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Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local nonprofit at the Lifespan Center on Cohasset Rd, offering play-based therapy for children with autism, is hosting Chico Walks for Autism this Saturday at Lower Bidwell Park. Families can register on-site at 8 a.m. and join the 9 a.m. walk. Action News Now
- ➤ Butte County Sheriff's Search and Rescue worked through the night with CAL FIRE support to clear a dense, wooded area — using drones, chainsaws, and teamwork to safely extract a trapped individual. Action News Now
- ➤ Chico hosts several community events this weekend including Banff Mountain Film Festival at Chico State Laxson Auditorium (today through Saturday), Thursday Night Market downtown from April 9 to Sept, and Chico Kite Day at Community Park on Sunday, April 12 with kite giveaways. North State Public Radio
- ➤ Thursday Night Market runs at downtown Chico Plaza through Sept. 24 with live music, Banff Mountain Film Festival shows films and hosts patio parties at Chico State Laxson Auditorium Friday and Saturday, and Chico Kite Day offers kite flying at Chico Community Park Sunday 12 — 3 p.m. North State Public Radio
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, founded in Chico in 1980, is now the nation’s third-largest craft brewery thanks to its flagship Pale Ale and innovative use of cascade hops. The brewery will introduce summer packaging featuring national parks as part of its longstanding commitment to conservation efforts. KRCR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Union Pacific's legendary Big Boy #4014 steamed into Oroville on Thursday afternoon, delighting hundreds in attendance + sparking excitement among local train enthusiasts. Action News Now
- ➤ The Thursday Night Market expanded onto Main Street — offering live music, local vendors, and a monthly interactive expo on Health and Wellness. The event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursdays through September 24. Action News Now
- ➤ Pleasant Valley High School students will stage ABBA's Mamma Mia! this weekend at the Center for the Arts — featuring 29 performers and over 40 crew members — with shows on Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 1 p.m. Tickets cost $20 at the door. Action News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Butte College will honor two alumni for community service at its Spring Gala Saturday, April 25 at 5:30 p.m. at Manzanita Place. The Butte College Foundation hosts the event to fund student programs and honor CAL FIRE Assistant Chief Carlos Alcantar and Alfred Koala (founder of Feeding Nations through Education). Action News Now
- ➤ Chase Wilson—a first-year mathematics graduate student who transferred back from San Francisco State for a supportive academic environment—found success at Chico State with engaging mentorship and recently earned the prestigious Lt. Robert Merton Rawlins Merit Award. Chico State Today
- ➤ Chico State’s AMA chapter broke its record in Chicago by attaining a Top 5 ranking, while the Computer Science Department will receive national cybersecurity recognition on April 28 in Pittsburgh. The campus also highlighted outstanding student research and a new book launch on space archaeology. Chico State Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Upper Park Road at Bidwell Park will close to vehicles at parking lot E on weekdays starting Monday for the Iron Canyon Fish Passage Project. CalTrout leads the effort to restore 8.5 miles of cold-water habitat for threatened Chinook salmon and steelhead and advises pedestrians to use alternate trails. Action News Now
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Woofstock Festival
11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate with music, food, and fun activities for families and dogs while supporting Butte Humane Society.
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Chico Wildflower Ride & Festival
12 PM – 6 PM — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Entry fees vary — Enjoy a vibrant family festival followed by scenic cycling routes for all ages.
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Jerry & Dawg Revisited
6:30-10 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience the re-creation of the Garcia Grisman sound with original members Joe Craven and Jim Kerwin.
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Do The Crawl de Mayo
4:30-9 p.m. — Bella's Sports Pub — Tickets required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo a bit early with a lively pub crawl featuring contests and vibrant fiesta vibes.
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El Rey Prevue Fundraiser
7-10 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Fundraiser event — Experience an exciting preview of the El Rey Theatre with music, comedy, and community.
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Chico Sports Cards & Pokémon TCG Expo
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Chico — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in the exciting worlds of sports cards and Pokémon TCG with fellow enthusiasts in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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