Good morning, Chico.

Gold and silver prices near record highs as buyers and sellers flock to Chico Cash Exchange on East 20th Street and Park Avenue; gold reached $4,900 per ounce, and Susan Sampson said the pawn shop sees a 50–50 mix of trades amid volatile market conditions.

Panama Bar Cafe — a community staple for 40 years — will close its doors soon in Chico.

The announcement signals the end of an era for a beloved local eatery.

In the 1960s, Chico State built a 60-foot ski jump using almond shells on a lot at West Sacramento Avenue and the railroad tracks that hosted combined ski meets featuring Olympic skiers and a car-towed launch; archival research by Meriam Library (Special Collections) reveals the project’s bold creativity.

Butte College ranked in the state's top 10 community colleges using the 641S metric, as recent state and federal data show strong student outcomes and equitable certificate attainment.

The college’s Career Technical Education programs prepare students for in-demand careers (agriculture, health sciences, technology).

Chico High School won the 2026 Butte County Mock Trial Competition on Jan.

30 at the North Butte County Courthouse after six hours of courtroom simulation, and the team will represent the county at the California Mock Trial Finals in Oakland from March 20–22.

Cal Fire tested an AI-powered autonomous ground vehicle for resupply and logistics on Feb.

5 in challenging terrains to assess its potential to improve wildfire response, disaster operations & firefighter safety.

Butte County Public Health confirmed the flu claimed two lives on Thursday, Feb.

5 after hospitalization for complications — officials urged residents to get free vaccines at Chico and Oroville clinics, practice good hygiene, and seek care if symptoms worsen.

Butte County Public Health confirmed on Thursday that two people in their 50s died from flu complications, underlining the season's severity.

Residents in Chico and Oroville are urged to get vaccinated (clinics offer free walk-in flu shots for those 6 months and older) and follow daily hygiene precautions.

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.

Bidwell Classic Races

8:00 – 11:30 AM — Sycamore Field — Donations support cross country teams — Celebrate 50 years of running tradition in Bidwell Park.