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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

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Chico’s couch ordinance is for the best

Alex Horne
May 19, 2016
Even though couches on porches are no longer allowed, college life will live on.
Wanted: Chico college couches

Wanted: Chico college couches

December 8, 2015
The unsigned Orion editorial is a collaborative effort of the entire editorial board.
Map of furniture-related fires in Chico. Photo courtesy of Chico Fire Department.

New ordinance to reduce couch fires

December 7, 2015
Chico City Council passed a new city ordinance proposed by the Chico Fire Department that could reduce the amount of couch and furniture-related fires.
The view of Butte Creek Canyon as seen from Lookout Point on Skyway is muddied with smoke from local fires on Monday, Sept. 14. Photo credit: Alicia Brogden

Fire prevention in wake of destructive fires

Austin Herbaugh
September 29, 2015
The threat of wildfires is here, but that risk can be reduced by being prepared and aware.