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: Incoming Sutter County Library Director Ayla Elkins, left, stands alongside retiring Director James Ochsner at the library

New Director Named for Sutter County Library

May 21, 2025 10:01AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

James Ochsner, Director of Library Services for the Sutter County Library, has officially retired from his position after 18 years of dedicated service.

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Public Works and Development Services Director Ben Moody will be departing the organization to accept a new role with a neighboring city.

Public Works and Development Services Director to Join Nearby Agency

May 21, 2025 09:57AM ● By Yuba City News Release

Public Works and Development Services Director Ben Moody will be departing the organization to accept a new role with a neighboring city, effective June 5.

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Help Shape a Better Future for Yuba County’s Youngest Children

May 21, 2025 09:54AM ● By First 5 Yuba News Release

First 5 Yuba is seeking qualified consultants to provide strategic planning services beginning in June.

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Community Awards Winners Named

May 21, 2025 09:51AM ● By City of Oroville News Release

The City of Oroville is pleased to announce the winners of three major community awards designed to honor the pride and stewardship of local individuals.

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High Wheelers prospects line the dugout fence at Bryant Field in Marysville during spring training on May 12.

High Hopes and Big Swings

May 21, 2025 09:48AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers Kick Off Spring Training at Bryant Field

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- Yuba and Sutter counties will observe Memorial Day with two meaningful public events

Events to Honor The Fallen

May 21, 2025 09:38AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Yuba and Sutter counties will observe Memorial Day with two meaningful public events that honor the sacrifices of America’s military service members.

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Members of the band Decades perform during the opening set at the “Concert in the Ballpark” event on May 3, at Bryant Field in Marysville

Bikes, Bites and Ballads

May 14, 2025 09:05AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Chris Pedigo

A Big Day Out in Yuba-Sutter

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The fish originated from increased production at California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s hatchery operations at the Feather River Fish Hatchery and the Mokelumne River Fish Hatchery.

Up Stream from Here

May 14, 2025 08:56AM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

New Salmon Releases to Support Populations

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Red, White, and Blue, and Race Cars Too

May 14, 2025 08:51AM ● By Silver Dollar Fair News Release

Silver Dollar Fair is Back

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Community Needs Assessment Meeting May 13

May 07, 2025 11:38AM ● By Sutter and Yuba County Community Action Agencies News Release

Yuba and Sutter County Community Action Agencies will host a public planning session on Tuesday, May 13 from 10 a.m. to noon at Hope Haven, 103 D St. in Marysville to help determine the needs of the low-income and how to end poverty in Yuba-Sutter.

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International Clowning Star Now Calls Yuba County Home

May 07, 2025 11:07AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

And He’s Ready to Share His Magic

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Marysville Police Department Chief Christian Sachs

Police Chief Christian Sachs Announces Retirement

May 07, 2025 11:03AM ● By City of Marysville News Release

The City of Marysville announced May 1 that Police Chief Christian Sachs will retire from the Marysville Police Department, effective May 2025.

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Rep. LaMalfa Announces New High-Tech Air Force Mission at Beale AFB

May 07, 2025 10:59AM ● By Office of Representative Doug LaMalfa News Release

— Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) announced May 2 that Beale Air Force Base (AFB) has been selected as the preferred location for the Air Force’s new Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) Aircraft Readiness Unit, a major step forward in securing the base’s future role in next-generation defense technology.

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Featured is a preview of this custom chopper minibike, which will be up for grabs during the silent auction at Jacob’s Journey on May 18 at Gauche Aquatic Park in Yuba City.

‘Jacob’s Journey’ Fundraiser Helps Child Fighting Leukemia

May 07, 2025 10:50AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Nine-year-old Jacob Bear is a typical Yuba City boy who loves Godzilla, builds Lego creations and plays Fortnite with his friends.

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Clemency Granted After More Than a Decade in Prison

May 05, 2025 02:09PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

On April 18, California Governor Gavin Newsom granted clemency to 25 individuals, including the commutation of Yuba County man Corey Fernandez.

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Police Chief Christian Sachs Announces Retirement

May 02, 2025 03:22PM ● By City of Marysville News Release

The City of Marysville announced May 1 that Police Chief Christian Sachs will retire from the Marysville Police Department, effective May 2025.

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Alice in Wonderland having a tea party with Peter Pan.

CORE Charter Students Present Multi-Showcase

Apr 29, 2025 10:23AM ● By CORE Charter School News Release

CORE’s Performing Arts Department invites families and community members to a theatrical event celebrating student talent and creativity across generations and genres.

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Woman wearing white shirt with blue jeans with two other women wearing dresses. One is in a black dress and the other is in a patterned blue dress.

Back in Black: Fundraiser to Support Marysville’s Upcoming Juneteenth Celebration

Apr 29, 2025 10:20AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Just east of downtown Marysville, nestled between the levee and 10th Street, lies Yuba Square Park, a 4.2-acre greenspace complete with an old, faded mining mural.

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Two people having a picnic on a blanket.

Yuba College Gives Theatergoers ‘the Bird’ with Bold Chekhov Remix

Apr 29, 2025 10:18AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

There’s one weekend left to catch “Stupid … Bird” at Yuba College and local theater enthusiasts should seriously consider flocking to their seats.

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Pending Fire Closure of the Buttes Area and Burning Regulations

Apr 29, 2025 10:05AM ● By County of Sutter News Release

In an effort to reduce the occurrence of destructive fires within the Sutter Buttes, the Sutter County Fire Department will enforce a ban, as we do each year, on open fires in that area.

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California, Federal Government, Yuba Water Agency Partner Up in Historic Project

Apr 29, 2025 09:57AM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new historic agreement to help return spring-run Chinook salmon and other native fish species to their historic habitats in the Yuba River was signed April 25.

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Sutter County Hires Legal Team to Address Oroville Dam Flood Concerns

Apr 29, 2025 09:53AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Sutter County Board of Supervisors has approved a contract with a Sacramento-based law firm to help address concerns over flood risks tied to the operations of Oroville Dam.

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Butte College Speech and Debate Team Shines at Two National Tournaments

Apr 29, 2025 09:51AM ● By Butte College News Release

The Butte College speech and debate team recently returned from two national tournaments with record-setting results, demonstrating remarkable skill, preparation, and teamwork on the national stage.

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Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Apr 28, 2025 02:11PM ● By alifornia Department of Transportation (CalTrans) News Release

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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Art Party Presenting the Work of Kathy Childers and John Christie

Apr 28, 2025 02:07PM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts News Release

It’s time once again for Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture to throw open the doors at its Sutter Theater Center for the Arts and welcome into its Art Box Gallery guest artists to showcase their work.

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Improving Safety and Reliability for our Hometowns

Apr 24, 2025 12:16PM ● By Pacific Gas and Electric Company News Release

PG&E Relocating Gas Main in Wheatland

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inaugural Gold Country Brew Fest and State BBQ Championship makes its debut at the Gold Country Casino Resort

Inaugural Gold Country Brew Fest and State BBQ Championship Debuts

Apr 24, 2025 09:24AM ● By Gold Country Casino Resort News Release

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable day of bold flavors, cold brews and nonstop entertainment as the inaugural Gold Country Brew Fest and State BBQ Championship makes its debut at the Gold Country Casino Resort on May 17!

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Safety Improvement Project Kicks Off in Sutter County

Apr 23, 2025 10:43AM ● By California Department of Transportation News Release

Detour In Place at Intersection of State Route 99 and Oswald Road

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Heartbeat

Apr 23, 2025 10:40AM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

An Outdoor Art Festival and Art Sale at Kalakara

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Soccer Club to Host Free Youth Soccer Tryouts

Apr 23, 2025 09:49AM ● By MPG Staff

The Elite FC is having free soccer tryouts starting May 12 through May 20. The Elite FC is a competitive youth soccer club serving the areas of Yuba and Sutter.

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Congressman LaMalfa Statement on the Passage of the SAVE Act

Apr 23, 2025 09:41AM ● By Office of Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

On April 10, Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a bill that ensures only U.S. citizens can vote in federal elections by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration.

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Nevada County Designates New Landmark

Apr 23, 2025 09:29AM ● By Nevada County News Release

Nevada County Board of Supervisors approved the Resolution to Landmark the Grant Schoolhouse, located at 135 Winchester St, in Grass Valley, on March 11.

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The Bard’s Ball

Apr 23, 2025 09:23AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Get ready for a night of fantasy, flair, and festivity as The Bard’s Ball makes its grand debut at the Tri-Counties Community Center on Saturday, April 26, from 7 to 11 p.m. in Marysville.

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Yuba City Doctor Placed on Six-Year Probation

Apr 23, 2025 09:18AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Dr. Dung Minh Tran, an internal medicine physician based in Yuba City, has been placed on a six-year probation by the Medical Board of California following a series of workplace misconduct allegations and an admitted inappropriate relationship with a subordinate nurse.

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Rotary Club Donates 9 Life-Saving AESs to Area Schools

Apr 23, 2025 09:14AM ● By Rotary Club of Marysville News Release

The Rotary Club of Marysville delivered nine automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to Yuba County schools, as part of a regional Rotary initiative to ensure the life-saving devices are accessible when needed to save a child in cardiac arrest.

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