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Sutter Buttes Day Welcomes Summer Fun!

Jun 18, 2025 01:45PM ● By Seti Long and photos by Chris Pedigo:

The annual Sutter Buttes Day last Saturday, June 7, brought the community together for its 40th year of summer celebrations.

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Children can test their balance while carrying baskets across a traditional-style bamboo bridge

‘Voyage to Vietnam’ at Sutter County Museum

Jun 18, 2025 01:41PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The Sutter County Museum is offering families a vibrant and hands-on journey into Southeast Asia this summer through its newest traveling exhibition, “Voyage to Vietnam: Celebrating the Tết Festival.”

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Promotional poster for Pro Championship Wrestling’s “LIMELIGHT” event, set for Friday, June 27, at the Tri-Counties Community Center in Marysville

PCW Returns Home

Jun 18, 2025 01:36PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Pro Wrestling Event Aims to Raise Funds and Futures at Local Community Center

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The 2024 Pedro Award winners Chris and Sandee Drown, with the Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way’s Executive Committee members Sarah Kotko, Robert Bendorf and Richard Eberle.

Nominations Sought for Prestigious Awards

Jun 18, 2025 01:13PM ● By Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way News Release

The Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way is accepting nominations for two annual community awards to be presented during its Celebration of Service and Awards Breakfast at 8 a.m. Aug. 7.

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Young volunteers beam with excitement as they carefully hold a live alligator during the “Wild About Monkeys” event at Sutter County Library on June 12 in Yuba City

Local Libraries Launch Summer Programming

Jun 18, 2025 01:08PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

This summer, both Yuba County Library and Sutter County Library are turning up the heat on learning and fun.

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From left, Wendi Jellsey, Tanda Phelps, Janine Clements, Crystal DeMeritt, and Lydia Crist share a heartfelt group embrace in a scene from “Steel Magnolias

Mother-Daughter Duo Shine in “Steel Magnolias”

Jun 18, 2025 01:01PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Now Playing at the Sutter Theater

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Community members gather at the Bextra Community Center in Yuba City during the “All Black Party” fundraiser

Juneteenth Celebration a Family Event

Jun 18, 2025 12:43PM ● By Marysville Juneteenth Committee News Release

The Marysville Juneteenth Committee presents this year’s Juneteenth celebration at Yuba Park in Marysville on June 21.

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A Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers player tries to tag out an opposing runner sliding into base during a close play.

High Wheelers Ride Strong on Road and Home Turf

Jun 18, 2025 12:31PM ● By Shamaya Sutton and photos by Chris Pedigo

Update on Marysville’s Newest Team

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Col. Merryl Tengesdal, USAF (Ret.), poses with a U-2 reconnaissance aircraft.

From the Stratosphere to the Streets

Jun 18, 2025 12:17PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Merryl Tengesdal’s Mission to Inspire

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Quarry Park Adventures is a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience

Back by Popular Demand

Jun 13, 2025 01:45PM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

Join YSAC for A Free Family Outing to Quarry Park Adventures

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Back by Popular Demand

Jun 13, 2025 01:45PM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

Join YSAC for A Free Family Outing to Quarry Park Adventures

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Both Varsity and Junior Varsity Sutter High School shooters are first-place Division III State Champions

Sutter High Shotgun Team Wins at State Championship

Jun 11, 2025 10:41AM ● By Dave Samson, Sutter High School Shotgun Shooting Team head coach

Sutter High School Shotgun Shooting team has now prevailed in the CYSSA 2025 State Championships for trap shooting in Livermore the weekend of June 7 and 8.

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The full cast of “Run for Your Wife” takes a bow to an enthusiastic audience during a June 1 performance

Last Chance to See the Crowd-Pleasing Comedy ‘Run for Your Wife’

Jun 11, 2025 10:33AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The Acting Company’s latest production, “Run for Your Wife,” delivers exactly the kind of zany, high-energy chaos that its loyal audience has come to love.

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Concertgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a picnic dinner or visit on-site vendors offering hot dogs and ice cream

Nevada County Concert Band Launches Summer Series

Jun 11, 2025 10:27AM ● By Nevada County Concert Band News Release

The Nevada County Concert Band kicks off its beloved “Pioneer Park Picnic Pops” summer concert series with a lively and free outdoor performance on Sunday, June 22, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Park bandshell, located at Park and Nimrod streets in Nevada City.

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Yuba City Mayor Dave Shaw, elected in 2018, is a U.S. Air Force veteran, tax expert and local business leader.

Yuba City Mayor Addresses Recent Leadership Turnover

Jun 11, 2025 09:58AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Since January, the City of Yuba City has seen the departure of several key department heads, prompting questions from some residents about leadership stability and the city’s direction.

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Volunteers carefully handle one of the Legion’s oversized American flags during preparations for an upcoming event.

10,000 American Flags to Be Retired During Flag Day

Jun 11, 2025 09:55AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Rare local observance honors tradition, service, respectful flag disposal

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Children watch in awe as a stilt-walking street performer juggles light-up pins during a warm evening at the Yuba-Sutter Fair, held June 21, 2024, in Yuba City

Yuba-Sutter Fair Brings the Fun

Jun 11, 2025 09:46AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The Yuba-Sutter Fair is back and bigger than ever, running Thursday through Saturday, June 19 to 22, at the Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds in Yuba City. A

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A 14-foot-wide section of penstock pipe arrived safely at Yuba Water Agency’s facilities in the Yuba County foothills.

Penstock Pipe Arrives at Yuba Water’s Facilities After 600-Mile Journey

Jun 11, 2025 09:39AM ● By Yuba Water Agency News Release

A 14-foot-wide section of penstock pipe arrived safely at Yuba Water Agency’s facilities in the Yuba County foothills on June 6, marking the successful completion of a complex, multi-day journey for the oversized pipe.

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Respected Yuba City Fire Chief Bids Farewell

Jun 11, 2025 09:37AM ● By City of Yuba City News Release

After five years of dedicated service to the Yuba City Fire Department, Fire Chief Jesse Alexander has announced his resignation, effective July 4.

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One of 15 grants approved on June 3 by Yuba Water Agency will support in-classroom education about salmon and the Yuba River watershed, along with a guided rafting trip to see spawning salmon in the lower Yuba River

Yuba Water Agency Commits Nearly $620,000 in Community Impact Grants

Jun 11, 2025 09:31AM ● By Yuba Water Agency News Release

Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply Reliability, Education, First Responders and More

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Thrills and Thunder Return to Beale

Jun 11, 2025 09:20AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Thousands Flock to Air & Space Expo

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“Steel Magnolias” Blooms This June in Yuba City

Jun 03, 2025 04:31PM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

Convergence Theatre Company (CTC) presents a heartwarming classic at the Sutter Theater Center for the Arts. Powered by Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture, Convergence Theatre Company is proud to present “Steel Magnolias”, the beloved Southern comedy-drama that celebrates friendship, resilience, and the fierce bond between women.

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Janell Willis, Executive Director of the Yuba- Sutter Chamber of Commerce announced that she will be stepping down from her role

Janell Willis to Step Down from Yuba-Sutter Chamber

Jun 03, 2025 04:24PM ● By Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce News Release

Janell Willis, Executive Director of the Yuba- Sutter Chamber of Commerce announced May 21, that she will be stepping down from her role, effective June 10, to pursue an exciting new professional opportunity.

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Young competitors tip into the water with a splash during the Cardboard Boat Races at Sutter Buttes Day 2024, held at the Morehead Family Community Pool in Sutter

Can Your Mullet Make the Sutter Cut?

Jun 03, 2025 04:02PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Sutter Buttes Day Returns with First-Ever Hair-Off

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The historic Packard Library building at 301 4th St. in Marysville has stood for more than a century.

Marysville Seeks Legal Reclamation of Historic Packard Library

Jun 03, 2025 04:00PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The City of Marysville has filed a legal complaint in Yuba County Superior Court to retake possession of the historic Packard Library building, located at 301 4th St. in Marysville.

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Participants pose for a group photo at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento at Fire Mountain, the first and largest stop on the Yuba County Development Tour

Yuba County Development Tour Offers Promising Look

Jun 03, 2025 03:44PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The second Yuba County Development Tour rolled out of The Brick Coffee House in downtown Marysville on May 29, treating a limousine bus full of developers, property owners and key stakeholders to a curated showcase of the region’s biggest opportunities for growth.

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California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is upgrading 21 fish hatcheries to boost the state’s salmon and trout populations

Supporting California’s Salmon Supply

May 29, 2025 11:03AM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom Press Release

Governor Newsom announces upgrades to 21 fish hatcheries to boost salmon populations

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Children leap back in excitement as The Science Wizard triggers a fizzy explosion during a classic Mentos and Diet Coke experiment

Groovy Summer Stroll Returns

May 29, 2025 10:39AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

New Date, New Lights and Pro Wrestling Entertainment

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Sutter County Life Jacket Loaner Stations Now Open for 2025 Boating Season

May 29, 2025 10:33AM ● By Sutter County Children Families Commission News Release

Keeping Children Safe in and Around Water from Memorial Day to Labor Day

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State-Specific Tools Highlight Small Business Tax Deduction Benefits

May 28, 2025 05:00PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, has released two new digital tools to help small business owners, policymakers and the public in California.

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Students from Wheatland Union High School point to teacher and wrestler Olumide Coker (center) during a recent field trip.

Wrestling with Purpose

May 23, 2025 03:50PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Student vs. Master Showdown to Raise Funds for Special Education at Wheatland High

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The Butte College 56th Annual Commencement Ceremony will take place on Friday, May 30, at 7 p.m at John Cowan Sports Complex

Butte College to Celebrate 56th Annual Commencement Ceremony May 30

May 21, 2025 10:15AM ● By Butte College News Release

Butte College will confer 1,699 degrees and celebrate a distinct group of 1,349 graduates during its 56th Annual Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 30, at 7 p.m.

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New Bullards Bar Dam is an integral part of the Yuba River Development Project.

Yuba Water Agency Invests in Levee Improvements and Water Supply Reliability Projects

May 21, 2025 10:12AM ● By Yuba Water Agency News Release

On May 20, Yuba Water Agency committed more than $2.2 million in grants for projects to improve levees and benefit water supply reliability in Yuba County.

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Council Approves Paving Project Contracts

May 21, 2025 10:06AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council recognized National Volunteer Appreciation Week with a proclamation honoring the dedicated volunteers who support the police department at the April 15 meeting.

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