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Joe Ferrie, owner of Silver Dollar Saloon, poses dressed as a founding father

Yuba-Sutter Celebrates New Year’s

Jan 06, 2026 09:13AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Big plans for Tower Plaza in Yuba City were rained out on New Year’s Eve, canceling what would have been the first live music event of its kind at the newly opened park.

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Yuba County Traffic Signal Upgrades, Construction Expected to Begin in 2026

Jan 05, 2026 06:24PM ● By MPG Staff

Yuba County Public Works is preparing to begin a major traffic-signal modernization effort designed to improve visibility, reduce collisions and enhance pedestrian safety at nine intersections countywide.

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Sutter County Sheriff’s Office personnel pose with K-9 Cheeto

Commander’s Commendation

Jan 05, 2026 06:16PM ● By Sutter County Sheriff’s Office News Release

On Dec. 16, 2025, the Sutter County Sheriff’s Office recognized Deputy Mayson Bor, Deputy Ian Hoke, Deputy Coston Beauchamp and Sgt. Mark Hylen for their actions during a dangerous, life-threatening incident on Oct. 6, 2025.

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A new visitor center at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex headquarters

Wings Return to the Sacramento Valley

Jan 05, 2026 06:02PM ● By Susan Meeker, photos by Susan Meeker

The 2026 Snow Goose Festival will bring four days of field trips, workshops and community activities to the Northern Sacramento Valley Jan. 22‑25, celebrating the region’s wintering bird populations and the annual arrival of migratory waterfowl.

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A volunteer serves plates at the buffet line as Seniors on the Go

Seniors on the Go Builds on Momentum, Prepares to Expand into Olivehurst

Jan 05, 2026 05:56PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

What began as a modest outreach effort in the Yuba County foothills has grown into one of the region’s most consistent senior-focused programs, and now “Seniors on the Go” is preparing to expand once again.

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CDFA Lifts Statewide Ban on Poultry and Dairy Cattle Exhibitions

Dec 30, 2025 12:10PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

The California Department of Food and Agriculture has lifted its statewide ban on poultry and dairy cattle exhibitions at fairs and shows, clearing the way for animals to return to exhibition barns across the state.

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Cast and crew of The Acting Company’s “Pirates of Penzance” celebrate a sold-out performance

Theater in Review, 2025

Dec 30, 2025 11:55AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

It’s that time of year again, and it’s hard to believe another round of theatrical seasons has come and gone so quickly.

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Sutter County Museum Opens New Seaweed Exhibit

Dec 30, 2025 10:51AM ● By MPG Staff

Sutter County Museum in Yuba City has opened a new temporary exhibit, “The Curious World of Seaweed,” now on display through Feb. 21. Admission to the exhibit is free.

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Members of the Yuba City Council gather during a December meeting recognizing outgoing Mayor

Yuba City Marks Mayoral Transition

Dec 30, 2025 10:32AM ● By MPG Staff

During the week of Dec. 18, the City of Yuba City recognized Dave Shaw for his service and leadership as mayor in 2025, thanking him for his dedication to the community.

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Jill Justice-Childs and Jason Childs, creators of the Yuba Sutter Light Show

Sky Beams Spotlight South Yuba City Holiday Display

Dec 30, 2025 10:16AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Beams of light cutting through the night sky quickly drew the attention of Yuba-Sutter residents this past December.

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California Rolls Out 2026 Laws

Dec 30, 2025 09:51AM ● By Susan Meeker

California ushered in a new set of laws this week, and while many were shaped by urban concerns, several will still influence daily life in rural Northern California.

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LaMalfa Legislation to Protect Rural Areas from Fires Passes House

Dec 17, 2025 09:01AM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

On Dec. 11, the Forest Protection and Wildland Firefighter Safety Act, which was introduced by Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale), passed the House as part of a larger permitting reform package, the PERMIT Act.

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Yuba County Honors Two Employees for Career Milestones

Dec 16, 2025 02:40PM ● By Yuba County News Release

The Yuba County Board of Supervisors recognized two longtime employees Tuesday, Dec. 9, presenting proclamations honoring their service and career achievements.

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Yuba-Sutter Food Bank Reports Sharp Rise in Demand

Dec 16, 2025 01:59PM ● By Susan Meeker

Rising food insecurity across Yuba and Sutter counties has driven demand for food assistance to record levels.

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Yuba County OES Planners Sara Baggett, left, and Communications Specialist Cassie Bryan display materials from the county’s “We’re Not Scared, We’re Prepared!” youth emergency preparedness program

Yuba County OES Youth Preparedness Program Wins Statewide Award

Dec 16, 2025 01:52PM ● By MPG Staff

Yuba County’s Office of Emergency Services has received a 2025 California State Association of Counties (CSAC) Challenge Award for its youth emergency preparedness program, “We’re Not Scared, We’re Prepared!”

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Sutter County Taxpayers Foot Bill for Old Rehab Loans

Dec 16, 2025 01:46PM ● By Susan Meeker

Taxpayers will absorb nearly $235,000 in losses after the Sutter County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Dec. 9 to write off 13 delinquent housing rehabilitation loans.

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Winter Wonderland Spreads Holiday Cheer

Dec 16, 2025 01:25PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Floor-to-ceiling stacks of presents lined the youth-side lobby of the Tri-Counties Community Center on Dec. 7 as families gathered for the organization’s annual Winter Wonderland celebration — an event that continues to grow each year in both size and impact.

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Holiday Art Market at the Art Box

Dec 16, 2025 01:00PM ● By Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture News Release

Help Support the Local Arts Economy

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Habitat for Humanity Yuba-Sutter take the ceremonial first turn of soil

Groundbreaking Held for Merriment Village Affordable Housing Community

Dec 16, 2025 12:49PM ● By MPG Staff

Local officials, community partners and representatives from Habitat for Humanity Yuba-Sutter gathered Tuesday, Dec. 9, to break ground on Merriment Village, a new affordable housing development planned for north Yuba City.

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Christmas Stroll Draws Thousands

Dec 16, 2025 12:41PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

The Christmas Stroll went off without a hitch Saturday night, drawing thousands to downtown Yuba City as Plumas Street filled with families, music and holiday cheer.

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California Farm Bureau Names Yuba-Sutter County of the Year

Dec 16, 2025 12:27PM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

For county Farm Bureaus with 301 to 700 members, Yuba-Sutter Farm Bureau received the County of the Year Award for membership recruitment and being politically active in its region.

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A Tale of Two Halves, Sutter Falls in Division 4-AA State Title Game

Dec 16, 2025 12:18PM ● By YSBC

The historic journey for the Sutter Union Huskies football team ended on Friday, Dec. 12 as the Barstow Aztecs prevailed 17-7 in the California Interscholastic Federation Division 4-AA Championship in Southern California.

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State Bound!

Dec 09, 2025 11:05AM ● By YSBC

Huskies Knockout Wildcats in 4-AA NorCal Regional

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Sheriff’s Office Granted $52,700 to Improve Traffic Data Reporting

Dec 09, 2025 10:55AM ● By Sutter County Sheriff's Office News Release

Sutter County Sheriff’s Office announced today that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a traffic records improvement project to report crash and citation data faster and more efficiently.

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Yuba College Named Among Top 200 U.S. Community Colleges Eligible for $1 Million Aspen Prize

Dec 09, 2025 10:41AM ● By Chrystal Gillming, Yuba College

The Aspen Institute has named Yuba College among the top 200 community colleges eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year institutions.

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Sheriff’s Office Granted $110,000 to Increase Road Safety

Dec 09, 2025 10:39AM ● By Sutter County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Sutter County Sheriff’s Office announced that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its ongoing enforcement and education programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on our roads.

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The Acting Company Unveils 2026 Season

Dec 09, 2025 10:29AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Acting Company has announced its 2026 season, “Curtains Up: A Season of Classics,” a six-show slate spanning thrillers, musicals and family-driven storytelling.

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Prop 50 Passes Statewide

Dec 09, 2025 10:26AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

New Congressional Map Would Shift Yuba–Sutter–Colusa as Lawsuits Advance

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Marysville Celebrates a Blue Christmas

Dec 09, 2025 10:02AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Hundreds of people filled D Street on Saturday evening for the annual Marysville Christmas Parade, which embraced this year’s theme, “Blue Christmas,” with Elvis impersonators, Disney’s Stitch characters and plenty of creative, blue-themed displays.

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Olivehurst Warning Siren Scheduled Jan. 6

Dec 08, 2025 06:24PM ● By MPG Staff

The Olivehurst Public Utility District has a warning siren that it will be testing on Jan. 6, 2026, at noon that will last between one to three minutes.

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Operation Crystal River Dismantles Drug Trafficking Organizations

Dec 08, 2025 06:16PM ● By Yuba County Sheriff's Department News Release

In July 2024, the Yuba County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), launched an investigation into Jose Garcia-Avalos of Yuba City, who was identified as a key distributor of large quantities of controlled substances throughout Yuba County and across California.

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Faith Christian Lions girls basketball team

Magic Happens at the Langford

Dec 08, 2025 05:57PM ● By YSBC

Tournament Roundups

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Creative Interiors Finds Holiday Spirit After Devastating Fire

Dec 08, 2025 05:47PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

It could almost be considered a Christmas miracle. After a devastating fire on Aug. 26, Creative Interiors in Yuba City is still managing to offer its signature holiday cheer to residents and visitors.

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Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Member and Marketing Specialist

Dec 08, 2025 05:40PM ● By MPG Staff

The Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce has announced the hiring of Liz Gates as its new Member and Marketing Specialist.

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Bi-County Health Officer Dr. Phuong Luu, center holding award

Bi-County Health Officer Wins Prestigious Statewide Honor

Dec 08, 2025 05:38PM ● By Yuba and Sutter County News Release

The California State Association of Counties (CSAC) selected Bi-County Health Officer Dr. Phuong Luu as a recipient of its prestigious Circle of Service Award.

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