Most of Yuba County is located in the foothills and lower elevations of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. On the West, from the edge of the Sacramento Valley to the northeastern corner of Yuba County, elevations increase from a dense 60 to a thin 4,000 feet. In a recent article, … [Read more...] about Valley pollutants threaten farm workers
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Marysville pollutants concern residents
In back of the AM/PM gas station located at 707 E street, within the city limits of Marysville, sits a room-sized metal purifier that emits chemical fumes into the air from its large steel chimney. According to Bonita Steers, Hazardous Materials Specialist of Yuba County's Air … [Read more...] about Marysville pollutants concern residents
McDonald’s cuts the fat
According to Walt Riker, a representative for McDonald's, the company's 13,000 US restaurants will have completely phased out the franchise's flagship Supersize fries and soft-drink by the end of the year. Though speculation about McDonald's reasoning varies, many people think … [Read more...] about McDonald’s cuts the fat
Small team pitches big season
This year's Yuba College women's softball team is small yet fierce. The ten player team, made up mostly of freshman, has a tough season ahead of them but is ready for the challenge. Head Coach, Stephanie Reynolds said, "We only have two returning players. We are a young team, … [Read more...] about Small team pitches big season
Women finish tough season
The Yuba College women's basketball team survived a rough season as they faced off against various Division 1 teams. Their season record of 3-19 illustrates the difficulties the 49ers had to overcome throughout the year. After losing several key players last year, Head Coach … [Read more...] about Women finish tough season