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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chico's Thursday Night Market opened last night with over 100 vendors selling produce, crafts, clothing, and jewelry on downtown streets while some roads were closed for setup. The market will run every Thursday until September 25 (setup is from 5:15 p.m. to 6 p.m., vehicle entry allowed until 5:30 p.m., and unauthorized vehicles required to leave by 5:45 p.m.). Action News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A candlelight vigil will be held today at Chico State University on the Kendall Lawn at 7:30 p.m. to honor 21-year-old Athena Passidakis—who was killed in a murder-suicide by her ex-boyfriend Alvin Wilson—while another vigil takes place today at Diestelhorst Bridge in Redding. KRCR
- ➤ More than 100 law enforcement agencies held a memorial in Wheatland on Tuesday to honor fallen Marysville officer Osmar Rodarte who was killed on March 26 while serving a search warrant and joined by the Butte County Sheriff's Office as the public ceremony was followed by a private family gathering (Rodarte was a 27-year-old husband, father and U.S. Army veteran). KRCR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the 2025 California State Yo-Yo Contest will be held at Chico City Plaza and will feature local and state yo-yo players showing off their skills. Hosted by the National Yo-Yo Museum, the event is free and will let visitors enjoy local shops and eateries—adding to a festive day. Action News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chico State will host AI Immersion Day on April 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Selvester’s 100—students, faculty and staff will learn how generative AI can shape higher education and the workforce through keynotes and breakout sessions. Chico State Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Organized by nonprofit Bridging the Gap, the 17th annual Walk-4-Water event will begin at 8:30 a.m. this Saturday at the One-Mile Recreation Area in Bidwell Park, where participants will carry empty buckets—simulating the arduous journey for safe water in rural Uganda. Proceeds will fund wells and water filters for Ugandan villages. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Measure H, a voter-approved one-cent tax increase, is funding the Butte County Sheriff's Office to rehire deputy sheriffs, correction deputies and dispatchers lost due to budget cuts — the funds also supported new sheriff vehicles, computers and weapons purchased in November. The department is working to fill around 90 open positions and to advance a jail expansion project — steps aimed at boosting public safety. KRCR
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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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Do The '80s Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Bella's Sports Pub — 25% OFF code: RAD25 — Relive the '80s with contests, prizes, and neon vibes at this totally tubular pub crawl.
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Thursday Night Market
6-9 p.m. — Downtown Chico Business Association — Free entry — Explore over 100 vendors featuring local produce, crafts, and live entertainment.
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AMA Pro American Flat Track Race
8:30 p.m. — Silver Dollar Speedway — Affordable tickets available — Experience the thrill of American Flat Track racing on an exciting night at the speedway.
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American Flat Track Racing
3:30-7:30 a.m. — Silver Dollar Speedway — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling motorcycle races at the renowned speedway in Chico.
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