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The Orion

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Kirstin Joyce

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The economic stimulus package has failed students

The economic stimulus package has failed students

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer
May 10, 2020

Many college students across the United States expressed their displeasure with COVID-19 response legislation after it was revealed that the recent economic stimulus package bars many of them from receiving...

A still from the Parks and Recreation reunion special

Parks and Recreation reunion lifts spirits amongst quarantine

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer
May 6, 2020

The original cast of the hit series Parks and Recreation made a special comeback on April 30 to create the first new episode since its last season in 2015.  The 30 minute episode featured a unique...

Still image from the Broadway play, "Love Never Dies."

“Love Never Dies” is a poor addition to the otherwise celebrated broadway livestreams

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer
April 29, 2020

The arts have suffered greatly during the COVID-19 shutdown, but renowned impresario Andrew Lloyd Webber has found a way to bring state-of-the-art performances to the people. Webber is one of the most...

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Quibi breaks the Status Quo

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer
April 14, 2020

Liam Hemsworth stars as Dodge, a man who participates in a deadly game to in hopes of saving his wife.Courtesy of Ryan Donegan/Quibi Somewhere amongst the endless social media feeds, Netflix binge...

How to stay connected with friends amidst the pandemic

How to stay connected with friends amidst the pandemic

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer
April 2, 2020

Shelter-in-place has got us all down. With remote classes and the campus closure, it can feel hard to stay connected with one another in ways that still feel social and meaningful. Thankfully, we live...

Spring Break playlist

Spring Break playlist

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020

It’s been a long semester, and most of us are all too eager to take the week off for spring break. To help you get into a vacation-ready mood, listen to this playlist full of songs that are worthy of...

Women biting a film reel

Movie Playlist: Leading Ladies You Will Love

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer
February 28, 2020

With Women’s History Month right around the corner, it’s a perfect time to grab some friends, make one of those fancy snacks from your Pinterest board and watch some of the best films featuring strong...

A performer dances on an audience member at a drag show

Maltese bar champions one of Chico’s most diverse drag shows

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer
February 19, 2020

Drag kings and queens from all over northern California gathered at the Maltese Bar, Saturday night for the venues monthly Drag Show. The show began at 10:30 p.m., but most of the crowd and a few of...

Portrait of Chris Thile

The man behind the mandolin: Chris Thile performs at Chico State

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer
February 19, 2020

Grammy award winning singer and famed mandolinist Chris Thile performed at Laxson Auditorium on Feb. 11. The auditorium lobby was crowded with people, most waiting in line at the pop-up bar to grab...

Mayhem, music and moments in time

Kirstin Joyce
February 12, 2020

Photo By Dayanna Negrete Members of the Crucial Times Photography Collective gathered at 1078 Gallery in Chico last Friday to showcase their most recent works. The Crucial Times Photography Collective...

The large cube served not only as a prop, but was used by the acrobats as a balancing beam throughout the performance.

‘Blizzard’ hits Chico

Kirstin Joyce
February 5, 2020

World renowned Canadian circus group “Cirque Flip Fabrique” performed their new show “Blizzard” at Laxson Auditorium, Thursday night.  Through its original musical score, zany characters and...

Bassist Jonathan Stonyaoff is the leader of the band. He would be the first to announce the next song title.

Jazz trio livens up popular Chico coffee shop

Kirstin Joyce
February 5, 2020

Local legend Jonathan Stoyanoff and his jazz trio performed two live shows at Tender Loving Coffee, Saturday night.  It was apparent that most of the crowd were cafe regulars as many didn’t need...

Members of the Women's Health Specialist

Drinks, dancing and demand for abortion access

Kirstin Joyce
January 29, 2020

Community members gathered at the Women’s Health Specialists clinic Friday night to commemorate the 47th anniversary of landmark Supreme Court Case, Roe v. Wade.  This is an annual benefit and is...

Afroman holds his cup as her performs

Afroman lights up Chico

Kirstin Joyce
January 28, 2020

Iconic rap artist Afroman was the headliner at Chico’s Tackle Box bar on Saturday. The sold-out show was already packed by 8 p.m., well before openers even took to the stage. The crowd was in good...