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🌱 How could new rules change Oroville council’s behind-the-scenes conversations?

Morning Oroville! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How could new rules change Oroville council’s behind-the-scenes conversations?
  • Can Oroville bounce back at home after this tough road loss?
  • Oroville and Chico families remember loved ones lost this December

Also on today's calendar: Family Movie.

📸 Have a great pic of holiday decorations from around Oroville? Post it to Oroville photos of the day! ☃️ 🟢-🟠-🟣-🔴-🟡-🔵 ☃️

Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 57 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 58, low: 49.
  • Friday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 55 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Oroville City Council considers new transparency guidelines (krcrtv.com) — Oroville residents may soon see stricter transparency rules for how their City Council interacts with staff, with all discussions required to be documented in meetings. The proposed policy, led by Councilmembers Tracy Johnstone and Shaun Webber, also adds an anonymous reporting system and possible sanctions for intimidation or pressure outside the public process.
   

2. Basketball Recap: Oroville Comes Up Short (maxpreps.com) — Oroville High’s boys basketball team dropped a close 62–55 battle to Woodland Christian on Saturday, despite a huge 29-point, five-assist, three-steal night from standout Kevin Taylor. The Tigers, now 5–3, look to rebound at home when they host Durham at 8 p.m. Tuesday, giving local fans a chance to see if Taylor’s hot streak continues.
   

3. Death notices received Dec. 15 (orovillemr.com) — Several Oroville families are mourning loved ones this month, with local funeral homes handling arrangements and, in some cases, no services planned. The death notices also include longtime Chico residents, with details on where they died and which mortuaries are in charge, helping friends and neighbors know how to offer condolences.
   

4. Operation Warming Hearts also warms hands, one cup at a time (chicoer.com) — An Oroville family is spending the holiday season handing out hot chocolate, socks, gloves, and kind words to people experiencing homelessness around town, inspired by 11-year-old Lane Howard’s concern outside the Oroville post office. Their weekly “Operation Warming Hearts” outings double as life lessons for their children about empathy, neurodivergence, and treating every Oroville neighbor with respect.
   

5. Sebastian Bach Announces 2026 North American Tour (rttnews.com) — Rock fans in Oroville can catch Sebastian Bach live when his 2026 “The Party Never Ends” tour hits Feather Falls Casino on February 28. The North American run spans casinos and theaters across the U.S. and Canada, featuring songs from his solo work and Skid Row days, with support from Stitched Up Heart on most dates.
   

📸 Around Oroville

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Oroville

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★ Featured events ★

    Thursday December 18
  • Oroville ESL Let's Talk
    Oroville Adult Education - Career & Technical Center, 2750 Mitchell Ave, Oroville
    11:00 am

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Other local events
    Saturday December 20
  • Family Movie
    Butte County Library, Oroville Branch , 1820 Mitchell Ave , Oroville
    2:00 pm
  • Lights of Hope 2025
    Lights of Hope , 3556 Oro Bangor Hwy , Oroville
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Frankie says ".....
    This Christmas, remember the caregivers you know who may need a little extra support— let them know they’re seen, appreciated, and not alone......"… (Nextdoor Downtown)
  • FOUND: Male gray cat, Kelly Ridge
    Friendly gray cat with a collar with the name Antonio, in Kelly ridge off of Kokanee. If this is your cat and you are missing him, let me know! He… (Nextdoor Kelly Ridge)
  • Butte-Glenn Community College District posted a job opening for Associate Faculty Pool-All Disciplines in Oroville. Apply here.
  • Oroville Hospital posted a job opening for Patient Access Clerk 8560 #12477 in Oroville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oroville here.

Ok Oroville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don’t know. I can never finish drinking the hot bath!
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Oroville

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.