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Gridley Raises Concerns Over Traffic Safety Data

Mar 10, 2026 12:39PM ● By Susan Meeker

Federal transportation safety data presented to regional officials last month is drawing attention from Gridley leaders after a city representative said crash patterns in the community appear disproportionately high compared with other areas of Butte County.

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Live Oak Council Receives CEDS Report

Mar 10, 2026 12:33PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the March 4 meeting of the Live Oak City Council, members heard a presentation on the Yuba-Sutter Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) 2025 Annual Performance Report.

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‘Golden Days & Country Ways’ at the Butte County Fair

Mar 10, 2026 12:30PM ● By Seti Long

As the year moves toward spring and warmer weather, annual activities and events are preparing for their 2026 premiere, including the Butte County Fair.

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Meat Processing Facility Tour

Regional Meat Processing Facility Tour Set for March 30

Mar 10, 2026 08:49AM ● By Lloyd Green

Organizers have announced another public tour of the developing USDA and California Department of Food and Agriculture certified meat processing facility at the Colusa Industrial Park.

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Assemblyman James Gallagher

Gallagher Enters First District Race

Mar 10, 2026 08:35AM ● By MPG Staff

California Assemblyman James Gallagher filed official paperwork to run for Congress in California’s First Congressional District following the death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa.

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Statewide Snowpack Remains Below Average Despite February Boost

Mar 09, 2026 11:21AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) recently conducted the third snow survey of the season at Phillips Station. The manual survey recorded 28 inches of snow depth and a snow water equivalent of 11 inches, which is 47 percent of average for this location.

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CalHR Named Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner

Mar 09, 2026 10:59AM ● By California Department of Human Resources News Release

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) has been named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) winner for strengths development. The award recognizes organizations that create workplace cultures that help people do their best work.

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help wanted jobs

California Comment on NFIB’s Latest Jobs Report

Mar 09, 2026 10:55AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

National numbers not reflective of state’s below national average on optimism

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Museum Weekend Connects Past and Present

Mar 03, 2026 03:58PM ● By Susan Meeker, photos by Susan Meeker

As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary on July 4, the Gridley Museum marked Butte County Museum Weekend with a special screening of Ken Burns documentaries on the Revolutionary War.

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Gridley Rotary Club hosted its annual Rotary Speech Contest

Four Speak at Rotary Speech Contest

Mar 03, 2026 03:43PM ● By Seti Long

The Gridley Rotary Club hosted its annual Rotary Speech Contest, featuring four student speakers from Live Oak.

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Gridley Revives Highway 99 Development

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

The Gridley Planning Commission voted unanimously on Feb. 18 to reinstate a long-discussed site development plan for a commercial project at 1225 Highway 99, allowing a mixed-use development to move forward after previous approvals expired.

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historic Gridley building

Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

Mar 03, 2026 03:25PM ● By Seti Long

The Gridley Museum has partnered with the Gridley Herald to launch a historical photo contest titled “Then & Now.”

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orchestra and choir

Interfaith Choir to Perform 'Lamb of God'

Mar 03, 2026 03:21PM ● By Cindy Scott

Area singers and musicians will present Rob Gardner’s “Lamb of God” on Palm Sunday, March 29 at 6 p.m. at the Oroville State Theatre. Admission is free and tickets may be reserved at Eventbrite.com by searching “Lamb of God Oroville.”

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‘Guys and Dolls’ Performing March 11-13

Mar 03, 2026 03:15PM ● By Cindy Scott

Gambling gangsters and high romance come together in the GHS musical “Guys and Dolls,” performing March 11 at 4 p.m. and March 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. in the Guardian Building at Gridley High School, 300 E. Spruce St.

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gas station pumping gas

Butte County Marks Weights and Measures Week

Mar 03, 2026 02:51PM ● By Susan Meeker

Every time a Butte County resident pumps gas, buys produce or pays by weight at the checkout counter, there is a quiet local system working behind the scenes to make sure the numbers are right.

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Abandoned Nuisance Property

City Fences Abandoned Nuisance Property

Mar 03, 2026 01:58PM ● By Susan Meeker

A chain link security fence now surrounds the property at 110 Virginia St., marking the city’s latest effort to stabilize a long troubled site that has been used as a homeless encampment and the scene of repeated law enforcement responses.

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Clocks Spring Forward Sunday, March 8

Mar 02, 2026 04:44PM ● By MPG Staff

Clocks will move forward one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, as daylight saving time begins.

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New Report Exposes ‘Indefensible Waste’ in Prison Budget

Mar 02, 2026 01:01PM ● By Californians United for a Responsible Budget (CURB) News Release

CURB Calls for at least 5 More Closures to Reduce State Deficit

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A drone view of the Bethany Reservoir

Governor Newsom Launches Most Ambitious Water Plan in California History

Mar 02, 2026 12:56PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Feb. 25 the formal launch of the California Water Plan 2028, marking the start of a multi-year effort to modernize statewide water planning in response to climate-driven extremes and long-term water reliability challenges.

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PG&E Working on Gas Line at Biggs Community Hall

Feb 25, 2026 04:48PM ● By Pacific Gas and Electric Company News Release

Pacific Gas and Electric Company will be improving the safety and reliability of the natural gas system in front of and near the Biggs Community Hall at 280 B Street starting March 2.

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State Balances Flood Control, Fish Protections at Oroville

Feb 24, 2026 12:59PM ● By Lloyd Green

The California Department of Water Resources is maintaining releases from Oroville Dam as part of ongoing efforts to repel salinity intrusion in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and comply with state and federal requirements.

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Chamber Celebrates Newest Downtown Business

Feb 24, 2026 12:48PM ● By MPG Staff

The Clayground on Hazel Street in Gridley celebrated its partnership with the Gridley Area Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, Feb. 19.

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Butte County Secures Funding for Safer Roads

Feb 24, 2026 12:45PM ● By Susan Meeker

A new federal transportation safety grant is expected to bring targeted help to small communities such as Gridley and Biggs, where narrow roads, limited pedestrian access and higher than average injury rates have made every day travel more dangerous for residents.

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Live Oak Faces Ongoing Deficit

Feb 24, 2026 12:35PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council reviewed a midyear budget report Feb. 18 for fiscal year 2025-2026, which ends in June, as city leaders continued to confront a structural deficit across multiple funds.

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Applications Open for Butte County Arts Designation

Feb 24, 2026 12:30PM ● By MPG Staff

Local arts organizations in Butte County now have an opportunity to compete for a state designation that could bring up to $75,000 in annual funding and technical assistance.

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Soil Problems Deepen at Gridley Sports Complex

Feb 24, 2026 12:25PM ● By Susan Meeker

Gridley’s long-planned sports complex is facing another setback after new geotechnical findings revealed widespread soil instability beneath the proposed lighting foundations.

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Gridley Lions Host Student Speaker Contest

Gridley Lions Host Student Speaker Contest

Feb 24, 2026 12:21PM ● By Seti Long

The Gridley Lions Club invited youth from the surrounding area to the Lion’s Den for the 89th annual California Lions Student Speaker Contest.

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Chamber Hosts Edward Jones Ribbon Cutting

Feb 24, 2026 12:19PM ● By Seti Long

The Gridley Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated Edward Jones financial advisor Rob Haeberle with a ribbon cutting Wednesday, Feb. 18.

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Gridley Unified School District Nutrition Department staff

Fresh Cooking Takes Root in Gridley Schools

Feb 24, 2026 12:05PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Gridley Unified School District’s Nutrition Department is serving up fresher meals under the direction of Nutrition Director Michele Diaz.

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veterans beneath the newly installed POW/MIA Bridge

Twin Cities Honor Missing Service Members

Feb 23, 2026 04:06PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Dignitaries from Marysville and Yuba City gathered Feb. 20 to rename and dedicate the 10th Street Bridge in honor of prisoners of war and service members missing in action.

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Clean California Grants Target Litter and Employment

Feb 23, 2026 03:11PM ● By MPG Staff

The California Department of Transportation announced it will distribute $25 million to 90 local projects aimed at removing litter and graffiti while expanding paid job training programs in underserved communities.

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CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

Feb 23, 2026 01:00PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is thrilled to announce that Meghan Hertel has officially been sworn in as Director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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Filing Opens for June Primary

Feb 17, 2026 02:24PM ● By MPG Staff

The candidate filing period for the June 2 Statewide Direct Primary Election opened Feb. 9 and runs through March 6, according to Butte County Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters Keaton Denley.

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Gridley High School Drama Club

GHS Performing ‘Guys and Dolls’ in March

Feb 17, 2026 02:03PM ● By Cindy Scott

The Gridley High School Drama Club is preparing to bring the classic musical “Guys and Dolls” to the stage next month in the Guardian Building.

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Butte Supervisors OK Youth Services Contract

Feb 17, 2026 02:01PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors approved a new 16-month contract with Youth for Change to provide mental health and wraparound services for young people involved in the county’s juvenile justice system.

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