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THE ROADRUNNER

THE ROADRUNNER

Butte College's Editorially Independent Student Voice

THE ROADRUNNER

A newspaper by students, for students.
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“Boys will be Boys”

A brief look into Elon Musk's actions within the government
Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor April 11, 2025
A brief look into Elon Musk's actions within the government
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Crowd of protestors in Children's park in Chico, April 5, taken by Justin Stock

Huge turnout at Chico’s Hands-Off protest

Justin Stock, Editor-in-Chief April 8, 2025

What were people protesting? On Saturday, April 5, in downtown Chico, swaths of residents came out in unison to showcase their fear, concerns, and anger against the newly elected Trump Administration...

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City of Oroville becomes Non-Sanctuary City

In 7-0 vote this week, the city of Oroville becomes a non-sanctuary city
Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor March 19, 2025
In 7-0 vote this week, the city of Oroville becomes a non-sanctuary city
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Roomies

A poem about having a roommate you hate, relatable for college students?
Justin Stock, Editor-in-Chief March 2, 2025
A poem about having a roommate you hate, relatable for college students?
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Courtesy of Jacksaline Perez

Odette

Rey Quigley, Guest Contributor February 23, 2025
Detailed and Beautifully written Short Story of forbidden romance.
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Photo by Andrew Neel on Unsplash

“Mistimed Romance”

Here's a short creative writing piece that I've unearthed from the depths.
Juan R. Valencia, Editor-in-Chief February 22, 2025
Does this remind you of anyone?
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Early 90s in Compton, CA.  Little Karina is smiling big for the camera and is seen wearing a black tee shirt with cuffed blue jeans while standing outside of her childhood home. To her right is her garden. In the background are her now-deceased father, two uncles, and her small cousin.

Karina’s Secret Garden

Inspired be a favorite childhood book, "The Secret Garden," the writer contemplates the difference between a neighborhood and a home.
Karina Itzcoatl, Guest Contributor February 15, 2025

Karina lived here once, a place that helped shape her understanding of the world. She has never forgotten it, no matter how much it has changed through the decades. The interior of her childhood home was...

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Bidwell Mansion, located at 525 Esplanade in Chico, California, was the home of General John Bidwell and Annie Bidwell. The three-story brick structure is built in an informally romantic version of the Italianate style. Now a museum and State Historic Park, it is California Historical Landmark #329 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Bidwell Mansion destroyed by fire early Wednesday morning

While the cause is still unknown, the community mourns the loss of the historic building.
Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor December 11, 2024

A fire broke out on Wednesday morning around 3:30 am at the Bidwell National Park in Chico, CA. The Bidwell Mansion, which sits in the park and is designated a historic landmark, was engulfed in flames...

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Hot and sour mixed soup.

Cocodine Thai Cuisine Review

The authentic dishes present tastes I remember from my travels to Thailand.
Sukh Joth Kaur, Staff Writer December 9, 2024

Cocodine Thai Cuisine is a real gem for anyone in Chico craving authentic, flavorful, and delicious Thai cuisine. The moment you enter the restaurant, you are welcomed by a warm and inviting environment....

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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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Oroville Christmas Tree Lighting

Come to Downtown Oroville, December 6, 2024 for a tree lighting and pictures with Santa.
Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor December 4, 2024

It’s starting to look a lot like Christmas, at least even more so on December 6, 2024. Come to Downtown Oroville at 1200 Myers Street, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., for a spectacular event that is fun...

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Geminid meteor shower over an old church

December Skies

Look towards the stars for a holiday show and the Christmas Star.
Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor December 3, 2024

As we enter the month of December, most are thinking about the coming holiday season-- buying gifts, taking trips to see family and friends, and just getting through the rest of the semester. Well,...

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