The restaurant industry seems to be harder to work in at the moment. Our current economic status in the country is leading to growing pressure on the industry itself. Operational costs are up, with...

There tends to be a lot of misunderstanding and misinformation regarding the Hmong community. Many are ignorant to the extent of the sacrifices made by the Hmong people during the Vietnam War. “The...

Growing up, for most of my childhood, my father worked to earn money for our family, while my mother stayed home to take care of me and my little sister. However, around the time my sister and I were ten...

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and as the month comes to a close, it's a timely reminder of the importance of continuing the conversation about bullying and its lasting impact. Bullying...

The annual Walk, Woof, Wag event drew crowds of enthusiastic dogs and dog lovers to Sycamore Field in Bidwell Park on Saturday, Oct. 11. The community fundraiser, organized to support the Chico Animal...

Downtown Chico is hosting its yearly Art & Wine walk this Friday, October 10. The event will be filled with booths and gallery receptions showcasing local artists exhibiting their art and products....

  I, like many young people in the United States, own an iPhone. I also use Instagram. It’s a good way to stay up to date on what my friends are doing, see what the celebrities I like are wearing...

Despite its deep-rooted protection under the First Amendment since December 15 1791, freedom of speech is facing heavy threats, as of today. Music has always been an influential style of free speech. As...

A local business simply known as The Bookstore, located in the heart of downtown Chico, offers an authentic vibe that makes you want to absorb and read every book inside. With around 50 years of history,...

Have you ever felt the urge to be a part of something? Have you ever wanted to meet new people, participate in school events, and form friendships with others who share mutual pursuits? On Sept. 10,...

Local musician Lydia Cooley urges Chico citizens to get out and experience the growing community of live, in person, folk and bluegrass music.  Lydia Cooley, lead singer of the band “Flume Street...