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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Hundreds of volunteers line up to claim their free burger courtesy of Madison Bear Garden. Photo credit: Dan Christian

Getting trashed on a Saturday morning

Dan Christian // September 17, 2018

Bidwell Park is looking better than ever thanks to a record number of community members who gathered at the One Mile Pool, donating their Saturday morning to cleaning up the park. Organizers estimated...

Getting ready for the 5k fun run, Saturday at Bidwell Bark, at One-Mile Park Photo credit: Josh Cozine

Sixth annual Bidwell Bark brings community together

Josh Cozine // May 5, 2018

Dogs howled at the siren that commenced the 5K fun run Saturday before taking off at One-Mile in Bidwell Park. The sixth annual Bidwell Bark was held Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It was organized...

A couple walk along the swimming area at Bidwell Park One Mile, April 20. Photo credit: Rachael Bayuk

One Mile: A fun day trip in the sun near downtown Chico

Katalina Santamaria and Rachael Bayuk // April 24, 2018

Located in the heart of Chico in historic Lower Bidwell Park, roughly five minutes from Downtown Chico and Chico State, it is a local favorite.Unlike hikes that may be snowed over or muddy during certain...

An assault occurred Tuesday at One Mile in Bidwell Park. Both suspects were arrested. Photo courtesy of George Johnston's Instagram.

Suspects arrested after assaulting bicyclist in One Mile

Michelle Zhu // April 6, 2016
An example of why lone travelers should be cautious, especially at night.
Bidwell Park is is looking for some volunteers Photo courtesy of George Johnston's Facebook

The Bidwell ‘Perks’ of volunteering

Amelia Storm // March 23, 2016
Bidwell Park seeks both regular and drop-in volunteers
Chico Velo Club board members pose before cutting the ribbon for the "Decide and Ride" sculpture at One Mile Park. Photo credit: Michael Arias

Cycling club celebrates artwork at Bidwell Park

Michael Arias // February 27, 2016
The Chico Velo Cycling Club presented their new sculpture, "Decide and Ride," in honor of Ed McLaughlin and the sport of cycling.
Thomas Costa prepares for the launch off the big ramp during Soul id's Wake Fest at Sycamore Pool on Sept. 11. Photo credit: John Domogma

Chico State athletes wow at Wake Fest

Sabrina Grislis // September 22, 2015
The Sycamore Pool at One Mile Recreation Center was transformed from its normally calm state into a full-blown wakeboard competition on Friday, Sept. 11.
Illustration by Kayce Tynan Photo credit: Kayce Tynan

One Mile named Chico’s best outdoor recreational spot

Jovanna Garcia // September 9, 2015
Take a breather and explore all that One Mile in Lower Bidwell Park has to offer.
Chico State students enjoy free Bear burgers on their Labor Day weekend at One Mile. Photo credit: Kindra Robinson

Associated Students host successful Labor Day alternative

Kindra Robinson // September 8, 2015
Free food and games provide an alternative option for Wildcats to spend their Labor Day weekend.
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