Good morning, Chico.

Habitat for Humanity of Butte County received a $125K grant from Verizon to launch its Disaster Recovery Rebuild Program for Camp Fire survivors in Paradise — the pilot project will help rebuild missing homes and offer resilience training as part of a broader initiative.

On January 15, the Community Housing Improvement Program celebrated the grand reopening of East of Eaton Apartments on East Lassen Avenue.

The $25.5 million project upgraded 76 affordable housing units with modern amenities like a community garden and dog park while local officials joined the event.

Chico brothers have launched the Dibbs app to give local businesses free advertising and offer customers discounts on products and services.

The app works with 30 local businesses and uses a two-step payment process so stores receive cash directly at checkout.

Chico Theater Company will perform 'Hello Dolly!' from Jan.

23 to Feb. 15 — Regan Penning stars as Dolly Levi while Jeff Allen portrays Horace Vandergelder in the classic musical.

Applications are now being accepted for 26 student scholarships provided by the North Valley Community Foundation.

The awards target high school seniors and current college students (most deadlines are on April 17) to help cover tuition at universities, community colleges, or trade schools in the five-county region.

Residents in Paradise saw the Northern Lights with a red tint on Monday, Jan.

19, as the largest solar storm in over 20 years brightened the skies. Photos captured by a local viewer + the Mount Shasta Police Department documented this rare natural event.

Crews from the U.S. Forest Service will begin pile-burning operations near Magalia today at 10 a.m., managing 54 acres of piles by Paradise Lake—residents along Skyway and Coutolenc Road should use caution.

Smoke may be seen from nearby areas, but officials expect minimal impact.

Northern Lights lit up skies yesterday over Paynes Creek after the largest solar storm in over 20 years, visible across Northern California.

Residents in Chico may have seen the rare display — a striking phenomenon caused by space weather.

Officer Derek Ament of Chico Police advises drivers to scan intersections and avoid entering on a green light unless they can clear it easily – his advice warns that blocked intersections may lead to gridlock and potential violations.

Crews are repairing erosion along Lindo Channel in Bidwell Park along Manzanita Avenue at Howard Drive after storms worsened the bank, and the work is expected to finish by week's end to protect nearby homes (permits and multi-agency coordination are in place).

Butte County Public Health held its first free flu vaccine clinic yesterday and will continue offering (no appointment required) vaccinations for everyone aged 3 and older through the month.

Max Minardi Live Performance

6-8 p.m. — The Barn at Meriam Park — Free entry — Experience folk-pop melodies and heartfelt storytelling from singer-songwriter Max Minardi.

Fundraiser Dance Event for Roman Martinez

9-11:30 p.m. — Lost on Main — Donations Accepted — Dance the night away to live music while supporting Roman Martinez's battle with neuroblastoma.

Locals Night with The Funnels, Slide Tackle, and DELIAL

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Lost on Main — $10 at the door — Enjoy a high-energy night of local music featuring beloved Chico bands.

3rd Annual Pizza My Heart Class

6-8 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — $60 per couple — Enjoy a hands-on Valentine’s Day pizza-making class for couples and friends.

The Altons and Thee Sinseers Live Performance

7-9 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. — Enjoy a vibrant night of music with The Altons and Thee Sinseers featuring a brass section.