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Lake Oroville Update - August 30, 2024
A new school season is back in session with young minds ready to grow in their knowledge of local history and ecosystems. Fortunately, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) offers free tours and educational programs for students throughout the region. Tour the Lake Oroville Visitor Center featuring interpretive displays on Oroville Dam, area geology, wildlife and habitat, hydroelectric power, and cultural and historical artifacts. View videos in the theater about the construction of Oroville Dam, walk or hike along nearby trails, and visit the 47-foot-tall observation tower that provides unsurpassed panoramic views of surrounding areas.
Interested in becoming part of the Butte County Search & Rescue team?
CHICO, Calif. - Saturday is the day for potential Butte County Search & Rescue team members to come out to Down Range in Chico to meet the current cadre of volunteers and explore joining the group.. The life-saving Search & Rescue team is part of the Butte County Sheriff's Office.
Community organizations collaborate to begin fire recovery at Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
Community members, government representatives and wildlife preservation experts gathered at the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve yesterday to discuss ways to heal and protect the land after the Park Fire. Most of the reserve’s 7,835 acres were greatly impacted by the fire, as well as its infrastructure. Charred and...
School Bond Measure breakdown: Chico Unified School District
CHICO, Calif. - This November, there are a lot of local measures on the ballot. On Tuesday, we broke down some of the school bond measures in Butte County. Chico Unified School District's Measure C initiative aims to expand facilities for elementary schools, along with literacy and reading programs. Along...
Santa Clara Kaiser Among Top Hospitals for Treating Heart Attacks, Strokes
Kaiser Permanente Northern California’s hospitals are rated among the best in the nation for treating heart attacks, strokes, and other medical conditions, according to a study released by U.S. News & World Report in mid-July. Kaiser Permanente Northern California hospitals are recognized as “high-performing” in U.S. News & World...
California lawmakers seek more time to consider energy proposals backed by Newsom
Democratic lawmakers in the California Assembly are pushing back against a last-minute effort by Gov. Gavin Newsom to pass proposals aimed at cutting energy costs for Californians and reducing gas price spikes at the pump.They say they need more time to weigh the impacts. The pushback means the state Legislature might head to a special session this year after the legislative deadline to wrap up the session on Saturday. Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas said his members are "on the same page" as Newsom about the need to prioritize lowering energy bills for Californians. But details of the proposals weren't released...
‘We don’t want this!’ rage shoppers after self-checkout item ban as millions of Americans forced to pay extra fee
A PROPOSED ban on an item at self-checkout has left some shoppers up in arms. The change would affect millions of Americans, leaving them paying an extra fee for the grocery essential. Customers in California could be directly affected starting in September, as officials in Encinitas, north of San Diego, vote on Senate Bill (SB) […]
New cannabis cafe bill heads to governor’s desk
California is on the verge of a potential shift in its cannabis industry, as the state Legislature has passed a bill that could pave the way for cannabis cafes where patrons can enjoy both cannabis and a meal. The proposed legislation, Assembly Bill 1775, which now awaits Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature, would allow cities to authorize dispensaries to serve food and nonalcoholic drinks, and even host live entertainment, alongside the consumption of cannabis products.
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