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Beale Wins Top Air Force Environmental Award

Apr 07, 2026 08:08AM ● By Lloyd Green

Beale Air Force Base has received a top Air Force honor for its environmental restoration work, earning the 2024-2025 General Thomas D. White award in the installation category.

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Get Your Car Ready for a Summer Road Trip

Apr 06, 2026 11:19AM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

National Car Care Month is a good reminder that good vehicle maintenance may prevent a costly repair

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CHP Urges Drivers to Follow Hands-Free Law as Distracted Driving Awareness Month Begins

Apr 06, 2026 11:04AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Distracted driving causes hundreds of crashes across California each year, and violations of the state’s hands-free cellphone law remain an ongoing concern.

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Butte County Supports Tribe’s Recognition Effort

Mar 31, 2026 04:49PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors approved a letter of support earlier this month for the Konkow Valley Band of Maidu Indians of Butte County as the tribe continues its effort to obtain federal recognition.

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Planning Commission Rejects Richvale Cell Tower

Mar 31, 2026 04:26PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Planning Commission on March 26 denied a conditional use permit for a proposed Verizon cell tower east of Richvale, concluding the project posed safety risks to low‑flying agricultural aircraft.

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Supervisors Approve Funds for Fair Office

Mar 31, 2026 04:04PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved $6,500 in District 4 Priorities Funds to help the Butte County Fair complete renovations to its administration office in Gridley.

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Legacy Subdivision Environmental Review Approved

Mar 31, 2026 03:37PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Gridley City Council has approved an agreement to begin environmental review for the proposed Legacy Subdivision, a large residential development planned on the city’s edge.

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Pacific Coast Producers Acquires Del Monte Fruit Assets

Mar 30, 2026 04:18PM ● By MPG Staff

Pacific Coast Producers has completed its purchase of key Del Monte Foods assets tied to its fruit business, the company announced.

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Sutter Union High School Future Business Leaders of America

Marking Sutter County Where Our History Happened

Mar 30, 2026 04:05PM ● By Susan Meeker

The stories were already there, written into the landscape of Sutter County, waiting to be brought into view. On March 25, Sutter Union High School Future Business Leaders of America gave those stories a voice, anchoring them in the places where they happened.

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Press Conference Highlights Affordability Bills

Assembly Republicans Push Cost Relief as Families Get Squeezed

Mar 30, 2026 02:04PM ● By Assembly Republicans News Release

California families are paying more for gas, housing and everyday basics, and Assembly Republicans has announced a package of bills focused on lowering costs for working families across the state.

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Six in Ten Drivers Struggle with Headlight Glare

Mar 30, 2026 01:11PM ● By AAA Northern California News Release

New survey finds that glare is worsening and affecting drivers, raising concerns about safety

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Grant Program to Advance Forestry Science and Stewardship

Mar 30, 2026 12:54PM ● By California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection News Release

The California State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Effectiveness Monitoring Committee announced the opening of the committee’s annual EMC Grant Program, inviting research proposals to help shape the future of forestry and natural resource management across California.

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Planning Commission Seats Open in Gridley

Mar 24, 2026 03:59PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

The City of Gridley is seeking residents to fill three vacancies on the Planning Commission and is now accepting letters of interest.

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Free Cleanup Day Set for May 2 in Live Oak

Mar 24, 2026 02:57PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Live Oak residents can dispose of household waste and recyclable materials during a free community cleanup day scheduled for Saturday, May 2.

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Schohr Earns State FFA Honor

Mar 24, 2026 01:51PM ● By Lloyd Green

Joseph Schohr of Gridley FFA earned top honors at the 2026 California FFA State Conference, where he was named the State Proficiency Winner in Beef Production Entrepreneurship.

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Easter Events Set Across Region

Mar 24, 2026 01:42PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Communities across the region are preparing for a full schedule of Easter events, with activities beginning in late March and continuing into early April.

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Children’s Faire Set for April 11

Mar 24, 2026 01:34PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Valley Oak Children’s Services will host its annual Children’s Faire on Saturday, April 11, bringing families and community organizations together in downtown Chico.

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Street Food Festival Returns April 17

Mar 24, 2026 01:02PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

The City of Live Oak Parks and Recreation Department will host its third annual Street Food Festival on Friday, April 17, bringing food vendors, music and family activities back to Broadway Street.

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Local Writer Featured at Luncheon

Mar 24, 2026 10:04AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Author Steven T. Callan will speak at the Colusi County Historical Society’s April 18 luncheon, where he will discuss his latest novel, "The Outlaw from Newville."

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Sutter County Names Art Winners

Mar 23, 2026 05:02PM ● By MPG Staff

The Sutter County Board of Supervisors recognized four winners in its annual drawing contest, which invited residents to illustrate “Your Favorite Place in Sutter County.”

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United Way Postpones Annual Soiree

Mar 23, 2026 04:58PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

The Yuba Sutter Colusa United Way has postponed its Annual Elegant Soiree, originally scheduled for April 10, citing unforeseen circumstances that affected planning for the event.

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State Treasurer Honored with Champion of Agriculture Award

Mar 23, 2026 11:23AM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

In recognition of her long record of advocacy for California farmers, ranchers and rural communities, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma has been honored with the Champion of Agriculture Award.

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Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

Mar 17, 2026 04:45PM ● By MPG Staff

Shown is a historic Gridley building in its prime back “Then”. Based off this photograph, where was this building and what is located there “Now”?

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Redwood Pavilion Takes Shape

Mar 17, 2026 04:36PM ● By Seti Long

A redwood pavilion has quickly taken shape behind Sacred Heart Parish Hall in Gridley.

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Knights of St. Patty’s

Mar 17, 2026 04:31PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

The Knights of Columbus St. Mary’s Council #12527 held their 27th annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner on Saturday, March 14.

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Fat, Fat Jehoshaphat Musical

Mar 17, 2026 04:09PM ● By Gridley Christian Church News Release

On Sunday, March 22, Kids Choir will present the spring musical “Fat, Fat Jehoshaphat” at Gridley Christian Church at 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

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Guys and Dolls Draws Sold Out Crowd

Mar 17, 2026 04:05PM ● By Cindy Scott

Months of rehearsal paid off as a sold-out crowd enjoyed the GHS Drama Club’s presentation of “Guys and Dolls” on Thursday, March 12. For Friday’s performance, the cast performed with energy and expression despite a long day of band competition at Butte College.

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Farmers Insurance Supports Rescue Team

Mar 17, 2026 03:50PM ● By MPG Staff

The Butte County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue team has received a $7,500 grant from Brad Jacobson Farmers Insurance Agent and Farmers Insurance to help purchase safety equipment used in helicopter rescue operations.

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Dressing Up with Quota

Mar 17, 2026 03:47PM ● By Seti Long

The Gridley Quota Club is helping locals in need access affordable clothing through its thrift store while also supporting teens searching for prom dresses.

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Butte County Fire to Purchase Roadside Message Boards

Mar 17, 2026 03:42PM ● By Lloyd Green

The Butte County Board of Supervisors on March 17 approved an amendment to a state wildfire prevention grant allowing the Butte County Fire Department to purchase two electronic roadside message boards.

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Fatal Hit-and-Run Crashes Reach Record High, AAA Foundation Study Finds

Mar 16, 2026 12:56PM ● By AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety News Release

One in seven crashes in 2023 involved a driver who fled the scene

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California Ag Leadership Program Continues to Cultivate Future Leaders

Mar 16, 2026 12:47PM ● By Farm Credit Alliance News Release

Farm Credit proud to support the program, now in its 55th year, which is recognized as one of the top leadership development programs in the nation

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Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

Mar 10, 2026 01:21PM ● By MPG Staff

Shown is a historic Gridley building in its prime back “Then”. Based off this photograph, where was this building and what is located there “Now”?

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Butte County Dogs Compete in “Pooch Playoffs” Fundraiser

Mar 10, 2026 01:18PM ● By Lloyd Green

A Butte County photographer is inviting local pet owners to showcase their four-legged companions while helping raise funds for animals in need through a community contest this spring.

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