Former Teacher Convicted of Sex with Student Back in Jail
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Former Teacher Convicted of Sex with Student Back in Jail

(Gridley, CA) – In Butte County Court yesterday, Michelle Solis, the former Gridley Middle School teacher convicted of having sex with a student had her sentencing hearing delayed for a second time. According to Action News, the judge “reprimanded Solis” and ordered her to be taken into custody to be held at the Butte County…

Budget Cuts Force Reduced Hours at Sutter County Museum
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Budget Cuts Force Reduced Hours at Sutter County Museum

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – The Sutter County Museum has posted a notice that beginning next Monday, their hours are being reduced “due to Sutter County budget cuts.”The new public hours are now Wednesday thru Friday, 9 until 5 and Saturdays, noon until 4.The notice adds that if you’re interested in helping out the museum, you should…

New Wildfire Being Fought Near Apache Fire in South Butte County
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New Wildfire Being Fought Near Apache Fire in South Butte County

(Butte County, CA) – Firefighters responded yesterday afternoon at around 3:00 to another south Butte County wildfire. It is located off Lakeland Boulevard near Long Bar Run in Oroville.The Bar Fire grew quickly to 30 acres. However, Cal Fire reports that with an aggressive air attack and the availability of multiple resources from neighboring Cal…

Triple Digits For The First Week Of July Prompts Heat Warning
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Triple Digits For The First Week Of July Prompts Heat Warning

(Yuba-Sutter CA) — A Delta Breeze will keep the end of June temperatures mild, but triple digits are expected soon. The National Weather Service has issued a heat warning for the Sacramento Valley including the Yuba-Sutter area, with temperatures expected to reach 100 degrees or higher in the first week of July.Sacramento & Yuba City…

West Nile Virus Found In Mosquitos In Yolo County
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West Nile Virus Found In Mosquitos In Yolo County

(Dunnigan, CA) — A sample of mosquitoes in Dunnigan tested positive for West Nile virus, marking the second detection in Yolo County following a bird that tested positive in Woodland on June 13th. The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District confirmed the finding, highlighting the spread of virus activity.According to the California Department of Public…

Yuba County Jail Employee Arrested for Alleged Drug Smuggling
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Yuba County Jail Employee Arrested for Alleged Drug Smuggling

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – The Yuba County Sheriff’s office reports the arrest of a civilian jail employee, for allegedly smuggling narcotics into the jail. 33-year-old Shelby Beeler of Marysville worked as the jail’s visiting clerk, hired in January of 2022.Beeler was arrested yesterday afternoon following “allegations that surfaced this week and were promptly investigated” according to…

City of Marysville Officials Work with 7-Eleven Owner to Allow Access
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City of Marysville Officials Work with 7-Eleven Owner to Allow Access

(Yuba-Sutter, CA) – As the bickering continues between Marysville officials and lawyers for the Hotel Marysville owners on how best to proceed in the aftermath of the fire almost two weeks ago, some progress was made yesterday regarding the business most impacted by the E Street closure: The 7-Eleven on E Street.The establishment has essentially…

Sutter County Sheriff’s Office Details July 4th Fireworks Calls for Service
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Sutter County Sheriff’s Office Details July 4th Fireworks Calls for Service

(SCSO release) – We know fireworks, celebrations & noise can be a nuisance for some during the 4th of July. Here are some tips on when to call our dispatch unit.To report the illegal use of fireworks, please call (530)822-7307 & provide the address or exact location, to help us locate the responsible. Additionally, if…

Marysville City Manager Defends Fire Chief After Allegations Over Hotel Marysville Fire
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Marysville City Manager Defends Fire Chief After Allegations Over Hotel Marysville Fire

(City of Marysville release) — A Message from City Manager, Jim SchaadOur Gratitude to Fire Chief Kyle HeggstromIn the world of emergency services, leadership and integrity are not just desirable qualities—they are essential. They form the bedrock upon which trust, reliability, and efficacy are built. Chief Kyle Heggstrom of the Linda Fire Protection District embodies…

PG&E Announces Temporary Rate Reduction
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PG&E Announces Temporary Rate Reduction

(Sacramento, CA) — Starting next month, P-G-and-E customers will see a temporary decrease in electricity rates, offering relief from high summer utility bills. The nine-percent reduction follows two rate hikes last year, approved to fund wildfire prevention and infrastructure upgrades.P-G-and-E has been installing stronger poles, covering power lines, pruning trees, and advancing a ten-thousand mile…