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Remains from canal likely those of missing Yuba City men
The bodies of two men found in a submerged vehicle in the Glenn-Colusa Canal late Wednesday morning are likely those of two missing Yuba City men. According to a news release issued Thursday morning by the Willows Area Office of the California Highway Patrol, at about 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31, the CHP was notified by the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office that a deputy had discovered evidence of a vehicle submerged in the canal that runs along the west side of County Road 203 (Canal Road), south of County Road 9 (Wyo Road).
Placer County Navy League to hear stories about Merchant Mariners
The Placer County Council of the Navy League of the United States is a national civilian organization that supports the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and U.S. Flag Merchant Marine. In addition to its 100-plus individual members, the council is supported by three Community Affiliate Members: TGH Aviation, Lassila Funeral...
Push underway to rename Auburn VA clinic after Lou Conter, last survivor of USS Arizona attack
AUBURN — There is a new push in Auburn to recognize prominent Lou Conter, who was the last living survivor of the U.S.S. Arizona attack at Pearl Harbor before his death earlier this year. Representative Kevin Kiley recently introduced a bill that would essentially rename the Auburn VA clinic after the Navy commander in his honor.Conter's family reminisced over old photos, looking back at his life and legacy."What he did in his service for 28 years is pretty incredible," his son, Jim Conter, said.Conter passed away in April at the age of 102 surrounded by family at his home in...
Man accused of starting Park Fire will return to court today
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. - The man accused of starting the Park Fire will be in court in Oroville today. Ronnie Dean Stout II is charged with one felony count of arson. Butte County District Attorney Mike Ramsey said Stout denies pushing the car down into a gully as it was burning and said the fire was an accident. Because this could be his third strike, he faces up to 25 years to life in prison.
Upcoming Conservation Programs Workshop
Are you interested in finding out more about the variety of conservation programs that are currently available for rice producers? The California Rice Commission is hosting a workshop this month to provide clarity on all the programs including: Bid4Birds, Bird Returns, California Winter Rice Habitat Incentive Program, Fish Food Program, Nesting Bird Habitat Incentive Program and more!
‘Revive, refresh and rebrand’: Mulvehill takes over Yuba College football
Tim Mulvehill is the latest face brought on this season to try and lead the Yuba College football team back from a difficult stretch that featured back-to-back winless campaigns and a 1-9 season in 2023. Mulvehill comes from Placer High School and is bringing almost an entirely fresh staff to help “revive, refresh and rebrand this football program.” He previously coached wide receivers at ...
A Sweet Sight
LIVE OAK, CA (MPG) - Live Oak’s iconic Penny Candy Store has undergone changes with new owner Lorrie Brummett at the shop’s helm. For more than a decade, the legendary confectionery boasted a red and white striped exterior and two murals that branded the store for locals. When...
Stiles Named District Commander
GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) - On Saturday, July 13, Owen Stiles, the commander of South Butte Post 210, American Legion, was elected as the Department of California American Legion Area 1, District 4 Commander. He succeeds Danarae Roub of Post 42. This district is comprised of 11 American Legion posts in...
Paul Harrison 1/24/1951 - 7/6/2024
Paul Dudley Harrison, born on January 24, 1951, in Lexington, Kentucky, passed away on July 6, 2024, at the age of 73 in Provo, Utah. Paul served in the National Guard for 28 years, a commitment that reflected his dedication and patriotism. Concurrently, Paul embarked on a successful 30-year career...
Marysville Drakes beaten in Pecos League Pacific Division playoffs
The Drakes’ second season in Marysville officially came to an end on Wednesday when the pro independent baseball team fell 4-3 on the road to the reigning Pecos League champion San Rafael Pacifics. San Rafael won the best-of-three two-games-to-one over Marysville to advance into the Pacific Division Finals against No. 1 seed Bakersfield – a 2-1 winner over Vallejo. The Pacific finals began ...
Lake Osoyoos Cup Jet Ski Races at Deep Bay this weekend; National Night Out Aug. 6
OROVILLE – The Lake Osoyoos Cup Jet Ski Races & Family Festival takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 2 to Aug. 4 at Oroville’s Deep Bay Park. This year the races, which are held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with an intermission at noon on Saturday, are joined by several family-oriented activities, as well as live music and a beer/wine garden.
City Employee Deemed Hero
GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) – In the early morning hours of July 5, a city employee’s valiant actions played a large role in the successful knock down of a fire. According to CAL FIRE/Butte County/Gridley Fire Department engineer Alex Klien, a call came in at 7:10 a.m. reporting a fire at a residence on E. Gridley Road.
New Box in Live Oak
LIVE OAK, CA (MPG) - Drivers making their way through the city of Live Oak can’t help but notice that there is something new going up along the Highway 99 corridor. Construction has officially begun on a big addition to Live Oak, a Jack in the Box. Located on...
Northern California peach farmers struggling with heat's impact on crop
MARYSVILLE – With more high temperatures on the way, farmers in the Northern California region are struggling with their crops and they're worried for what's to come. Kulwant Johl, a farmer north of Marysville, grows almonds, walnuts, prunes and peaches. He says all these crops are impacted by the heat. For example, he says once it reaches 100 degrees, peaches stop growing. "Every farmer is affected with it, not just me," he said. Johl has been growing peaches and other crops on his farm since 1977. But this year, the heat is hurting his."If it was not heat, it...
Man wins million-dollar jackpot at Thunder Valley
(FOX40.COM) — A man is now a millionaire after hitting the jackpot at Thunder Valley Casino Resort on Tuesday. The casino announced that the lucky jackpot winner, named Allen Kessler, became $1.2 million richer after playing the Buffalo Power Pay gaming slot. “We are thrilled to see Mr. Kessler hit such a large jackpot,” Thunder […]
Four community projects successfully completed for Day of Action 2024
Grass Valley, California — Despite the warm temperatures, volunteers from United Way of Nevada County (UWNC) completed community projects at four local non-profit organizations to honor United Way Worldwide’s Day of Action last month. UWNC volunteers extended the parking area and put together flower boxes for Community Beyond...
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