The Orion

Best Chico bars to watch the NCAA finals

Nick Martinez-Esquibel // April 1, 2015

The Orion breaks down the best downtown bars at which to eat, drink and cheer while watching the closing games of the NCAA Tournament.

Bars close early for Halloween night

Christine Lee // October 30, 2014

The Chico Police Department is asking bars to close early for Halloween in an effort to decrease the number of partygoers this weekend.

Sorority bands together to help sister

Stephanie Schmieding // October 15, 2014

Alpha Gamma Delta is raising money and spreading the word about a sister in need.

Bucket list of activities for students

Stephanie Schmieding // September 19, 2014

There's more to do in Chico than just drink, so The Orion compiled a map for possible adventures that students can complete before they graduate.

Madison Bear Garden graphic designers create unique culture

Nicole Santos // September 23, 2013

Colorful posters and flyers hang on the walls, lay on the tables and are spread on the counters of a small office far down Cohasset Road. Tucked away at their desks, eyes concentrated on their computer screens are 30- year-old graphic designer Dan Massari and 32-year-old graphic designer Mike Scholz — the masterminds behind the...