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Special Feature SPOTLIGHT: Rural Chat with Dr. Temple Grandin

RCRC sat down with Dr. Temple Grandin for a special rural chat interview, following her keynote address at the 2026 Annual Meeting. In this brief conversation, Dr. Grandin shares reflections from her career and personal experiences, along with insights relevant to California’s rural communities.

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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

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Special Feature RCRC Honors Retired TAUSD Superintendent with 2025 President's Award

On 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.

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Special Feature Memorial for Congressman Doug LaMalfa Scheduled for January 24

A 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.