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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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 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...

Lemon Shark has almost a dozen sauce options and Adia Munoz is more than happy to offer her favorite recommendations. Photo credit: Olyvia Simpson

LemonShark Poké: The new kid on Main Street

Ulises Duenas // September 28, 2018

Anyone approaching LemonShark Poké might have the initial thought, "this place looks pretty cool, must be new." As viewers get closer they'll see a logo with a shark's head popping up, similar to the...

'La Comida' restaurant located in Mangrove Plaza. Photo credit: Alejandra Fraga

Local family-owned restaurant, ‘La Comida’ celebrates 50 year anniversary

Alejandra Fraga // April 23, 2018

The La Comida restaurant celebrated its' 50-year anniversary from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. out in the Mangrove Plaza parking lot Saturday. The restaurant, which serves Mexican food, is located in the Mangrove...

This Jamaican restaurant is located next to the orchards along Dayton Highway. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Chico’s Sipho’s offers Jamaican flavor on a budget

Natalie Hanson // February 20, 2018

When looking for a unique, authentic meal in Chico, one may not think “cheap” first. Surprisingly, there are some real treats hidden in plain sight here in town, once you’re tired of having burgers...

Ayman Arara and Yazeed Alsubaie, senior international relations majors Photo credit: Claire Martinez

Valentine’s Day guide for the broke college student

Claire Martinez // February 13, 2015
Holidays can be another reminder to college students about how broke they are. Chico State students voice their ideas on affordable places they would want to go on Valentine's Day.
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