Optimism Marks 2026 Colusa Farm Show

COLUSA, CA (MPG) - Three days of warm, clear weather helped draw thousands to the Colusa Farm Show, which concluded Feb. 5 at the Colusa County Fairgrounds. The 61st Farm Show drew growers, equipment dealers and agricultural professionals to what...

City Honors Stephen Jimenez for 10 Years

Stephen Jimenez, left, and Colusa City Mayor Denise Conrado.Stephen Jimenez is recognized by the Colusa City Council for 10 years of service with the City of Colusa Streets Department. Jimenez is pictured with Colusa Mayor Denise Conrado. Photo by Lloyd Green.

Check it out! Where Books Meet Community

by Friends of the Colusa County Free Library The Colusa County Free Library Friends group invites the community to its annual Friends of the Library meeting on Tuesday, February 24, at 6:00pm. Here members and supporters will gather to elect officers for the coming year...

Students Shine at County Science Fair

WILLIAMS, CA (MPG) - Colusa County students showcased science and engineering projects during the Colusa County Science and Engineering Fair on Friday, Feb. 3, at the Colusa County Education Village multipurpose room. The fair, hosted by the Colusa County Office of Education, brought together students...

Arrest Report – Published 02/13/2026

Jose Alfredo Valdez, 37, listed as transient of Williams, was arrested by the Colusa Police Department at 10:01 a.m. on Jan. 26 at Parkhill Street and Ninth Street on suspicion of making criminal threats and contempt of court. He was booked into the Colusa...

Applications Open for Colusa City Commissions

COLUSA, CA (MPG) - The City of Colusa is seeking applicants to fill multiple vacancies across three city commissions, opening the door for new appointments while allowing current members to seek reappointment through a competitive process. The openings include two seats on the Planning Commission,...

A Hand Up Faces Rising Costs, Seeks Community Support

COLUSA, CA (MPG) – The nonprofit meal program A Hand Up continues to provide free meals to the Colusa community three days a week as it manages rising costs and changes in food donations. “A Hand Up was started in 2008 by volunteers from several...

Free Tax Help Available Through United Way

SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - Residents in Colusa, Sutter and Yuba counties can file their taxes for free through a regional partnership between Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way and United Way California Capital Region. United Way’s Free Tax Prep program runs through April 15 and is available to...

High Court Declines Redistricting Case

SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - The U.S. Supreme Court declined this week to hear a Republican backed challenge to California’s new congressional map, leaving in place district lines adopted under Proposition 50 and clearing the way for the 2026 election cycle to proceed under the...

Board Adopts Symbolic Second Amendment Vote

COLUSA, CA (MPG) - The Colusa County Board of Supervisors voted Jan. 27 to adopt a resolution affirming its support for the Second Amendment, a largely symbolic action that county staff and supervisors emphasized does not change or override state or federal firearm laws. The...

County Awards First Community Impact Honor

COLUSA, CA (MPG) - The Colusa County Board of Supervisors adopted a proclamation Jan. 27 recognizing the Colusa Indian Community Council as the recipient of the county’s first Community Impact Award. The award, selected by the board chair, will be presented annually to an organization...

Road trip

I am heading out this week on a road trip with my pal Carolan. It is a yearly event, although for the past few years we have gone to South Dakota. This year we will stay in California. Regardless, it is more about time...

Digging Deeper into Grace

Do you ever feel that your life is a mess?  Do you try desperately to measure up to what you think you should be?  Do you feel pressure to please others?  Do you fear that you are not good enough? A speaker once stood before...

Gardeners Corner – February in the Garden

Around Valentine’s Day, apply dormant copper spray to peach and nectarine trees no later than bud swell. Fertilize mature trees and shrubs after spring growth begins. Remove and discard fallen camellia blossoms to reduce petal blight. Do not compost affected material. Fertilize spring blooming...

Kalfsbeek-Smith Recognized for Service

Former Board Chairperson Daurice Kalfsbeek-Smith receives a commemorative plaque recognizing her service as chair of the Colusa County Board of Supervisors for 2025 during the Jan. 27 meeting. The plaque was presented by 2026 Board Chairperson Merced Corona. Photo by Lloyd Green.

Chamber Meeting Highlights New Programs

COLUSA, CA (MPG) - The Colusa County Chamber of Commerce outlined new membership options and digital outreach tools during its quarterly meeting Thursday, Jan. 22, at Rocco's Bar and Grill. About 30 business owners and community members attended the meeting, which focused on increasing visibility...

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Soccer Roundup

Boys Pierce 3 – Willows 1 (1/29) In its only match last week, the Bears got past the Honkers behind a hat trick from Juan Madragon. Sitting atop the Sacramento Valley League standings, the Bears (9-1-2, 3-0-2) hosted Colusa on Feb. 3, then headed to Winters on...

Maxwell Girls, Boys Edged by Portola

MAXWELL, CA (MPG) – Last Tuesday evening was a frustrating one for the Panther girls and boys basketball teams as they both fell short against Portola in Mid-Valley League contests by scores of 33-35 and 47-53 respectively. Playing in the early game, Maxwell’s girls came...

‘Jackets Host Final Match Night of Season

WILLIAMS, CA (MPG) – All four county wrestling teams were joined by Biggs, Willows and Winters at the final match night of the regular season held at Williams High School on Jan. 28. Competing in their home gym, the Yellowjackets’ Julian Camarena and Rafael Moreno...

Colusa Girls Drop Close One to East Nic

COLUSA, CA (MPG) – In last Friday night’s Sacramento Valley League matchup between the Colusa and East Nicolaus girls’ basketball teams, the number of fouls called exceeded the number of minutes played. With a combined total of 52 fouls assessed and 48 free throws attempted...

RedHawk Boys Hold Off East Nic

COLUSA, CA (MPG) – It’s been a rollercoaster ride of a season for the RedHawk boys’ basketball team and last Friday night was no exception, as despite being up 10 points on the visiting East Nicolaus Spartans, they had to hold on down the...

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