Get Your Car Ready for a Summer Road Trip

National Car Care Month is a good reminder that good vehicle maintenance may prevent a costly repair Read More »

CHP Urges Drivers to Follow Hands-Free Law as Distracted Driving Awareness Month Begins

Distracted driving causes hundreds of crashes across California each year, and violations of the state’s hands-free cellphone law remain an ongoing concern. Read More »

YC Shuts Out Twelve Bridges to Take Series

The Yuba City Honkers won their first Foothill Valley League series after taking the rubber match on Friday, March 27 with a 5-0 shutout win against the Twelve Bridges Raging Rhinos. Read More »

Sutter’s Big Bats’ Sweep Casa Roble

The Sutter Huskies baseball team completed the second-straight series sweep as they beat the Casa Roble Rams 7-6 on Friday, March 27. Read More »

Spear Graduates FBI National Academy

The Yuba County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing Capt. Brandon Spear following his graduation from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Read More »

Yuba City Police Release Shooting Footage

Yuba City police have released body camera and 911 audio footage from a Feb. 26 officer-involved shooting involving a man authorities said was acting erratically and later armed himself with a shovel. Read More »

Chico’s Beeman Named Woman of the Year

Assemblyman James Gallagher has named Chico resident Jeanie Beeman as the 2026 Woman of the Year for Assembly District 3, recognizing her for a widely shared viral moment and her commitment to civility and community. Read More »

Sutter County Opens Pediatric Therapy Unit

For the first time, families in Sutter County no longer have to travel outside the county to access specialized pediatric therapy services. Read More »

Pacific Coast Producers Acquires Del Monte Fruit Assets

Pacific Coast Producers has completed its purchase of key Del Monte Foods assets tied to its fruit business, the company announced. Read More »

Marysville Honors Fallen Officer Rodarte

Community members, local officials and law enforcement gathered March 26 at Veterans Memorial Park to honor fallen Marysville Police Officer Osmar Rodarte, marking one year since his death in the line of duty with the unveiling and dedication of a memorial bench. Read More »

Marysville’s Goff 1st at Myers Golf Invitational

It was a beautiful day for golf last Wednesday and an especially good one for Marysville, who saw Colby Goff win the third annual Brady Myers Invitational in Colusa and in the process led the team to a second-place finish. Read More »

Marking Sutter County Where Our History Happened

The stories were already there, written into the landscape of Sutter County, waiting to be brought into view. On March 25, Sutter Union High School Future Business Leaders of America gave those stories a voice, anchoring them in the places where they happened. Read More »

Ellis Lake Water Main Project Underway

Residents and commuters in Marysville may have noticed traffic delays along Ellis Lake Drive in recent days as construction gets underway on a water infrastructure upgrade project led by California Water Service (Cal Water). Read More »

Falcons Edge Out Lions in Win

The River Valley Falcons softball team beat the Live Oak Lions in a cross-section matchup on Thursday, March 26 in a 9-5 victory. Read More »

Council Reviews Development Progress, Smoking Rules

The Marysville City Council received an update on community development efforts and discussed potential changes to the city’s smoking ordinance during its March 17 meeting. Read More »

Sutter County Debuts Career Training Facility

Hundreds of community members, local officials and business leaders gathered for what the Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce described as its largest ribbon-cutting event to date, celebrating the opening of the Sutter County Office of Education’s new Career Training and Conference Center on March 25. Read More »

New Bike Parking Comes Downtown

What began as a request from a local cyclist has turned into a new downtown feature, with sculptural bike racks now installed along Plumas Street. Read More »

Students Perform at Battle of Bands

Student musicians took the stage March 20 at the Tri-Counties Community Center in Marysville for Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts’ second annual Battle of the Bands, a growing event that is helping fund the school’s advanced guitar program while giving young performers real-world experience. Read More »

Assembly Republicans Push Cost Relief as Families Get Squeezed

California families are paying more for gas, housing and everyday basics, and Assembly Republicans has announced a package of bills focused on lowering costs for working families across the state. Read More »

Six in Ten Drivers Struggle with Headlight Glare

New survey finds that glare is worsening and affecting drivers, raising concerns about safety Read More »

Grant Program to Advance Forestry Science and Stewardship

The California State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Effectiveness Monitoring Committee announced the opening of the committee’s annual EMC Grant Program, inviting research proposals to help shape the future of forestry and natural resource management across California. Read More »

Community Honors Fallen Soldier Kayla Deen

Yuba County residents lined the corner of Seventh and D streets in Marysville on March 17 to welcome home Army Sgt. Kayla Deen, a local service member remembered as a hometown hero. Read More »

Sheriff Shifts Approach as NET-5 Winds Down

A long-running regional drug and gang task force is coming to an end, and Sutter County officials are preparing for a shift in how investigations are handled. Read More »

State Error Nets Sutter County Interest Windfall

In a real life version of the Monopoly card that reads “bank error in your favor,” Sutter County briefly received just over $80 million from the state, though officials knew immediately the money was not theirs to keep. Read More »

Marysville and Faith Christian Sweep YSBC Awards

As the 2025-26 basketball season concluded for the CIF, it’s time to reflect and recognize boys and girls athletes that have shined throughout the basketball season. Read More »

Women Recognized for Leadership, Service

Organizers of the annual Day for Women event, held March 7 at Hard Rock Live in Wheatland, have announced this year’s honorees, recognizing women whose leadership, service and entrepreneurial work have made an impact across the Yuba-Sutter region. Read More »

Yuba City Advances Active Transportation Plan

A citywide plan aimed at making Yuba City streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists is heading to the City Council for approval following a final round of public input March 18 at the Sutter Theater Center. Read More »

New Chapter at Sutter Library

The Sutter Branch Library has a new permanent face behind its bookcases. Sumiko Sprague has stepped into the role of branch manager, bringing a passion for youth literacy, a love of books and a vision for creating a welcoming gathering place for local families. Read More »

Proposed Utility Rate Hike Moves Forward

Residents could see sharply higher water and sewer bills as city officials work to address rising costs, aging infrastructure and long-term system needs. Read More »

Businesses Support Police Wellness Efforts

The Yuba City Police Department and city officials are recognizing two local businesses for donating materials and services to support officer wellness. Read More »

Deal Earns Police Commendation

Elizabeth Deal, left, a police records specialist with the Yuba City Police Department, received a Police Individual Commendation Ribbon for her work in 2025. Read More »

Local Writer Featured at Luncheon

Author Steven T. Callan will speak at the Colusi County Historical Society’s April 18 luncheon, where he will discuss his latest novel, "The Outlaw from Newville." Read More »

Easter Events Fill Yuba-Sutter Calendar

Cornerstone Church in Yuba City kicked off the Easter season early this year with an immersive “Walk With Jesus” experience, inviting families to step into the story of the holiday. Read More »

Bok Kai Festival is the Best

Record-setting temperatures welcomed the 146th annual Bok Kai Parade and Festival this past weekend as crowds gathered in historic downtown Marysville. Read More »

Sutter County Names Art Winners

The Sutter County Board of Supervisors recognized four winners in its annual drawing contest, which invited residents to illustrate “Your Favorite Place in Sutter County.” Read More »