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On behalf of the Orland Historical and Cultural Society I would like to thank our wonderful sponsors, individuals and non-profit organizations for participating in Orland’s 44 th Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration.

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“It’s spring fever ... You don’t quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so.” – Mark Twain

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The Glenn County Fairgrounds went to the dogs on Saturday, as community members gathered to support local police officers and their furry partners at the annual Laws and Paws fundraiser.

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Officials have voiced concern over the potential dangers of crude oil transported on area railways, as well as support for a congressional bill that aims to make that oil safer.

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Congressman John Garamendi, D-Waltnut Grove, paid a visit to Marysville on Friday to host a town hall so he could hear from his Mid-Valley constituents. Many topics were brought up for discussion, but one of the most animated subjects involved relations with North Korea – or more specificall…

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To artist Denise Granger Kerbs, the tiniest details make all the difference. While this artist works with many different mediums. Kerbs is best known for her intricate detailing. Her work will be showcased in this month’s gallery at the Orland Art Center.

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If books costing under $2 didn’t attract patrons, then the smell of fresh cookies and brownies certainly did. Last week, Willows library hosted a “Book and Bake” sale to help fund library activities. The sale lasted from Thursday-Saturday.

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The much-anticipated day finally came; a bright, sunny sky turned into a sepia photograph as the moon passed in front of the sun during Monday’s solar eclipse. Orland’s library hosted a party to celebrate the occasion, and provide people with a safe way to see the natural marvel.

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Jensen Park was blanketed in a rainbow of vehicles during the 31st annual Willows Car and Bike Show on Saturday. Hundreds of people from all over the state came to ogle the large collection of classic and state of the art vehicles, while supporting local scholarships.

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Agents from the Glenn Interagency Narcotic Task Force, in collaboration with the sheriff’s department, found 1,160 pounds of processed marijuana in an Artois home on Aug. 10. Officers estimate the marijuana is valued at $5,625,000.

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Orland’s police officers and their furry partners are gearing up for the fifth annual Laws and Paws fundraiser on Saturday. People from all over the county will get the chance to see K-9 officers in action, while helping law enforcement support the dogs.

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Agricultural water users in Sutter County have teamed up with the Glenn-Colusa Irrigation District to challenge Gov. Jerry Brown’s twin tunnels plan.

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Hundreds of people are expected to attend this weekend’s 2017 California State Duck Calling Championship and Outdoor Expo in Colusa featuring contestants demonstrating their talent, plus waterfowl and community vendors.

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An enormous American flag towered over Willows on Saturday to pay tribute to Michael Dennis Sides – a local Vietnam veteran who recently passed away. Sides received all military honors during the memorial, including a gun salute from Colusa County veterans.

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It’s been years of putting together the proper documentation and studies required by the process, but the team pushing for the proposed Sites Reservoir is hoping that work pays off as they go to submit an application for $1.6 billion in funding from the state.

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It’s been nearly a century since the United States was shadowed by a total solar eclipse. And while the Sacramento Valley will only be able to see a partial eclipse, astronomers promise the natural phenomenon will still be surreal.

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Crumbling buildings full of garbage and overrun by foliage are certainly an eyesore, but there’s not much cities can do when these edifices are privately owned – unless there’s a threat to public safety.

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Despite temperatures soaring over 100 degrees, Orland residents turned out in droves to celebrate National Night Out with local law enforcement. National Night Out is a movement to encourage positive relations between communities and public safety personnel.

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Human trafficking charges were dropped against four people arrested in a sting conducted by the Colusa County Task Force. They instead are each charged with pimping and pleaded not guilty.

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Students, hunters and wildlife experts dedicated half of their Saturday to clean up local wildlife habitat and hunting blinds in the Upper Butte Basin Wildlife Area – a territory spanning 9,700 acres in Butte and Glenn counties. Volunteers were treated to a barbecue lunch for their efforts.

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Didn’t get your mail? The United States Postal Inspector Investigator advises people to keep track of expected parcels in case they get stolen.

The Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency and the Glenn County CHAT program are sponsoring an event offering free haircuts to K-12 students.

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Three Northern California residents were arrested in connection to an illegal marijuana grow worth $467,000 found at an Orland residence on July 26.

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Orland Art Center has an eight-year long tradition of hosting one annual gallery showcasing the work of numerous artists. This year’s “Group Exhibit” will feature work from 32 artists, who work with every medium conceivable.