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Live Oak Vice-Mayor Arrested for Arson and Insurance Fraud

Jul 15, 2025 08:27AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

A Live Oak City Councilmember is facing multiple felony charges following his arrest on June 19 in connection to an alleged arson and insurance fraud scheme in Butte County.

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The Assembly Republican Caucus has unanimously elected Assemblymember Heath Flora

Assembly Republicans Elect Heath Flora as New Leader in Unanimous Vote

Jul 15, 2025 08:24AM ● By Assembly Republicans News Release

Gallagher Announces He Is Stepping Down; Flora Elected as Leader Elect

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Phil Marler began his career with the city in March 2006 as a Public Works maintenance worker

Yuba City Reorganizes and Appoints New Executive Leadership

Jul 14, 2025 06:23PM ● By City of Yuba City News Release

The City of Yuba City has reimagined its leadership team to better meet the community’s growing infrastructure and development needs.

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A participant demonstrates his roping skills as part of the logging events

Mountain Fair Returns to Brownsville

Jul 14, 2025 06:18PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Mountain Fair is making its return to Brownsville for the 2025 season, promising two days packed with family-friendly activities, live music, local food and traditional competitions.

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A promotional poster for Marysville Underground highlights five terrifying attractions

‘Marysville Underground' Haunted Attraction to Debut at Riverfront Park

Jul 14, 2025 06:15PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

A massive new haunted house attraction is coming to Beckwourth Riverfront Park this fall and despite the eerie buildup and anonymous online teasers, “Marysville Underground” is 100% real.

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Garden Avenue Safe Routes to School Project Honored with Project of the Year

Jul 14, 2025 06:11PM ● By Yuba County News Release

The Yuba County Public Works project that aimed to create safer travel for students and pedestrians along Garden Avenue was recognized for Project of the Year (in the Transportation category) by the Sacramento chapter of American Public Works Association (APWA).

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The legal battle surrounding Marysville’s long-shuttered State Theater continues to unfold

State Theater Legal Battle Continues

Jul 14, 2025 06:09PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The legal battle surrounding Marysville’s long-shuttered State Theater continues to unfold in Yuba County Superior Court, as questions of ownership and unpaid city fines remain unresolved.

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Shown is the Bidwell Mansion today. The beloved mansion was severely damaged in an arson fire on Dec. 11, 2024.

California State Parks Begins Debris Cleanup at Bidwell Mansion

Jul 09, 2025 04:39PM ● By California State Parks, Office of Historic Preservation, News Release

California State Parks is beginning the cleanup phase at Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park.

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Yuba–Sutter Fireworks Show Rescheduled Following Tragic Explosion

Jul 09, 2025 09:10AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Esparto blast kills 7, prompts switch to new fireworks provider

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The cast of “Present Laughter” by Noël Coward, directed by Scott Gilbert, brings 1930s glamour and sharp wit to the Nevada Theatre stage July 10 to Aug. 2

Sierra Theatre Company Lights Up July with Three Distinct Productions

Jul 09, 2025 09:06AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

This July, the Sierra Theatre Company is bringing a trio of performances to the historic Nevada Theatre, offering something for everyone—from classic comedy to environmentally themed musicals and youth-led fairy tales.

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Born in 1952, David Read, the executive director of Yuba Sutter Arts and Culture, quickly became his father’s favorite subject.

July Art Box Gallery Show and Reception

Jul 09, 2025 09:02AM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

The earliest career aspiration of Yuba Sutter Arts and Culture’s (YSAC) Executive Director, David Read, was to become a professional photographer like his father.

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Marysville Peach Festival Marks 25 Sweet Years of Community Celebration

Jul 09, 2025 08:46AM ● By City of Marysville News Release

The City of Marysville is thrilled to celebrate the 25th annual Marysville Peach Festival, set for July 18 from 4 to 10 p.m. and July 19 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on D Street in historic downtown Marysville.

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Council Debates Budget, Approves by Majority

Jul 09, 2025 08:43AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council held a special meeting in June to review the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, presented by Finance Director Anissa Leung.

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Nine members of the Yuba City American Legion Post 705 stand in front of a “deuce and a half” truck, a 2.5-ton military truck, during Meridian’s Fourth of July parade.

Hometown Americana

Jul 09, 2025 08:38AM ● By Chris Pedigo, photos by Chris Pedigo

Meridian Celebrates 4th of July

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Retired Yuba City Fire Chief William Burke, 101, waves to the crowd from the front seat of a restored 1931 fire engine during Yuba City’s Fourth of July Bike Parade

Restoring Liberty

Jul 09, 2025 08:21AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Yuba City’s annual Fourth of July Children’s Bike Parade rolled through Plumas Street on the morning of July 4, drawing dozens of families to the heart of downtown for a celebration of community, patriotism and local history.

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Yuba-Sutter Region Mourns Tragic Loss, Reassesses July 4th Fireworks Celebration Plans

Jul 03, 2025 01:44PM ● By Joint Agency News Release

Update on Riverfront park Fireworks celebration and show

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Volunteer of the Years celebrate their contributions during the 2025 Annual Membership Meeting at the Sutter Theater Center for the Arts

Honoring Volunteers and Celebrating the Arts

Jul 02, 2025 08:50AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture (YSAC) held its annual membership meeting June 25 at the Sutter Theater Center for the Arts, drawing community members, artists and advocates together for an evening of celebration and reflection.

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Mikey Badaluco has taken on the head coaching duties for the River Valley Falcons football team

Badaluco to Lead Falcon Football

Jul 02, 2025 08:40AM ● By Jennifer Corriea

At the conclusion of the 2024 football season, Mikey Badaluco thought his coaching career might have come to an end after he stepped down as the head coach of the Colusa RedHawks.

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Josh Hubbard is pictured in uniform after being appointed as Yuba City’s new Fire Chief

City of Yuba City Appoints Josh Hubbard as New Fire Chief

Jul 02, 2025 08:30AM ● By City of Yuba City News Release

The City of Yuba City is pleased to announce the appointment of Josh Hubbard as the new Fire Chief of the Yuba City Fire Department.

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Jim Runyen, new Police Chief smiles outside a patrol vehicle in uniform.

City Appoints Jim Runyen as New Chief of Police

Jul 02, 2025 08:28AM ● By City of Yuba City News Release

The City of Yuba City is proud to announce the appointment of Jim Runyen as the next Chief of Police for the Yuba City Police Department.

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Meredith Evans is a licensed marriage and family therapist who was appointed as the new director of clinical services for Hope Haven Counseling and Support Center

Meredith Evans Appointed Director of Clinical Services

Jul 01, 2025 04:53PM ● By Casa de Esperanza News Release

Hope Haven Counseling and Support Center, an extension of Casa de Esperanza, is proud to announce the appointment of Meredith Evans, a licensed marriage and family therapist, as its new director of clinical services.

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outstanding commitment to summer hunger relief earns national recognition

No Kid Hungry Honors Team from MJUSD as Summer Hunger Heroes

Jul 01, 2025 04:49PM ● By No Kid Hungry News Release

Amber Green’s and Nick Dramis’ outstanding commitment to summer hunger relief earns national recognition

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Council Announces Oak Street as Officer Osmar Rodarte Memorial Way

Jul 01, 2025 04:41PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

A proclamation was issued in honor of Officer Osmar Rodarte, who lost his life in the line of duty on March 26, during the June 17 Marysville City Council meeting.

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Located on the ground floor of the Caltrans building in downtown Marysville, 2 Bits Express offers public access despite its office setting

2 Bits Express Brings Big Flavor to Marysville

Jul 01, 2025 04:36PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Tucked away inside the Caltrans building on B Street in downtown Marysville, 2 Bits Express might be one of the area’s best-kept secrets. But owner Shiney Kang wants people to know: this spacious breakfast and lunch spot is open to everyone.

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The Yuba-Sutter Fireworks Show and Celebration Returns on July 4th

Jun 27, 2025 01:03PM ● By City of Marysville News Release

The Yuba-Sutter Fireworks Show and Celebration is back and better than ever at Riverfront Park this July 4th!

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South Claims the Win!

Jun 25, 2025 03:56PM ● By Seti Long and photos by Chris Pedigo

Stogsdill Leads Lions in All-Star Football

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High Wheelers’ Signs with Houston Astros

Jun 25, 2025 10:52AM ● By Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers News Release

The Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers are proud to announce that right-handed pitcher Brandon McPherson officially signed with the Houston Astros organization on June 6, taking the next step in his professional baseball journey.

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Band members play during the July 4 Patriotic Music Concert

Where to Celebrate the 4th of July in Yuba-Sutter

Jun 25, 2025 10:38AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Whether you’re looking for a hometown parade, a fireworks finale or just an excuse to eat a hot dog and wave a flag, the Yuba-Sutter region offers plenty of patriotic ways to celebrate Independence Day this year.

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SPC Marcela MacDonald, U.S. Army, shows off her ceramic bowl during Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture “Ceramics for Veterans.”

Ceramics Classes for Veterans

Jun 25, 2025 10:25AM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture (YSAC) is proud to announce the next series of free art classes for veterans and active-duty military.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Council Approves Repair Contract for Pump Station

Jun 25, 2025 10:12AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council held a closed session on May 20 to consider several items.

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Simrat Johal being crowned “Miss Yuba-Sutter 2025” on Thursday, June 19, at the Yuba Sutter Fair

Record-Breaking Turnout at Miss Yuba-Sutter Pageants

Jun 25, 2025 10:10AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Yuba-Sutter Fair was buzzing with excitement June 19 night as the Miss Yuba-Sutter Scholarship Program crowned its newest royal court in what organizers say was the largest turnout since the 1990s.

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A sea of lights, food stands and fairgoers fills the Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds on Friday evening

A First Class Fair

Jun 25, 2025 10:00AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

What is it that makes the county fair so appealing?

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City of Live Oak Reaffirms Commitment to Progress and Public Service Amid Ongoing Developments

Jun 20, 2025 04:52PM ● By City of Live Oak News Release

The City of Live Oak is aware of the recent arrest of Councilmember Aaron Pamma. At this time, the city is monitoring the situation and will continue to assess any developments as more information becomes available.

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Sutter County Sheriff Brandon Barnes was officially sworn in as the president of the California State Sheriffs’ Association on June 10 at the 131st Annual Conference Installation Banquet in Lake Tahoe

Sheriff Barnes Takes on New Role

Jun 19, 2025 09:16AM ● By Sutter County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Sutter County Sheriff Brandon Barnes was officially sworn in as the California State Sheriffs’ Association president for the 2025-2026 term on June 10 during the 131st annual Conference Installation Banquet in Lake Tahoe.

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