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May brings Scrub Fair Fundraiser, 5K walk/run and Quality Summit

May 01, 2025 09:31AM ● By Enloe Health News Release

May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to learn about the signs of stroke. Did you know that someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds in the United States?

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Sutter County Hires Legal Team to Address Oroville Dam Flood Concerns

Apr 29, 2025 09:53AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Sutter County Board of Supervisors has approved a contract with a Sacramento-based law firm to help address concerns over flood risks tied to the operations of Oroville Dam.

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The Moving Wall, a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C., helps bring closure and healing to veterans

The Moving Wall is Coming to Chico

Apr 24, 2025 09:43AM ● By The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 582 News Release

The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 582 for Butte, Glenn and Tehama counties is bringing The Moving Wall to Chico from June 5 through June 9. The Moving Wall will be located at the Chico Elks Lodge, 1705 Manzanita Ave., and will be open to the public 24 hours a day.

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The City of Gridley encourages community members to attend Gridley’s Substance Abuse Prevention Forum

Substance Abuse Prevention Forum Addresses Concerns

Apr 24, 2025 09:39AM ● By MPG staff

The City of Gridley encourages community members to attend Gridley’s Substance Abuse Prevention Forum on April 29.

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The Stonycreek Horsemen’s Association is proud to honor George Corbin and Linda Rahn Corbin as the grand marshals for the 82nd annual Stonyford Rodeo

Stonyford Rodeo Grand Marshals: George and Linda Rahn Corbin

Apr 24, 2025 09:35AM ● By Stonycreek Horsemen’s Association News Release

The Stonycreek Horsemen’s Association is proud to honor George Corbin and Linda Rahn Corbin as the grand marshals for the 82nd annual Stonyford Rodeo.

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Butte-Glenn Community College’s Big Time event will feature music and comedy

Third Annual Big Time Celebration at Butte College

Apr 24, 2025 09:29AM ● By Butte-Glenn Community College News Release

Butte College invites the community to its third annual Big Time celebration on May 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the college’s main campus.

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Gridley Council Told Sidewalks Need Repair

Apr 24, 2025 09:26AM ● By Connie Voss

Information was presented by Marcus Beverly, program manager for the Northern California Cities Self Insurance Fund (NCCSIF) Alliant Insurance Services at the Gridley City Council’s bimonthly meeting on April 21.

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inaugural Gold Country Brew Fest and State BBQ Championship makes its debut at the Gold Country Casino Resort

Inaugural Gold Country Brew Fest and State BBQ Championship Debuts

Apr 24, 2025 09:24AM ● By Gold Country Casino Resort News Release

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable day of bold flavors, cold brews and nonstop entertainment as the inaugural Gold Country Brew Fest and State BBQ Championship makes its debut at the Gold Country Casino Resort on May 17!

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Quota Rocks!

Apr 24, 2025 09:20AM ● By Connie Voss

Youngsters from Gridley participated in a special rock painting party on April 12 at Quota Park, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event was organized by Peggy Harshbarger and the Quota club of Gridley.

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Live Oak Hires New Interim City Manager

Apr 24, 2025 08:48AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council held a special meeting on April 7, with a closed session to discuss the dismissal of the current Interim City Manager Richard Crabtree, as well as the recruitment of a new interim city manager.

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Tommy Moose dolls were donated to Orchard Hospital

‘Tommy Moose’ Dolls Donated to Orchard Hospital

Apr 24, 2025 08:38AM ● By Connie Voss

Carrying on a tradition, the Gridley Moose Lodge donated a case of 12 stuffed toy moose dolls (a.k.a. “Tommy Moose”) to benefit young patients at Orchard Hospital. The stuffed toys help comfort children in stressful situations.

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Congressman LaMalfa Statement on the Passage of the SAVE Act

Apr 23, 2025 09:41AM ● By Office of Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

On April 10, Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a bill that ensures only U.S. citizens can vote in federal elections by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration.

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First Earth Day Block Party Offered Family Fun

Apr 16, 2025 09:30AM ● By Connie Voss, photos by Connie Voss

On April 12, Gridley City Councilmember Catalina Sanchez hosted Gridley’s inaugural Earth Day Block Party at the Magnolia Terrace cul-de-sac next to St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church. The official Earth Day is April 22.

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Timbuctoo Tours Return to Pioneer Day

Apr 16, 2025 09:25AM ● By Lane Parker

The Smartsville and Timbuctoo Pioneer Day festival is on Saturday, April 26. For the second year in a row, after an interruption of many years, the festival will take place. It will include tours of the Timbuctoo townsite, thanks to the efforts of E Clampus Vitus Nevada City Chapter 10 and to Clementine, a 1932 MacDonald DrayMaster truck.

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Welcome Home

Apr 16, 2025 09:19AM ● By Charles Borsos, 9th Reconnaissance Wing

Beale Airmen Return from Leading Expeditionary Operations

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Nighttime Construction Began on State Route 99

Apr 16, 2025 09:06AM ● By California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) News Release

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is alerting motorists that overnight construction work on State Route 99 (SR 99) in Gridley began April 13, after press time, as part of a major roadway improvement project.

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Christian Life to Offer Easter Service, Egg Hunt and Luncheon

Apr 16, 2025 09:03AM ● By Cindy Scott, photos by Cindy Scott

Christian Life invites the community to participate in their special Easter service at 10 a.m. April 20.

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Katharine Quist, First Woman Agricultural Commissioner in Butte County

Apr 16, 2025 09:01AM ● By Connie Voss

In January, Katharine Quist from Gridley became the first woman to serve as Butte County’s agricultural commissioner and director of weights and measures. Quist replaced the outgoing commissioner, Louie Mendoza, who retired after 22 years.

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Jack in the Box Opens in Live Oak

Apr 10, 2025 10:04AM ● By Connie Voss, photos by Connie Voss

A crowd of about 100 gathered on April 7 for the grand opening of Jack in the Box at 10045 Live Oak Blvd., Live Oak.

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Food Drive Benefits Biggs United Methodist Food Closet

Apr 10, 2025 09:56AM ● By Cindy Scott

Children of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints participated in an annual service project.

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High Wheelers to Host NorCal Showdown

Apr 10, 2025 09:41AM ● By Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers Press Release

Join the Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers at historic Bryant Field April 15 to 17, as some of the top high school baseball teams in Northern California battle it out in this high-stakes NorCal Showdown tournament.

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Biggs Searches for New City Administrator

Apr 10, 2025 09:27AM ● By Connie Voss

During the regular April 8 Biggs City Council meeting, Biggs Interim City Administrator Cliff Wagner announced that the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) regulations require that active recruitment for a permanent city administrator be in progress for him to continue in the interim position.

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Gridley Council Considers Expanding Feather Flyer Service

Apr 10, 2025 09:16AM ● By Connie Voss

During the April 7 Gridley City Council meeting, two newly-promoted employees were recognized: Deputy City Clerk Carmen Santana and Assistant Finance Director Patricia Taverner, the former business services director.

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Council Celebrates Soccer and Wrestling Champions

Apr 10, 2025 09:12AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council issued proclamations on April 2 recognizing the accomplishments of student athletes from Live Oak High School.

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Hippity, Hoppity, the Easter Bunny is on its Way

Apr 10, 2025 09:08AM ● By Gridley Lions Club News Release

The Gridley Lions Club’s 47th annual Easter Egg Hunt at Manuel Vierra Park on Saturday, April 19 is for children up to 9 years old and starts at 11 a.m.

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Rep. LaMalfa Recognized for Leadership in Forestry and Rural Industry

Apr 09, 2025 11:00AM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) was selected to receive the 2025 Congressional Leadership Award from the American Loggers Council (ALC) and the American Biomass Energy Association (ABEA) for his work to support the timber and biomass industries, improve forest management, and reduce wildfire risks.

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Live Oak Councilmember Opens Kid-Friendly Coffee Shop

Apr 02, 2025 04:13PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

A line of customers wrapped around the block and down the street on Saturday, March 29, in Live Oak, starting at the corner of Fir and California Street.

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Gridley Library Expands Hours

Apr 02, 2025 03:57PM ● By Connie Voss

A resolution was made to expand library hours throughout the county, effective April 1, during the March 25 Butte County Board of Supervisors meeting.

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Biggs Softball Dominates in Tournament Play

Apr 02, 2025 03:51PM ● By MPG Staff

The Biggs High School softball team has been on a tear during tournament play in March.

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Butte College Speech and Debate Wins Big

Apr 02, 2025 03:45PM ● By Christian Gutierrez, Butte College Public information Officer

The Butte College Speech and Debate team won first-place overall at the Hornet Cup, held on March 22 and March 23 at California State University, California.

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Goodbye, Clark & Sons Shop

Apr 02, 2025 03:42PM ● By Connie Voss

After 42 years in business, Clark & Sons Small Engine Repair, located at 1291 State Highway 99 in Gridley, will permanently close.

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Butte Water District Rates Increasing

Apr 02, 2025 03:33PM ● By Connie Voss, photos by Connie Voss

A vote was taken at the Butte Water District (BWD) March 31 public hearing to raise water rates and implement a new Groundwater Management Fee.

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Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Drug Raid

Apr 02, 2025 09:03AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Marysville Police Department has identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot on the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst.

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Rep. LaMalfa Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Repeal Federal Excise Tax on Heavy Trucks

Apr 01, 2025 12:08PM ● By Office of Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

On March 26, Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to repeal the twelve percent Federal excise tax on heavy trucks with Reps. Pappas (D-NH), LaHood (R-IL), Carbajal (D-CA) and Miller (R-OH).

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