Territorial Dispatch

06/11/2026

Senior meal and activity programs are expanding across Yuba County as more older adults seek transportation assistance, social connection and access to support services - Learn More:

Senior meal and activity programs are expanding across Yuba County as more older adults seek transportation assistance, social connection and access to support services.

06/11/2026

The Acting Company’s world premiere production of "Finding Oz" sits on the edge of something remarkable and timely.

Written and directed by Bob Cooner, the play looks beyond the yellow brick road and into the complicated life of L. Frank Baum, the man whose imagination gave the world "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." - Learn More:

The Acting Company’s world premiere production of "Finding Oz" sits on the edge of something remarkable and timely.

06/10/2026

Join Farm Bureau for the inaugural Agriculture Day at the California State Fair! 🐄🌱

On Saturday, July 18, farmers, ranchers, agricultural organizations, youth exhibitors and industry leaders will come together to celebrate the bounty of California agriculture. From the California Agriculture Heritage Luncheon and Ag Day Showcase to the Celebrating Agriculture Social and Grand Champion Drive, the day will highlight the people and communities that help feed and fuel the nation.

Do you know a farm, ranch or agricultural business that has been operating for 100 years or more? Applications for recognition through the California Agricultural Heritage Club are due July 1.

Learn more at castatefair.com/california-agricultural-heritage-club/ and join the celebration of California agriculture!

06/10/2026

A surge of newly hatched mosquitoes in the Edgewater community has prompted the District to begin spraying on the morning of Thursday, June 11th beginning as early as 3:30 a.m. and ending by 6:00 a.m. For the 2026 season, the District will be using permethrin. This material is registered by the Environmental Protection Agency and applied according to label directions by or under the supervision of the District’s trained and certified technicians. Although this material poses a low risk to human health, some people may prefer to avoid or minimize exposure by staying indoors, keeping their windows closed, and turning off their window –mounted air conditioners, evaporative coolers and whole house fans when spraying is taking place in the immediate area. You can obtain additional information about spray operations by calling the District office at 674-5456 ext. 0 between the hours of 7 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday thru Friday or by viewing our website. Residents can also sign-up for email, spray notifications by visiting the District’s website.

06/10/2026

A Plumas Lake couple operating a self-described feral cat rescue was sentenced this week in connection with a 2024 animal-hoarding case.

When Yuba County Animal Control served a search warrant two years ago, officers discovered 160 live cats and 43 deceased cats in severe hoarding conditions. Many of the surviving animals were suffering from significant illness and more than half had to be humanely euthanized.

This week, Deputy District Attorney Kristina Joslin made arguments which resulted in Valerie Arens being convicted of felony animal abuse and sentenced to four days in county jail; two years of formal probation; and a 10-year prohibition on owning cats. Brandon Arens was convicted of misdemeanor animal abuse and sentenced to two days in county jail; one year of informal probation; and a five-year prohibition on owning cats.

This egregious case involved the coordinated efforts of Animal Control, the Sheriff's Office, Code Enforcement, veterinary partners, and the District Attorney's Office to protect animal welfare and hold those responsible accountable.

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06/10/2026

Need help during a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)?

If you need assistance with transportation, food, lodging, backup power resources, or other support services during a PSPS, dial 2-1-1.

2-1-1 can connect you with local resources, including Community Resource Centers, cooling centers, utility assistance programs, and services for seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals with medical needs.

Residents affected by the forecasted PSPS near the Sutter Buttes can call 2-1-1 for information and assistance.

To check if your address may be impacted, search your address on PG&E’s outage map: https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/

For local updates, follow Sutter County OEM and visit BePreparedSutter.org.

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