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Golfers pose smiling at the fourth annual “Together We’re Better Golf Tournament

Annual ‘Together We’re Better’ Golf Tournament Benefits Food Bank

May 29, 2025 11:15AM ● By Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way News Release

This year, Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way is excited to announce our 2025 tournament partner, the Yuba-Sutter Food Bank.

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Garden Club members who helped with the pruning of the roses

Sutter Buttes Garden Club Works to Beautify the City

May 29, 2025 11:06AM ● By Artis Buerki, Sutter Buttes Garden Club

The Sutter Buttes Garden Club received a $1,500 grant from the Yuba/Sutter Community Foundation last fall to replant some of the roses in the William Conkey Memorial Rose Garden.

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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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Beale Air & Space Expo Returns

May 29, 2025 10:01AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Historic Show After Seven-Year Hiatus

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Kris Anglin, a Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers pitcher, winds up during the team's inaugural game at Bryant Field in Marysville

High Wheelers Knock Inaugural Season Out of the Park

May 29, 2025 09:38AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

After much anticipation, the Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers knocked their inaugural season out of the park on Tuesday, May 20, at the newly renovated Bryant Field in Marysville.

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California Exceeds Four Million Myshake App Downloads

May 28, 2025 04:13PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

During Earthquake Preparedness Month, Governor Gavin Newsom announced on April 25 a major milestone: the MyShake app, which alerts Californians before an earthquake begins, has surpassed 4 million downloads, the equivalent of more than 10% of the state.

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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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Gordon Tom draws back a slingshot outside a downtown Marysville building on April 23.

‘Help Start an Old-New Sport’

May 21, 2025 10:05AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Gordon Tom’s Next Big Shot

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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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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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: In 1979, Pablo Cruise broke Elvis Presley’s record at the Sahara Tahoe Casino Stateline, Nevada for most sold-out shows and was one of the first bands to perform at a casino. Photo courtesy of Pablo Cruise

Whatcha Gonna Do May 31? Come see Pablo Cruise!

May 20, 2025 03:53PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Fans of the early ’70s/late ’80s California sun and surf sound will be in for a treat to hear that the platinum-selling pop/rock group Pablo Cruise will perform at the Hard Rock Casino on May 31.

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Anderson Union High School Senior, Neo Garcia, won for her piece, “Fools Gold.” Photo courtesy of Congressman Doug LaMalfa

Rep. LaMalfa Announces Winner of 2025 Congressional Art Competition

May 15, 2025 09:13AM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

On May 6, Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) announced the winner of the Spring 2025 Congressional Art Competition. Anderson Union High School Senior, Neo Garcia, won for her piece “Fools Gold.”

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The home features Corinthian-style columns, a balanced entryway, and symbolic pineapple finials.

From Castles to Cornerstones

May 14, 2025 10:01AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Julia Morgan’s Architectural Legacy in Yuba-Sutter

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A red canoe floats in the manmade pond at Red Maple Ranch in Yuba City.

Garden Tour Showcases Local Charm While Supporting Girls in STEM

May 14, 2025 09:54AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

On May 3, the Marysville-Yuba City branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) hosted its 31st Annual Garden Tour, an eagerly anticipated community event that combines scenic exploration with meaningful purpose.

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A wanted poster for William Stutley adds intrigue to “Robin Hood: The Ballad of the Hooded Archer,” an original production by Creative Thinkers

Creative Thinkers Presents Original ‘Robin Hood’ Production

May 14, 2025 09:36AM ● By Creative Thinkers News Release

Creative Thinkers is thrilled to present “Robin Hood: The Ballad of the Hooded Archer,” an original stage adaptation, at the Church of Glad Tidings from May 18 through 23.

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Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture is offering a unique opportunity for local veterans to enjoy a hands-on program at the Horses and Healing Therapeutic Riding Center

Horses, Healing and Art

May 14, 2025 09:21AM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

A Free Equine Therapy Clinic for Veterans

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Lambert House Cafe to Be Featured on America’s Best Restaurants

May 14, 2025 09:18AM ● By America’s Best Restaurants News Release

Local eatery Lambert House Cafe will be hosting a visit from America’s Best Restaurants (ABR) in mid-May.

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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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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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California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) workers wield their shovels for the State Highway 99 Rehabilitation Project.

99 Rehab Project Breaks Ground

May 08, 2025 02:06PM ● By Connie Voss, photos by Connie Voss

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and Gridley city officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on May 1 for the two-year rehabilitation project on the State Highway 99 corridor.

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East Nicolaus’s player bats a ball at the baseball game in Colusa

Spartan Baseball Splits with RedHawks

May 07, 2025 11:35AM ● By Jennifer Corriea, photos by Jennifer Corriea

Having dropped a heartbreaker 3-4 to Sacramento Valley League rival Colusa on April 29, the East Nicolaus baseball team responded three days later with a 13-8 come from behind win to split the season series with the RedHawks.

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Spartan shortstop Makinze Massey (center) is congratulated by teammates Arii Denis (right) and Kaylyn Ponce (left) after laying out to make a catch in East Nic’s softball game against Colusa on April 29.

East Nic Softball Suffers 1st SVL Loss

May 07, 2025 11:27AM ● By Jennifer Corriea, photos by Jennifer Corriea

As the saying goes, “All good things must come to an end” and such was the case for the East Nicolaus softball team as they saw its streak of 10 straight wins over Colusa broken after the RedHawks avenged their loss to the Spartans on April 29 by posting a 6-0 shutout victory on May 2.

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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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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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AJ, a representative from Intuitive, provides guidance to Ashley Potocnik as she tests the da Vinci 5 Console.

Golf and Giving Tournament Raises Funds for Robotic Surgery at Adventist Health

May 07, 2025 10:32AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

With swings, putts and purpose, the 34th Annual Golf and Giving Tournament brought the Yuba-Sutter community together May 2 at Peach Tree Golf and Country Club, all in the name of cutting-edge healthcare.

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Group photo of business professionals wearing suits and ties, dress

Aerospace Museum Funds Awards

May 06, 2025 10:32AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Almost 45 years after blast off, the Aerospace Museum of California last week celebrated 18 years as a self-supporting entity at the former McClellan Air Force Base.

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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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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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