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Butte College's Editorially Independent Student Voice

THE ROADRUNNER

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Sign prohibiting junk food; Via Pixabay

Mood Munchies

I performed a little study about the dangers of processed and fast food. Interested? Give this article a read.
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist December 21, 2024

It goes without saying that processed foods negatively affect the body and mind. However, I did not understand how an unhealthy diet can sabotage mood levels. After intense research I discovered that the...

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Student working on laptop; via Unsplash

Should College Students Reduce Screen Time?

Screen addiction causes unproductivity, sleep loss, and poor health, all obstacles to college success.
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist December 20, 2024

It goes without saying that screen usage is one of the most important issues facing college students today. Screen time affects sleep, soft skills, and mental and physical health. College students need...

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Rainbow waterfall; Phantom Falls Oroville; 2 April 2024

5 Easy Hiking Trails in Butte County

Looking for some fun outdoors during this winter break? Give these hiking spots a shot.
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist December 20, 2024

Hiking is a beneficial exercise for both physical and mental health, allowing the outdoor nature to impact your well-being as well as the necessities your body needs to keep moving. Winter break can...

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Creative cup of coffee; Via Unsplash

Spilling the Coffee Beans on Butte’s Wired Cafe

Convenience, affordability and great service can't overcome bland taste.
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist December 19, 2024

Slumped, half-awake, college students struggling to make it through a whole day of lectures and keyboard tapping would find comfort at the bottom of a nice cup of coffee. However, this is not the case...

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The Financial Struggle

Learning to budget is basic to surviving college and the transition into adult responsiblities.
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist December 19, 2024

We all know the common expression “starving college student,” and this essay covers its exact origin. Many college students suffer from unprepared spending sprees and unnecessary expenses. This results...

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Trivia Night poster; via The Barn at Meriam Park

Trivia Night at Meriam Park

Butte college students can participate in a free event after the stress of finals week.
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist December 18, 2024

Friday, December 27th, 2024 Meriam Park is hosting a trivia night. This is located at Meriam Park's very own Barn from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This advent is hosted by Trivia Out Loud, welcoming all ages...

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Ice skating rink at night; Downtown Chico Plaza; 26 November 2024

Chico’s Ice-Skating Rink is Open for a Short Time Only

Looking for something fun to do this winter break? Try a quick skate date
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist December 18, 2024

Ice skating in Chico? Where, when, how much!? Well, I have the answers for you. Located in Downtown Chico Plaza, the Chico area Recreation and Park District have created an icy display of fun....

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Gift Basket; 25 November 2024; Via Etsy

Guide to the Perfect Holiday Basket

Looking for some warm, yummy treats your loved ones will enjoy this coming holiday? Give these 5 recipes a try!
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist December 4, 2024

HOT CHOCOLATE COOKIES- Here's a holiday classic with a little twist. The ingredients needed are butter, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, all-purpose flour, hot cocoa mix, baking soda, baking powder,...

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Photo courtesy by Essence Flores; 28 October 2024

Meet Essence Flores

Butte’s women’s soccer team is supportive and friendly.
Ashley Peterson and Women's Sports Writer October 29, 2024

I had a wonderful time meeting with one of Butte’s strong women athletes. Essence Flores, a freshman on Butte’s women’s soccer team, gave me the opportunity to interview her.    Flores...

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Photo courtesy by Ashley Wellman; 28 October 2024

Meet Ashley Wellman

Butte’s women’s soccer player brings years of experience to our team.
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist October 29, 2024

I had the pleasure of meeting Butte’s very own Ashley Wellman. Wellman is a starting player on Butte’s women’s soccer team. You can see Wellman mainly playing position nine which is a forward spot....

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Welcoming seating area decorated with lively plants and dim lights; Savor Ice Cream Shop; Meriam Park Chico; September 16, 2024

Savor Ice Cream Shop is my Savior!

A cute and inclusive ice cream shop in Meriam Park offers dairy and vegan options. Enjoy!
Ashley Peterson and Gracie Trotti October 16, 2024

Savor is a local ice cream shop that provides organic, dairy-free, gluten-free, and made-from-scratch ice cream. They first opened in October 2022, intending to give the Chico community “a more inclusive...

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Koya Poter poses for a bio pic ; September 26, 2024; outside girls locker room; Butte College

Meet Koya!

Here's a personal interview with Butte's Women's Volleyball player Koya Ahri Poter
Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist October 9, 2024

I had the pleasure of meeting Butte’s very own Koya Poter, a sophomore here at Butte. She is a core member of Butte’s Women's Volleyball.  Her position on the team is left-side hitter. Porter believes...

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