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Butte Backs State Mandate Reimbursement Reform

Jun 16, 2026 03:24PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors unanimously support state legislation aimed at changing how California reimburses local governments for state-mandated programs, backing a proposal county officials said would provide greater fiscal flexibility for counties.

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Quota Awards $23,700 in Scholarships

Jun 16, 2026 02:43PM ● By Seti Long

As the school year ended, Gridley Quota took time to recognize the recent scholarships awarded to area students for their academic success.

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Gridley Library Hosts Ugly Art Club

Jun 16, 2026 02:40PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

On Saturday, June 13, some "ugly art" was being made at the Gridley Branch of the Butte County Library.

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Butte County Defends Williamson Act Charge

Jun 16, 2026 11:10AM ● By Susan Meeker

Butte County officials are recommending no changes to the county's Williamson Act direct charge, saying the revenue remains an important part of the county's budget as officials work to maintain public safety and library services.

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Gridley Quota Club

Honoring the Past, Leading the Future

Jun 16, 2026 11:07AM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

As Gridley Quota Club prepares to celebrate its 90th anniversary, members recently gathered to install the organization's 2026-27 board of directors and recognize those who have dedicated years of service to the club and community.

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Butte County Fair Moves Dates in 2027

Jun 16, 2026 11:00AM ● By MPG Staff

The Butte County Fair will move to a new annual schedule beginning in 2027, with future fairs taking place during the second weekend of August.

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Biggs Council Weighs Senior Electric Discount

Jun 16, 2026 10:58AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Biggs City Council stopped short of deciding this month on the future of the city’s senior electric discount program, directing staff to gather more information on potential outside funding before bringing the issue back for further discussion.

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Live Oak Reviews Budget Cuts, Warns of Public Safety Impacts

Jun 16, 2026 10:54AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council reviewed updates to the city's Housing Element and discussed a proposed budget that includes significant reductions to public safety contracts during its June 3 meeting.

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Sutter County Streamlines Records Requests

Jun 15, 2026 04:23PM ● By MPG Staff

The Sutter County Clerk-Recorder's Office has launched a new online identity verification system designed to make obtaining certified copies of birth, marriage and death certificates faster and less expensive for residents.

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Wild Things Returns to Gridley Library

Jun 09, 2026 01:07PM ● By Seti Long

The Gridley Friends of the Library have arranged for the return of Wild Things, an educational event that invites youth to get an up-close look at wildlife they would not normally have the opportunity to see.

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Tigers Take Down the Cubs

Jun 09, 2026 01:05PM ● By Seti Long

Gridley Little League recently completed its city league tournament before beginning All-Star play, wrapping up the season.

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historic building

Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

Jun 09, 2026 01:04PM ● By MPG Staff

Shown is a historic Gridley building in its prime back “Then”. Based off this photograph, where was this building and what is located there “Now”?

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Gridley Quota Board

Quota Makes 90 Look Good

Jun 09, 2026 01:02PM ● By Seti Long

Gridley Quota is a group of dedicated women who have united to overcome two extinction-level events and continue providing service, scholarships and support to local women, children and families in need.

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Measure P to Reshape Butte Public Works

Jun 09, 2026 12:32PM ● By Susan Meeker

Butte County voters appeared headed toward approving Measure P, a proposed charter amendment allowing the county to separate the duties of Road Commissioner and Public Works Director.

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Live Oak Seniors Celebrate Graduation

Live Oak Seniors Celebrate Graduation

Jun 09, 2026 12:29PM ● By MPG Staff

Family members, friends and supporters filled Arostegui Stadium on June 4 as Live Oak High School celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026.

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GHS Class of 2026 Valedictorian

Gridley Graduates Embrace the Future

Jun 09, 2026 12:15PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Gridley High School's Class of 2026 turned the page and started a new chapter in their lives, championed by the words of author Dr. Seuss, as they graduated Friday, June 5.

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Newspaper Fashion Show

Newspaper Fashion Show Brings Creativity to Gridley Library

Jun 09, 2026 12:08PM ● By MPG Staff

Participants show off their handmade newspaper fashions during a recent Newspaper Fashion Show at the Gridley Library.

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Gridley Facing Budget Challenges

Jun 09, 2026 12:04PM ● By Susan Meeker

Gridley officials warned during a special budget workshop that the city’s general fund reserves continue to decline as public safety, personnel and infrastructure costs rise faster than revenues.

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Republican Assemblyman James Gallagher

North State Sends Gallagher to Congress

Jun 08, 2026 04:44PM ● By Susan Meeker

Republican Assemblyman James Gallagher appears headed to Congress after unofficial election results showed him winning the special election to fill the vacant 1st Congressional District seat left by the death of Congressman Doug LaMalfa.

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Wildfire Helicopter Returning This Summer

Jun 02, 2026 01:06PM ● By Susan Meeker

Butte County will again have a privately contracted firefighting helicopter stationed at Chico Airport this summer under agreements approved May 26 by the Butte County Board of Supervisors.

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Biggs Reviewing Utility System Costs

Jun 02, 2026 01:03PM ● By Susan Meeker

Biggs officials are reviewing long-term costs tied to the city’s water and sewer systems as infrastructure maintenance, utility expenses and future capital improvement needs continue growing.

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Council Frustrated Over Traffic Studies

Jun 02, 2026 12:58PM ● By Susan Meeker

The City of Gridley is pursuing federal traffic safety funding for dangerous intersections, school congestion and railroad access concerns, but several council members questioned whether the city is spending too much time studying problems instead of fixing them.

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historic building

Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

Jun 02, 2026 12:54PM ● By MPG Staff

Shown is a historic Gridley building in its prime back “Then”. Based off this photograph, where was this building and what is located there “Now”?

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Supervisors Back Sutter Buttes Event Venue

Jun 02, 2026 12:50PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Sutter County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to overturn a Planning Commission denial and approve a scaled event venue project near the base of the Sutter Buttes, siding with a local farmer seeking to diversify his agricultural operation despite opposition from nearby residents concerned about preserving the rural area.

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County Approves Gridley Area Road Projects

Jun 02, 2026 12:41PM ● By Susan Meeker

Bridge repairs and roadway safety improvements affecting the Gridley area are included in Butte County’s newly approved Senate Bill 1 transportation project list for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

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Gridley Advocate Presses County for Mental Health Support

Jun 02, 2026 12:30PM ● By Susan Meeker

A Gridley councilmember urged Butte County supervisors to protect behavioral health services for south county residents as the board approved several mental health contracts and funding increases May 26.

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Live Oak Major Lions softball

Live Oak Softball Sweeps Majors and Minors Tournament of Champions

Jun 02, 2026 12:27PM ● By Steven Bryla

The Live Oak Little League softball major Lions and minor league Sooners softball teams ended their seasons with two banners California District 2 Little League Tournament of Champions.

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graduation class of 2026

Biggs High Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation

Jun 02, 2026 12:21PM ● By MPG Staff

Biggs High School honored approximately 37 graduates during commencement ceremonies, celebrating the accomplishments, friendships and experiences that shaped the Class of 2026.

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Live Oak Approves Phased Planning Fee Increases

May 27, 2026 04:14PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council approved phased increases to planning department fees during a public hearing on May 20, citing the need to better recover the city’s costs for development-related services.

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Noah Curiel presents “The Flavor of Gratitude

Live Oak Seniors Complete Final Milestone

May 27, 2026 04:04PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Live Oak High School seniors invited community members to see the results of months of work during the school’s Senior Project Fair on May 21, held one week before graduation ceremonies.

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City Facing Major Infrastructure Pressures

May 27, 2026 03:54PM ● By Susan Meeker

Officials in Gridley said infrastructure demands are outpacing staffing and maintenance capacity as aging utilities, deteriorating streets and future development place increasing pressure on city operations.

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Butte County Moves Ahead on Dump Overhaul

May 27, 2026 03:49PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors has approved the next phase of a long-term overhaul of the Neal Road Recycling and Waste Facility aimed at modernizing the county landfill and expanding recycling operations near Oroville.

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Biggs Targets Traffic, Road Safety

May 27, 2026 03:42PM ● By Susan Meeker

Concerns over speeding traffic, scooters and pedestrian safety dominated discussion at the Biggs City Council meeting May 12 as city officials outlined several road and infrastructure projects aimed at improving safety throughout the community.

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Biggs Approves Rebates for Utility Customers

May 27, 2026 03:34PM ● By Susan Meeker

Biggs electric customers will receive a $300 rebate on their June utility bills after the Biggs City Council approved the measure May 12 using greenhouse gas funds generated through the city’s municipal electric utility.

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Biggs Baseball, Softball Seasons Ended by Los Molinos

May 27, 2026 03:30PM ● By YSBC Sports

The Biggs baseball and softball teams had their season by the Los Molinos Bulldogs programs in the playoffs.

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