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The Yuba Scold

By Don Russell • February 19, 2026

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Local News • Events

Great Yuba Pass Chili Cook-off to Return

By Don Russell • February 18, 2026

Annual Yuba Pass gathering invites chili cooks, volunteer judges, and spectators for informal community fun.

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Obituaries

Scott McDermid

By Don Russell • October 29, 2025

Scott McDermid, a Vietnam veteran and versatile worker, passes away at 76 in Reno.

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From This Crackpot’s Desk

Some of the People All of the Time

By Don Russell • October 9, 2025

Critiquing modern political dynamics, contrasting historical ideals with current practices.

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Local News • Events

Chili Cookoff, a Winter Classic, Returns March 1st

By Don Russell • February 26, 2025

Great Yuba Pass Chili Cook-off returns March 1st, featuring no rules, free entry, and potential for corruption.

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From This Crackpot’s Desk

How Biden Lost This One Voter

By Don Russell • July 5, 2024

Like many political junkies, I vaguely followed the alleged presidential debate recently.

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Local News

This Saturday: The REAL Chili Cook-off

By Don Russell • March 7, 2024

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Local News

Geezer Panic Postpones Chili Cook-off

By Don Russell • February 29, 2024

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From This Crackpot’s Desk

From This Crackpot’s Desk

By Don Russell • February 22, 2024

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Local News

A Week From Saturday: Sierra County’s Premier Social Event

By Don Russell • February 22, 2024

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Local News

PSJUSD Board Meeting in Downieville

By Don Russell • February 15, 2024

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