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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Still image from the Broadway play, "Love Never Dies."

“Love Never Dies” is a poor addition to the otherwise celebrated broadway livestreams

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer // April 29, 2020

The arts have suffered greatly during the COVID-19 shutdown, but renowned impresario Andrew Lloyd Webber has found a way to bring state-of-the-art performances to the people. Webber is one of the most...

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Quibi breaks the Status Quo

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer // April 14, 2020

Liam Hemsworth stars as Dodge, a man who participates in a deadly game to in hopes of saving his wife.Courtesy of Ryan Donegan/Quibi Somewhere amongst the endless social media feeds, Netflix binge...

How to stay connected with friends amidst the pandemic

How to stay connected with friends amidst the pandemic

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer // April 2, 2020

Shelter-in-place has got us all down. With remote classes and the campus closure, it can feel hard to stay connected with one another in ways that still feel social and meaningful. Thankfully, we live...

Women biting a film reel

Movie Playlist: Leading Ladies You Will Love

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer // February 28, 2020

With Women’s History Month right around the corner, it’s a perfect time to grab some friends, make one of those fancy snacks from your Pinterest board and watch some of the best films featuring strong...

A performer dances on an audience member at a drag show

Maltese bar champions one of Chico’s most diverse drag shows

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer // February 19, 2020

Drag kings and queens from all over northern California gathered at the Maltese Bar, Saturday night for the venues monthly Drag Show. The show began at 10:30 p.m., but most of the crowd and a few of...

Portrait of Chris Thile

The man behind the mandolin: Chris Thile performs at Chico State

Kirstin Joyce, Staff Writer // February 19, 2020

Grammy award winning singer and famed mandolinist Chris Thile performed at Laxson Auditorium on Feb. 11. The auditorium lobby was crowded with people, most waiting in line at the pop-up bar to grab...

Members of the Women's Health Specialist

Drinks, dancing and demand for abortion access

Kirstin Joyce // January 28, 2020

Community members gathered at the Women’s Health Specialists clinic Friday night to commemorate the 47th anniversary of landmark Supreme Court Case, Roe v. Wade.  This is an annual benefit and is...

Afroman holds his cup as her performs

Afroman lights up Chico

Kirstin Joyce // January 28, 2020

Iconic rap artist Afroman was the headliner at Chico’s Tackle Box bar on Saturday. The sold-out show was already packed by 8 p.m., well before openers even took to the stage. The crowd was in good...

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