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Halloween King Returns with New Haunted House in Yuba City

Oct 21, 2025 08:55AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The Halloween king is back — and this time, his haunt is bigger, louder and filled with more animatronic mayhem than ever before.

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Freedom Cruise Honors Charlie Kirk’s Birthday in Yuba City

Oct 21, 2025 08:46AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

About 100 vehicles took part Tuesday evening in the Charlie Kirk Freedom Cruise, a community-organized event held to honor Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk’s birthday.

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Artist Nancie Greene, left, stands inside the What Not Shop in Marysville

'Piles of Possibility'

Oct 21, 2025 08:43AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Ever since childhood, local artist Nancie Greene has been collecting things — objects that spark creativity deep within her.

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Yuba County Resource Conservation District Awarded Grants from Yuba Water Agency

Oct 21, 2025 08:35AM ● By Yuba County Resource Conservation District News Release

At the Oct. 7, Yuba Water Agency Board meeting, a grant was approved for $283,182 to help the Resource Conservation District build a stronger, countywide Wildfire Hazard Reduction Program in partnership with the Yuba Watershed & Fire Safe Council.

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‘Rural Rally’ to Revitalize Pine Street

Oct 21, 2025 08:33AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Habitat for Humanity Yuba-Sutter is calling on volunteers, sponsors and community members to take part in the upcoming 2025 Rural Rally, a weeklong revitalization effort set to transform homes and strengthen community ties along Pine Street in Marysville.

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Full Circle Coffee Opens in Downtown Yuba City

Oct 20, 2025 05:56PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Things have finally come full circle for Amanda Thompson and Autumn Klein, owners of Yuba City’s newest coffee shop. Full Circle Coffee officially opened its doors on Oct. 4, just in time for the return of the Plumas Street Car Show.

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Supervisors Greenlight Bi-County Ambulance Contract Negotiations

Oct 20, 2025 05:44PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Boards of Supervisors for Yuba and Sutter counties have authorized the Sierra-Sacramento Valley Emergency Medical Services Agency to begin negotiating new contracts with Bi-County Ambulance, the region’s exclusive emergency transport provider.

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‘Exactly What We Needed’

Oct 20, 2025 05:38PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Marysville Banquet Hall Opens in Historic Church

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Broadcast Burning Project in East Oroville to Start Next Week

Oct 17, 2025 03:35PM ● By Butte County Fire Safe Council News Release

In the coming weeks, we are grateful that conditions may allow for a broadcast burn project to support community safety in the East Oroville area.

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Sutter County Sheriff’s Office to Conduct DUI Checkpoint Funded by CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant

Oct 17, 2025 10:17AM ● By Sutter County Sherriff’s Office News Release

On Oct. 17, the Sutter County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the City of Yuba City.

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CIF Week 7 Football Scoreboard

Oct 15, 2025 12:48PM ● By YSBC

The Lindhurst Blazers opened up with a big league against Highlands on Friday, Oct. 10, but the Scots didn’t have enough success late in the game and fell 43-34.

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49ers Sweep Eagles in Straight Sets, Yuba College Culture is Changing

Oct 15, 2025 12:45PM ● By YSBC

The gym at Yuba College opened a lot of eyes on Oct. 8 as the 49ers women’s volleyball team swept the Mendocino Eagles (25-15, 25-22, 25-20) in straight sets.

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Independence Trail Guided Hike and Art Experience with Accessibility for All

Oct 15, 2025 12:32PM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture is pleased to announce the next in its series of free, outdoor nature programs geared toward getting the community outside to enjoy guided hiking, nature, art and journaling adventures.

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Four Citations Issued for Walnut Theft During Overnight Patrol

Oct 15, 2025 12:26PM ● By Sutter County Sheriff’s Office News Release

On the evening of Oct. 9, Sutter County Deputies issued four citations related to the unlawful taking of walnuts from private property within Sutter County.

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Volunteers and members of Creating Connections of California pose in costume haunted house

Creating Connections Brings “Mournsplice Mortuary” to Life in Wheatland

Oct 15, 2025 12:22PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

A new nonprofit based in Wheatland is proving that community spirit and spooky fun can go hand in hand.

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creator and organizer of Haunted House Yuba City, stands outside his home

Haunted House Yuba City Returns with “Blood Harvest”

Oct 15, 2025 12:15PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Now in its third year, a homemade haunted house on Pelican Place in Yuba City is quickly gaining a reputation for its craftsmanship, scares and immersive storytelling.

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Former Yuba City Firefighter Alerts Homeowner to Garage Fire

Oct 15, 2025 12:01PM ● By Yuba City Fire Department News Release

Shortly after 2 p.m. on Oct. 7, a former Yuba City Firefighter noticed smoke coming from a garage in the 1700 block of Bradley Estates.

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A Message from Interim Fire Chief Epperson, Sutter County Fire Department

Oct 15, 2025 11:57AM ● By Sutter County Fire Department News Release

The City of Live Oak fire contract cancellation notice is due to the City of Live Oak’s “severe budget deficit.”

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The Wands (and Laughs) are Ready

Oct 15, 2025 11:54AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Yuba College Brings “Puffs” to the Stage This October

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Yuba Water Supports Critical Wildfire Resilience Efforts and Water Supply Infrastructure Upgrades

Oct 15, 2025 11:49AM ● By Yuba Water Agency News Release

On Oct. 7, Yuba Water Agency approved nearly $350,000 in funding for critical wildfire resilience efforts in Yuba County, along with more than $500,000 for a water supply reliability and water efficiency project.

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A young local vendor smiles at her booth while displaying handmade kumihimo bracelets

'Folk in the Fall' Returns

Oct 15, 2025 11:39AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Fairies, folklore and free entertainment returns to Downtown Yuba City on Saturday, Oct. 25, as Canopy Productions presents the third annual Folk in the Fall Music Festival, a free street fair running from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. along Center Street near Plumas.

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California Prepares for Extreme Weather Swings as New Water Year Begins

Oct 15, 2025 10:42AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

While California’s climate has always swung between dry and wet conditions, the past five years have proven what climate science has predicted: California must be prepared for extreme weather events of all kinds, even simultaneous drought and flood conditions.

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Council Discusses Options to Address “Severe” Structural Deficit

Oct 15, 2025 09:32AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Oct. 1 meeting of the Live Oak City Council, a resident spoke during public comment to share plans for a citizens’ initiative in the next election.

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California Secretary of State Sets the Record Straight Regarding Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election Ballot Envelopes

Oct 14, 2025 02:50PM ● By California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber News Release

On Oct. 13 California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., clarified information about Nov. 4, Statewide Special Election ballot envelopes.

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Yuba-Sutter Residents to Host Patriotic Car Cruise to Honor Charlie Kirk’s Birthday

Oct 13, 2025 05:03PM ● By MPG Staff

Residents in the Yuba-Sutter region will be celebrating Charlie Kirk’s birthday on Oct. 14 with a patriotic themed car cruise in Yuba City and Marysville at the Yuba City Old K-Mart Parking Lot.

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City of Marysville’s Response to Cal/OSHA Citations

Oct 10, 2025 02:43PM ● By City of Marysville News Release

The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health has issued citations to the City of Marysville concerning the tragic incident that occurred earlier this year, which claimed the life of one of our police officers while serving in the line of duty.

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Huskies, Blazers and Pirates Strive as Honkers and Falcons Fall Short

Oct 08, 2025 09:17AM ● By YSBC

The Sutter Huskies have proved each week in 2025 that they are the top dogs in our area, but they added another tally as they won their seventh consecutive game, with a blowout win over El Camino.

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River Valley Falcons and Yuba City Honkers girls’ flag football

River Valley Soars in Second Half to Top Yuba City

Oct 08, 2025 08:53AM ● By YSBC

The River Valley Falcons and Yuba City Honkers girls’ flag football team made history on Thursday, Oct. 2 as it was the first meeting between the two flag football teams on the gridiron.

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Grant Funding Available to Support Programs Serving Low-Income Residents

Oct 08, 2025 08:46AM ● By Yuba-Sutter Economic Development Corporation News Release

The Sutter County Community Action Agency and the Yuba County Community Services Commission invite proposals from qualified private nonprofit, public or faith-based organizations to operate programs that serve Yuba-Sutter’s low-income population and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency.

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Next to Normal Brings Honest Storytelling and Powerful Music

Oct 08, 2025 08:39AM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

Convergence Theatre Company in collaboration with Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture is proud to present the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical “Next to Normal” at the Sutter Theater Center for the Arts. Performances will take place on Oct. 17, 18, 24 and 25 at 7 p.m.

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City of Live Oak Faces Severe Budget Deficit, Council Exploring Options

Oct 08, 2025 08:22AM ● By City of Live Oak News Release

The City of Live Oak is facing a severe structural budget deficit, with a shortfall of nearly $1.9 million in its General Fund for the 2025–2026 fiscal year.

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Sutter County Public Health Community Flu Clinic

Oct 07, 2025 05:09PM ● By Sutter County Health and Human Services News Release

Sutter County Public Health is holding two community flu clinics in October. Injectable flu vaccine is available for Sutter County residents ages 6 months and older.

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In October, We Wear Pink!

Oct 07, 2025 04:47PM ● By Yuba County Sheriff’s Department News Release

This month, the Yuba County Sheriff’s Office is proud to join the fight against breast cancer by raising awareness and honoring the true heroes — the warriors, survivors and families who battle this disease with strength and courage.

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Marysville Holds Town Hall on Future of Former Hotel Marysville Site

Oct 07, 2025 04:38PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Marysville residents gathered Sept. 25 at City Hall for a community town hall focused on the future of the former Hotel Marysville property, a long-troubled downtown landmark demolished after a devastating fire in 2024.

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