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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Bidwell Mansion under restoration on Nov. 13. They started the project in Spring 2024 and are slated to finish Spring 2025. Photo taken by Jenna McMahon.

Bidwell Mansion plans to reopen spring 2025

Lukas Mann, Reporter
November 14, 2024

Roofing installations and repairs to all the exterior wood components are mainly moving according to plan with the Bidwell Mansion Restoration Project.  The Bidwell Mansion is closed to the public...

Orion News graphic created by Jessica Miller on Aug. 30

Orion news weekly highlights: Oct. 5 to 11

Jessica Miller, News Editor
October 11, 2024

From upcoming propositions to U.S. Senate candidates to arson, here are this week’s –- Oct. 5 to 11 –- news stories: Chico City Plaza closed and fenced off for restoration and maintenance The City...

Thomas Covington has lived in Chico intermittently throughout his life, and is currently homeless due to disability. Taken by Lexi Lynn on Sept. 20.

Stories from the streets: Thomas Covington

Lexi Lynn, Reporter
September 26, 2024

Between captaining a fishing boat in Alaska, bartending in Vegas and sleeping on the beaches of Hawaii, Thomas Covington has lived nothing short of a colorful life.  This is Covington’s story as...

Upper Crust Bakery and Cafe patio and entryway. Taken by Jessica Miller on Feb. 19.

So, you have an hour? Let’s eat!

Jessica Miller, Food Editor
March 9, 2024

Though for some it may be a rarity, occasionally students find themselves with an hour between classes to grab a meal. Here are a few options to think about for your next long lunch break: In walking...

 Downtown restaurants are happy to help college students with inexpensive and tasty options. Taken at Madison Bear Garden by Alina Babajko on Feb. 29.

Student deals and cheap meals

Alina Babajko, Reporter
March 7, 2024

Celestino’s Pizza  Celestino's is located on East Avenue and First Street across from the Ayres building. Their student special offers a slice of cheese, mushroom or pepperoni and a medium fountain...