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Lake Oroville levels trickling back down
OROVILLE — Lake Oroville’s water level peaked nearly a month earlier than last year but has steadily decreased since mid-June. By May 2, the lake had almost reached its 900-foot capacity and began to drop off on June 10 whereas it hit capacity in 2023 on June 20. As of Tuesday, the lake had fallen to only 873 feet.
ARD to host big trucks at Recreation Park on July 20
Ever wondered what the inside of equipment vehicles and their operations look like? The Auburn Recreation and Parks District is providing the community with an opportunity to find out first hand. The Parks & Big Trucks event will take place Saturday and feature at least 15 larger-than-life vehicles and equipment...
Oroville City Council to discuss joining a separate energy community
Council members will review a letter of interest to possibly join Pioneer Community Energy, also known as PCE. It already provides electricity to communities in Placer County. Oroville City Council to discuss joining a separate energy community. Council members will review a letter of interest for possibility joining Pioneer Community...
Weimar Man, 18, Arrested for Armed Robbery in Rocklin; Replica Firearms Seized
A Friday evening in Rocklin was disrupted by an armed robbery, leading to the swift arrest of an 18-year-old man from Weimar, as reported by the FOX40 News. According to the Rocklin Police Department, the suspect, cloaked in anonymity with a ski mask and wielding what appeared to be a firearm, accosted a business on the 6500 block of Fairway Drive; he then absconded with cash before law enforcement could intervene.
Loomis Council moves on Horseshoe, Taylor improvement projects
The Town of Loomis took official steps last week on the road to rebuild the Horseshoe Bar freeway interchange and upgrade Taylor Road. In his first task since coming aboard staff, new Town Engineer Richard Ly-Lee released a request for proposal for a planning contractor for the proposed $15 million Horseshoe Bar Road/Interstate 80 interchange project.
Concerns linger despite state moratorium on insurance non-renewals in Oroville
OROVILLE, Calif. — About 46,000 policyholders impacted by the Thompson Fire in Butte County won't have to worry about losing their home insurance policies for now, under a directive from the state Insurance Commissioner. The Department of Insurance issued a one-year moratorium on non-renewals or cancellations regardless of loss....
Widespread stomach illness reported at Chico’s sanctioned homeless encampment | North State residents weigh in on Trump shooting | Oroville reconsiders proposal to reduce energy bills
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, July 16. Homeless advocates concerned about widespread stomach illness at Chico’s sanctioned encampment — Adia White, NSPR. North State residents weigh in on Trump shooting, presidential election — Alec Stutson, NSPR. Oroville City Council to...
ASG Unveils Virtual Truck Cloud Production For Live, Remote Events
EMERYVILLE, Calif.—Advanced Systems Group (ASG) has launched Virtual Truck, a cloud-based remote production solution for live sports, music, corporate events and other video productions.“The Virtual Truck is a great example of cloud production democratizing live production and opening the field to a new generation of professionals,” said ASG president Dave Van Hoy. “It’s removing the barriers imposed by location-bound, costly legacy hardware.”Leveraging ASG’s Virtual Production Control Room (VPCR), Virtual Truck supports multi-camera production, switched live in a control room environment. Virtual Truck’s software-defined workflows mirror traditional production methods, which makes it possible for operators to use familiar control surfaces, said...
Peach Festival returns to Marysville this weekend
MARYSVILLE, Calif. — Dozens of peach items will be available, from savory and sweet peachy foods, as the Peach Festival returns to Marysville. The event will take place Friday from 4 to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. in downtown Marysville. Learn more in the...
Recovering after tragedy: Oroville woman loses home in Thompson Fire
Dennis says she does have insurance on the house, and her goal is to rebuild her property so she can continue to stay here for years to come. Recovering after tragedy: Oroville woman loses home in Thompson Fire. Dennis says she does have insurance on the house, and her goal...
Doing Away With “Brokers Are Better”
How Peak Residential went full-del in less than a year – in the worst market in decades. Kriss Bates has retired twice from the mortgage industry, first in 2018 and then again in 2022. Now back in the mortgage game he blames his son for disrupting the promise of first-light fishing at his lake house and spending more time with his grandkids.
Auburn Voters to Decide on Transient Occupancy Tax Hike for Funding Essential Services in November Election
Auburn residents are set to voice their opinions at the polls come November on whether to hike the transient occupancy tax (TOT) by 2%. According to a report by ABC10, if Measure F is given the green light, it would see an increase in the current tax from 8% to 10%, potentially boosting the city's coffers by about $162,000 annually. The additional funds from this increase are earmarked for essentials such as funding the police, fire services, street maintenance, park improvements, and a host of other general government uses.
Oroville eyes electric aggregation to enhance resident power choices
OROVILLE, Calif. — The City of Oroville is looking at the possibility of expanding its electric options for community members. In a Regular City Council Meeting on Tuesday, the council will consider submitting a letter of interest to join an electric aggregation program. This would expand electricity services from just Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) to other options that may be more cost-effective and have a better environmental impact.
Placer County Sheriff's arrest log: Child porn distribution, camping in public, aggravated kidnapping
Editor’s note: Arrest reports are released by the Placer County Sheriff’s Department. Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty. Charges can be amended or dismissed. July 3. Kayla Brovald, 36, was arrested at 3:22 a.m. on suspicion of an outside felony warrant in the 11800 block of Go...
Conner Qualifiers: Handling a bow and arrow at Live Oak Archery
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Take your best shot at this sport that’s been an official part of the Olympics since 1972. Live Oak Archery specializes in archery and bowhunting, and Bow Tech Caleb Meyer walked through how to properly shoot a bow and arrow. In the Olympics, athletes will...
'Don't be that idiot' turns into hat
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. - Butte County Sheriff Kory Honea is making headlines again after a recent comment he made discouraging people from using fireworks. Honea said, “Don’t be that idiot.” That is what he told Butte County when the Thompson Fire was burning in Oroville. Honea said...
Auburn voters to decide on 2% transient occupancy tax increase
AUBURN, Calif. — People in Auburn will vote on raising the transient occupancy tax by 2% in November. If Measure F passes, it would increase the sales tax from 8% to 10%, according to a staff report. Raising the tax would increase annual revenue by about $162,000, according to the city of Auburn.
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