Second roof-top burger busted Sep 10, 2008
California agencies involved in this investigation were: Placer County Sheriff Department, Oroville Police Department, Butte County Sheriff's Department, Yuba County Sheriff's Department, Nevada County Sheriff's Department and Truckee Police Department. Second roof-top burger busted. (KRNV.com, NV)
Police Blotter: Sept. 8, 2008 Sep 8, 2008
Justin Taylor Foster, 18, of Oroville, and Christopher Ross Bruce, 20, of Roseville, were arrested by the Yuba City Police Department at 11 p.m. Sept. 6 in the 900 block of Gray Avenue on suspicion of possession of a narcotic and possession of a controlled substance. They were booked into Sutter County Jail. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Man Jumps From 30-Foot Roof In Escape Sep 3, 2008
-- An Oroville man believed to be part of a series of recent rooftop burglaries escaped capture by jumping from a 30-foot rooftop, sheriff's officials said Tuesday. On Friday, police arrested two men in Oroville accused of being part of a theft ring that has struck 40 bars, card rooms, and other businesses during the month of August by cutting through rooftops ... McGregor, who is from Oroville, may have visible injuries, officials said. (KCRA 3, CA)
Watch out for massive state debt avalanche Aug 25, 2008
Our massive water system, including Oroville Dam and the California Aqueduct, was built with "revenue bonds" repaid from water sales, not general taxes. Local facilities were financed either from fees or property taxes. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Fire, water woes lead growers to 'stump' trees Aug 23, 2008
Lake Oroville is expected to drop this fall to the lowest level since the dam was built. Unless there is a wet winter, conditions could cause mandatory rationing throughout the state. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Weigh-ins for Tachi fights provide no surprises Aug 22, 2008
l Oroville featherweight Shawn Bias (12-6) vs. Paradise's Marcus Blood (2-3). l Sacramento featherweight Tito Jones (4-2) vs. Sacramento's Hussain Rassouli (0-0). (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Nicholas Alexander Riggle Aug 21, 2008
He is survived by his parents: Darleen (Dalton) Keith of Valley Springs and Rick Riggle of Fremont; sisters: Janelle Riggle of Spokane, Washington and Jordan Keith of Oroville, CA; grandparents: Tom and Shirley Hickson of Pescadero, CA, Orville and Carol Riggle of San Gregorio, CA, and Kurt and Lois Gronauer of San Marino; great-grandmother: Lois Phipps of Pescadero; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and countless friends. Nicholas touched many lives and will be greatly missed. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Police Blotter: Aug. 21, 2008 Aug 21, 2008
Thomas James Pryor, 60, of Oroville, was arrested by the California Highway Patrol at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 19 at Highway 70 and Plumas Lake Boulevard, Yuba County. He was booked into Yuba County Jail. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Bias back in MMA action Aug 21, 2008
The majority of MMA fans are eager to see the return of Oroville featherweight Shawn Bias, as he makes his return from injuries sustained in a struggle with police officers in his home town. Bias (12-6) allegedly ran from officers outside an apartment complex in Oroville at about 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 20 ... Oroville police were called to investigate a disturbance and upon making contact with the 22-year-old mixed martial artist, the former PFC Featherweight Champion allegedly ran and... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
New arrival could be a big plus for Aztecs Aug 17, 2008
After rallying to earn his degree from Butte College in Oroville, he just joined SDSU last week. His academics weren't cleared until a few days ago more than a week since the rest of the team started practice. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
OCEANSIDE: Firefighters recall NoCal deployments Aug 17, 2008
Kiddo wrote on Aug 16, 2008 8:27 PM:I live in Oroville and was close enough to the Lightning Complex (Concow) fires to be fearful, yet far enough away to be thankful. My son lost his place up there, but he, his wife and kids got out safely. (North County Times)
Police Blotter: August 15, 2008 Aug 15, 2008
Robert Wayne Shaw, 44, of Oroville, was arrested by the Sutter County Sheriff's Department at 1:07 a.m. Aug. 14 at Highway 99 and Paseo Road. He was booked into Sutter County Jail. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
The RIGHT Places: Where Californias Critters are Hiding Aug 8, 2008
For egrets, beavers and river otters, visitors head to the Oroville State Wildlife Area, adjacent to the Feather River in Oroville, with its 11,870 acres of riparian forest bordered by 12 miles of river channels. Eight miles east of Yreka, the Shasta Valley Wildlife Area offers 4,655 acres of Great Basin juniper woodland, riparian forest, seasonal wetlands and crops lands, with Mt. Shasta as a backdrop. (Human Events Online)
Fire Forces Evacuations In Butte County Aug 6, 2008
-- Immediate evacuations have been issued to 12 homes because of a fire that is raging near Oroville, officials said ... An evacuation center has been set up at the Church of the Nazarene in Oroville. (KCRA 3, CA)
Weather sparks new Calif. wildfire worries Aug 6, 2008
The expanding blaze in Butte County led to the evacuation of residents living between the middle and southern forks of the Feather River, which feeds into Lake Oroville, and prompted officials to push back their prediction for when the fire would be surrounded from Wednesday to Sunday. Brown said the region's temperatures were expected to reach the triple digits on Wednesday, which could further delay progress in containing the fire. (Fresno Bee -- State)
California: Count revised of Yosemite burned homes Aug 6, 2008
The 1,000-acre blaze led to the evacuation of residents living between the middle and southern forks of the Feather River, which feeds into Lake Oroville. That fire, which began Sunday, already has destroyed a mobile home and damaged a barn. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
California: Latest wildfire destroys one home Aug 5, 2008
OROVILLE A Butte County wildfire that destroyed a mobile home over the weekend continued threatening other homes Monday, although officials expected to have the blaze fully contained by the end of the day. The fire, which also damaged a barn, has consumed 323 acres since it began Sunday near Lake Oroville ... People living between the middle and southern forks of Lake Oroville were advised to evacuate. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
First time author gets book turned into play ... Fire wipes out garage ... Live Oak and Gridley to host National Night out August 5 ... Gridley Council draft agenda for Monday ... Hammer used in domestic violence ... Chamber and Hospital planning two free faires ... Biggs and Gridley hear decision on Area of Concern at Supervisors meeting ... Humboldt Fire Reward Amount increased to $72,000 ... ';var marqueewidth="350px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#FFFFFF";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}}Saturday, August 02, 2008 SECRETS OF THE FLOWER FAIRIES--Pictured is the cast of an original stage production of “The Fairy Dust Tales: Secrets Of The Flower Fairies.” The book was written by Margaret Dakin and is being put on stage by Gridley’s Kathy Neal. And the Creative Arts Centre. (Photo provided) First time author gets book turned into play Aug 2, 2008
First-time author Margaret Dakin has had her book turned into a play, to be performed Friday and Sunday at the State Theater in Oroville ... They're both available at the library in Oroville. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Hammer used in domestic violence Aug 2, 2008
After medical clearance, Schwartz was booked into the Butte County Jail in Oroville. Assistant Chief Brian Cook said this case remains under investigation, and that a criminal complaint may be filed against the Gridley woman involved in this case. (Gridley Herald, CA)
By Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sen. Dianne Feinstein: Why we can't delay on a water bond deal Aug 1, 2008
Lake Oroville, California's second-largest storage reservoir, will end this year with its lowest amount of water in more than 30 years. Shasta Reservoir, the state's largest, is at 48% of capacity. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Biggs and Gridley Area of Concern to be discussed at Wednesday Supervisors meeting Jul 30, 2008
The Butte County Board of Supervisors will consider 31 study areas in the unincorporated areas of the County for inclusion in a preliminary preferred alternative for Butte County General Plan 2030, at meetings held Wednesday, at the Supervisor's chambers in Oroville. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m., with Study Area 31, the Biggs Area, Study Area 33, South of Biggs and Study Area 34, North of Gridley. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Locals play key role in South All-Star win Jul 30, 2008
Gridley, Biggs and Live Oak high schools sent a combined four players to the Lions All-Star football game on Saturday at Oroville's Harrison Stadium, and all four of them played a key role in helping the South win for the second straight year, 27-19 ... Big runs by Trey Barnes of Oroville High School and MVP Jon Hays of Paradise High School set up the game winner - a perfectly executed fade pass from Hays to Pleasant Valley's Sean Reynolds from 11 yards out. (Gridley Herald, CA)
North Valley Community Foundation Distributing Fire Donations Jul 26, 2008
The NVCF Fire Disaster Response Fund is directing 100 to Caring Choices, the Neighborhood Church and Oroville Church of the Nazarene, local organizations responding to the fire and its aftermath. Additionally, a gift of 1,000 from a donor-advised fund at NVCF will go to support the Oroville Church of the Nazarene. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Durham Dolphins Invitational Results Jul 26, 2008
GRIDLEY GATORS Abbey Mattos races across the pool in a previous meet at Oroville. The Gridley Gators will wrap up their season with the Plumas Invitational on July 26 and 27, and the NVAL Championships at Shasta College from August 1 to 3. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Missing Person: Jul 24, 2008
Julia told a relative that she was going to go for a drive and was possibly heading towards the Oroville area. Julia requires a constant supply of oxygen and has a multitude of health complications. (Gridley Herald, CA)
State: Water Levels Lowest In 30 Years Jul 23, 2008
Lake Oroville -- which sits at the top of the vast system of state pumps and canals that send mountain river supplies to Southern California -- is at 40 percent capacity now. The state's second largest reservoir will be at about 20 percent by the end of December, Snow said. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Learning from the best Jul 23, 2008
"I just saw this guy playing in the Super Bowl. Markussen said Eli talked to him and the other quarterbacks about how to roll out of the pocket properly and how to throw on the run. Markussen said it was also amazing when they were able to watch Eli and Manning perform in a series of passing drills. "They were throwing 60 yard bombs down the field perfectly," he recalled with awe. Great experience Markussen senior said all the boys have aspirations to do well in high school football and to play... (Daily Triplicate)
Think most of the Delta's water flows south to L.A.? Think again Jul 23, 2008
Project water supply comes from storage at Lake Oroville and high runoff flows in the Delta. "How can that be? Our water is essential, yet we're not represented?Looking at the Issues, I clicked on the Bay-Delta link and what do you suppose I saw on the lower right side? An article by the PPIC which I covered extensively in the blog to yesterday's article on water.something seems to be rotten in Denmark; or in this case, the Delta. ". (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
State: Water Levels Will Be Lowest In 30 Years Jul 22, 2008
Shasta, Oroville Lakes Well Below Capacity ... The next-largest reservoir, Lake Oroville -- which sits at the top of the vast system of state pumps and canals that send mountain river supplies to Southern California -- is at 40 percent capacity now and will drop to about 20 percent by the end of December, he said. (KCRA 3, CA)
Gridley, Biggs and Manzanitaa School Board openings Jul 19, 2008
Butte County candidates may obtain forms at 25 County Center Drive, Suite 110, Oroville, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The deadline for filing a Declaration of Candidacy is 5 p.m. August 8th, 2008. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Wedding: Palmer/Upton Jul 19, 2008
Oroville and Tom Pinion of Glendale, Ariz. The groom works in construction for Production Framing Systems Inc., in Sacramento. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Air Quality Update as of July 15, 2008 Jul 17, 2008
Oroville: There is not a PM2. 5 monitor available in Oroville to monitor air quality ... Based on the visibility Monday the air quality in Oroville was Moderate. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Fortunate feline Jul 17, 2008
The once-long-haired male cat was found burned by a wildfire near Oroville last week ... The cat's picture will remain posted at the disaster shelter in Oroville, in case his owner is trying to track him down. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
County fair ride suit at a standstill Jul 16, 2008
The target of the suit is Brass Ring Amusements' Midway of Fun, a family owned enterprise based in the Butte County community of Oroville. That firm was responsible for setting up and maintaining the Yo-Yo ride that broke down. (The Union Democrat)
Calif. Wildfire Destroys 50 Homes, Threatens Thousands Jul 13, 2008
Send news tip to FOXNews. Northern California Blaze Destroys 50 Structures. (Fox News)
Fire threat to California town falls as winds dip Jul 13, 2008
Residents on the eastern side of Paradise and to the south, in the area of Yankee Hill down to Lake Oroville were told they could return home on Saturday, Edmonds said. More than 10,000 area residents had been ordered out since Tuesday. (Reuters)
50 homes destroyed in Butte County blaze Jul 13, 2008
It raced through Concow, a community east of Paradise and about 22 miles north of Oroville. "It was dangerous," said Battalion Chief Mike Brown of the state fire agency, who directed the ensuing nine-hour firefight from a meadow. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Calif. Residents Fleeing Again Jul 13, 2008
Drivers on Oroville Dam road, in Oroville, Calif ... They spent Tuesday night in a tent outside an emergency shelter in Oroville ... Dozens of evacuees spent Tuesday night at the emergency shelter at Las Plumas High School in Oroville, where people slept on cots in the gymnasium and ate meals donated by businesses and churches. (Time.com)
Yankee Hill Added To Immediate Evacuations List Jul 8, 2008
Las Plumas High School - 2380 Las Plumas Ave., Oroville, CA 95965 530-538-2310. Animal and Pet Shelter Location. (KCRA 3, CA)
County to crackdown on Fireworks possession Jul 2, 2008
Ramsey noted that only the cities of Oroville and Gridley allow for the sale of safe and sane fireworks within their city limits. Fireworks sales began at noon on Sunday for the Fourth of July holiday season, and Ramsey issued the warning because of the high fire danger this year. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Hundreds Of Blazes Shroud Skies With Smoke Jun 25, 2008
Two shelters have been established in Oroville: Spring Valley School at 2771 Pentz Road, and at Las Plumas High School at 2380 Las Plumas Ave.. Officials are asking visitors at Camp Lassen in Butte Meadows to evacuate due to the Smokey fire, which has burned 240 acres. (KCRA 3, CA)
Three local ballplayers commit to CR in Eureka Jun 25, 2008
Walsworth pitched last year for Butte College in Oroville. Triplicate staff. (Daily Triplicate)
Smoke Damages Valley Air Quality Jun 24, 2008
The Red Cross set up an evacuation center at Spring Valley Elementary School on Pentz Road in Oroville. In Stanislaus National Forest, a blaze burned up to 500 acres about 19 miles northeast of Groveland and may spread into nearby Yosemite National Park. (KCRA 3, CA)
California: Firefighters gain ground on Watsonville fire Jun 22, 2008
The wind-driven fires together burned more than 24,000 acres west of Lake Oroville more than 60 miles north of the state capital. The centers will be open in Oroville on Monday and Tuesday, and in Paradise from Wednesday through Friday. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Supervisor-elect Lambert witnesses devastation Jun 19, 2008
"There were bulldozers, water trucks, tents and fire departments representing districts from Yreka, San Diego, Reno, Palmdale, Glendale, all over. The parking lot was full. Lambert himself fought fires for seven years in Sonoma so knows first hand the enormity of the situation. He and Josiassen surveyed damage to approximately forty homes. Lambert, owner of Lamberts Feed and Grain Store in Oroville saw the remnants of a house he had delivered hay to two weeks ago. "It was incinerated. It's hard... (Gridley Herald, CA)
74 Paradise homes destroyed by Humboldt Fire Jun 15, 2008
"It would have been a total loss if the firefighters hadn't been here," said Jerry Johnson, who had housed the evacuated Lawrentz family in his Oroville home. "It's a combination of factors. One without the other wouldn't have mattered.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Gator's season starts tonight to Yuba City Jun 14, 2008
She was a swimmer with the Oroville Orcas since she was five years old, and coached for them in 2006 ... They will also have home meets on July 9 against Willows, July 16 against Oroville, and the Gridley Gator Invitational is from June 27 to 29. (Gridley Herald, CA)
DUI suspect charged with multiple offenses Jun 14, 2008
Marin was booked into the Butte County Jail in Oroville for driving under the influence, making terrorist threats, resisting officers, threatening officers, and vandalism. He remains in custody. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Butte County Clerk Admits Poor Timing On Civil Marriages Jun 12, 2008
At an Oroville flower shop, owner Julie Jackson is not expecting much in the way of new business when gay marriage becomes legal next week. We'll have a few more weddings possibly, maybe on a smaller scale, Oroville Flower Shop owner Julie Jackson said. (KSBW 8, CA)
Biggs/Gridley areas to be discussed by Butte County this Friday Jun 12, 2008
The Study Session will be at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville. To up to the minute information about Workshop Series 4, and other announcements, visit. (Gridley Herald, CA)
3 Firefighters Burned In Placer Blaze Jun 12, 2008
An evacuation center was set up at the Church of the Nazarene in nearby Oroville, but many residents were returning to their property as of early Wednesday. In Stockton, fire investigators have ruled out the possibility of a lit cigarette tossed from a car window from Interstate 5 as the cause of an urban blaze that destroyed nine homes and damaged several condominiums on Tuesday. (KCRA 3, CA)
California: Dozens of homes destroyed in NorCal fires Jun 11, 2008
The Butte County community south of Oroville was evacuated temporarily while at least 350 firefighters fought to protect homes ... About 50 residents planned to spend the night at an evacuation center established at Oroville's Church of the Nazarene, church secretary Tina Brandt said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Police Blotter: June 10, 2008 Jun 10, 2008
Nicholas Andrew Omlansky, 28, of Oroville, was arrested by the Yuba City Police Department at 9 a.m. June 8 in the Feather River bottoms. He was booked into Sutter County Jail. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Covad adds T1 service in 285 cities Jun 10, 2008
Covad said that in California the new T1 offering will be available in Apple Valley, Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Atwater, Bakersfield, Banning, Baywood Park, Carmel, Carpinteria, Chico, Davis, Eureka, Fresno, Grass Valley, Hanford, Hollister, Lodi, Madera, Manteca, Marina, Marysville, Merced, Modesto, Monterey, Morro Bay, Oakdale, Oroville, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Paradise, Paso Robles, Perris, Porterville, Rancho Mirage, Red Bluff, Redding, Salinas, San Luis Obispo, Seaside, Shingle Springs,... (San Jose Business Journal)
Our View: Thumbs up, thumbs down Jun 9, 2008
Regional outboard races in Bakersfield, Lake Minden and Oroville saw few entries earlier this season, and NCOA organizers anticipated the same in Marysville. Boat-racing won't be the only ones disappointed by the absence of races; local businesses such as motels and restaurants will experience a loss in revenue Hey, at least the cardboard boat races are still scheduled to be held as part of this year's festivities in Marysville. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Summer time baseball Jun 8, 2008
In his first year in college he served as a reliever for the Butte College team in Oroville. "I've learned a lot there," he said, adding he hopes that experience will help him and the Grizzlies this summer. (Daily Triplicate)
Gridley man arrested for rape after DNA "cold hit" Jun 7, 2008
On April 23, 1999 an Oroville woman was reportedly kidnapped and taken to the wildlife area in Oroville where she was sexually assaulted ... The investigation was re-opened and on June 2 Romero was arraigned in the Butte County Superior Court in Oroville on charges that included kidnapping, forcible rape, attempted sodomy, and two counts of assault with a force likely to cause great bodily injury. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Residents ask for more services from Mental Health Services Act Jun 7, 2008
Gowan pointed out needs that were identified, including an alternative to out of county crisis placement for youth, increased therapy services for Live Spot youth center in Oroville, housing for homeless consumers, employment opportunities for consumers and increased security for already existing programs ... Everything that you've gone through so far has been Chico and Oroville, and Chico and Oroville, said Nicki Herrera-Llerenas ... We want all of those things that are being offered in... (Gridley Herald, CA)
Taking no medications - at 101 years-of-age May 31, 2008
He worked there until he went to Oroville to clear trees for the future Oroville Dam. Years and timelines are a little fuzzy to this amazing man but he truly is remarkable. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Locals load up Lions game May 31, 2008
SOUTH Chanell Thurman, Ashley Rovito, and Heidi McAllister, Sutter; Kylee Rogers, Las Plumas (Oroville); Ashley Lambert, Colusa; Kayla Mansfield, Champion Christian (Chico); Caitlyn Durfee and Stacey Olson, Gridley; Reba Carriere, Chico; Ariel Manicci, Pleasant Valley (Chico); Lydia White, Alex Ortiz and Nikki Bingamon, East Nicolaus (Nicolaus); Lucinda Wells, Maxwell; Brandi Watts, Oroville; Chylsi Coker, Wheatland; Lauren Shanks, Durham; and Michelle Schleef, Willows ... SOUTH Richard... (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
Butte County Mental Health's threat of closing doors in Gridley May 29, 2008
There is a Mental Health Service Initiative/Community Service and Support augmentation plan announcement meeting Wednesday, May 28 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at 25 County Center Dr. in Oroville. The Board of Supervisors meeting will take place on June 10 at the same address. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Salmon resurgence in Butte County May 27, 2008
The construction of Shasta Dam on the Sacramento, Friant Dam on the San Joaquin, Folsom Dam on the American and Oroville Dam on the Feather River over the past century cut off huge sections of river, wiping out much of the spring run. Numerous smaller dams were built on the various creeks that fed the rivers. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ryan wins second straight Dispatcher of the Year award May 24, 2008
Ryan's husband Jeremy is an officer in Oroville, and they have a young son, Bode. She said her coworkers are like a big family also, something you don't always get with a larger department. (Gridley Herald, CA)
2008 Red Suspenders Day Parade Winners May 24, 2008
Auto Club: first place, Oroville Feather Model A Club. Auto Commercial: first place, McConnell Chevrolet. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Durfee, Olson to play in All-Star game May 22, 2008
The South also includes Chanell Thurman, Ashley Rovito and Heidi McAllister of Sutter Union High School, Kylee Rogers of Las Plumas, Ashley Lambert of Colusa, Kayla Mansfield of Champion Christian, Reba Carriere of Chico, Ariel Manicci of Pleasant Valley, Lydia White, Alex Ortiz and Nikki Bingamon of East Nicolaus, Lucinda Wells of Maxwell, Brandi Watts of Oroville, Chylsi Coker of Wheatland, Lauren Shanks of Durham, and Michelle Schleef of Willows ... The South baseball team is Richard Anderson... (Gridley Herald, CA)