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Waterwise: Can Mandated Restrictions Meet Water Conservation Goals?

Drought is nothing new to California, as the entire state has been in this condition for more than four years. Even so, debates among politicians and communities have varied regarding the best way to manage the growing water crisis. Much… Continue Reading

Free Resource for Parents/Caretakers Sponsored by UACF

A UACF Parent Café is a family-run, family-led group in a local community that partners with the UACF organization to perform the main functions of membership, advocacy, education, training and information and support for parents, caregivers, and/or family members who have children… Continue Reading

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Spiders!

Arachnophobes beware! The Sacramento River has been taken over by big, black spiders. Well, not really. But, as almost everyone who walks the Sacramento River Trail has noticed, there has been a tremendous increase in both spiders and webs in… Continue Reading

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Great Performances: Driving Miss Daisy Airs Tonight on KIXE

It’s 1948 and an old woman backs her car through a neighbor’s garage. Her son, rightfully, decides that she’s no longer able to drive and means to hire her a driver, but Daisy Werthan is having none of it. She… Continue Reading

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Becoming East Porterville

East Porterville is a small community south-east of Fresno. It sits nestled against its bigger sister, Porterville, amid orange groves, alfalfa fields and a growing number of fields that go unplanted. East Porterville might have gone unnoticed, if not for… Continue Reading

North State Live Music and Open Mics: July 15–July 21

Wednesday, July 15 Lisha and Friends at the Round Up Saloon in Red Bluff at 8 p.m. 21 and over. (530) 527-9901. The Old Kennett String Band performs at the California Brewing Company in Palo Cedro at 6:30 p.m. All ages. (530) 222-2739. Mumblefinger at the Post Office Saloon in… Continue Reading

Lassen Volcanic National Park Summer Programs Highlight the Night Sky

Lassen Volcanic National Park’s summer programs explore the rich volcanic landscape and celebrate an explosive history and wondrous night sky.  Summertime visitors have the opportunity to join in on nature walks, talks, living history and junior ranger programs by day… Continue Reading

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How To Clean Up A Methamphetamine Lab

Pity the poor tweaker! I know I do. It’s hard not to feel at least some sympathy for your average methamphetamine addict, what with the missing teeth and all. There but for the grace of God go I, and according… Continue Reading

The 2015 Riverfront Playhouse ARPEE Awards Celebrating the 2014 Season

The ARPEE ballots have been sent out to Riverfront Playhouse members to vote for their favorite performances staged in 2014. The plays along with the performers and directors will be recognized. The 2014 Season included 2 Across, Doubt: A Parable,… Continue Reading

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Speaking of Dogs: Baby, Come Back

Once there was a dog trainer who said, “If your dog won’t come when you call, he isn’t your dog.” A provocative statement, but I must say, I agree with him. If you can’t successfully call your dog, his life is limited… Continue Reading