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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

After decades of cannabis being stigmatized, Embarc seeks to flip the script with the Devil’s Lettuce party and enjoy the green flower in the open and without shame. Photo taken by Chris Hutton on Oct. 18.

Sinners vs. Saints Devil’s Lettuce Party envelops Chico in smoke

Chris Hutton, Entertainment Reporter
October 28, 2024

My soberness ended when a blue and white Cookies-branded fake gun was shoved in my face. The trigger was pulled and smoke came out. I adjusted the sparkling devil horns resting on my head and breathed...

 José Hernández is a former NASA astronaut who will be visiting Chico State in late October to talk about his life story. Photo from NASA Jim Grossmann.

NASA astronaut José Hernández visits Chico State

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter
October 28, 2024

Astronaut José Hernández will be giving a talk at Chico State on Wednesday to share his life story of going from farmworker to astronaut. Hernández is Mexican-American and was born in San Joaquin...

Wilderwilds showcases a unique art style inspired by nature and its creatures. Photo taken on Oct. 19.

Maker Radio, Idea fab labs present Wilderwilds

Cecilia Gonzalez, Entertainment Reporter
October 23, 2024

Maker Radio — 94.5 FM — presented the Wilderwilds open art exhibit at the Idea Fab Labs on Saturday. The exhibit showcased prints, dolls, skateboard decks and more. Wilderwilds is an exhibit created...

David Howard Thornton as Art the Clown in the horror film, “Terrifier 3,” a Cineverse release. Photo courtesy of Jesse Korman/Dark Age Cinema.

He said, she said: ‘Terrifier 3’

Ariana Powell and Garrett Hartman
October 21, 2024

“Terrifier 3” is the third installment of the “Terrifier” series. It takes place five years after the events of “Terrifier 2” and follows Sienna Shaw, one of two survivors of Art the Clown’s...

The cast of “The Crucible” during an intense moment in a court scene in the second act. Photo courtesy of Jason A. Halley on Oct. 9.

Chico State’s chilling production of ‘The Crucible’

Nadia Hill, Entertainment Editor
October 19, 2024

Chico State’s production of “The Crucible” captured the true horror of a witch hunt in a community that values pride and reputation over all else. Upon arrival at the Harlen Adams Theater in the...

Chico Embarc storefront from the parking lot. Photo taken by Nadia Hill on Oct. 3.

Embarc hosts Sinners vs. Saints: Devil’s Lettuce Party

Chris Hutton, Entertainment Reporter
October 18, 2024

Flipping the narrative on the heavily-stigmatized, devilish marijuana, Embarc — a dispensary in Chico — is hosting the Sinners vs. Saints — Devil’s Lettuce Party on Friday from 8 p.m. to midnight...

Ellie Stehr, James Pauly and Thistle Gardner of punk band D-VA prepare to close the night with their highly anticipated set as the crowd's favorite group at a lively backyard show featuring multiple performers. Photo taken by Adriana Carrera.

Punk scene takes over Chico

Adriana Carrera, Contributor
October 16, 2024

Nestled in a corner of town, far from the frat parties, lies an even louder, unapologetic group of rebels known for captivating crowds with their electrifying performances and distinctive style. Their...

Promotional poster provided by Graduate Pathways Society

Fall into learning: GRADtoberfest returns to Chico State

Chris Hutton, Reporter
October 14, 2024

As the leaves shift colors, students can seek new opportunities and change here at Chico State. One of the ways students can do that this fall is by attending the GRADtoberfest on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at Trinity...

Matt Walsh dressed as a progressive person reading How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X Kendy. Courtesy: Dailywire+

‘Am I Racist:’ A Cathartic Comedy.

Ari Sorokin, Opinion Reporter
October 14, 2024

The DailyWire’s new film “Am I Racist,” starring conservative political commentator Matt Walsh, hilariously exposes the absurdity of American racial discourse with Borat-like tactics that haven't...

Chaz Honey Hennessy’s “The Reliquaries” was displayed next to many other of the artists’ work in Ayers Hall. Photo taken by Nadia Hill Oct. 10.

Open Studios showcase student work

Nadia Hill, Entertainment Editor
October 12, 2024

Both Studio Art and Interior Architecture students in the Bachelor of Fine Arts program displayed their work around both Ayers Hall and the Arts and Humanities Building for this semester's Open Studios...

A student battles to the end of a close match. The arcade emulator setup had four joysticks and thousands of games to choose from.

Retro PC gaming event welcomes Computer Animation and Game Development to new home

Sean Shanks, Features Reporter
October 12, 2024

The College of Communication and Education held an entertaining retro pc gaming event Thursday to welcome another program to their ranks. The dramatic, percussion-driven synth music of the Unreal Tournament...

Family Worship Center on stage at Duffy’s Tavern. Nine members of the band gathered to perform to a small crowd from 9-10:30 p.m. The bar was located to the left of the stage with two bartenders working. The back bar was closed off for the night. Photo taken by Sophia MacKinnon on Oct. 6.

Family Worship Center performs at Duffy’s Tavern

Sophia MacKinnon, Food Reporter
October 11, 2024

The Family Worship Center performed inside Duffy’s Tavern on Oct. 6. The event lasted from 7-10:30 p.m. Attendees could grab some drinks from the bar while enjoying the live music. Their setlist...