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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chico native Aaron Rodgers was honored as North Valley Philanthropist of the Year at the inaugural Community Foundation Gala at the Big Room at Sierra Nevada Brewing Company on March 13 — he sent a video message explaining he could not attend due to hosting a charity flag football event in Southern California and noting his role in seeding funds for wildfire recovery and COVID-19 small business relief. He has contributed seven-figure donations that helped attract millions in additional support for the foundation. Action News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Chico Community Ballet will present the 34th annual Keeping Dance Alive! celebration on March 26 and 27 — the event will highlight the vibrant and diverse dance community from the North State. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Aero-Flite has held its fifth annual aerial firefighting training at the Chico hangar on Piper Avenue to get over 70 pilots ready for wildfire missions—using both simulator rides and live exercises to work toward fire certification with the U.S. Forest Service and Cal Fire. The training helps keep aircraft ready year-round as wildfires occur outside the traditional season. Action News Now
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44th Annual California Conference on American Indian Education
The conference celebrates Indigenous culture and education, welcoming all attendees to engage in learning and community activities.
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Chico Air Museum Run the Runway! 5K and One Mile Run/Walk
9-11 a.m. — Chico Air Museum — $32.80 entry — Experience a unique timed mile and 5K on an aircraft runway while supporting local aviation history.
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Thursday Night Market
6-9 p.m. — Downtown Chico Business Association — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant market with local vendors, art, and live entertainment every Thursday evening.
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Abiding Men’s BBQ
6-9 p.m. — Watkins House — Free entry — Enjoy a community gathering with great food and fellowship.
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Woofstock Chico 2025
11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Enjoyable festival for all — A lively day of music and fun benefiting Butte Humane Society and welcoming well-behaved dogs on leash.
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Chico Marketplace Spring Festival
11 AM – 3 PM — Chico Marketplace — Free entry — Celebrate spring with egg hunts, a petting zoo, and fun activities for the entire family.
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