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Local Agencies Align on Tort Reform Plan

Jun 30, 2026 08:52AM ● By Susan Meeker

Cities and counties across the region, including Butte County, Biggs, Live Oak and Sutter County, are joining a statewide push for tort reform as public‑entity liability costs continue to climb and strain local budgets.

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New Civil Grand Jury Begins Service

Jun 29, 2026 04:28PM ● By MPG Staff

Nineteen members of the 2026-27 Yuba County Civil Grand Jury took the oath of office Thursday, beginning a new term of service as independent citizen watchdogs over local government.

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Yuba City Narrows Budget Deficit as Costs Climb

Jun 23, 2026 03:00PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Yuba City Council adopted a $126 million budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year last week, reducing a projected $7.8 million structural deficit to about $2.2 million through spending reductions, staffing cuts and the use of one-time funding sources.

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Council Approves Softball Field Agreement, Updates City Ordinances

Jun 23, 2026 02:26PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council on June 16 approved a facility use agreement with Boom Time Sports LLC to manage the softball fields at Beckwourth Riverfront Park.

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Yuba City Adopts Five-Year Utility Rate Plan

Jun 23, 2026 10:34AM ● By Susan Meeker

Yuba City approved a new five-year schedule of water and wastewater rates as part of its June 16 consent agenda, establishing rates through fiscal year 2030-31 to support ongoing operations, maintenance, and infrastructure needs for the city’s utility systems.

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Healthcare Access in Rural Counties Is Already at Risk — H.R. 1 Makes It Worse

Jun 18, 2026 06:31PM ● By Kent Boes, California State Association of Counties

Colusa County Supervisor Kent Boes warns proposed federal healthcare changes could jeopardize Medi-Cal coverage, strain Colusa Medical Center, and threaten access to rural healthcare.

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Marysville Advances Greening Projects, Reviews Noise Rules

Jun 15, 2026 03:49PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At its June 2 meeting, the Marysville City Council considered a $3.18 million contract with Lamon Construction Co. Inc. for pavement rehabilitation on streets north of Highway 20 and west of D Street.

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James Gallagher takes the oath of office

Gallagher Sworn into Congress

Jun 15, 2026 03:47PM ● By MPG Staff

Congressman James Gallagher was sworn in today as the representative for California's 1st Congressional District following his victory in last week's special election.

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Sutter County Facing Budget Pressures

Jun 15, 2026 03:27PM ● By Susan Meeker

Sutter County officials presented a balanced $551.6 million recommended budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year on June 9, warning that rising personnel costs, staffing shortages and uncertainty in state funding continue placing pressure on county operations.

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North State Sends Gallagher to Congress

Jun 08, 2026 04:44PM ● By Susan Meeker

Republican Assemblyman James Gallagher appears headed to Congress after unofficial election results showed him winning the special election to fill the vacant 1st Congressional District seat left by the death of Congressman Doug LaMalfa.

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What’s Wrong with the Legislature Can be Explained in these Two Bills

Jun 02, 2026 10:25AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

How Can Measures Passing 78-0, 34-2 in One House Never Get a Hearing in the Other Chamber?

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Rural Counties Back State Split Resolution

Jun 01, 2026 05:08PM ● By Susan Meeker

Rural frustration over water policy, state mandates, shrinking local control and what county leaders described as a widening political divide between urban and inland California is fueling new support across Northern California for Assembly Joint Resolution 23, a proposal signaling interest in forming a new state from California’s existing boundaries.

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Marysville City Council issued a proclamation to honor the Marysville High School Wrestling Team

Marysville Honors Wrestling Champions

May 27, 2026 11:50AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council held a special meeting May 19 to consider allowing conditional use permits for automobile uses and indoor commercial recreation facilities in mixed-use downtown areas.

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Gallagher Recognized for Peach Grower Aid

May 27, 2026 11:03AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Sutter County Board of Supervisors on May 12 honored James Gallagher for helping secure federal assistance for local cling peach growers impacted by the closure of the Del Monte cannery.

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Marysville Appoints Fire Board Members

May 12, 2026 11:06AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Considers Future Council Pay Increase

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Local Taxpayer Protection Act Eligible for November 2026 Ballot

May 12, 2026 09:31AM ● By California Business Roundtable News Release

Voters to Decide on Critical Measure to Restore Their Rights on Taxes

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Board Approves $10M Loan for South County Wastewater Project

May 05, 2026 01:01PM ● By MPG Staff

The Yuba County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 this week to approve a $10 million loan aimed at closing a funding gap for the South County Infrastructure Project, a regional wastewater effort serving the Wheatland area.

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Marysville Reviews Budget, Expands Smoking Restrictions

Apr 27, 2026 05:48PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council reviewed midyear budget amendments and approved updates to its smoking ordinance during its April 21 meeting.

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Valencia Seeks Re-Election as Treasurer-Tax Collector

Apr 20, 2026 03:35PM ● By MPG Staff

Sutter County Treasurer-Tax Collector Nicholas Valencia has announced his campaign for re-election, citing a focus on strengthening the county’s financial position and improving services for taxpayers.

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Lawmakers Advance Utility Reform Plan

Apr 14, 2026 04:27PM ● By MPG Staff

A state Assembly committee has approved legislation from Assemblyman James Gallagher, R-East Nicolaus, that seeks to lower electricity rates and address compensation gaps for wildfire victims.

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Sutter County Joins Jail Medical Study

Apr 14, 2026 03:14PM ● By Susan Meeker

Facing rising jail medical costs, Sutter County will join a regional feasibility study to explore new ways of delivering inmate healthcare.

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Local Prosecutors Back Reform Bill

Apr 07, 2026 11:18AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

District attorneys in Yuba and Sutter counties are urging state lawmakers to revise California’s mental health diversi

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Yuba City OKs Pedestrian Safety Project

Apr 07, 2026 10:59AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Yuba City Council on April 1 approved plans for a citywide pedestrian improvement project that will upgrade crosswalks, curb ramps and roadway striping at key locations across the community.

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Council Reviews Development Progress, Smoking Rules

Mar 30, 2026 03:27PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Marysville City Council received an update on community development efforts and discussed potential changes to the city’s smoking ordinance during its March 17 meeting.

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Proposed Utility Rate Hike Moves Forward

Mar 24, 2026 10:53AM ● By Susan Meeker

Residents could see sharply higher water and sewer bills as city officials work to address rising costs, aging infrastructure and long-term system needs.

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Council Approves On-Call Grant Consultant

Mar 16, 2026 03:54PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the March 3 meeting of the Marysville City Council, members considered a one-year agreement with Peterson Consulting Advantage for on-call grant development and strategic consulting, for an amount not to exceed $25,000.

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Scriven Announces Assessor Campaign

Mar 10, 2026 10:28AM ● By MPG Staff

Kathy Scriven has announced her candidacy for Sutter County Assessor, citing more than two decades of experience working in assessor’s offices and a commitment to fair and accurate property assessments.

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Gallagher Enters First District Race

Mar 10, 2026 08:35AM ● By MPG Staff

California Assemblyman James Gallagher filed official paperwork to run for Congress in California’s First Congressional District following the death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa.

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Liz Davit, a third-generation Sutter County resident

Davit Enters Treasurer–Tax Collector Race

Mar 09, 2026 04:23PM ● By MPG Staff

Sutter County resident Liz Davit has announced her candidacy for Sutter County Treasurer–Tax Collector, citing financial experience and a commitment to full-time public service.

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Yuba Council Reviews Vision for City Future

Mar 09, 2026 04:15PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Yuba City Council last week began discussing what members want to see from a long-term economic “visioning” effort aimed at strengthening downtown, improving access to the Feather River and guiding future development.

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Gallagher Pushes California-Grown Meals

Mar 02, 2026 04:54PM ● By MPG Staff

Assemblyman James Gallagher, R-Yuba City, has introduced legislation that would prioritize California-grown whole foods in school meals and update state policy to promote access to locally produced food.

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Congressman Mike Thompson met with rural healthcare leaders

Healthcare Leaders Warn of Rural Strain

Feb 23, 2026 03:45PM ● By MPG Staff

Rep. Mike Thompson convened a healthcare roundtable Feb. 6 in Yuba City, bringing together rural hospital leaders, community health clinics, county health officials and local elected leaders to discuss access to care across California’s 4th Congressional District.

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Council Advances Vision for Yuba City’s Future

Feb 23, 2026 03:21PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Yuba City Council on Feb. 18 unanimously approved a new three-year strategic plan, launching an ambitious roadmap city leaders said will drive investment, strengthen services and align long-term priorities across every department through 2029.

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Sutter Supervisors Urge Newsom to Accelerate LaMalfa Election

Feb 10, 2026 01:06PM ● By Susan Meeker

The Sutter County Board of Supervisors approved a letter at a Feb. 2 special meeting urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to accelerate the special election to fill the congressional seat left vacant by the death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa.

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Sowles Announces Bid for Superior Court

Feb 10, 2026 01:02PM ● By MPG Staff

Attorney Tamara Sowles announced her candidacy for Yuba County Superior Court Judge, Office 1, citing more than a decade of experience in prosecution, municipal law and private practice.

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