Butte County has moved back into the most restrictive Tier 1 status in California’s reopening plan following a spike in COVID-19 cases reported by The Orion last week. Businesses are expected to comply with safety regulations within one day of this announcement. “We...
Butte County may be reverting back to Tier 2 status amidst an uptick in COVID-19 cases. If the trend continues, Butte County will re-enter Tier 2 by Nov. 17. “I am very concerned to see an increase in cases among some of our youngest residents as we head into...
As much as I try to keep warm during the winter, there is something oddly alluring to embracing the bitter cold every once in a while. Why? I can’t say for sure, maybe to remind myself why I bundle up, or maybe the cold reveals aspects about ourselves that we would never...
On Thursday, Chico State’s new Office of Tribal Relations hosted a presentation via Zoom to hold conversations regarding the Native American experience. The presentation was led by a group of individuals including the Director of Tribal Relations, Rachel McBride-Praetorius,...
With used needles being found scattered throughout our city in public parks, creeks and elementary schools, and homeless encampments taking over our gorgeous parks, it’s about time we had a change of leadership. The previous city council, which was overwhelmingly liberal,...
On Saturday at 12:30 a.m. a horrible car accident happened on Highway 99. Five big rigs and five cars were involved. There have been three confirmed deaths. One of those deaths was a friend and coworker of mine. Her name was Camille Bent and she was a Chico State...
Atlanta Braves’ first baseman, Freddie Freeman and Chicago White Sox’s first baseman, Jose Abreu took home the MVP trophies in a shortened 60 game season. Freeman demolished his competition in the National League securing 28 of 30 first place votes from runner up,...
The coronavirus pandemic has halted sports programs at Chico State since March. Before COVID-19, the spring sports teams were playing well and had a shot to make a deep run in the playoffs. The softball team was 19-2, including 8-0 at home. The baseball team was 15-7...
