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Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

May 27, 2026 03:24PM ● 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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Virginia Street Property Draws Buyer Interest

May 27, 2026 02:55PM ● By Susan Meeker

Two long‑troubled industrial properties tied to fires, safety hazards and homeless encampments are moving closer to possible redevelopment as court‑appointed receivers continue efforts to sell and rehabilitate the sites.

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Parade Marshal
Gridley Celebrates Red Suspenders Day

May 20, 2026 08:59AM ● By Seti Long

Strong Turnout Despite Windy Weather

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Gridley Appoints New Planning Commissioner

May 20, 2026 08:46AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Gridley City Council earlier this month filled the final vacancy on the Planning Commission, appointing Paige Williams‑Emery to a four‑year term that runs through December 31, 2029.

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Students
High-Achieving Students Honored

May 20, 2026 08:44AM ● By Seti Long

The ladies of Gridley Quota held their annual Scholarship Lunch on May 13 at Butte Hall at the Butte County Fairgrounds.

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historic building
Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

May 20, 2026 08:35AM ● 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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property owners
Butte County Waives Permit Penalties

May 20, 2026 08:31AM ● By Susan Meeker

Butte County property owners with unpermitted buildings, additions or remodels can now seek permits without paying penalty fees under a temporary amnesty program approved by the Butte County Board of Supervisors.

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FFA students
Live Oak FFA Celebrates Year

May 19, 2026 05:07PM ● By Seti Long

Live Oak High School FFA hosted its annual FFA Banquet on Thursday, May 14, recognizing student accomplishments and installing new chapter officers for the 2026-27 school year.

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jail
Sheriff Reports Five ICE Transfers in 2025

May 19, 2026 04:40PM ● By Susan Meeker

Five Butte County jail inmates who were in the country illegally were transferred to federal immigration authorities in 2025 after being linked to serious felony cases, Sheriff Kory Honea told the Board of Supervisors on May 12.

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The Spoofs band
Red Suspenders Crowd Rocks On

May 19, 2026 04:18PM ● By Seti Long

In a surprise twist, one of the standout acts of the 2026 Red Suspenders Day celebration was The Spoofs, performing on behalf of Edward Jones Investments.

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Gridley Firm Wins Trucking Contract

May 13, 2026 08:25AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors has approved five-year trucking service agreements with three local companies, including a Gridley-based firm, to support road maintenance, storm response and public works operations across the county.

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historic building
Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

May 13, 2026 08:23AM ● 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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construction
Live Oak Approves Road Funding Claim

May 13, 2026 08:09AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council on May 6 approved the submission of a Transportation Development Act claim for fiscal year 2021-22 funding to support local road improvement projects.

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Red Suspenders Day Bed Races
Looking Back at Red Suspenders

May 12, 2026 04:53PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Long before Red Suspenders Day became one of Gridley’s signature traditions, downtown merchants were simply trying to bring people back to Main Street.

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City Hires Recreation Manager to Lead Programs

May 12, 2026 04:42PM ● By Susan Meeker

Gridley moved to stabilize and rebuild its recreation department on May 4 when the city introduced Jamie Luevano as its new recreation manager, a position the city created to bring consistent leadership to programs, staffing and community activities.

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Wall of American Heroes
Freedom Truck Stops in Live Oak

May 12, 2026 04:18PM ● By Seti Long

The Freedom Truck, a traveling mobile museum presented by PragerU, recently made a stop in Live Oak as part of a nationwide tour celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States.

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kids fishing
Annual Fishing Day Hooks Families

May 12, 2026 04:09PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Hundreds of young anglers and their families cast lines at Gray Lodge Wildlife Area on May 9 during the ninth annual Kids Fishing Day hosted by Gridley Parks and Recreation.

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baseball
Bulldogs Hosts Lions in D-III Play-In Game

May 12, 2026 04:02PM ● By YSBC Sports

The CIF Northern Section released their postseason baseball brackets for Division II and III on May 8.

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Board Game Knights Reopens in Gridley

May 12, 2026 03:56PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

After a brief hiatus, Board Game Knights has reopened its downtown Gridley gaming studio with expanded offerings and a growing community of players.

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Behavioral Health Facility Plans Reviewed

May 12, 2026 03:23PM ● By Susan Meeker

Plans for a new 10,000-square-foot behavioral health clinic on Sycamore Street were outlined for the Gridley City Council last week, offering the most complete public update to date on the county-funded project.

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historic building
Then and Now: Gridley Museum’s Photo Contest

May 06, 2026 12:12PM ● By MPG Staff

Shown is a historic Gridley building in its prime back “Then”, Photo #10. Based off this photograph, where was this building and what is located there “Now”?

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voting
Statewide Ballot Measure Targets Local Revenue Rules

May 06, 2026 12:07PM ● By Susan Meeker

A statewide initiative headed for the November 2026 ballot could change how counties like Butte raise money for local services.

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Butte County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue
Search and Rescue Secures Land for Headquarters

May 06, 2026 12:04PM ● By MPG Staff

Butte County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue has purchased about seven acres in south Chico for a future headquarters, marking a step toward expanding its emergency response capacity across the county.

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Butte County Fire personnel and Gridley Area Chamber of Commerce members
It's Red Suspenders Time!

May 06, 2026 12:00PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Gridley Gears Up for Annual Celebration

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Gridley Quota filled Veterans Memorial Hall
Quota Luncheon, A Patriotic Bite

May 06, 2026 11:45AM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Gridley Quota Holds Annual Salad Luncheon

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Butte County Names New Public Works Director

May 06, 2026 11:38AM ● By Susan Meeker

Butte County supervisors has tapped Colusa County Public Works Director Daniel “Colt” Esenwein to head its department, pulling him from a position he has held for less than a year.

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church
Parish Seeks Centennial Memories

May 06, 2026 11:33AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Sacred Heart Parish, 1560 Hazel St., in Gridley has issued a call for photos, stories and historical items as it prepares for its 100-year anniversary in 2026.

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baseball
Trojans Sweep Bulldogs in Series for First Place in Westside League

May 06, 2026 11:27AM ● By YSBC Sports

The Gridley Bulldogs baseball team were swept by the Orland Trojans on May 1 with a 10-1 loss.

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graduation
Tri Area Graduation Events

May 06, 2026 11:20AM ● By MPG Staff

Graduation Season is Coming Up!

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peaches
Federal Aid Approved for Peach Growers After Plant Closure

May 06, 2026 11:07AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Federal officials have approved up to $9 million in aid to assist California peach growers following the closure of a major processing facility in Modesto, a move lawmakers say left farmers without a market for their crops.

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McKinley School kids day
Celebration Honors Youth in Gridley

May 06, 2026 11:01AM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

The McKinley School campus was filled with activity April 30 during a well-attended Children’s Day celebration hosted by McKinley and Wilson elementary schools.

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cancer awarness
Cancer Survivor Celebration Set in Marysville

May 06, 2026 10:47AM ● By MPG Staff

Adventist Health and Rideout Cancer Care Center will host its 16th annual Cancer Survivor Celebration on June 2, inviting patients and their families to gather, connect and mark their cancer journeys.

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Biggs Council Updates Payment, Voting and Travel Policies

May 06, 2026 10:43AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Biggs City Council approved three policy updates during its April 28 meeting, including a shift to electronic bill payments, a clarification on how council votes are recorded and changes to the city’s travel reimbursement rules.

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baseball
Wolverines Get Swept by Braves for First-Place Battle

May 06, 2026 10:41AM ● By YSBC Sports

The Biggs Wolverines baseball team were swept in their series against the Hamilton Braves and lost their opportunity at a Mid-Valley League championship.

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school
Live Oak Schools Earn AVID Honors

May 06, 2026 10:38AM ● By MPG Staff

Two Live Oak Unified School District campuses have earned national recognition for advancing college and career readiness, joining a select group of schools across the country.

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