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Butte Supervisors Tap Connelly, Ritter to Lead Roles

Jan 20, 2026 04:34PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors reorganized on Jan. 13, selecting longtime District 1 Supervisor Bill Connelly to serve as board chair for 2026.

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Special Election Announced for LaMalfa Seat

Jan 20, 2026 02:14PM ● By Lloyd Green

Gov. Gavin Newsom has scheduled a special election for Aug. 4, to fill the vacant congressional seat in California’s 1st District following the death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa.

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Gallagher’s License Plate Modernization Bill Advances, Carrying Forward LaMalfa’s Decade-Long Advocacy

Jan 14, 2026 08:19AM ● By Assemblyman James Gallagher News Release

Jan. 12, in a meaningful tribute to the late Congressman Doug LaMalfa, Assemblyman James Gallagher’s (R-East Nicolaus) legislation to modernize California’s vehicle license plate system cleared the Assembly Transportation Committee.

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HR 1 Bringing Major Changes to County Aid

Jan 06, 2026 04:11PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors was briefed in December on the significant federal impacts of House Resolution 1 on local public health and social services.

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LaMalfa, Longtime North State Congressman Passes

Jan 06, 2026 02:49PM ● By MPG Staff

U.S. Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a longtime Republican lawmaker who represented much of Northern California, has died, House Republican leadership announced Tuesday. He was 65.

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California Turns Winter Season Rain into Future Water Supply

Dec 30, 2025 02:39PM ● By Governor Gavin Newsom’s Office News Release

As California enters the upcoming season of winter rains, the Newsom administration and local agencies are working to collect as much of that stormwater as possible for future use.

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Unstable Riverbed Conditions Derail Gridley Sewer Plans

Dec 30, 2025 02:29PM ● By Susan Meeker

Once again, Gridley’s unusual subsurface conditions are disrupting a major public works project.

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Council Approves Legal Representation in Nationwide Settlement

Dec 24, 2025 08:13AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Dec. 17 meeting, the Live Oak City Council selected members to serve as mayor and vice mayor for 2026.

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LaMalfa Comments on Farm Aid Package

Dec 23, 2025 01:45PM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) released the following statement after President Trump announced an economic assistance package for American farm producers.

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LaMalfa Bill to Transfer Land to Pit River Passes House

Dec 17, 2025 09:40AM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

Dec. 15, the House passed Congressman LaMalfa’s (R-Richvale) legislation, H.R. 2400, the “Pit River Land Transfer” Act. The bill transfers approximately 580 acres of federally owned land known locally as the “Four Corners” to the Pit River Tribe.

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LaMalfa Legislation to Protect Rural Areas from Fires Passes House

Dec 17, 2025 09:01AM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

On Dec. 11, the Forest Protection and Wildland Firefighter Safety Act, which was introduced by Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale), passed the House as part of a larger permitting reform package, the PERMIT Act.

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Biggs Council Initiates Industrial Park Audit

Dec 17, 2025 08:11AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Biggs City Council on Dec. 9 moved to address concerns raised by the Butte County Grand Jury over financial management at the city-owned Industrial Park.

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Gridley Housing Element Addresses Affordability, Fair Housing Issues

Dec 10, 2025 08:46AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Gridley City Council unanimously adopted the city’s 6th Cycle Housing Element during a special meeting Dec. 2, fulfilling a critical state mandate aimed at addressing local housing needs over the next eight years.

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Council Honors Local Cross Country Student Athletes

Dec 10, 2025 08:38AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council issued a proclamation honoring the Live Oak High School cross country team at the Dec. 3 meeting.

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Gridley Residents Face Garbage Rate Hike

Nov 26, 2025 08:17AM ● By Susan Meeker

Gridley residents will have the final say on a proposed 6.62% increase to solid‑waste rates after the City Council voted unanimously Nov. 17 to begin the Proposition 218 process.

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LaMalfa Introduces the ESSENTIAL Act to End Automatic Engine Start-Stop Mandates

Nov 20, 2025 04:33PM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

On Nov. 20, Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) introduced H.R. 6200, the Eliminating Start-Stop Engine Nuisance Technologies that Impair Automobile Life (ESSENTIAL) Act, which would end federal mandates and incentives that push automatic engine start-stop systems in cars and trucks.

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LaMalfa and Garamendi Reintroduce Flood Insurance for Farmers Act

Nov 17, 2025 05:08PM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) and Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA), recently reintroduced H.R. 5961, the “Flood Insurance for Farmers Act of 2025.

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Gridley Launches Plan to Review City Fee Structure

Nov 13, 2025 08:34AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Gridley City Council on Nov. 3 unanimously approved issuing a Request for Proposals for professional consulting services to conduct a comprehensive cost allocation plan, master fee study and an optional nexus study.

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Butte County Holds Line on Ag Surcharge

Nov 05, 2025 11:51AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 28 opted to maintain a longstanding property tax surcharge on agricultural landowners, choosing to revisit the issue during next year’s budget cycle rather than risk cuts to recently restored law enforcement and other services.

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California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., Announces More Than 5.4 Million California Voters Signed Up to Track Their Ballots

Oct 30, 2025 09:53AM ● By Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., California Secretary of State News Release

California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced today that more than 5.4 million California voters have signed up to track their ballots.

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Gridley Eyes Changes to Sidewalk, Tree Ordinances

Oct 29, 2025 09:29AM ● By Susan Meeker

Deputy City Clerk Carmen Santana presented proposed updates to Gridley’s sidewalk and tree ordinances during a special City Council workshop on Oct. 21, outlining long-overdue changes aimed at aligning local policy with California law.

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Voting in California’s 2025 Special Election

Oct 23, 2025 12:15PM ● By Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. California Secretary of State

How to Make Sure Your Ballot is Secure and Counted

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Biggs Lights Fuse on New Fireworks Ordinance

Oct 22, 2025 09:40AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Biggs City Council on Oct. 14 unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 441, introducing long-overdue updates to the city’s fireworks and weapons regulations, the first major revision in decades.

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Council Takes Steps Toward Cost Savings

Oct 22, 2025 09:07AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Live Oak City Council meeting on Oct. 15, resident Dale Carlson submitted a written public comment discussing his concerns about the city’s precarious financial position due to what he called a pattern of “reckless spending.”

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Council Discusses Options to Address “Severe” Structural Deficit

Oct 15, 2025 09:32AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Oct. 1 meeting of the Live Oak City Council, a resident spoke during public comment to share plans for a citizens’ initiative in the next election.

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Cell Tower Decision Stalls Amid Aviation Safety Concerns

Oct 08, 2025 11:42AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Planning Commission voted 4-1 to delay action on a proposed 100-foot wireless cell tower in Richvale rice country, following testimony from agricultural pilots, residents and aviation operators.

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2025 Statewide Special Election Ballots in the Mail

Oct 08, 2025 10:46AM ● By Butte County News Release

Keaton Denlay, Butte County Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters, announced that the 2025 Statewide Special Election Vote-by-Mail Packets were sent out Oct. 6.

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City of Live Oak Faces Severe Budget Deficit, Council Exploring Options

Oct 08, 2025 08:22AM ● By City of Live Oak News Release

The City of Live Oak is facing a severe structural budget deficit, with a shortfall of nearly $1.9 million in its General Fund for the 2025–2026 fiscal year.

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Ballots Heading Out for High-Stakes Redistricting Vote

Oct 01, 2025 09:11AM ● By Susan Meeker

Vote-by-mail ballots will begin arriving in Butte County mailboxes on Monday, Oct. 7, launching California’s most costly and politically charged statewide special election.

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The Live Oak City Council presented a proclamation to the Live Oak Softball Lions

City Council Honors Live Oak Lions, Approves New Staff Positions

Sep 24, 2025 08:36AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Sept. 17 meeting, the Live Oak City Council honored the Live Oak Lions as the 2025 Northern California 10-12 Softball State Champions.

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Biggs Transitions Accounting Services

Sep 17, 2025 10:00AM ● By Susan Meeker

In a move to enhance the city’s financial management, the Biggs City Council on Sept. 9 approved the transition of accounting and financial services from Regional Government Services to JJACPA Inc.

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Gridley to Take Ownership of Transfer Station

Sep 17, 2025 09:16AM ● By Susan Meeker

In a unanimous vote on Sept. 2, the Gridley City Council approved the acquisition of the Ord Ranch Road Transfer Station from Butte County, marking a pivotal shift in local waste management oversight.

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Biggs Expands Butte County Contract to Include Code Enforcement

Sep 10, 2025 11:06AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Biggs City Council on Aug. 26 approved an amendment to its existing contract with Butte County, formally expanding the county’s role to include code enforcement services within city limits.

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Expert Advises Council on Potential Youth Care Facility

Sep 10, 2025 11:03AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Sept. 3 meeting of the Live Oak City Council, City Manager Ben Moody introduced Ken Berrick of Rising Social Strategies (RSS) Consulting, which advises on children’s behavioral health, child welfare, juvenile justice and education programs.

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Gridley Council Authorizes Follow-Up Utility Rate Study

Sep 10, 2025 10:47AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Gridley City Council on Sept. 2 approved a proposal to re-engage Utility Financial Solutions for a follow-up cost-of-service study aimed at evaluating the financial health of the city’s electric, water and sewer enterprise funds.

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