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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

All content by Robert Engels
Cattle from Chico State's University Farm on Nov. 17. Photo credit: John Domogma

Students make a home on the range

Robert Engels
November 19, 2014
More than 50 student employees work at the University Farm, 10 of which live at the farm year-round. The farm relies on student workers to make sure each farming unit runs smoothly.
Cows on the University Farm wander happily on the fields. Photo credit: Chelsea Jeffers

University Farm flourishes in drought

Robert Engels
September 24, 2014
The University Farm is continuing to thrive even during California's historically dry conditions. The farm has expanded its nut and vine seed production and increased sales in its meat and produce.
A burned couch in Chico on 7th and Ivy streets Sept. 13. Photo credit: John Domogma

Chico Fire douses couch burning string

Robert Engels
September 15, 2014
The Chico Fire Department is implementing new ways to combat Chico's couch burning problem. A person neglecting a fire that causes great injury can be punished with imprisonment of up to nine years.