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Coffee in hand, Oroville? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How many extra salmon will Oroville’s hatchery release this year?
  • What new transparency rules is Oroville’s council preparing to adopt?
  • How did Oroville Police track down these teen robbery suspects?

Also on today's calendar: Lights of Hope 2025.

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Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 57 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Friday: A little afternoon rain, temps: high: 57, low: 51.
  • Saturday: Cloudy, with a high of 57 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Salmon Spawning Operations (gridleyherald.com) — Oroville’s Feather River Fish Hatchery has successfully wrapped up this year’s Chinook salmon spawning, collecting enough eggs to exceed its usual production goals. To help counter declining Central Valley salmon numbers, the hatchery will boost releases of spring- and fall-run fish into the Feather River and San Francisco Bay, supported by continued vitamin B1 treatments to improve survival.
   

2. Oroville council talks transparency standards (chicoer.com) — Oroville’s City Council is moving toward a new transparency ordinance that would curb solo contract negotiations, protect staff who refuse improper directives, and allow anonymous reporting of concerns. Members sparred over past Gateway Project investigations but agreed on clearer rules, while also extending Northwest Lineman College’s land lease and recognizing local civic and school efforts.
   

3. Two teens apprehended for a series of robberies targeting local businesses in Oroville (krcrtv.com) — Oroville Police say two teenagers have been arrested in connection with several recent robberies targeting local businesses, involving stolen cash registers and merchandise. Investigators used prior case information, witness statements, surveillance footage, and other evidence to identify the suspects, and are asking anyone with additional details to contact the department.
   

4. CalAssist Mortgage Fund provides up to $20k of support for disaster-stricken homeowners (krcrtv.com) — Homeowners in Oroville and across Butte County hit by the Thompson and Park fires can now apply for up to $20,000 in no-repayment mortgage help through the CalAssist Mortgage Fund. The program can cover up to three months of payments for homes destroyed or left uninhabitable, with a simple, free application and referrals to housing counselors if residents don’t qualify.
   

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    Saturday December 20
  • Family Movie
    Butte County Library, Oroville Branch, 1820 Mitchell Ave, Oroville
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    Saturday December 20
  • Lights of Hope 2025
    Lights of Hope , 3556 Oro Bangor Hwy , Oroville
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💬 Chatter

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  • Hello, my kitty “princess” has been missing for two days now, not like her.
    Oro dam blvd and Gilmore street area. Please let me know if anyone has seen her? She also has a 4 month old kitten at home who misses her as well!… (Nextdoor Downtown)
  • Hello our cat has has been missing for 3 days if any body has seen him please contact us D st and fall brook area
    He is not vocal ( vocal cords damaged by the flue ) God bless you thank you (Nextdoor Southside)
  • Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Oroville. Apply here.
  • Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Team Member in Oroville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oroville here.

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