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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

49er's team logo. Photo credits by Hawk Eyes is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0

The 49ers select the next face of their franchise

Jacob Milligan, Reporter // May 8, 2021

The San Francisco 49ers have selected quarterback Trey Lance with the third pick of the 2021 NFL draft.  The 49ers acquired the third overall pick from the Miami Dolphins. In exchange for the...

Paradise High School remained untouched despite buildings around it being destroyed by flames. Photo credit: Lucero Del Rayo-Nava

Paradise High School on the road to Recovery

Lucero Del Rayo-Nava // February 10, 2019

The first week of November was a crucial time for Paradise High School athletics: the football team was ready to take on their first playoff game, both soccer teams and the wrestling team were on the verge...

Paradise High School athletes find solace in pro sports

Ricardo Tovar // November 28, 2018

People often question the validity of sports in our society; for Paradise athletes, sports was a way for them to escape the harsh reality of their situation. Many of these athletes have no place to play...

League stands against Kaepernick

Kenta Mcafee // October 16, 2016

The NFL had major movements this season, with Twitter now streaming live games and a new $100 million concussion initiative. Despite the success they've enjoyed, there's still one problem they have yet...

Peaceful Protests Bring More Criticism

Peaceful Protests Bring More Criticism

Nicte Hernandez // September 7, 2016

When we think of protests we immediately picture hundreds of people crossing a freeway, looting or the SWAT team pushing back on the protesters. Destruction is usually the word we associate with when...

Bay Area NFL teams get set for draft

Bay Area NFL teams get set for draft

Kevin Lucena // April 24, 2015
Assistant sports editor Kevin Lucena compares his predictions against expert ESPN draft analysts, Mel Kiper and Todd McShay.

Sports stars get off easy

Matt Murphy // April 22, 2014
Society gives passes based on popularity and visibility.
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