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THE ROADRUNNER

Butte College's Editorially Independent Student Voice

THE ROADRUNNER

Butte College's Editorially Independent Student Voice

THE ROADRUNNER

A newspaper by students, for students.
Butte College vs. Laney football game at Cowen Stadium, September, 14, 2024

Roadrunner crew crushes Laney in Butte’s first home football game of the season 

Butte’s first home game goes perfectly, with Robby Snelling’s team demonstrating highly competitive football and defeating Laney 30-14.
Nathan Azevedo Espindula and Garrett Breedon September 19, 2024

On September 14, Butte College played their first home football game of the season against Laney. This matchup, played at a filled-up Cowan Stadium, was the perfect opportunity for the Roadrunners to...

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Bedrock Park closed sign and fenced in to block public access

Bedrock Park closed for repairs until fall

Andrew Vojta, Editor-in-Chief August 22, 2024

Bedrock Park in Oroville has been temporarily closed for maintenance and repairs, a chain link fence has been wrapped around the park blocking the public from accessing the park. A fire that happened...

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Smoke plume of the Park Fire in Butte County as seen from the Five-Mile Recreation Area on the afternoon of July 25, 2024

UPDATE: Park Fire

49% Contained
Andrew Vojta, Editor-in-Chief August 16, 2024

Park fire is now 49% contained with over 429,263 acres burned spanning four counties Butte, Tehama, Shasta, and Plumas. The Park fire started July 24, 2024, near Alligator Hole in Upper Bidwell Park near...

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Butte County Fair 2024

Andrew Vojta, Editor-in-Chief August 15, 2024

Step right up for a fair-tasting time with fun and games at the Butte County Fair and Sportsman Expo, August 22-25, 2024, at the Butte County Fairgrounds 199 E Hazel St. Gridley, CA. This year the Butte...

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BUFF 2024 Updates

BUFF 2024 Updates

The Butte Film Festival is coming! With new dates and a new venue, the event plans to become Northern California's top student film festival.
Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief August 12, 2024

The 2024 Butte Film Festival is approaching, and with that, we announce multiple changes in the festival’s programming that have been made.  As per multiple reports here on The Roadrunner, the event...

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Join the Chico Aguilas FC Soccer Camp and Train with a Pro

Join the Chico Aguilas FC Soccer Camp and Train with a Pro

Experience top-tier soccer training with Francisco 'Paco' Torres at Chico Aguilas FC's camp on August 17-18. Open to boys and girls aged 8-18, the camp offers professional guidance and autographed gear
Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief July 27, 2024

August 17-18, the organization “Chico Aguilas FC” will be hosting a two-day soccer camp featuring Mexican legend Francisco “Paco” Torres.  The event will take place at Pleasant Valley High...

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A Peach-tastic Day at the Marysville Peach Festival

Andrew Vojta, Editor-in-Chief July 21, 2024

This last weekend, the Marysville Peach Festival, started by the Sodaro family 24 years ago, has brought many families and businesses together in a peach-ious gem of all things peach and love. The triple-digit...

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Union Pacific steam engine 4140 rolling into Oroville.

Big Boy Locomotive Whistle Stop in Oroville

Crowds flock to see restored technology.
Andrew Vojta, Editor-in-Chief July 13, 2024

A captivating sight occurred in Oroville on Thursday, as a blast from the past rolled into town. The Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive is the world's largest operating locomotive. On July...

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Guests gathered for the Khutbah (June 18th 2024)

Threads of Unity: Chico Islamic Center’s Eid Al Adha Gathering

Discover how the Chico Islamic Center's Eid Al-Adha celebration showcased the town's cultural diversity, uniting neighbors in shared values of hospitality, inclusivity, and mutual respect.
Shaheera Abbasi, Staff Writer July 7, 2024

Three weeks ago on June 18, an Eid Al Adha event hosted by the Chico Islamic Center brought together local Butte County community members from various faith backgrounds, including Jewish, Quaker, and Christian...

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North Valley Soccer Fields. July 2,2024 Orland, California.

Local Sunday League Organizers Meet To Confront Ongoing Violence

A Sunday League soccer match between Farmers and Brazucas ended in chaos with a post-game brawl that saw blood spilled and police involvement. As violence continues to plague the league, organizers met to find solutions to preserve the season and avoid a possible ban from the fields, which would result in the league's demise.
Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief July 3, 2024

On Sunday, June 30, 2024, at 10 AM, Farmers took on Brazucas in a soccer game valid for the seventh round of the local Sunday league.  The game played in Orland at the North Valley High School field,...

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Oroville's Iconic "O" once shrouded in golden grass now stands amid the burnt landscape.

Thompson Fire Ignites In Oroville

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief July 2, 2024

Today, July 2, 2024, Butte County’s latest fire broke out at approximately 11:45 AM.  The fire, which is being referred to as the Thompson Fire, began on Cherokee Road and Thompson Flat Road in Oroville...

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A 4th of July Paradise Helicopter Egg Drop

This family fun event is designed to build community and support the Paradise Little League.
Andrew Vojta, Editor-in-Chief July 2, 2024

Freedom Egg Drop Event, Fourth of July fun for the kids, will be held at Egleston Field, 820 Buschmann Rd, Paradise, from 10:00 am to 12 pm on Thursday, July 4. The helicopter drop will happen at 10:15...

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