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American Legion Post 210 fires the traditional three‑shot volley
Memorial Day Ceremony Pays Tribute to Service

May 27, 2026 04:10PM ● By Susan Meeker, photos by Susan Meeker

When Gridley Mayor Mike Farr enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1965, he had never heard of Vietnam, could not locate it on a map and did not know how to spell it.

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T-38 Talon jet fighters
Memorial Day Ceremony Set, Beale AFB Flyover Planned

May 06, 2026 11:29AM ● By MPG Staff

The Gridley-Biggs Military Veterans Court of Honor Committee will host its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 25 at the Gridley-Biggs Cemetery District, honoring fallen service members and recognizing those who continue to serve.

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Participants gather for a group photo before beginning the Ruck the Buttes walk
Ruck the Buttes Honors Military Service

Apr 21, 2026 03:15PM ● By Susan Meeker, photos by Susan Meeker

Ruck the Buttes returned to Sutter County on April 18, drawing two dozen people to the base of the Sutter Buttes for a 15‑mile military‑inspired walk that blended fitness, gratitude and a shared sense of purpose.

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Yuba-Sutter Veterans Stand Down Fundraising Dinner
Veterans Stand Down Dinner set May 30

Apr 20, 2026 04:53PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

The 14th annual Yuba-Sutter Veterans Stand Down Fundraising Dinner is set for May 30 at the 530 Event Center in Marysville, bringing together community members, leaders and supporters to raise funds for services that assist local veterans and their families.

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veterans beneath the newly installed POW/MIA Bridge
Twin Cities Honor Missing Service Members

Feb 23, 2026 04:06PM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Shamaya Sutton

Dignitaries from Marysville and Yuba City gathered Feb. 20 to rename and dedicate the 10th Street Bridge in honor of prisoners of war and service members missing in action.

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South Butte American Legion Post No. 210 members
Gridley Honors Fallen Service Members

Feb 10, 2026 02:06PM ● By Susan Meeker

A permanent display honoring fallen service members now forms a Wall of Honor at the Gridley Veterans Memorial Hall.

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veteran soldier
Gridley Legion to Unveil Wall of Honor, Feb. 7

Jan 27, 2026 01:13PM ● By Owen Stiles

American Legion South Butte Post 210 will unveil a Wall of Honor at the Gridley Veterans Memorial Hall on Feb. 7.

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veterans day parade
RVCC Vets and Staff Roll Out for Veterans Day

Nov 19, 2025 12:29PM ● By Seti Long

River Valley Care Center skilled nursing facility in Live Oak recently went above and beyond to honor their resident veterans and show their respect for service men and women at the Marysville Veterans Day Parade.

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Six decorated local veterans were honored by the Gridley Monday Quilters and presented with beautiful, hand-crafted quilts
Veterans Day Concert Returns to Veterans Memorial Hall

Nov 19, 2025 10:50AM ● By Delaina Watson and Cindy Scott

Gridley's Veterans Memorial Hall was a center of community activity after it was completed in 1926. The hall reopened this spring after nearly five years of closure for renovation. Since it became available, the venue has hosted several community events.

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fashion show
History Walks the Runway

Nov 13, 2025 09:44AM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

History retold itself at the Gridley Moose Lodge Saturday night while ticket holders got quite a show, courtesy of the Gridley Museum Board.

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Wreaths
Local 4-H Rallie for Wreaths Across America

Nov 13, 2025 08:47AM ● By Seti Long

Manzanita 4-H Club is working with Wreaths Across America to get 100 remembrance wreaths sponsored to mark the resting place of local veterans this coming holiday season.

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How Can Veteran Business Owners Overcome Financial Challenges?

Nov 10, 2025 02:36PM ● By Brandpoint Content

For many Servicemembers transitioning out of the military, owning their own business is their second act.

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River Valley Care Center is Looking for Veterans

Nov 05, 2025 12:48PM ● By Seti Long

River Valley Care Center in Live Oak is looking for Veterans and families of Veterans that would like to join them in honoring our service men and women at the 23rd Annual Yuba- Sutter Veterans Day Parade in Historic Downtown Marysville.

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Jim Tanimoto, of Gridley, shares his story at the Butte County Library
Mr. Tanimoto’s Journey: A Stand for Citizenship

Nov 05, 2025 12:45PM ● By Susan Meeker

Jim Tanimoto was 19 years old when he walked into Gridley on Monday, Dec. 8, 1941, and sensed a change immediately. Neighbors who once smiled and waved turned their faces away.

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fashion show
Fashion for Vets

Oct 29, 2025 10:34AM ● By Seti Long

Gridley Museum is planning a unique fundraiser that blends iconic fashion from various decades and music, while paying respects to veterans that served our nation during the years of 1958 and 1975.

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South Butte Post Honors Veterans

Oct 29, 2025 09:23AM ● By Owen Stiles

Veterans Day is just around the corner and American Legion South Butte Post desires to honor all of the fallen Gridley area veterans who have given the ultimate “Sacrifice.”

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American soldier mourning and praying with the american flag in front of him
American Legion Post 210 Proudly Serves Our Communities

Sep 24, 2025 08:53AM ● By Owen Stiles

The American Legion was founded in 1919 by World War One veterans in Paris, France, and chartered by Congress to support veterans and their families.

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Participants in the Warren McCutcheon Poker Run gather for a group photo
Poker Run Honors Gridley Sailor Killed at Pearl Harbor

Sep 10, 2025 10:45AM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

About 50 motorcyclists from across Northern California gathered Saturday, Aug. 6, for the inaugural Warren McCutcheon Poker Run hosted by South Butte Post 210 of the American Legion.

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The Moving Wall, a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C., helps bring closure and healing to veterans
The Moving Wall is Coming to Chico

Apr 24, 2025 09:43AM ● By The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 582 News Release

The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 582 for Butte, Glenn and Tehama counties is bringing The Moving Wall to Chico from June 5 through June 9. The Moving Wall will be located at the Chico Elks Lodge, 1705 Manzanita Ave., and will be open to the public 24 hours a day.

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Welcome Home

Apr 16, 2025 09:19AM ● By Charles Borsos, 9th Reconnaissance Wing

Beale Airmen Return from Leading Expeditionary Operations

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Inviting All Vets to Gridley Museum’s Open House

Mar 28, 2025 09:02AM ● By Gridley Museum News Release

Greetings, Gridley’s Viet Nam era Veterans, you are invited to an Open House at the Gridley Museum, 601 Kentucky Street, in your honor.

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Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

Mar 27, 2025 04:04PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization.

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Manzanita 4-H Helps Wreaths Across America

Nov 21, 2024 11:23AM ● By Connie Voss

Manzanita 4-H club is participating in the nationwide program to honor fallen veterans called “Wreaths Across America.”

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An Empty Table

Nov 14, 2024 09:18AM ● By Seti Long

Gridley Museum Honors Vets

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Veterans Honored with Musical Tribute and Quilts of Valor

Nov 14, 2024 09:06AM ● By Delaina Watson and Cindy Scott, photos by Chris Pedigo

Those attending the Veterans Day Musical Tribute enjoyed the Oroville Community Concert Band as they played several pieces: a somber tribute to the battle at Gettysburg, several marches and, of course, the rousing “Stars and Stripes Forever.”

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Annual Veterans Day Musical Tribute Announced

Nov 07, 2024 01:17PM ● By Gridley-Biggs Military Veterans Court of Honor Committee News Release

The Gridley-Biggs Military Veterans Court of Honor Committee, in association with the Gridley Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5731, American Legion Post 210, cordially invite you to join us to honor all our military veterans on Veterans Day at the Annual Veterans Day Musical Tribute.

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VFW Donates to Moose Lodge

Sep 12, 2024 02:55PM ● By Seti Long

Recently, members of the Gridley Veterans of Foreign Wars post 5731 presented the local Moose Lodge with a token of their appreciation.

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Stiles Named District Commander

Jul 18, 2024 09:48AM ● By American Legion South Butte Post 210 News Release

Owen Stiles, the commander of South Butte Post 210, American Legion, was elected as the Department of California American Legion Area 1, District 4 Commander

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Patriotism Not Cancelled

Jul 11, 2024 03:37PM ● By Seti Long

Despite the sweltering heat, smoky skies and fireworks show cancellations throughout the county, locals wouldn’t forfeit celebrating Independence Day

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California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

Jul 09, 2024 01:48PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Honoring Local Vietnam Vets

May 24, 2024 05:08PM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

The last few years, the windows of the Gridley Museum have been graced with a solemn, yet interesting display featuring local veterans

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Memorial Day Ceremony to Honor Fallen Heroes

May 24, 2024 03:59PM ● By Gridley-Biggs Military Veterans Court of Honor Committee News Release

Gridley-Biggs Military Veterans Court of Honor Committee Invites Area Residents to Annual Memorial Day Ceremony

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Honoring General Bud Anderson

May 23, 2024 11:15AM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

On May 17, World War II Triple Ace Brigadier General Clarence E "Bud" Anderson Passed Away in His Home Peacefully

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Tacos and Tamales Festival Raises Funds for PTSD

May 21, 2024 09:54AM ● By Seti Long, photos by Seti Long

Heavy Rains Couldn't Stop Tacos and Tamales Festival

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Buy a Taco, Support PTSD Awareness

Apr 25, 2024 04:03PM ● By Seti Long

The non-profit hopes to raise enough funds to create a first class, month-long fishing retreat for veterans and first responders suffering from PTSD in the north state area

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