Jan 16, 2026
Special Feature RCRC's 2025 Rural Recap Now Available!The Rural Recap is prepared for the RCRC Board of Directors to highlight significant actions taken on issues impacting California’s rural counties. It outlines key advocacy efforts engaged in by RCRC staff on behalf of California’s rural communities and serves as an end-of-year summary
Jan 16, 2026
Special Feature RCRC Honors Retired TAUSD Superintendent with 2025 President's AwardOn January 6, RCRC honored Jaime Green, former Superintendent of the Trinity Alps Unified School District, with the 2025 RCRC President’s Award for his dedicated advocacy on behalf of California’s rural counties. The annual award recognizes individuals who exceed their professional duties to support and strengthen the state’s rural communities.
Jan 16, 2026
Special Feature Federal Appellate Court Upholds State and Local Restrictions on Interstate Cannabis Activities in Case Supported by RCRCOn January 2, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a key decision holding that federal constitutional protections for interstate commerce (the so-called “dormant commerce clause”) do not apply to commercial cannabis activities
Jan 16, 2026
Special Feature Memorial for Congressman Doug LaMalfa Scheduled for January 24A memorial for Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) is scheduled to occur on Saturday, January 24 at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico. The service is expected to start at noon, doors open at 10:00 a.m., and parking is available starting at 9:30 a.m.
Tickets are required for entry. For additional information, or to register for tickets, see here.
Jan 06, 2026
Special Feature RCRC Remembers Congressman Doug LaMalfaThe RCRC family is deeply saddened by the passing of Congressman Doug LaMalfa. Serving California’s 1st District from 2013 to 2026, Congressman LaMalfa was more than a representative; he was a dedicated partner and steadfast advocate for rural counties
Dec 19, 2025
Special Feature The Barbed Wire Will Resume in 2026The Barbed Wire will be on hiatus through the end of the year, resuming on Friday, January 9, 2025. Warmest wishes for a wonderful Holiday Season and a Happy New Year from all of us at RCRC!
Oct 17, 2025
Special Feature Modoc County Nonprofits Receive Record Proceeds from RCRC's County Basket Drawing and AuctionThis week, RCRC President and CEO Patrick Blacklock presented $115,200 to ten Modoc County nonprofits at the Modoc County Board of Supervisors meeting. The funds were raised by rural community and business leaders from across the state, during RCRC’s County Basket Drawing and Auction
Aug 29, 2025
Special Feature SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Meet RCRC’s 2025 Hydration Sponsor - North State Planning and Development CollectiveThe North State Planning and Development Collective at Chico State is a leader in economic development and GIS, dedicated to finding solutions for the region’s most pressing issues. Learn more here, and be sure to connect with them at RCRC’s Annual Meeting.
Aug 22, 2025
Special Feature SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Meet RCRC’s 2025 Registration Bag Sponsor - AnthemLearn more about RCRC’s 2025 Registration Bag Sponsor – Anthem, and be sure to connect at the Annual Meeting in September!
Aug 15, 2025
Special Feature SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Meet RCRC’s 2025 Thursday Reception Sponsor - ComcastComcast appreciates the partnership of our Rural Counties in connecting everyone to quality broadband. Learn more about RCRC’s 2025 Thursday Reception Sponsor – Comcast