring it back to life.
“The Feather River Grange has a lot of work to do in order to get up and running again,” said supporter Mitch Poling. Immediate goals include making sure the building at 440 Main St. in Quincy is up to the Grange standard, which entails some yard work, a fresh paint job and internal repairs. “After that, we can channel all our focus on the community!”
Poling said supporters hope to provide the community with an affordable rental space for parties and gatherings, hosted community meals and various educational workshops.
Information submitted by Feather River Grange