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Smartsville and Timbuctoo festival Pioneer Day

Smartsville Festival Honors Volunteers, History

Apr 14, 2026 04:25PM ● By MPG Staff

Three longtime volunteers will be recognized for their years of dedication during the 17th annual Smartsville and Timbuctoo Pioneer Day on Saturday, April 25.

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Health Fair Brings Services Together

Apr 14, 2026 02:12PM ● By Susan Meeker, photos by Susan Meeker

Sutter County Public Health marked National Public Health Week with its fourth annual Cultural Health and Wellness Celebration April 9, drawing an estimated 200 residents to a two‑hour resource fair designed to connect families with low‑cost and no‑cost services.

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‘Finding Oz’ to Debut at the Acting Company

Apr 14, 2026 01:51PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

A new original play exploring the life behind one of America’s most enduring stories is coming to The Acting Company in Yuba City, as auditions open for “Finding Oz,” written and directed by Sacramento playwright Bob Cooner.

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Big Boy Arrival Captures Californians

Apr 14, 2026 01:37PM ● By Susan Meeker

Historic Steam Engine Touring for USA 250th

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AAUW Garden Tour Set for May 2

Apr 14, 2026 01:18PM ● By MPG Staff

The Marysville-Yuba City affiliate of the American Association of University Women will host its 32nd annual Garden Tour on Saturday, May 2, featuring a self-guided look at local gardens across Marysville.

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CDFW Opens Duck Stamp Art Contest

Apr 07, 2026 03:54PM ● By MPG Staff

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is inviting artists to submit original work for the 2026-27 California Duck Stamp Art Contest, with entries accepted from May 11 through June 19.

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Smartsville Pioneer Day set for April 25

Apr 07, 2026 09:52AM ● By Lloyd Green

The foothill town of Smartsville will once again step back into its Gold Rush past when the 17th annual Smartsville and Timbuctoo Pioneer Day returns Saturday, April 25, bringing a day of history, tours and community gathering to the Yuba County landmark.

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Beyond the Five Rivers Explores Local Punjabi History

Apr 07, 2026 09:50AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

A vibrant array of color and history is on display at the Sutter County Museum this spring. “Beyond the Five Rivers: Punjabi Pioneers Through the Art of Sarabjit Singh” opened March 25 and will remain on display through May 9, offering visitors a visually rich and historically grounded look at Punjabi migration, identity and community in California.

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Tickets On Sale for Freebirds Season

Apr 07, 2026 09:39AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

The Yuba-Sutter Freebirds have released single-game tickets for the 2026 season at Bryant Field, along with a promotional schedule featuring themed events, weekly specials and giveaways.

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‘Cabaret’ Opens April 10 in Yuba City

Apr 07, 2026 08:15AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Acting Company will open its latest production, “Cabaret,” on April 10, bringing the iconic musical set in 1930s Berlin to the local stage under the direction of first-time director Christian De La Torre.

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Bards Ball Brings English Country Dancing to Marysville

Apr 06, 2026 04:52PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Raffle baskets, finger foods and photo opportunities are staple amenities at almost any fundraising gala, but English country dancing is a rarer draw.

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Sutter County Debuts Career Training Facility

Mar 30, 2026 03:25PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Hundreds of community members, local officials and business leaders gathered for what the Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce described as its largest ribbon-cutting event to date, celebrating the opening of the Sutter County Office of Education’s new Career Training and Conference Center on March 25.

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Women Recognized for Leadership, Service

Mar 24, 2026 11:11AM ● By MPG Staff

Organizers of the annual Day for Women event, held March 7 at Hard Rock Live in Wheatland, have announced this year’s honorees, recognizing women whose leadership, service and entrepreneurial work have made an impact across the Yuba-Sutter region.

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Sumiko Sprague, new branch manager of the Sutter Branch Library

New Chapter at Sutter Library

Mar 24, 2026 10:59AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The Sutter Branch Library has a new permanent face behind its bookcases. Sumiko Sprague has stepped into the role of branch manager, bringing a passion for youth literacy, a love of books and a vision for creating a welcoming gathering place for local families.

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Local Writer Featured at Luncheon

Mar 24, 2026 10:04AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Author Steven T. Callan will speak at the Colusi County Historical Society’s April 18 luncheon, where he will discuss his latest novel, "The Outlaw from Newville."

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A young girl collects eggs during an Easter egg hu

Easter Events Fill Yuba-Sutter Calendar

Mar 23, 2026 05:20PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Cornerstone Church in Yuba City kicked off the Easter season early this year with an immersive “Walk With Jesus” experience, inviting families to step into the story of the holiday.

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A young participant rides on a firehorse-themed float

Bok Kai Festival is the Best

Mar 23, 2026 05:08PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Record-setting temperatures welcomed the 146th annual Bok Kai Parade and Festival this past weekend as crowds gathered in historic downtown Marysville.

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Students to Watch Appeals Court Arguments

Mar 16, 2026 04:45PM ● By MPG Staff

The California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, will hear oral arguments at the Sutter County Superior Courthouse on March 25 beginning at 10 a.m., offering students and the public a chance to observe the appellate court process.

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Spring Fling Pops Concert March 28

Mar 16, 2026 04:41PM ● By MPG Staff

The Yuba Sutter Symphony will present its Spring Fling Pops Concert on Saturday, March 28, with performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1390 Franklin Road in Yuba City.

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Competing chefs prepare and serve samples

Soul Food Cook-Off Returns to Yuba City

Mar 16, 2026 04:38PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The aroma of slow-simmered spices, buttery desserts and comfort food classics filled the air March 14 as the second annual Soul Food Cook-Off returned to Yuba City, drawing dozens of community members and seven competing chefs.

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Murder Mystery Fundraiser at Sutter Theater

Mar 16, 2026 04:13PM ● By MPG Staff

An interactive Wild West murder mystery dinner theater event will take over the Sutter Theater Center for the Arts later this month, offering guests an evening of food, entertainment and sleuthing while raising money for local arts and education programs.

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Bok Kai Names 2026 Ambassador, Grand Marshal

Mar 16, 2026 03:35PM ● By MPG Staff

The Bok Kai Parade & Festival Committee has announced the community members who will serve as ambassador and grand marshal for the 2026 Bok Kai celebration, honoring both youth leadership and decades of civic service.

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Bard’s Ball Returns March 28

Mar 16, 2026 03:27PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Theater lovers and community supporters are invited to step into a world of masks, music and imagination when The Acting Company hosts its second annual Bard’s Ball on Saturday, March 28, at the Tri-Counties Community Center in Marysville.

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Featured quilter Pat May poses beside one of her favorite quilt designs

Yuba-Sutter Quilt Show Blends Artistry and Community Tribute

Mar 10, 2026 10:15AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

“Painting with fabric.” That’s how Pat May, this year’s featured quilter at the Yuba-Sutter Valley Quilt Guild’s 43rd annual quilt show, described the intricate art form.

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Shoppers browse local vendors as the sun sets over Center Street

Night Market Returns to Downtown Yuba City

Mar 10, 2026 09:36AM ● By Lloyd Green

The Downtown Yuba City Night Market is back this spring, bringing live music, food, shopping and family-friendly fun to Center Street in downtown Yuba City from 6 to 9 p.m.

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Regional Meat Processing Facility Tour Set for March 30

Mar 10, 2026 08:49AM ● By Lloyd Green

Organizers have announced another public tour of the developing USDA and California Department of Food and Agriculture certified meat processing facility at the Colusa Industrial Park.

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Northern California Celtic/Americana rock band

Celtic Rock Returns to Yuba City

Mar 09, 2026 04:07PM ● By MPG Staff

Northern California Celtic/Americana rock band "One Eyed Reilly" will return to Yuba City for a one-night performance at the Sutter Theater Center for the Arts on Saturday, March 14.

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Kids Craft Event Launches Bok Kai Season

Mar 09, 2026 03:50PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

This year’s Bok Kai season officially kicked off March 7 at the Chinese School House in Marysville where children and families gathered to make themed crafts, listen to cultural stories and learn more about the local temple’s traditions.

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Vendor Market Signals Revival for Historic 7 Mile House

Mar 09, 2026 03:44PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

High winds did little to dampen the debut of the 7 Mile House Market on Saturday as vendors and shoppers gathered for the inaugural event despite blustery conditions.

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Stage Thriller Grips Yuba City

Mar 03, 2026 11:48AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Audiences may know the crime is coming, but the real key to enjoying The Acting Company’s latest production is watching a carefully locked plan fall apart.

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Native Culture Highlighted in Marysville

Mar 03, 2026 11:39AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

For more than two decades, the annual Winter Pow Wow at the Tri-Counties Community Center has offered the community a lively and welcoming introduction to Native culture, blending tradition with lighthearted fun.

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Huli Huli Chili pose with their award-winning entry during the annual Chili Cook-Off

Chili Cook-Off Raises $2,979

Mar 02, 2026 04:35PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The parking lot was packed, and for latecomers, it was standing room only Saturday, Feb. 28, at the annual Chili Cook-Off at the Moose Lodge in Yuba City, where friendly competition and community spirit combined for a good cause.

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An antique tractor flies an American flag

Antique Tractor Drive Rolls Through Sutter

Mar 02, 2026 04:22PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Antique engines rumbled to life beneath spring skies Feb. 21 as the Sutter Lions Club hosted its fifth annual Almond Blossom Antique Tractor Drive, drawing families, history buffs and tractor enthusiasts for a scenic tour through the Sutter Buttes region.

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