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Hey Yuba City, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s edition: Sinking farmland study, Bruno Mars tribute show, and goat-grazing wildfire costs + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Grazing industry faces pressure: California’s goat-grazing wildfire defense is in limbo after a July 1 wage shift. Companies warn per-herder costs near $230,000, even as lawmakers temporarily allowed sheep herder pay rules -- see the grazing costs.
Latest lottery results: No winning ticket for SuperLotto Plus, so Wednesday’s jackpot will be an estimated $43 million. A Redding gas station sold a ticket matching five numbers, worth $40,297 -- check the jackpot numbers.
Groundwater’s hidden toll: A new study found Sacramento Valley farmland is sinking from groundwater pumping. Satellites showed irreversible 2020 to 2022 deformation, shrinking aquifer storage. Researchers say recent rains could slow additional damage -- explore the sinking farmland study.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade*. Highlights this week: |
02 — From our sponsor Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC billIf your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Hook up your weekend: If your tackle box looks like it lost a bar fight, Johnson's Bait & Tackle has you covered with live and frozen bait plus everything from hooks and floats to nets and tackle boxes. They'll even spool your reels so you can hit the water this week with fewer tangles and more bragging rights.
Sacramento Valley’s hidden jewel: Local golfers, this week is perfect to sneak in 18 at Plumas Lake Golf Club, a walkable Bob Baldock redesign with Bermuda fairways, small tricky greens, and a canal teasing 12 holes. Bring your shot-shaping brain, then grab a bite at the clubhouse.
Make it a pastry run: Estelle Bakery & Pâtisserie brings that charming, warmly lit French bakery vibe to life, baking everything fresh on site with local ingredients. Next time you’re in Sacramento or Davis, snag a box for the week or book their tea service for a little treat-yourself moment.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🧘 Yoga For Mind, Body & Healing @ Hope Haven Counseling & Support Center (Marysville) | Wednesday (8/5) at 6:00 PM – Take a breather with a free, beginner-friendly restorative yoga class with Naturally Rooted Yoga at Hope Haven to slow down, reconnect, and ease stress. Led by Marni Sanders across from Silver Dollar, it’s trauma-informed, open to all, and perfect for locals whose backs file complaints.
🌱 UC Master Gardener Gardening Workshop @ Sutter County Library | Saturday (8/8) at 11:00 AM – Green thumb, or a plant graveyard with aspirations? Hit the Sutter County Library for free, hands-on UC Master Gardener workshops all summer, covering succulents, garden good guys versus pests, and an adults only houseplant session, with dirt, people, and calm screens can’t grow.
🎶 The Catfish Hunter Band @ Sopa Thai Cuisine | Saturday (8/22) at 7:00 PM – Dinner plans with a soundtrack? Sopa Thai in Yuba City is hosting the Catfish Hunter Band, which means free live music, dancing, and that sweet spot where pad thai meets a two-step. Expect great food, stiff drinks, and friendly service your aunt still talks about. ✨ Upcoming local fundraisers🎤 24K Magic: The Ultimate Bruno Mars Tribute Show @ Adventure Church | Friday (8/21) at 5:30 PM – Ready to bring a little 24K Magic to Yuba City? This Bruno Mars tribute packs the hits, the sparkle, and a pre-show dance lesson with pros, and it supports local foster youth through We Give NorCal. Sing loud, dance smarter, pretend your knees are 20.
🤠 Bandits & Bandanas meets The Grand Ole Opry @ Sutter Theater Center for the Arts | Saturday (8/22) at 6:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to two-step for a good cause, here it is. The Sutter Theater’s western-themed fundraiser corrals an all-star cast, Alex Cesena at the reins, chicken poop bingo, obviously, a silent auction, themed drinks at the bar, dinner, and dessert.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Yuba City report Weather forecastToday — High: 103°F — Low: 68°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 103. South wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 68. South southeast wind 3 to 7 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 100°F — Low: 67°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 100. Later: Clear, with a low around 67. This house is wildThis beautifully maintained South Yuba City home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a flexible layout with a downstairs bedroom, full bath, and an enclosed bonus room that can flex into a fifth bedroom or office. Vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, Corian kitchen counters, a covered patio, and an epoxy-floored 3-car garage add standout appeal.
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