ZIP Code Showdown: Chico vs. Oroville

Could Changing Your ZIP Code Save You Nearly $180,000? Welcome to the first edition of ZIP Code Showdown, where we put neighboring communities head-to-head to uncover where the real opportunities are hiding. Because let's be honest… If you've been house hunting lately, you've probably had that momen

One Last Summer Adventure: A Night That Meant So Much More

  # One Last Summer Adventure: A Night That Meant So Much MoreOn July 28th, families gathered under the summer sky with blankets, lawn chairs, laughter, and a little bit of pirate spirit for One Last Summer Adventure. While The Goonies played on the big screen, children searched for treasure, neighb

Nail by nail, rebuilding efforts in Paradise raising spirits – and walls

Amy Hornick, Alora Flucard and Kris Zappettini mix concrete in a wheelbarrow to help construct a fence. (Lexi Lynn/contributed)   Along with building homes for women, Prater remarked that the “familiarity” developed with construction tools is important for women to learn. She said that her time volu

Chico’s strategic vision as we look ahead to 2026 and beyond

Chico’s strategic vision as we look ahead to 2026 and beyond. City leadership has outlined four core priorities guiding decision-making and investment: • A safe community• Long-term fiscal viability• Protection of Chico’s key assets (like Chico State, healthcare, agriculture, and tourism)• An enhanc