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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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CDFA Lifts Statewide Ban on Poultry and Dairy Cattle Exhibitions

Dec 30, 2025 12:10PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

The California Department of Food and Agriculture has lifted its statewide ban on poultry and dairy cattle exhibitions at fairs and shows, clearing the way for animals to return to exhibition barns across the state.

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California Rolls Out 2026 Laws

Dec 30, 2025 09:51AM ● By Susan Meeker

California ushered in a new set of laws this week, and while many were shaped by urban concerns, several will still influence daily life in rural Northern California.

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girls with backpacks crossing the street going to school

OTS Awards $165,113 Grant to Public Health for Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program

Dec 17, 2025 09:47AM ● By Butte County Public Health News Release

Butte County Public Health (BCPH) has been awarded a $165,113 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for its bicycle and pedestrian safety program.

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Public Health to Lift No-Swim Advisory for Big Chico Creek

Dec 17, 2025 09:37AM ● By Butte County Public Health News Release

Butte County Public Health (BCPH) is lifting the no-swim advisory for Big Chico Creek after the California Department of Public Health reported that the most recent water and sediment laboratory tests did not detect the dangerous strain of E. coli O157 found earlier this summer.

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Gridley’s Santillan Earns All-Section Volleyball Nod

Dec 17, 2025 09:34AM ● By Jennifer Corriea

With the conclusion of the 2025 volleyball season last month, the All-Northern Section teams have been announced and ranking among the best players on the court is Gridley setter Isabel Santillan, who earned a spot on the second team.

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Public Health Awarded $300,330 Grant for Child Passenger Safety Program

Dec 17, 2025 09:29AM ● By Butte County Public Health News Release

Butte County Public Health (BCPH) has been awarded a Child Passenger Safety grant for $300,330 from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS).

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Salesian Wins GIBT for Third Time in Last Four Years

Dec 17, 2025 09:18AM ● By YSBC

The 71st Gridley Invitational Basketball Tournament concluded last weekend as seven-basketball powers throughout California bombarded through Butte County.

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