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Local Restaurants to Thank Veterans with Free Meals

Nov 03, 2026 10:23AM ● By MPG Staff

Veterans and active-duty military personnel throughout the Yuba-Sutter area can enjoy a variety of complimentary meals and special offers Wednesday, Nov. 11, as local restaurants join businesses nationwide in recognizing Veterans Day.

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Kiwi Overtakes Rice as Yuba’s Top Crop

Nov 02, 2026 05:42PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

For the first time, kiwi has overtaken rice as Yuba County's most valuable agricultural commodity, according to the county's newly released 2025 Crop and Livestock Report.

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2026 California Farm to School Summit took place at Soil Born Farms

What’s Cooking in California Schools?

Oct 20, 2026 09:30AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Farm to School Summit brings state leaders, local students and fresh ideas

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Yuba City Sizzler Raises Nearly $1,400 for Food Bank

Oct 12, 2026 01:10PM ● By MPG Staff

The Yuba City Sizzler raised $1,387.50 for the Yuba-Sutter Foodbank through a monthlong fundraising campaign in September.

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Brewfest, Boots and Buckles Take Over Marysville

Sep 28, 2026 01:16PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Craft beer, local food and live entertainment took center stage in Marysville on Saturday, Sept. 19, with two beer-centered events keeping festivities going from midday into the evening.

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Linda’s Soda Bar & Grill Marks End of Era on Plumas Street

Sep 21, 2026 12:03PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

For more than two decades, Linda’s Soda Bar & Grill has offered visitors to downtown Yuba City a step back in time.

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ABC Authorizes New Liquor Licenses

Sep 14, 2026 03:15PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Businesses in Colusa, Yuba, Sutter and Nevada counties will have opportunities to apply for new liquor licenses this September under authorizations announced by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

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Watermelon Festival Kicks-off Aug. 28

Aug 18, 2026 01:15PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Fall is taking on a new flavor this year at Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm, as growers welcome their first-ever watermelon crop with a festival dedicated to the summertime favorite.

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Golden Autumn Wine Festival Returns, Sept. 6

Aug 18, 2026 08:07AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Wine enthusiasts will have two opportunities to sample wines from 12 wineries when the Golden Autumn Wine Festival returns to Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm, 1415 Pumpkin Lane in Wheatland, on Sept. 6.

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Whole Foods Market Announces a Recall of Select Foods Products Because of Possible Health Risk

Aug 13, 2026 09:49AM ● By U.S. Food and Drug Administration News Release

Recall issued in connection with Coast Citrus Distributors’ recall of fresh jalapenos associated in an outbreak FDA is currently investigating

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Grants Support Food Bank, 4-H

Aug 11, 2026 09:46AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

Two Yuba-Sutter nonprofits will use new grant funding to expand food assistance and youth education programs after receiving a combined $7,500 from Skylight Renewable Energy.

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USDA Opens Peach Removal Program

Aug 11, 2026 09:40AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

California peach growers have until Sept. 1 to apply for a $9 million federal program to help remove cling peach trees following economic challenges facing the industry and the closure of the Del Monte processing facility.

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Hop Riot Brews Morning Coffee, for Adults Only

Aug 04, 2026 12:14PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Hop Riot is opening its doors much earlier, adding espresso drinks and morning gathering space to its beer-and-wine business. But the new coffee service comes with the same rule as the bar: Customers must be 21 or older to enter.

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Still Time to Visit the California State Fair

Jul 28, 2026 01:38PM ● By Ornella Rossi

What to Know Before the Final Weekend

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State Secures Long-Term School Meal Funding

Jul 28, 2026 12:08PM ● By MPG Staff

California's Farm to School Program will continue permanently under legislation signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, securing ongoing support for school meals made with California-grown ingredients and nutrition education in classrooms.

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Food Allergen Labeling Coming Soon to California Restaurants

Jun 15, 2026 11:21AM ● By MPG Staff

Effective July 1, California restaurants with 20 or more locations will now have to disclose food allergens under the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act.

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Sixth Year of Resilience Fund Supports Independent Restaurants

Jun 08, 2026 10:57AM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

$1.28 Million Available to Help California’s Food and Beverage Businesses Invest in Growth, Stability and Long-term Success

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Texas Roadhouse, Bubba’s 33, Jaggers Fundraiser Benefits American Tinnitus Association

Jan 27, 2026 09:31AM ● By Texas Roadhouse, Bubba’s 33, Jaggers News Release

Restaurants Donate 100% of Profits to Honor Late Founder Kent Taylor

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California State Fair Announces New Chief Wine Judge

Jan 26, 2026 04:02PM ● By California State Fair News Release

The California State Fair appointed Tim McDonald of Napa as the new Chief Judge of the California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition.

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Average California Farm Loses $20,528 Annually to Natural Hazards

Nov 12, 2025 09:09AM ● By Trace One News Release

High grocery prices have been a defining economic story in recent years, driven by a combination of factors including pandemic-related supply chain breakdowns and labor shortages.

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57% of Americans Cut Back on Candy This Halloween as Chocolate Prices Rise: New Study

Oct 24, 2025 12:04PM ● By Brandpoint Content

New research from Empower finds that over half of Americans (57%) say rising chocolate prices are changing how much they dish out for candy.

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Golden Autumn Wine Festival Returns to Bishop's Pumpkin Farm for 10th Anniversary Celebration

Aug 26, 2025 05:37PM ● By Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way

Local Wine Tasting Event Benefits Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way Programs

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Placer County Families Can Now Shop at Farmers’ Markets Using Their WIC Card

Jul 31, 2025 02:59PM ● By Placer County News Release

Women, Infants and Children Program families in Placer County now have a fresh way to use their benefits — literally.

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CalFresh Cuts Will Hit Foothill Families Hard

Jul 31, 2025 02:45PM ● By Feeding the Foothills News Release

Feeding the Foothills (FTF), a regional nonprofit food bank serving Placer, El Dorado, and Nevada counties, is sounding the alarm over significant federal cuts to CalFresh, California’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

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Peer-to-Peer Payment is the New Cash

Jul 17, 2025 01:11PM ● By Joe Thompson

In Sacramento County, peer-to-peer payments are transforming how small businesses get paid.

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Placer County Summer Food Drive

Jun 18, 2025 09:08AM ● By Rocklin Area Chamber of Commerce News Release

All donations benefit the Auburn Interfaith Food Closet, the Loomis Food Pantry and the Salt Mine.

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Motorsports Mayhem at 2025 Placer County Fair

Jun 16, 2025 02:13PM ● By All American Speedway and 2025 Placer County Fair News Release

All American Speedway hosts their speedway and flat track motorcycle racing, high-speed drifting excitement, destruction and demolition.

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Celebrate America at Twin Oaks Park

Jun 16, 2025 09:22AM ● By Celebrate America News Release

Join Placer County for an unforgettable musical and patriotic production to celebrate our nation and honor our service members.

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Auburn Wildfire Preparedness Expo on June 21

Jun 13, 2025 01:56PM ● By Placer County News Release

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with wildfire safety experts, explore local resources and enjoy a fun, informative day with the family.

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Carnival Lights, Court Highlights and the National Quadball Championship in Placer Valley

Jun 09, 2025 11:58AM ● By Placer Valley News Release

Upcoming Placer Valley events including the Placer County Fair, the Fire & Ice Roseville Gamers Expo, the National Quadball 2026 Championship and more.

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Fifth Annual Placer County Fair Rib Cook-Off

Jun 03, 2025 10:22AM ● By Rocklin Area Chamber of Commerce

Sign ups are officially open for the Placer County Fair Rib Cook-Off with a limit of 15 teams

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Newly Remodeled Roseville Walmart Supercenter Re-Opens

Jun 02, 2025 04:50PM ● By Gabrielle Downey, on behalf of Walmart

Whether shopping online or in-store, the transformation of the Roseville Supercenter illustrates Walmart’s commitment to providing customers with best variety, prices and overall experience.

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87th Annual Placer County Fair Starts June 26

Apr 30, 2025 02:07PM ● By Placer County Fair News Release

Fairgoers will also enjoy live entertainment, dozens of food booths, the crowning of Miss Placer County, shop custom arts and crafts vendors, and choose the region's top rib master.

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