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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Honey Run Bridge is often rented out for wedding ceremonies Photo credit: Courtney Chapman

Honey Run Covered Bridge: Historic Hangout Spot

Courtney Chapman
May 15, 2018

Chico seems to be quite the hub for historic points of interest with over 27 listings on the National Registry of Historic Places. The NRHP is responsible for listing historic and prehistoric places in...

Chico State basketball guard and forward Corey Silverstrom plans to continue his basketball career in either Spain or Germany following his time with the Armenian national team. Photo credit: Kate Angeles

From Chico to Eurasia: Silverstrom continuing basketball career with Armenian national team

Courtney Chapman and Kate Angeles
May 8, 2018

This man has represented Chico State as number 33 on the court for the past four years, received multiple California Collegiate Athletic Association awards and is now on the road to a professional basketball...

With Curry back, Golden State Warriors ready to attack in 2018 playoffs

Courtney Chapman
May 3, 2018

After a sprained left knee left Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry out for nearly six weeks, Curry returned to action Tuesday. His return was just in time for game two of the second round...

Studs and duds of round one in the NBA playoffs

Courtney Chapman
May 1, 2018

There is no I in team, but there are two in winning. The 2018 NBA playoffs have certainly shown fans that the teams have players with pure talent as well as some who have been struggling with under-performing...

Top 5 moments in the first week of NBA playoffs 2018

Courtney Chapman
April 24, 2018

After the excitement of March Madness, NBA fans are ready for playoffs and finals on the professional level.To understand the playoffs is to understand how the brackets and games are set up.The NBA Playoffs...

2018 NFL draft preview: Top 10 prospects entering this year’s draft

Courtney Chapman
April 19, 2018

The NFL draft is a time where many young men's dreams come true. They are finally given an opportunity to play in the highest level of football in the world after years of dedication and hard work.Top...

Swimmers taking a dip while a couple hikes down to the water. Photo credit: Courtney Chapman

Bear Hole: Formerly a hidden gem, now a Chico favorite

Courtney Chapman
April 17, 2018

You hear rushing water but all you see are fields around you. There are some strange jagged rock formations and as you approach them, you see a large drop leading down to the rushing river below.This is...

Chico State lays out their alcohol policy very clearly to all of its athletes when the athlete first arrives at Chico State. Photo credit: Diego Ramirez

Chico State athletics and alcohol don’t mix

As we move on from cold and rain to nicer weather, there will be no shortages of partying Chico State students. This narrative of a typical weekend is different for student-athletes who are bound by a...

1-16 upset tops March Madness upsets as Villanova takes home National Championship

Courtney Chapman
April 5, 2018

The 2018 March Madness certainly lived up to its name. The tournament was full of upset wins, many surprises and history being made. Last time you checked in, March Madness was moving into the Elite Eight...

Adventure Outings on their Intro to Whitewater Rafting trip. Photo Courtesy: Keith Crawford

Getting involved with the great outdoors through Chico State’s Adventure Outings

Courtney Chapman
April 3, 2018

If you're like me and like trying new things but hate being that person that doesn't know what they're doing, then Adventure Outings is for you! Chico State offers this unique outdoor recreation program...

The view of the a river flowing along the scenic hike to Feather Falls Photo credit: Courtney Chapman

Outdoors column: The fantastic Feather Falls

Courtney Chapman
April 1, 2018

The sun beats down on your back and face, creating a warm sensation while you hear the faint crash of the waterfall you are approaching. As you come around the corner, an immense 400-foot high waterfall...

March has brought the madness once again

Courtney Chapman
March 22, 2018

Everyone knows that with every passing March, the most prestigious tournament in college basketball happens: March Madness. March Madness is a series of games against different seeds of Division I college...

Monkey Face in Upper Bidwell Park is an unusual rock formation that has a trail leading to the top that many people hike. Photo credit: Ruby Larson

Monkey Face makes great spring break hike

Courtney Chapman
March 20, 2018

Staying in Chico over spring break and wanting to get out, explore and adventure? Thankfully Chico has a multitude of hiking trails throughout Upper and Lower Bidwell Park just waiting for visitors. Whether...

Chico State Wildcats assistant coaches Mark Darnall and Thomas Ammon coaching the Wildcats basketball team in Acker Gym. Photo Courtesy: Chico State Sports Information Desk.

Chico State basketball admired for coaching prestige

Courtney Chapman
March 15, 2018

Despite losing two coaches from the 2016-2017 season, Chico State Men's Basketball Head Coach Greg Clink is excited to gain two new coaches that he hopes will help build a bright future for the team."It...

Jalen McFerren, Chico State basketball player, poses in the Warrior I stance. The Warrior I stance strengthens feet, hamstrings, quadriceps, gluteus and builds core power. Photo credit: Carly Maxstone

Yoga proving to be the newest hit for Chico State athletics

Courtney Chapman
March 14, 2018

“When I was a freshman, I remember thinking, ‘What the heck am I doing?’ I didn’t understand why we were doing yoga,” said Corey Silverstrom, one of Chico State men's basketball...

Junior forward, Marvin Timothy throws down a dunk for the Wildcats. Photo credit: Kate Angeles

A look into the next generation of Wildcat basketball leaders

Courtney Chapman
March 4, 2018

“The seniors are huge leaders on the team right now. They definitely built our foundation and are leaving a legacy with us. I think that’s huge and when they leave, we will continue to carry...

Sophomore Justin Briggs avoids defense and finds an open shot in a Chico's playoff matchup against Cal State San Bernardino. Photo credit: Kate Angeles

Chico State men and women fall to Tritons in CCAA semifinals

Courtney Chapman and Justin Couchot
March 3, 2018

In a must win matchup for Chico State basketball where all 100 percent was needed from all its players, it was the UC San Diego Tritons who stood strong, defeating the Wildcat men 66-49, and 67-48 for...

Whitney Branham, McKena Barker, Jo Paine and Shay Stark huddle up in a matchup against UC San Diego Photo credit: Kate Angeles

With sweep of Seawolves, both men and women bring playoff basketball to Acker Gym in Chico

Courtney Chapman
February 24, 2018

The Sonoma State Seawolves were no match for our Wildcats this weekend with losses of 75-68 against the women and 65-62 against the men. Seniors Whitney Branham and Kayla Taylor were putting work in on...

Whitney Branham and coach Brian Fogel Photo credit: Jason Haley

Women win as Branham breaks 3-point record while men struggle in San Francisco

Courtney Chapman
February 23, 2018

The Chico State women dominated the San Fransisco State Gators in an exciting game resulting in a win of 63-49. The men fought hard but ultimately lost 38-67 against the Gators.Whitney Branham and Kayla...

Senior basketball players Kayla Taylor (left), Whitney Branham (middle) and Haley Cremen (right) sat down to talk to The Orion about their senior season. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Wildcat of the Week – Senior Basketball Edition

Courtney Chapman
February 21, 2018

On a special edition of Wildcat of the Week, Chico State basketball seniors Kayla Taylor, Jalen McFerren, Haley Cremen, Corey Silverstrom, Whitney Branham and Isaiah Ellis and Jo Paine reminisced about...

Justin Briggs (25) slams home a dunk in Satuday's matchup against Cal State San Marcos. Photo credit: Kailah Cabiles

Wildcat men win on memorable Senior Night at Acker Gym

Courtney Chapman
February 18, 2018

The Wildcats were victorious 71-63 against the Cal State San Marcos Cougars at home Saturday night for Senior Night. Corey Silverstrom, Jalen McFerren, and Isaiah Ellis all played their final home game...

Senior Haley Cremen, left, poses with her mother, Penni Cremen. Cremen was one of four seniors  honored during Saturday's Senior Night. Photo credit: Martin Chang

Women’s basketball brings home the win as seniors lead by example

Courtney Chapman
February 18, 2018

The Wildcats showed up ready to defend Aker one last time this year and did just that defeating Cal State San Marcos 74-56 in an explosive game Saturday night during Senior Night for the Wildcats. There...

Amir Carraway dunking. Photo credit: Amir Carraway

Amir Carraway yet another Wildcat playing worldwide

Courtney Chapman
February 14, 2018

Chico State basketball has produced talent who now play in many professional leagues, with Amir Carraway being just another example of the talent coach Greg Clink and the rest of the Chico State basketball...

Haley Gilham shows her pitching form in a studio shot for The Orion. Photo credit: Franky Renteria

Wildcats defeat San Bernardino as Gilham makes history

Courtney Chapman
February 10, 2018

The Wildcats softball team swept Cal State San Bernardino in a double header Friday, defeating the Coyotes 4-0 in the first game and rallying for a 4-3 win in the second game.Wildcats starting pitcher...

Wildcats' Corey Silverstrom matches up against a Cal State East Bay defender. Photo credit: Courtney Chapman

Wildcats men continue hot streak, women snap losing streak against East Bay

Courtney Chapman
February 4, 2018

The Wildcats came to play against Cal State East Bay Saturday night winning the women's game 70-64 and the men following suite with a 70-59 victory . The women's team came out on top against Cal State...

Wildcat, Isaiah Ellis, is named CCAA Player of the Week after a strong start to the season. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Isaiah Ellis scores CCAA Player of the Week

Courtney Chapman
January 31, 2018

Chico State forward Isaiah Ellis added yet another accomplishment to his Wildcat career after winning the California Collegiate Athletic Association Player of the Week Award for Jan. 22-28. The Antelope...

Wildcat's guard Corey Silverstrom Photo credit: Courtney Chapman

Wildcat of the week – Corey Silverstrom

Courtney Chapman
January 23, 2018

Corey Silverstrom is a senior guard on Chico State's mens basketball team. Going into his final season with the Wildcats, Silverstrom has been explosive on the court on the offensive and defensive sides...