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Butte Water District Rates Increasing

Apr 09, 2025 01:38PM ● By Connie Voss, photos by Connie Voss

A vote was taken at the Butte Water District (BWD) March 31 public hearing to raise water rates and implement a new Groundwater Management Fee.

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Rep. LaMalfa Recognized for Leadership in Forestry and Rural Industry

Apr 09, 2025 11:00AM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) was selected to receive the 2025 Congressional Leadership Award from the American Loggers Council (ALC) and the American Biomass Energy Association (ABEA) for his work to support the timber and biomass industries, improve forest management, and reduce wildfire risks.

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Gallagher Calls for Federal Audit of Soaring Medi-Cal Costs

Apr 02, 2025 09:08AM ● By Assemblyman James Gallagher News Release

While vulnerable patients struggle to access care, out-of-control spending takes away from other priorities.

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Rep. LaMalfa Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Repeal Federal Excise Tax on Heavy Trucks

Apr 01, 2025 12:08PM ● By Office of Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

On March 26, Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to repeal the twelve percent Federal excise tax on heavy trucks with Reps. Pappas (D-NH), LaHood (R-IL), Carbajal (D-CA) and Miller (R-OH).

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City Council Approves General Plan Updates

Mar 25, 2025 04:13PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council reported on March 18 that it authorized nuisance abatement actions at 530 4th St. and 615 F St. during a closed session.

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Live Oak Considers Water Rate Increases

Mar 12, 2025 09:45AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Live Oak City Council members heard a mid-year budget report and considered amendments to the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget during their March 5 meeting.

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Robert Bendorf Named Interim City Manager

Mar 12, 2025 09:35AM ● By Yuba City News Release

Yuba City City Council has appointed Robert Bendorf as interim city manager, effective this week.

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Federal Funding Opportunities Discussed in Live Oak

Feb 27, 2025 09:09AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council held a special meeting on Feb. 18 to discuss possible federal funding opportunities for community facilities and water system upgrades.

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City Hopes to Determine Source of PFAs in Water

Feb 27, 2025 08:48AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Feb. 19 meeting of the Live Oak City Council, Interim Public Works Director Jeff Nelson presented an update about the levels of PFAs (forever chemicals) in the city wells.

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LaMalfa, Thompson Introduce Pacific Flyway Habitat Enhancement Act

Feb 27, 2025 08:41AM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) and Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) re-introduced the Pacific Flyway Habitat Enhancement Act. This bill allows the Secretary of Agriculture to enroll additional agricultural lands in the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program

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Yuba City Wants Your Input on Downtown

Feb 20, 2025 08:53AM ● By Yuba City News Release

The City of Yuba City is launching a community survey to gather input on the environmental assessment and redevelopment of 442 B St. in downtown Yuba City, which is currently vacant and considered a brownfield.

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New Country Music Festival Considered

Feb 12, 2025 10:12AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Marysville City Council members at their Feb. 4 meeting heard an update about traffic calming measures planned for the area of E Street and 12th Street.

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New County Supervisors Sworn in to Yuba County Board

Jan 28, 2025 10:29AM ● By Yuba County News Release

Three County Supervisors took their oath of office at a special board meeting Monday, Jan. 6, and elected a new chair and vice-chair.

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Marysville City Council Opposes Proposed Water Rate Increase

Jan 28, 2025 10:20AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council held a special meeting Jan. 23 to discuss its opposition to a proposed 33% increase in water rates by California Water Service (Cal Water) over the next three years.

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Representative Kiley Appointed to Key Subcommittees on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

Jan 24, 2025 11:20AM ● By Office of Rep. Kevin Kiley News Release

On Jan. 22, Representative Kevin Kiley (R-CA) released a statement after being appointed to multiple committees

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Yuba Water Board Censures Director Seth Fuhrer

Jan 02, 2025 11:24AM ● By Yuba Water Board News Release

At a Dec. 23 special meeting of the Yuba Water Agency Board of Directors, the board issued a resolution of censure for Director Seth Fuhrer, who was also recently censured by the Yuba County Board of Supervisors for inappropriate workplace conduct.

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Supervisor Fuhrer Given Censors and Stipulations

Dec 24, 2024 11:19AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

A special meeting was held on Dec. 19 at the Yuba County Government center regarding Yuba County Supervisor Seth Fuhrer and the alleged workplace misconduct allegations brought against him.

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Council Approves Caltrans Settlement Agreement

Dec 24, 2024 10:59AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Nov. 17 meeting, the Maryville City Council issued a proclamation honoring Ric Lim for his volunteer work with Maryville Police Department.

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‘Workplace Misconduct’ Allegations Brought Against Yuba County Supervisor

Dec 19, 2024 08:31AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Seth Fuhrer, Yuba County’s Third District Supervisor, has been banned from attending conferences conducted by the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) and the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) because of alleged "lewd, sexually suggestive, and inappropriate comments," according to a document filed in Yuba County Superior Court.

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Marysville City Council Honors Outgoing Member

Dec 11, 2024 09:32AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Dec. 3 Marysville City Council meeting, the results of the 2024 election were accepted and approved.

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Gallagher Re-Elected Assembly Republican Leader

Dec 04, 2024 11:16AM ● By Assembly Republicans News Release

Welcomes New Members and Announces Leadership Team

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Snapshot of Local Homelessness

Nov 26, 2024 05:26PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

November is National Homeless Awareness Month, which includes National Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week from Nov. 12 to 23. During this time, the Sutter Yuba Homeless Consortium held its monthly stakeholders meeting and was joined by Sutter-Yuba Behavioral Health for a presentation on Proposition 1.

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LaMalfa Elected Chairman of Congressional Western Caucus

Nov 21, 2024 10:11AM ● By Office of Rep. Doug LaMalfa News Release

On Nov. 19, the Congressional Western Caucus Executive Committee unanimously elected Executive Vice Chair Doug LaMalfa (CA-01) to serve as the Caucus’ Chairman for the 119th Congress.

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City of Marysville Settles Hotel Lawsuit and Takes Steps to Open State Highway 70 Northbound Lanes

Nov 14, 2024 03:24PM ● By City of Marysville News Release

As previously announced the City of Marysville has taken steps to secure financing and contracts for work on the Hotel Marysville structure such that normal traffic patterns can be restored within a reasonably short time frame.

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Sen. Dodd Returns from Ukraine, Urges Action

Nov 05, 2024 04:07PM ● By Office of Senator Bill Dodd News Release

Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, recently returned from a weeklong diplomatic trip to Lviv, Ukraine.

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Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., Reminds Voters of their Rights

Oct 30, 2024 09:49AM ● By California Secretary of State News Release

With the Nov. 5 General Election quickly approaching, California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., reminds California voters that they have a Voter Bill of Rights to ensure that every eligible California voter can cast a ballot easily, confidentially, and free from intimidation.

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Yuba County Reminds Residents Where to Vote

Oct 30, 2024 09:05AM ● By Yuba County News Release

Ballots must be deposited in the drop box before 8 p.m. on Election Day.

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‘Time to Toot Our Horns,’ Sikhs Advise Commission

Oct 30, 2024 08:43AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The area's first “Sikh Listening Session” was held Oct. 22 at Ettl Hall in Yuba City.

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Nevada County Republican Party Responds to Election Ballot Error

Oct 28, 2024 12:50PM ● By Nevada County Republican Party News Release

The Nevada County Republican Party (NCRP) received notice on Oct. 23 from the Nevada County Elections department that a printer error on vote-by-mail ballots could delay election results.

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California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., Urges Eligible Californians to Register, Vote, and Track Their Ballots

Oct 21, 2024 08:48AM ● By California Secretary of State News Release

California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., is urging eligible citizens to register to vote before the Oct. 21 deadline for the upcoming Nov. 5, General Election.

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Nine Commission-Supported Bills Signed into Law

Oct 16, 2024 04:32PM ● By Little Hoover Commission News Release

Nine bills supported by the Little Hoover Commission were signed into law this year, including four measures that will strengthen efforts against intimate partner violence and other legislation to address labor trafficking, organic waste disposal, and customer-centric government.

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LaMalfa, Thompson Introduce Pacific Flyway Habitat Enhancement Act

Oct 16, 2024 12:58PM ● By Office of Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) issued the following statement after introducing the Pacific Flyway Habitat Enhancement Act with Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04).

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Dom Belza Named Honorary Co-Chair for Yes on Prop 36 Committee

Oct 16, 2024 12:50PM ● By Free California News Release

On Oct. 7, Marysville City Councilmember Dom Belza was named an Honorary Co-Chair for the Yes on Prop 36 campaign for the City of Marysville.

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Vote-By-Mail Ballots Now Being Sent to California Voters

Oct 16, 2024 09:29AM ● By California Secretary of State News Release

California county elections officials have begun mailing vote-by-mail ballots to each active registered voter. California voters can expect to see their ballots arriving in the coming days.

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