Good morning, Chico.

Butte Humane Society will host its Forever Home Project on Saturday, Feb.

21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Chico as Matson & Isom Technology Consulting sponsors the event by waiving adoption fees for dogs, cats and small animals.

K-9 Rogue, a devoted black German Shepherd, will retire after Sgt. Christopher Benson received approval from the Tehama County Board of Supervisors to adopt him (the dog saved his handler three times) and begin a new chapter.

At Hughes Ski Hut on Highway 99, owner Scott Denney said a wet forecast drives more business than Olympic hype as a heavy storm after Christmas boosted winter gear sales—local skiers now benefit from steep discounts.

The trend reflects the challenging yet opportunistic winter season.

The Starbucks at the corner of Broadway and Third, which has served downtown for nearly 30 years, will close by March 1 (employees will transfer to nearby locations) and has raised concerns about losing foot traffic for local businesses.

Lovers and Friends Lunar Market celebrates love in all its forms on Saturday, Feb.

14 from 12-4 p.m. at the Barn in Meriam Park — featuring local vendors, a Polaroid photo booth, and handmade goods — designed to strengthen community ties.

Chico State band celebrates its 100th season as alumni, students & community members gather for the Lasting Legacies Hiestand Memorial Concert on Saturday, Feb.

21 at 7:30 p.m. in Harlen Adams Theatre, marking a century-long legacy of music and mentorship.

CAL FIRE Butte Unit and the Butte County Fire Department hosted Japanese firefighters for training sessions this week at a local facility, instructing them in ladder operations, hose management, and firefighter rescue.

The training is the eighth series and helps Japan shift to American-style lightweight, wood-framed construction + new fire-ground tactics.

The Chico Fire Department completed its final hands-on training session on Thursday, Feb.

12 to prepare seven new firefighters for supporting Engine 1 at the Salem Street station (an effort to address rising call volumes). This drill helped the recruits practice critical live fire scenarios.

A $2.5M federal grant will fund vital safety projects in Butte County to reduce bicycle and pedestrian injuries and deaths — officials said the grant addresses rates above the state average and aims to enhance local road safety.

Builders Village in Chico is nearing completion as 61 accessible housing units take shape with framing finished and underground work complete; the project will finish by late August — powered by a $16.5 million state grant.

Trevor Utter, the new Simpson RedHawks football head coach, spoke on Feb.

12 after drawing on his Montana success, where he won a Division I-AA national championship and earned three Coach of the Year awards — outlining plans for the upcoming season.

Berry Creek racer Emmery Duvall won the Saturday Night Main Event at the Olive City Showdown in Chico + she outpaced her competitors with skill and composure, adding momentum to her rising career.

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.

Dueling Pianos with The Kelly Twins

7-9 p.m. — The Barn at Meriam Park — $25-30 — Enjoy a night of live music and dancing with the talented Kelly Twins.

Later Days Tribute Night with Black Pine Revival

8-11:30 p.m. — Lost on Main — 21+ with valid ID only — Experience a tribute to the Mother Hips with Later Days and the Americana rock sounds of Black Pine Revival.