Columns
The Yuba Scold
By Don Russell February 19, 2026 3 min read
Don Russell
Contributor, Ex-Editor
Local News • Events
Great Yuba Pass Chili Cook-off to Return
Annual Yuba Pass gathering invites chili cooks, volunteer judges, and spectators for informal community fun.
By Don Russell February 18, 2026 1 min read
Obituaries
Scott McDermid
Scott McDermid, a Vietnam veteran and versatile worker, passes away at 76 in Reno.
By Don Russell October 29, 2025 2 min read
From This Crackpot’s Desk
Some of the People All of the Time
Critiquing modern political dynamics, contrasting historical ideals with current practices.
By Don Russell October 9, 2025 4 min read
Local News • Events
Chili Cookoff, a Winter Classic, Returns March 1st
Great Yuba Pass Chili Cook-off returns March 1st, featuring no rules, free entry, and potential for corruption.
By Don Russell February 26, 2025 3 min read
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How Biden Lost This One Voter
Like many political junkies, I vaguely followed the alleged presidential debate recently.
By Don Russell July 5, 2024 2 min read
Local News
This Saturday: The REAL Chili Cook-off
By Don Russell March 7, 2024 8 min read
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Geezer Panic Postpones Chili Cook-off
By Don Russell February 29, 2024 1 min read
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From This Crackpot’s Desk
By Don Russell February 22, 2024 2 min read
Local News
A Week From Saturday: Sierra County’s Premier Social Event
By Don Russell February 22, 2024 2 min read
Local News
PSJUSD Board Meeting in Downieville
By Don Russell February 15, 2024 3 min read
