Good morning, Chico.

The Community Action Agency of Butte County is using PG&E's donation to boost North State Food Bank food box distributions across Northern California, a move that will help families in need + strengthen local food access.

On Thursday, eight bird watchers visited Hooker Oak Park to view around two dozen species, including sparrows and woodpeckers, as part of the 2026 Snow Goose Festival in Chico.

Last week, 30 people began the 14-week Citizen's Academy run by the Chico Police Department — a program that helps locals learn about police work.

Sen. Adam Schiff introduced a bipartisan bill to restore Glenn Medical Center’s critical access status so it can reopen after its CMS designation was lost; the House passed a spending bill with these measures ahead of Senate deliberations by Jan.

30 (while major upgrades remain a challenge).

Today, the memorial service for Congressman Doug LaMalfa takes place at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico — parking opens at 9:30 a.m., gates open at 10, and the service begins at noon.

Master Chief Navy Counselor Cindy Townsend retired after a ceremony in Oroville on Jan.

23 as she was honored for her long Navy career that began in 1999; she served on the USS Arthur W. Radford and USS Harpers Ferry and joined the recruiting force in 2011.

Vitalant hosts its 8th Winter Classic Blood Drive in Redding, Chico & Yuba City to boost the blood supply amid a seasonal drop.

The drive is today in Redding and will return in Chico and Yuba City on Saturday, Jan. 31.

UnitedAg opened a new wellness clinic at 1074 East Avenue, Suite Q to offer affordable healthcare for agricultural workers and residents.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked its first Chico Chamber membership, and CEO Kirti Mutatkar said the clinic aims to break down barriers to care.

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.