Hoppy Days Ahead: Easter Events Across Yuba and Sutter Counties

As spring unfurls across the North Valley, community members in Yuba and Sutter counties are getting ready to celebrate Easter in true hometown style. Cue the egg hunts, bunny sightings and joyful gatherings in the fresh April air. Read More »

Lincoln Elementary Gets Mural Makeover

Step onto Lincoln Elementary School’s campus this spring and you’ll find astronauts jamming on guitars, Viking ships sailing into the sunset and a tiny pink video game character tucked among the stars. Read More »

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Marysville Recreation Center

The new center will provide a variety of activities for youth and adults, provide opportunities for fostering social opportunities that build friendships, boost confidence and enhance well-being. Read More »

California Highway Patrol Urges Drivers to Stay Focused, Stay Alive

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a nationwide initiative that highlights the dangers of distracted driving and promotes safer driving habits. Read More »

California Snowpack Reaches Near Average at the End of Wet Season

On March 28, The Department of Water Resources (DWR) conducted the April snow survey at Phillips Station. The manual survey recorded 39.5 inches of snow depth and a snow water equivalent of 17 inches, which is 70 percent of average for this location. Read More »

Live Oak Councilmember Opens Kid-Friendly Coffee Shop

A line of customers wrapped around the block and down the street on Saturday, March 29, in Live Oak, starting at the corner of Fir and California Street. Read More »

‘Happy Birthday, Mr. Shakespeare’ Has Wit, History and Heart

“Happy Birthday, Mr. Shakespeare” opened this past weekend at The Acting Company in Yuba City and is an original, high-energy production written and directed by Matt and Lauren Coats. Read More »

Capitol Chaos to Spiritual Clarity

Arbuckle Architect Finds Redemption After the Jan. 6 Insurrection Read More »

Yuba Sutter Symphony’s Spring Fling Pops Concerts

The Yuba Sutter Symphony’s Spring Fling Pops Concerts will be held on Saturday, April 5 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church on 1390 Franklin Rd. Read More »

Gallagher Calls for Federal Audit of Soaring Medi-Cal Costs

While vulnerable patients struggle to access care, out-of-control spending takes away from other priorities. Read More »

Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Drug Raid

The Marysville Police Department has identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot on the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. Read More »

Human Remains Located in Vicinity of South Yuba Fork Bridge

The remains of an unidentified individual were located by three hikers on the afternoon of March 25, near the South Yuba Fork Bridge in Nevada City. Read More »

Rep. LaMalfa Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Repeal Federal Excise Tax on Heavy Trucks

On March 26, Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to repeal the twelve percent Federal excise tax on heavy trucks with Reps. Pappas (D-NH), LaHood (R-IL), Carbajal (D-CA) and Miller (R-OH). Read More »

Secretary of State Issues Statement Regarding President Trump’s Executive Order

Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s executive order entitled “Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections” Read More »

Lindhurst High School Debuts Its First Musical in Six Years

Lindhurst High School is ready to make a splash with Disney’s “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” - the school’s first live theater production since 2019. Read More »

Butte College Presents ‘The Trail to Oregon!’

Join Butte College Drama for a performance journey with “The Trail to Oregon!,” a hilarious musical parody of the classic Oregon Trail game by Team StarKid. This exciting and humorous show will be performed April 4 to April 6 at the Butte College Black Box Theater. Read More »

Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization. Read More »

BeXtra Opens New Community Event Center in Yuba City

A new beacon of support has arrived in Yuba City with the opening of the BeXtra Community Event Center. Read More »

Vaccine and Microchip Clinic Offered

Marysville Animal Care Services is sponsoring a dog and cat rabies vaccine, distemper vaccine and microchipping clinic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, March 30. Read More »

High Wheelers Seek Host Families

Have you ever wondered where the Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers players stay while in town playing professional baseball? Read More »

Falcon Softball on the Rise

It has been a strong start to the season thus far for the River Valley High School softball team, who with victories over Colusa and Twelve Bridges last week are now 8-1 overall and have already exceeded its number of wins from last year. Read More »

Eighth-Graders Bring First Community Fridge to Area

Many are familiar with the concept of a “free little library,” a community model based on mutual aid and sharing. Here, individuals can take a free book they like or donate one they no longer need. Read More »

Lindhurst High Sets Record with Eight State FFA Degrees

On March 17, eight Lindhurst High School students were awarded the California FFA (Future Farmers of America) State Degree, the highest honor an FFA member can achieve at the high school level. Read More »

Lindhurst FFA Member Named Regional FFA Champion

On March 14, Lindhurst High School student Erika Rivera-Vargas was announced as the Superior Region FFA (Future Farmers of America) Champion in the El Credo De La FFA (Spanish Creed Speaking) contest, the first in Lindhurst High School history. Read More »

City Council Approves General Plan Updates

The Marysville City Council reported on March 18 that it authorized nuisance abatement actions at 530 4th St. and 615 F St. during a closed session. Read More »

Annual Silver Soirée Helps Community

Join Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way for an Elegant Soirée milestone celebration, a culinary and wine tasting extravaganza, on Saturday, April 12, 6 p.m. at the Five30 Event Center in Marysville. Read More »

Threat Prompts School Lockdowns in Marysville; Law Enforcement Deems Campuses Safe

A reported threat at Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts (MCAA) on March 19 led to a swift and extensive response from local law enforcement, prompting lockdowns across multiple school campuses. Read More »

Council Approves Maintenance Contract for Ellis Lake

The Marysville City Council’s public hearing on March 4 considered modifications to the city’s sign ordinance. Read More »

Eric Pomeroy Memorial Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

Scholarship applications are invited from students enrolling in college with the expectation of playing collegiate athletics for the 2025/26 school year. Read More »

Afato Named Yuba College Women’s Soccer Coach

On March 13, with the approval of the Yuba Community College District Board, Afato was appointed as the head women’s soccer coach for the 49ers. Read More »

From Fashion to Foster Care

Designer’s Nonprofit Expands to NorCal Read More »

The Rack, New Boutique Open in Yuba City

At the corner of Center Street and Plumas in Yuba City lies a sun-drenched store filled with a “little bit of everything.” Read More »

Live Oak Seniors Compete Against First Responders

Basketball is back at Live Oak High School, and this time, it’s all for a great cause. To raise funds for the senior class's safe and fun graduation celebration, the Live Oak High School Boosters Club will host a Sober Grad Night Basketball Game at 6 p.m. April 4. Read More »

Yuba Council Considers Forming Ad Hoc Committee on Medical Services

The Yuba City Council is reviewing a recommendation to establish an Adventist Health Ad Hoc Committee to explore opportunities for improving local medical and hospital services. Read More »

2025 California Purple Star Schools Announced

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond on March 13 announced that 83 schools have been designated as a Purple Star School in 2025, bringing the total number of California schools recognized with this honor to 179 since the program's inception in 2023. Read More »