Good morning, Chico.

Voting begins for the Pooch Playoffs in Butte County as the Sweet 16 round starts today to raise funds for the Northwest SPCA.

Voters can pick their favorite pets when Elite 8 voting is set for tomorrow.

Chico Unified School District expects enrollment to drop by 431 students by 2032—school board members will review the updated demographic report soon.

Chico High School students rock climbed at Chico State's Acker Gym as a class that paired general education peer teachers + special education students.

The exercise encouraged teamwork and helped build confidence among participants.

A bald eagle was captured cooling off at the water's edge of a pond at Paradise Bluffs in Butte County, with footage submitted by Paradise Bluffs, LLC through a citizen journalism page — a wind advisory is in effect from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. today for the Sacramento Valley as officials warn unsecured objects may be blown by north winds.

Hundreds of goats graze in Bidwell Park to clear overgrown vegetation and reduce wildfire risk ahead of public events; park officials say the 350+ goat herd will continue through the end of April, and visitors are advised to keep dogs leashed.

State Parks is hosting a virtual workshop today, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., to gather public input on plans for Bidwell Mansion’s future after the 2024 fire.

A survey remains open until April 24 for community feedback.

The Oroville lights project is in its final phase at Table Mountain Bridge as reported by morning reporter Raishaud Pinkney, and residents can expect the upgrade to be completed soon.

CHP officers assisted in delivering a baby on the side of Highway 99 near Southgate Avenue around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday and confirmed that both mother and baby are doing well.

Chico’s younger residents are reshaping their social habits as many trade bar nights for early gym workouts (four downtown bars have closed and gyms like Lion’s Den report rising Gen Z memberships).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Cedar Grove Scamper - 4 Mile Race

8-10 a.m. — Cedar Grove Picnic Area and Meadow — Check website for entry fee — Participate in a scenic 4-mile run featuring both Open and Master's Divisions.