California Wildlife Officer Academy Graduates Largest Class in History

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Wildlife Officer Academy graduated and pinned badges on 54 new officers Aug. 1 in Paradise, Butte County. This group represents the largest academy graduating class in the California Department of Fish and Wildlife history Read More »

Fire Destroys Downtown Warehouse

Mid-morning Thursday, Aug. 1, a plume of black toxic smoke rose from the heart of Gridley’s downtown area. Read More »

CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento Read More »

Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California Read More »

A National Night of Fun!

Gridley Hosts Another Strong National Night Out. Read More »

Clayton Recognized for Saving Residents

At the last City Council meeting, City of Gridley employee Michael Clayton was recognized for his valiant efforts saving locals from a house fire. Read More »

First Human West Nile Virus Infection Confirmed in Butte County

On Aug. 2, the Butte County Department of Public Health (BCPH) announced the first confirmed human West Nile Virus (WNV) infection in Butte County this year. Read More »

PG&E Using Generators to Power Cohasset Ahead of Repopulation

Power lines serving Cohasset from Chico were damaged by the fire, but PG&E has already restored power to much of the community by installing utility-scale generators Read More »

New Box in Live Oak

Drivers making their way through the city of Live Oak can’t help but notice that there is something new going up along the Highway 99 corridor. Read More »

For the Love of Puppies

On the night of July 24, as people were frantically evacuating in a remote area above Cohasset, near Campbellville, a resident’s truck became disabled. Read More »

Lake Oroville Update

During the summer months, a unique bird makes its home in the waters around the Oroville-Thermalito Complex, with a little help from the Department of Water Resources (DWR) Read More »

Community Donors Welcome at Summer Blood Drive

When you donate July 28 to Aug. 29, you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two $10,000 gift cards Read More »

Marysville Drops Three-of-Five Heading to Pecos All-Star Break

The Marysville Drakes headed into the Pecos League All-Star Game six games above .500 Read More »

Engineering Report Finds Only Top Floor of Hotel Marysville at Risk of Falling

The report states that the top-story masonry walls must be stabilized prior to anyone entering the building to abate existing hazardous materials Read More »

Sweeties Opens

Have a sweet tooth? You are in luck because the long-awaited Sweeties has opened Read More »

Council Discusses Meaningful Collaboration in Planning Future Growth

At the July 15 regular Gridley City Council meeting, City Administrator Elisa Arteaga discussed how the city should respond to a proposed letter of agreement initiated by the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) regarding communication procedures to be followed in planning future housing development projects for the community Read More »

Gridley and Biggs Grow in Latest 7v7 Matchups

The final month of summer vacation began, and that means that Friday Night Lights will consume the area for the 2024 prep football season. Read More »

State Auditor Tells Legislature: Increase Penalties for Repeat Shoplifters

On the morning of July 25, the State Auditor recommended that the Legislature should increase penalties on repeat thieves. Read More »

CAL FIRE Investigators Arrest Man for a Fire in Concow

At 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, firefighters were dispatched to a vegetation fire near the old Rock House restaurant on Highway 70 and Timtam Lane in Concow. Read More »

Regional Child Support Agency Marks Child Support Awareness Month

This August, the Colusa Sutter Yolo Regional Child Support Agency joins the State of California, and counties statewide in commemorating Child Support Awareness Month. Read More »

Public Health Continues to Monitor Shigella Outbreak

The Butte County Department of Public Health (BCPH) has received concerns about Shigella transmission at Sycamore Pool, located at the One Mile Recreation area in Chico. Read More »

Park Fire Still Burning

A week after the Park Fire started in upper Bidwell Park, skies in Northern California are still filled with smoke as the massive wildfire continues to burn. Read More »

Congressman LaMalfa Makes Statement on Resignation of Kimberly Cheatle

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) issued the following statement after the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle. Read More »

A Sweet Sight

Live Oak’s iconic Penny Candy Store has undergone changes with new owner Lorrie Brummett at the shop’s helm. Read More »

State of Emergency Declared for Park Fire

On July 26, Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency in Butte and Tehama counties due to the Park Fire, the state’s largest fire to date in 2024 Read More »

The Things We Do So Others May Live

This weekend, our team conducted our annual Air Operations, Marine Unit, and Swift Water Rescue combination training on the Thermalito Afterbay Read More »

Sweeties!

Located in downtown Gridley, the adorable, sweet shop and bakery greets customers with a be-sprinkled sugar-pink wall Read More »

In Appreciation of Spencer

Recently, Gridley’s Lynne Spencer, who wears many hats, was awarded for her work with one of the non-profits she is affiliated with Read More »

Stiles Named District Commander

Owen Stiles, the commander of South Butte Post 210, American Legion, was elected as the Department of California American Legion Area 1, District 4 Commander Read More »

City Employee Deemed Hero

In the early morning hours of July 5, a city employee’s valiant actions played a large role in the successful knock down of a fire Read More »

Patriotism Not Cancelled

Despite the sweltering heat, smoky skies and fireworks show cancellations throughout the county, locals wouldn’t forfeit celebrating Independence Day Read More »

Marysville Council to Address Hotel Emergency Proclamation

Concerns Over the Structural Integrity of the Marysville Hotel Have Prompted the Marysville City Council to Convene a Special Meeting this Friday at 9 a.m. Read More »

Free Fishing Day: Get Hooked on New Adventure

During the second of California’s two free fishing days in 2024, which will be on Aug. 31, the public can fish throughout the Golden State without a fishing license. Read More »

PG&E Crews Restore Power to 2,026 Customers Impacted by the Park Fire

As the Park Fire progressed, PG&E de-energized distribution power lines in stages in and near the burn area at the request of fire agencies for firefighter and public safety Read More »

California Secures Federal Assistance to Support Response to Park Fire

Governor Gavin Newsom announced July 25 that California last night secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help ensure the availability of vital resources to suppress the fire burning in Butte County. Read More »