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County Department of Water and Resource Conservation Receives Award

Nov 29, 2024 09:05AM ● By Butte County Department of Water and Resource Conservation News Release

On Nov. 4, the Butte County Department of Water and Resource Conservation (BCDWRC) received the prestigious Farm City Celebration Community Service Award.

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City Reports Low Levels of “Forever Chemicals” in Some Wells

Nov 29, 2024 08:57AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

During Public Comment at the Nov. 20 Live Oak City Council meeting, resident and former Councilmember J.R. Thiara asked that Item 3 be pulled from the Consent Calendar for a public discussion.

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LaMalfa Statement on $1.75 Million EPA Award to Paradise

Nov 21, 2024 11:46AM ● By Office of Rep. Doug LaMalfa News Release

On Nov. 18, Rep. LaMalfa (R-Richvale) announced that the Environmental Protection Agency will be awarding $1.75 million to the Town of Paradise for the Sewer Regionalization Connection.

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CHP Swearing-In Ceremony Marks Milestone

Nov 21, 2024 11:36AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly announces a major achievement in its ongoing recruitment efforts as it officially swears in 121 new officers, bringing the Department past its goal of hiring over 1,000 officers.

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What’s Brewing in Biggs?

Nov 21, 2024 11:29AM ● By Seti Long

Over the past few months, the City of Biggs and its City Council have been addressing the concerns of residents within their community and dealing with internal issues.

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Public Health Awarded Grant for Child Safety Seat Education Program

Nov 21, 2024 11:11AM ● By Butte County News Release

Butte County Public Health (BCPH) has been awarded an Office of Traffic Safety Child Passenger Safety grant for $274,000.

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Orchard’s Tough Decision

Nov 21, 2024 11:06AM ● By Orchard Hospital News Release

For many years, the Christmas tree at Orchard Hospital has been a cherished symbol of the holiday season for our community.

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Biggs Hires Wagner as Interim City Administrator

Nov 21, 2024 10:52AM ● By Connie Voss

On Nov. 12, Biggs City Council voted to hire Gridley’s former City Administrator Cliff Wagner to serve as interim city administrator during the continued absence of Josh Cook.

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Gridley Honors Retired Police Chief Harr

Nov 21, 2024 10:49AM ● By Connie Voss, photos by Connie Voss

At the Nov. 19 City Council meeting, a special recognition was given to outgoing Gridley Police Chief, Rodney Harr. Many colleagues and friends turned out for the event.

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Forest Health Grant Funding Aims to Restore and Protect Thriving Forest Ecosystems

Nov 14, 2024 12:21PM ● By California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection News Release

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is announcing the availability of up to $70 million in funding for projects aimed at improving forest health across the state.

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Butte County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Finds Lost Hiker

Nov 14, 2024 11:40AM ● By Butte County Sheriff's Search and Rescue News Release

On the night of Nov. 9, the Butte County Sheriff's Search and Rescue team was activated to respond to the Milsap Bar area for a lost/missing hiker (MP).

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Gridley Sports Complex Phase 1 - Notice Inviting Bids

Nov 14, 2024 11:31AM ● By City of Gridley Public Notice

The City of Gridley (“City”) will receive sealed envelope bids only for the Gridley Sports Complex Phase 1 at Gridley City Hall, 685 Kentucky St., Gridley, CA 95948 until 2 p.m., Dec. 5. At which time or thereafter said bids may be read aloud. Bids shall be valid for 90 calendar days after the bid opening date.

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Enrollment Deadline Set for State Debris Removal Program

Nov 14, 2024 11:14AM ● By Butte County News Release

The Butte County Board of Supervisors has adopted a resolution setting a deadline of Jan. 15, 2025, for Park Fire and Thompson Fire-impacted residents to enroll in the State Debris Removal Program.

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Gridley Emergency Relief Services Pauses Christmas Basket Program

Nov 14, 2024 11:09AM ● By Gridley Emergency Relief Services News Release

Each Christmas season, Gridley Emergency Relief Services (G.E.R.S), working with participating churches in the Gridley/Biggs area, put together Christmas Baskets for lower-income families in the Gridley and Biggs area. This year, unfortunately, we will not be distributing baskets.

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Fraudulent Checks Attempted Against City of Live Oak

Nov 14, 2024 09:15AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Nov. 6 meeting of the Live Oak City Council, they first held a special meeting with an update of an incident of fraudulent checks.

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Reconstruction of High Glade Fire Lookout

Nov 07, 2024 01:44PM ● By Mendocino National Forest News Release

On Oct. 11, Mendocino National Forest contractors began reconstruction of the High Glade Lookout, which was destroyed by a wildfire in 2018.

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Wheeler Ranch Celebrates 25 Years

Nov 07, 2024 01:30PM ● By Connie Voss

On Oct. 30, Wheeler Ranch & Feed celebrated 25 years in business by giving a 25% discount off all merchandise.

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Public Health Urges Butte County Residents to Protect Against Seasonal Illnesses

Nov 07, 2024 01:22PM ● By Butte County Public Health Press Release

Vaccines Continue to Provide Best Protection Against Severe Illness

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Interacting with Honor

Nov 07, 2024 01:10PM ● By Seti Long

Gridley High School’s Interact Club, a Rotary-affiliated service club, has joined with the Chamber of Commerce to honor our servicemen, service women and nation on special holidays such as the upcoming Veterans Day.

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American Legion Post 210 Welcomes New Members

Nov 07, 2024 01:07PM ● By Seti Long

Growing in numbers, local American Legion Post 210 has welcomed new members.

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Gridley Praised by Mayor Farr

Nov 07, 2024 01:01PM ● By Connie Voss

Gridley Mayor Mike Farr praised Gridley city staff and referred to the city as a “shining star” at the Nov. 4 City Council meeting.

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Rotary Gathers Funds for Clock

Nov 07, 2024 12:58PM ● By Connie Voss

In honor of its centennial, Gridley Rotary Club has plans for a commemorative clock to be placed on the Hazel Street side of the Gridley Museum.

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Sen. Dodd Returns from Ukraine, Urges Action

Nov 05, 2024 04:07PM ● By Office of Senator Bill Dodd News Release

Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, recently returned from a weeklong diplomatic trip to Lviv, Ukraine.

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Doctors Say Bacterial Pneumonia Increasing, Especially Among Children

Nov 05, 2024 10:56AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Cases of pneumonia caused by the bacteria Mycoplasma, also known as "walking pneumonia," have been on the rise this year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Butte County Burn Permit Suspension to be Lifted

Nov 04, 2024 09:24AM ● By CAL FIRE/Butte County Fire Department News Release

Effective 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, the burn permit suspension in Butte County will be lifted.

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Sutter NWR Water Availability Improvements

Nov 04, 2024 09:20AM ● By Ducks Unlimited News Release

This year (2024), thanks to an unusually wet winter and spring, Sutter National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) near Yuba City will be flooded in time for the Oct. 21 waterfowl-hunting season opener.

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Gridley City Council Business

Nov 04, 2024 08:57AM ● By Connie Voss

Five items for consideration by the Gridley City Council were reviewed at the Oct. 21 meeting and all were unanimously approved.

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Get Out and Vote

Nov 04, 2024 08:50AM ● By MPG Staff

With the Nov. 5 General Election just days away, the California Secretary of State’s Office has several reminders for voters.

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California Prepares for Extreme Weather Swings as New Water Year Approaches

Oct 29, 2024 06:22PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) on Sept. 26 previewed the new Water Year, which started on Oct. 1, by highlighting preparations for more extreme weather events this season following a record hot summer across much of California and a looming La Niña pattern.

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Investing In the Sacramento River Valley

Oct 24, 2024 09:59AM ● By Bureau of Reclamation News Release

The Bureau of Reclamation on Oct. 17 announced the availability of $25 million from the Inflation Reduction Act for fish habitat and facility improvements in the Sacramento River Valley.

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Adventist Health and Rideout Earn Prestigious Baby-Friendly Designation

Oct 17, 2024 10:59AM ● By Adventist Health and Rideout News Release

Adventist Health and Rideout is thrilled to announce its Family Birthing Center has been awarded the internationally recognized Baby-Friendly designation after undergoing a comprehensive evaluation by Baby-Friendly USA.

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Gridley Unified Sued in Butte County Court

Oct 17, 2024 09:47AM ● By MPG Staff

According to an Oct. 15 court filing with the Butte County Superior Court, the Gridley Unified School District along with former teacher, Michelle Christine Solis, are being sued by a John Doe plaintiff.

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Vote-By-Mail Ballots Now Being Sent to California Voters

Oct 16, 2024 09:29AM ● By California Secretary of State News Release

California county elections officials have begun mailing vote-by-mail ballots to each active registered voter. California voters can expect to see their ballots arriving in the coming days.

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Joe Cunha Recognized for Success

Oct 10, 2024 02:48PM ● By Edward Jones Investments News Release

Edward Jones Financial Advisor Joe Cunha recently qualified for the Edward Jones recognition conference, Momentum, which celebrates the contributions and achievements of 819 successful financial advisors from the firm’s more than 19,000.

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