Good morning, Chico.

Chico Marketplace hosts the 20th annual Cinderella’s Closet prom wear giveaway on Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations for dresses, suits, shoes or accessories are accepted until March 25 — local students can pick free prom attire.

Crews are nearing completion of the $1.5 million Hope Plaza project on the Skyway as they finish landscaping, install a permanent sign & add metallic trees to the memorial’s back wall, with plaques honoring the 85 fire victims to be added at the dedication set for April 11 in Paradise.

Chico’s Genkai Japanese Restaurant celebrated 40 years in business on March 5, marking its journey from scrubbing plates to serving success for local diners.

The milestone honors the restaurant's longstanding commitment to the community.

Max Minardi’s free show took place on March 5 at The Commons, while Rainbow City Park will perform at Naked Lounge and Jack Cimo will hold a solo concert at the Museum of Northern California Art on March 7 — these events offer diverse entertainment options for Chico residents this weekend.

The Makers Muse Festival will take place on March 20 & 21 by closing Orange Street from 5th & 7th Streets; the free all ages event will feature 20 live bands, 10 comedians, a live art showcase, & a mural contest.

Sophia Benitez, a Lt. Rawlins Merit Scholarship winner, will start her master's in animal science at New Mexico State University.

She learned hands-on skills at Chico State's 800-acre University Farm Sheep Unit and aims to teach agriculture.

Chico State hosted a collegiate sales competition on Mar.

5 where over 15 universities and hundreds of students pitched products in simulated business scenarios. The event was organized by the Seufferlein Western States Sales Program.

Chico State is leading a $1.85M project to restore salmon habitat in Battle Creek.

Crews will soon build a new perennial side channel and remove 1,700 ft of levee to help salmon rear and spawn as part of a broader state grant program.

Chico’s Architectural Review Board approved a nearly 15-foot Las Vegas–style sign for Casino Chico on Mar.

5 — the design exceeds city code by extending over the sidewalk and draws comparisons to vintage signs at Hotel Diamond and Thunderbird Lodge.

A new affordable housing complex called Bar Triangle Apartments opened in Chico, providing 70 rent-restricted units for families with incomes between 30% and 60% of the area median income—featuring a community building and outdoor spaces, the project cost nearly $39 million and has a waiting list.

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.

Too $hort Live in Chico

8-11 p.m. — Tackle Box — Tickets starting at $82.36 — Experience the legendary West Coast rapper Too $hort perform his iconic hits live.

Golden Goblet Faire

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — DeGarmo Park — Family-friendly event — Experience medieval battles, artisan crafts, and falconry at this vibrant Renaissance festival.