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Kids Castle
Kids Castle Returns as Student Space

Jan 27, 2026 01:26PM ● By Lloyd Green

Children often received the royal treatment at Kids Castle, a local preschool and daycare formerly owned and operated by Aminah Khan and Joan Clarke before its recent closure.

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Gridley Legion to Unveil Wall of Honor, Feb. 7

Jan 27, 2026 01:13PM ● By Owen Stiles

American Legion South Butte Post 210 will unveil a Wall of Honor at the Gridley Veterans Memorial Hall on Feb. 7.

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street
Gridley Sees Ongoing Delays from Highway 99 Project

Jan 27, 2026 01:05PM ● By Seti Long

Construction continues on the $27.3 million State Route 99 Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Gridley as Caltrans crews make steady progress from the southern edge to the northern limit of town.

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The HTA or Portuguese Hall slowly decaying while awaiting demolition
End of an Era for Portuguese Hall

Jan 27, 2026 12:45PM ● By Seti Long

A fixture in the historical tapestry of Gridley’s past has recently met a verdict on its fate.

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food donations
PG&E Grant Aids Local Food Banks

Jan 21, 2026 08:44AM ● By Lloyd Green

Pacific Gas and Electric Company is donating $1 million to food banks across Northern and Central California to help replenish supplies after the holidays and meet rising demand from families and individuals facing food insecurity.

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Lynne Spencer was honored as the Quiet Rotarian for her dedication and continued service
Quiet Rotarian Honored in Gridley

Jan 21, 2026 08:41AM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Gridley Rotary International hosted a special guest at their weekly meeting Thursday, Jan. 15.

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Logan Pike hold his winnin checks in outlaw karts
Pike's Place is No. 1

Jan 21, 2026 08:35AM ● By Seti Long

Logan Pike Races Towards Legacy Status

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interim director of the Butte County Public Works Department
Leadership Swap Between Neighboring Counties

Jan 21, 2026 08:27AM ● By Susan Meeker

In a near direct exchange of county leadership, the Butte County Board of Supervisors on Jan. 13 appointed former Colusa County Chief Administrative Officer Wendy Tyler as interim director of Public Works.

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Gridley High School
Gridley High Praised in WASC Report

Jan 21, 2026 08:12AM ● By Seti Long

Reviews from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Visiting Committee have been received by Gridley High School administrators, with the report praising the school for excellence in culture and academics.

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City Approves Shared Emergency Response System

Jan 20, 2026 04:48PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Biggs City Council on Jan. 13 backed an agreement with Butte County that would bring the city into a shared emergency management software system. The meeting marked the council's first session of 2026 with Mayor James "Bo" Sheppard presiding.

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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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Assemblyman James Gallagher
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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Rough Going for Biggs Girls

Jan 14, 2026 08:25AM ● By Jennifer Corriea, photos by Jennifer Corriea

Since coming off their highest offensive output of the season in a 50-46 win over Pierce at West Valley’s New Year’s Tournament on Jan. 3, getting shots to fall has been a challenge for the Wolverine girls’ basketball team.

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graduation caps
PG&E Coworkers Fund More Than $300,000 in College Scholarships

Jan 14, 2026 08:12AM ● By Pacific Gas and Electric Company News Release

Applications now open for Northern and Central California students

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Organizer of the North State Model Train Show and owner of Packratt Trains &Toys
On Track

Jan 13, 2026 04:51PM ● By Seti Long

North State Model Train Show

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The 2025 Division III Champions show off their sparkling championship rings
Rings of Champions

Jan 13, 2026 04:39PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

GHS Softball Receives Championship Rings

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The ClayGround owners
Gather ‘Round at the ClayGround

Jan 13, 2026 04:33PM ● By Seti Long

A creative new venture quietly joined the ranks of downtown businesses last fall and is quickly becoming a popular destination for all ages of local artisans and a new place to host group events.

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Explore Butte County Targets New Visitor Markets

Jan 13, 2026 03:57PM ● By Susan Meeker

Explore Butte County outlined an ambitious year of marketing, destination development and sports tourism investment in its 2026 Annual Report, submitted to the Butte County Board of Supervisors in December.

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wedding
Butte County Hall of Records Valentine’s Day Wedding Ceremonies

Jan 13, 2026 03:53PM ● By Butte County Clerk-Recorder’s Office News Release

Love is in the air at the Butte County Clerk-Recorder’s Department this Valentine’s Day, as the office invites couples to say “I do” during special Saturday wedding ceremonies in a charming and intimate setting.

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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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local UPS Store owners
Gridley UPS Store Changes Hands

Jan 06, 2026 03:48PM ● By Seti Long

The UPS Store in Gridley is undergoing some changes.

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Officers of the Butte County Sheriff’s Office flank newly installed correctional deputies
Butte County Adds Four More

Jan 06, 2026 03:42PM ● By MPG Staff

Butte County Sheriffs Department expanded their staff by adding four new correctional deputies to their ranks.

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Two MESA Students Build STEM Leadership Skills in San Francisco

Jan 06, 2026 03:31PM ● By Christian Gutierrz, Butte College News Release

Two Butte College MESA students, biology major Lali Gonzalez and mechanical engineering major LuisAngel Zepeda, spent a transformative weekend in San Francisco connecting with STEM leaders from across the state.

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Lake Oroville
DWR Begins Required Flood Control Releases from Lake Oroville

Jan 06, 2026 03:27PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

Ahead of forecasted storms continuing through the weekend, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) has increased water releases to the Feather River from the Oroville-Thermalito Complex to maintain flood protection for downstream communities.

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Gridley Little League Opens Registrations

Jan 06, 2026 03:08PM ● By Seti Long

Gridley Little League has started registering players for the 2026 spring season.

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helicopter deer capture
CDFW to Conduct Helicopter Capture and Collaring Efforts for Deer, Elk and Gray Wolves

Jan 06, 2026 02:57PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is initiating efforts in northern California to capture deer, elk and wolves by helicopter and outfit the animals with GPS collars.

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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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Closed Wildlife Refuges

Dec 30, 2025 02:51PM ● By Seti Long

In the wake of the heavy storms that hit the area over the Christmas holiday and following weekend, some Sacramento area National Wildlife Refuges will be closed due to flooding.

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person wearing rain boots stepping on puddle
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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Butte County Road Closures

Dec 30, 2025 02:35PM ● By Butte County Public Works News Release

As of Dec. 26, Butte County have the following roads closed.

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construction workers
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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Order Up!

Dec 30, 2025 01:26PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Bulldog Brews Serves Fresh Java

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Lake Oroville
Rising Waters

Dec 30, 2025 01:22PM ● By Seti Long

After an atmospheric river hit the area over the Christmas holidays, the north state was left soggy and flooded in some areas, with rural road closures extending throughout the county.

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wildfire forest
The SNC Board Approves Wildfire and Forest Resilience Grants to Help Protect Communities

Dec 30, 2025 01:18PM ● By Sierra Nevada Conservancy News Release

On Thursday, Dec. 11, the Sierra Nevada Conservancy’s (SNC) Board approved three separate grants totaling nearly $4.6 million to fund projects that will reduce fuels and create fuel breaks in efforts to restore forest health and protect nearby communities from wildfire.

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creek
Cause of Big Chico Creek E. Coli Outbreak Unknown

Dec 30, 2025 01:16PM ● By Susan Meeker

County health officials say the source of the toxic E. coli strain that sickened five people over the summer has still not been identified, despite months of testing along Big Chico Creek and extensive investigation by local, state and federal agencies.

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