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‘Does Size Matter’ changes perspectives for viewers

Dana Muensterman // September 4, 2015

Janet Turner's historic collection hangs on the walls of her museum at Chico State’s Meriam Library from Aug. 24- Sept. 19.

John Hiatt & The Combo to turn Laxson blue

Tom Sundgren // September 2, 2015

Taj Mahal's Springfield, Massachusetts blues trio is set to open up for John Hiatt on Friday, September 11 in Laxson Auditorium.

‘No Escape’ review

Erin Vierra // August 30, 2015

Once you've sat down to watch this pulse-pounding thriller, there is no escape— not for the bathroom, not for popcorn and definitely not for overpriced sweets.

‘Biophony,’ Alonzo King LINES Ballet preview

Dana Muensterman // August 27, 2015

Alonzo King's ballet, in collaboration with Bernie Krause's natural soundtrack, takes the stage at Laxson Auditorium on September 5 from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

A night of sentimental feeling with The Waifs

George Johnston // August 27, 2015

Was the down-under band fun or something to run from?

Black Fong pumps up the funk at The Maltese

Tom Sundgren // August 27, 2015

Straight of out Chico, funk band Black Fong threw down the jams at The Maltese for the Pride weekend after-party event on Saturday August 22.

‘The Girl on the Train’ review

George Johnston // August 24, 2015

Can the book hailed as "the next 'Gone Girl'" live up to the hype?

Latest Cobain documentary leaves one heck of an impression

Haley Rodriguez // May 15, 2015

Fans won't be disappointed by the latest story detailing the grunge musician's life and career, "Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck."

‘Hot Pursuit’ crashes and burns

Erin Vierra // May 12, 2015

As female-driven comedies go, the movie doesn't live up to its predecessors, even with two talented stars as its leads.

Portland’s Gaytheist to perform in Chico

Tom Sundgren // May 12, 2015

The three-piece metal/hardcore/punk band will be playing Tuesday at 1078 Gallery. The Americas, Baby Gurl and John Holmes will be on the bill as well.

Richard Whitehead art exhibition comes to 1078 Gallery

Tom Sundgren // May 11, 2015

"Another Light - A Retrospective," highlighting artwork and poetry from the last 40 years, will be on display May 7-30.

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Salahadin Albutti // May 10, 2015

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