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Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

May 13, 2026 08:23AM ● 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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Live Oak Approves Road Funding Claim

May 13, 2026 08:09AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council on May 6 approved the submission of a Transportation Development Act claim for fiscal year 2021-22 funding to support local road improvement projects.

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Looking Back at Red Suspenders

May 12, 2026 04:53PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Long before Red Suspenders Day became one of Gridley’s signature traditions, downtown merchants were simply trying to bring people back to Main Street.

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City Hires Recreation Manager to Lead Programs

May 12, 2026 04:42PM ● By Susan Meeker

Gridley moved to stabilize and rebuild its recreation department on May 4 when the city introduced Jamie Luevano as its new recreation manager, a position the city created to bring consistent leadership to programs, staffing and community activities.

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Auxiliary Launches America 250 Poster Contest

May 12, 2026 04:32PM ● By MPG Staff

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 210 South Butte is inviting student artists from Biggs, Gridley and Live Oak to help celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday through a community poster contest.

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Freedom Truck Stops in Live Oak

May 12, 2026 04:18PM ● By Seti Long

The Freedom Truck, a traveling mobile museum presented by PragerU, recently made a stop in Live Oak as part of a nationwide tour celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States.

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County Backs Tribe’s Foreign-Trade Zone Effort

May 12, 2026 04:14PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors has approved a letter of support backing Enterprise Rancheria’s application to establish a federal Foreign-Trade Zone in Butte County, a designation county leaders said could help attract business investment and reduce operating costs for manufacturers and exporters.

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Annual Fishing Day Hooks Families

May 12, 2026 04:09PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Hundreds of young anglers and their families cast lines at Gray Lodge Wildlife Area on May 9 during the ninth annual Kids Fishing Day hosted by Gridley Parks and Recreation.

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Behavioral Health Facility Plans Reviewed

May 12, 2026 03:23PM ● By Susan Meeker

Plans for a new 10,000-square-foot behavioral health clinic on Sycamore Street were outlined for the Gridley City Council last week, offering the most complete public update to date on the county-funded project.

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Adventist Health and Rideout Renews Support for Yuba-Sutter Baseball Team

May 12, 2026 10:23AM ● By MPG Staff

Adventist Health and Rideout will return as the official healthcare partner of the Yuba-Sutter Freebirds for the 2026 baseball season, continuing a partnership focused on community health and local sports.

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California Study Examines Safer Alternatives to Post-Harvest Fumigants

May 12, 2026 09:08AM ● By California Department of Pesticide Regulation News Release

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) recently released the post-harvest commodity fumigation component of a multipart independent scientific study evaluating alternatives to fumigant pesticides.

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Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

May 06, 2026 12:12PM ● By MPG Staff

Shown is a historic Gridley building in its prime back “Then”, Photo #10. Based off this photograph, where was this building and what is located there “Now”?

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Butte County Fire personnel and Gridley Area Chamber of Commerce members

It's Red Suspenders Time!

May 06, 2026 12:00PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Gridley Gears Up for Annual Celebration

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Gridley Quota filled Veterans Memorial Hall

Quota Luncheon, A Patriotic Bite

May 06, 2026 11:45AM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Gridley Quota Holds Annual Salad Luncheon

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Parish Seeks Centennial Memories

May 06, 2026 11:33AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Sacred Heart Parish, 1560 Hazel St., in Gridley has issued a call for photos, stories and historical items as it prepares for its 100-year anniversary in 2026.

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Memorial Day Ceremony Set, Beale AFB Flyover Planned

May 06, 2026 11:29AM ● By MPG Staff

The Gridley-Biggs Military Veterans Court of Honor Committee will host its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 25 at the Gridley-Biggs Cemetery District, honoring fallen service members and recognizing those who continue to serve.

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Gridley FFA Livestock Team Wins State Championship

May 06, 2026 11:10AM ● By Seti Long

Gridley FFA’s livestock team claimed the state championship, along with the large silver trophy, at the California FFA State Judging Finals held May 2-3 at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo.

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Butte Supervisors Retain Friends of the Arts

Apr 28, 2026 03:23PM ● By Susan Meeker

In a split 3-2 vote, the Butte County Board of Supervisors on April 14 designated the Upstate Community Enhancement Foundation, known as Friends of the Arts, as the county’s Local Arts Agency after a competing motion to select the State Theater Arts Guild failed.

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FEMA Silence Raises Concerns in Butte County

Apr 28, 2026 02:45PM ● By Susan Meeker

Butte County officials are facing new uncertainty in federal disaster recovery efforts after learning that key FEMA-funded projects were denied without notice during a recent federal shutdown.

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Sutter County Launches ‘Yodel Pass’ for Boat Access

Apr 28, 2026 01:30PM ● By MPG Staff

Sutter County has launched a new digital system aimed at streamlining access to several popular boat launch and parking locations.

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B-Line Adds App, Smart Card Payments

Apr 28, 2026 01:08PM ● By MPG Staff

Butte Regional Transit has introduced new fare payment options, allowing riders to use a mobile app or reloadable cards as part of a broader system upgrade.

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Rise and Shine!

Apr 28, 2026 12:48PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Bed Races Return as Crowd Favorite in Gridley Red Suspenders Day

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Sutter County Approves $8.3M Road Plan

Apr 28, 2026 09:23AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Sutter County Board of Supervisors has approved an $8.3 million road work plan for fiscal year 2026-27, advancing a list of projects focused on road repairs, bridge upgrades and long-term infrastructure needs.

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Yuba City Walk Raises TSC Awareness, May 16

Apr 27, 2026 05:56PM ● By MPG Staff

Local families and advocates will gather May 16 at Didar Bains Park for the Step Forward to Cure TSC event, a fundraiser and awareness campaign supporting those affected by tuberous sclerosis complex.

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Durham Farmers Market Runs Sundays Through October

Apr 22, 2026 09:38AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

The Durham Grange Farmers Market will continue every Sunday through Oct. 25 following a strong opening day that drew families, vendors and community groups to the Midway.

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We’re Diggin’ It

Apr 22, 2026 09:28AM ● By Seti Long

Fairgrounds Holds Volunteer Day

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Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

Apr 22, 2026 09:23AM ● 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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Biggs PAWS Plans Snow Cone Fundraiser

Apr 22, 2026 09:08AM ● By Seti Long

Biggs Parents Association Working for Students, or PAWS, is partnering with Kona Ice of Yuba City to help raise funds for students in the district.

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Gridley Welcomes Pharmacy with Ribbon Cutting

Apr 22, 2026 09:06AM ● By Seti Long

Two familiar faces stand behind the counter of the only privately owned medical dispensary in town, Gridley Pharmacy.

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Gridley Financial Advisor Honored

Apr 22, 2026 08:56AM ● By MPG Staff

Financial advisor Joe F. Cunha of Gridley has been named to the 2026 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list and has qualified for a national Edward Jones recognition conference, according to a pair of company releases.

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Biggs Finances Hold Strong at Mid Year

Apr 22, 2026 08:43AM ● By Susan Meeker

The City of Biggs is moving through the second half of the fiscal year in a solid financial position, with mid-year figures showing higher revenues, lower spending and reserves well above the required level.

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Upstate Artists Can Apply for State Fellowships

Apr 21, 2026 03:45PM ● By MPG Staff

Individual artists across Northern California can apply for a new round of state-funded fellowships offering awards from $5,000 to $50,000, with applications due May 6.

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Sutter County Honors Museum Volunteers

Apr 21, 2026 03:32PM ● By Susan Meeker

Sutter County officials recognized the contributions of local volunteers during a proclamation marking National Volunteer Week, highlighting the role they play in supporting the Sutter County Museum and the broader community.

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Participants gather for a group photo before beginning the Ruck the Buttes walk

Ruck the Buttes Honors Military Service

Apr 21, 2026 03:15PM ● By Susan Meeker, photos by Susan Meeker

Ruck the Buttes returned to Sutter County on April 18, drawing two dozen people to the base of the Sutter Buttes for a 15‑mile military‑inspired walk that blended fitness, gratitude and a shared sense of purpose.

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Sutter County Moves to Lower Rural Speed Limits

Apr 21, 2026 03:07PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Sutter County Board of Supervisors on April 14 advanced two ordinances establishing new speed limits on rural roadways, citing traffic safety concerns and engineering studies. Final approval is scheduled for April 28.

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