Good morning, Chico.

The City of Chico invites residents and visitors to use their smartphones to scan QR decals placed along Main Street & Broadway to view 360-degree visualizations of future street design alternatives through an interactive AR tool.

The decals remain available until April 30 as part of the Downtown Revitalization Project.

Feather River Tribal Health will host a Spring Gathering on Apr.

1 in Oroville to unite families, Native vendors, and local service agencies in a day of cultural celebration (and wellness activities) that strengthens local community ties.

A vigil was held Monday night near Chico State for Charles Scherer, a local cyclist who died Saturday night after his bike struck a parked car, as neighbors shared memories and released balloons to honor his life.

Downtown Chico businesses are shifting as personal service thrives while retail sales decline.

Amy Ulloa’s Main Street barbershop bets on personal connection & attracts customers amid rising online competition.

Residents in Red Bluff, Weed and Willows are feeling the pinch as gas prices climb above $5 per gallon, AAA reported on March 11.

Some locals blame market fears rather than an actual oil shortage, with opinions varying across the community.

About 200 North Valley students competed on Wednesday night at Neal Dow Elementary in the Sacramento Valley Scholastic Chess League, with competitors arriving from as far north as Corning and as far south as Yuba City.

Winners were named for grades K-3, 4-6, and high/middle school.

Athan Tippett, who left high school early for a life-changing rafting trip, studies kinesiology at Chico State—he now uses the Lt. Robert Merton Rawlins Merit Scholarship and local mentorship to build a career in outdoor education and adaptive physical activity research.

Crews continued prescribed burns in Upper Bidwell Park to reduce wildfire risk and manage vegetation using controlled fire techniques that keep the area safe.

Paradise Town Council voted yesterday to accept a healthcare recovery plan aimed at restoring local medical services — officials said planning for implementation will begin soon.

Oroville Hospital’s board approved a transition plan as it restructures under Chapter 11—Robert J.

Wentz will step down as CEO with Scott Chapple set to succeed him upon court approval, while Wentz remains a consultant to support the sale process and keep patient care uninterrupted.

Boat race time trials will take place at Thermalito Afterbay this weekend.

They are scheduled for 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and feature a mile-long course for speedboat enthusiasts — a thrilling event on the water.

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.