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  • The student Health Center is located on the intersection of Ivy and Legion. Photo by Jason Halley. Taken May 1, 2023.

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    Chico State warns of potential tuberculosis case on campus

  • New lounge bar servicing exclusive menu and new cocktails in Rawbar’s remodeled extension. Taken by Alina Babajko on April 14.

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    The Rawbar reinvented: classy and oceanic

  • Chico State students bury the 2023 time capsule in front of Kendall Hall. Courtesy: Andrew Staples

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    Chico State’s annual Time Capsule Ceremony to take place on April 23

  • Jan. 26, 2005 printed issue of The Orion with the headline “Drinking nearly cost pledge’s life.” The article discusses investigations of Chico State’s Sigma Chi fraternity after a pledge nearly died from alcohol consumption. Accessed through The Orion Archives on April 13.

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    Chico State’s hazing history: pledge deaths, alcohol poisoning and more

  • “Flaming Wedgee,” controlled by Heather Vo, melting “Drone,” a lightweight flying robot, in an early fight. Taken by Nathan Chiochios on April 13.

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    ‘Flamethrowers allowed’ at Chico State’s first Robotronica

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LHP Grant Larson pitching against the Gators.

Wildcats hand San Francisco State their first loss of the season

Alex Martin, Staff Writer // February 19, 2020

It was an exciting day at Nettleton Stadium as the Wildcats took on the San Francisco State University Gators in game one of a four game series. Coming into the game, the Gators were undefeated, having...

Shay Stark talks with reporters about herself and family.

Wildcat Spotlight: Shay Stark

Alex Martin, Julian Mendoza, and Alex Coba // February 19, 2020

Shay Stark is a star player on the Chico State women’s basketball team. She developed a passion for the game of basketball at a young age and brought her passion to college. Stark is a fierce competitor...

Staying Healthy in College: Physically and Mentally

February 19, 2020

A college student’s guide to maintaining physical and mental health Most students are living away from their families for the first time. This includes cooking their own meals and making sure they...

Chico resident found dead at bus stop

Keyla De Los Santos // February 17, 2020

On Feb. 9, a 54-year-old Chico resident was found dead at the bus stop located near the Chico Cemetery on Mangrove Avenue.  According to the Chico Police Department’s press release, Chico Fire...

48 year-old James Marshal and K9 Odin pictured along with items discovered in Marshals vehicle. Courtesy of Chico PD.

K9 Odin discovers narcotics at traffic stop

Angelina Mendez // February 17, 2020

On Feb. 7, at approximately 9:56 p.m., a Chico Police Department Officer conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of Mangrove Ave and Manzanita Court, according to a CPD news release.  The...

Affordable housing, sustainable living: Visions for Chico 2020 at The People’s State of the Union

Kimberly Morales // February 12, 2020

Members of the audience had the opportunity to speak to the panel about concerns such as the mobile home living situation in Paradise. Photo by Dayanna Negrete Following the State of the Union address...

Concerned students respond to Downtown Chico vandalism

Courtney Collier // February 12, 2020

Student employees from Collier Hardware, located in Downtown Chico, voice concern about rise in vandalism. Photo by Courtney Collier Recent vandalism at Collier Hardware, located in Downtown Chico,...

‘Birds of Prey’ delivers empowerment with style

Danielle Kessler // February 12, 2020

As director Martin Scorsese would say, not all films of the superhero genre are considered cinema. However, that doesn’t mean the films can’t be considered important pieces of entertainment that...

How to select the perfect Valentine’s Day movie

Elijah Ewing // February 12, 2020

You’ve already done all the hard work, finding the perfect date, finding an open table for dinner on Valentine’s Day and now you’ve made it back to your place. But there’s one grueling task...

Douglas Keister showcasing his book “People, Places & Pieces of Paradise  at the Chico History Museum.

Local photographer showcases photo book recalling the Camp Fire

Melissa Joseph // February 12, 2020

One year and three months ago, Butte County experienced a disaster that caused an everlasting impression on thousands of lives. Local photographer and author, Douglas Keister, watched as the community...

Chico protestors say, ‘No war with Iran’

Kimberly Morales // January 30, 2020

On Saturday, members of the city of Chico became participants in the global, ‘No War with Iran,’ anti-war campaign.  Worldwide, the size of participation in the anti-war campaign saw an increase...

The outside of the downtown Starbucks

Downtown Starbucks burglarized by man armed with taser

Kimberly Morales // January 30, 2020

On Wednesday at approximately 9:30 a.m., the Starbucks at the intersection of Broadway and E 3rd St. in Downtown Chico reported to officers that a subject had shoplifted and then pulled a taser on an employee...

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