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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

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Brykelle Lang, Reporter

Brykelle Lang is a transfer student from Butte College. She is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in agricultural science communication and leadership. Brykelle is a reporter for The Orion, and is looking forward to graduating in Spring 2023.

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Valley’s Edge: What’s the plan?

Brykelle Lang, Reporter
May 18, 2023

Chico’s population increased by more than 32% since 2000, but the best way to accommodate the housing needs of people who contribute to the success of the community is a subject of debate. Developing...

Gold Nugget Days Flyer, Path to Gold. April 27-30, 2023

Celebrating a nugget of history: Gold Nugget Days

Brykelle Lang, Reporter
April 29, 2023

In April 1859, miners found a massive 54-pound gold nugget in the Feather River near Magalia. At the time, it was the largest gold nugget to have been found in California. The discovery sparked a massive...

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Holt Station closes following back-to-back thefts

Brykelle Lang, Reporter
April 6, 2023

Three thefts in two days, with suspects using the same tactics to steal product is prompting the closure of Holt Station to preserve student employee safety.  Holt Station only requires one person...

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AS General Election Results

Brykelle Lang, Reporter
April 6, 2023

The Associated Students released the 2023 election results on Wednesday. Voting for elections lasted from 8 a.m. on Tuesday to 8 a.m. on Wednesday. A total of 2,177 students participated, accounting...

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AS Elections: Katie Chai runs for commissioner of legislative affairs  

Brykelle Lang, Reporter
March 26, 2023

Katie Chai, a political science legal studies major in her third year of college, is running for commissioner of legislative affairs in the 2023 Associated Students general election. Chai fell in love...

Who should fill the presidential seat at Chico State?

Who should fill the presidential seat at Chico State?

Brykelle Lang, Reporter
February 5, 2023

The public has high hopes for a well-rounded future president. Many people spoke from the heart while providing the committee with their input on what qualities the future president should possess at...