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  • The Butte Humane Society is organizing the Woofstock Festival Saturday. The event will raise money to support the animals at the humane society. Courtesy: Butte Humane Society.

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    Woofstock Music Festival wags its way back to Chico

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    Border Patrol unexpectedly absent from Chico State career fair

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    Chico State to combine journalism, MADT, CAGD programs under one school

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    Lunar Market’s growth in the Chico community

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Calendar of daily events for week of Feb. 20

Calendar of daily events for week of Feb. 20

Audree Hernandez // February 19, 2019

Wed EventsEvening of WonderEnjoy a night full of magic and mind-reading by performers Dean Waters and Stephen Collet.When: 7 p.m.-9 p.m.Where: Unwined Kitchen & BarPrice: $15Business Career FairFind...

Calendar for week of Feb. 13

Audree Hernandez // February 17, 2019

Wed EventsMonthly Blood DriveJoin Staff Council and BloodSource in the BMU Auditorium and donate blood for a good cause! Though requirements do apply; bring photo id, weigh at least 110 pounds, have a...

Ending the first act with a bang Photo credit: Mathew Boe

Chico artists successfully revamp Madonna smash hits

Rayanne Painter // January 30, 2019

The sass of Madonna and the raw talent of Uncle Dad’s Art Collective joined forces for a fiery opening night. Filled with all of Madonna’s classic hits from “Material Girl” to “Like...

Carlos Pioroda and Kendrick Short experiencing VR gaming Night in the basement of the BMU. Photo credit: Daelin Wofford

ASP gives students a glimpse into the future

Ulises Duenas // December 10, 2018

Experiencing virtual reality (VR) for the first time is a special moment. Whether someone is skeptical or excited going in is up to them, but the initial reaction is usually the same. Even though they're...

Patricia Quinn (Magenta) lips grace the screen at the beginning of the movie during the Rocky Horror Picture Show viewing at the Maltese on Halloween. Photo credit: Dominique Wood

The Maltese gets wild for ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’

Grant Schmieding // November 2, 2018

The cash register clanged as people crowded the bar, bought drinks and cheered for the start of the show. The small bar was so packed that it looked like a fire hazard. With only a few booths and two rows...

Renovations to the park would not have been possible without the efforts of Scott Bailey. My children were my inspiration. Photo credit: Tisha Cheney

Ribbon cutting opens doors to improved skate park in Chico

Tisha Cheney // April 2, 2018

Community members joined together to celebrate the grand opening of the renovated skate park Monday morning.After two years of relentless efforts by local community members, the new park has been expanded,...

Families come together to enjoy a beautiful day in the park.

CARD hosts annual spring celebration with kites

Tisha Cheney // March 26, 2018

Kites were soaring high today at Chico's annual Kite Day Sunday. Families and friends gathered around 1 p.m. to celebrate the coming of spring with music, food, and of course kites at 20th Street Community...

Women of Wisdom event to celebrate Native American culture

“Women of Wisdom” event to celebrate Native American culture

Tisha Cheney // March 4, 2018

Three Native American speakers will come to Chico State for an event focusing on local tribes and women's stories Tuesday.According to a release, this event spotlights Betty Jo Smith of the Wintu Klamath...

Students in one team prepare to test their blood samples for a DNA experiment. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Girls get chance to learn about science on campus

Alejandra Fraga and Natalie Hanson // February 4, 2018

Chico State hosted a STEM Girl Mayhem for middle school age girls Saturday. The event took place in three buildings on campus starting in Colusa Hall from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. It offered activities...

Undie Run is hosted as a fundraiser for local awareness. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Fraternity hosts Undie Run fundraiser

Natalie Hanson // October 31, 2017

Fraternity Delta Sigma Pi will host an Undie Run fundraiser on Friday.The event is a Fun Run to benefit students in need, locals, homeless, and those affected by recent wildfires. Clothing donations will...

Local band, Velvet Starlings, at Taste of Chico downtown Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Community enjoys a taste of Chico

Natalie Hanson // September 25, 2017

Crowds filled downtown Chico on Sunday afternoon, for the 32nd celebration of Taste of Chico.Every year, Taste of Chico spotlights local and north-state area businesses. Restaurants, apparel and boutiques,...

Booths and food stands outside the new Arts and Humanities building.

Chico World Music Festival returns to campus

Natalie Hanson // September 11, 2017

The 24th annual Chico World Music Festival took place on campus, Saturday. Every year, the festival brings together a variety of musical acts to showcase sounds and styles from all over the world to...

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