Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
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🏘️ Community
Redding Subaru's Pet of the Week feature spotlights Milo from the Chico Animal Shelter, who is waiting for a forever home.
🎭 Culture
Chico State School of the Arts and Chico Performances will present The SpongeBob Musical at Laxson Auditorium, featuring eye-popping visuals, nonstop laughs plus a chart-topping score with songs by David Bowie, Panic at the Disco, and Sara Bareilles.
The annual Miss Gold Nugget Pageant was held Thursday night at Paradise Performing Arts Center & crowned its winner as Miss Gold Nugget 2026 during Gold Nugget Days festivities.
Chico residents have a busy weekend: Samaria Grace & Co performs today at The Commons at 7 p.m., and on Saturday, Clowntown takes over Mulberry Music Station while the Wildflower Ride & Festival starts at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds.
On Sunday, a free pop-up market will enliven Terrain Park Climbing Center.
🎓 Education
Durham High School hosted the 'Every 15 Minutes' DUI awareness program on Wednesday, Apr.
22, featuring a staged crash simulation with first responders and student actors to teach teens the dangers of impaired driving ahead of prom season.
🌲 Environment
Vernal pools in Butte County’s grasslands supported rare plants and animals as wildflowers bloomed.
Environmental scientists monitored pools near Thermalito on Thursday, April 9 — key for amphibians and crustaceans that need predator-free water.
🏛️ Government
Butte County launched a new website today that explains the impact of Oroville Dam on water exports, power production, and local revenue loss.
The site uses historical records to help residents understand these issues & guide future county decisions.
🏈 Sports
On Monday, Apr. 23, Chico State men's golf won the CCAA Championship in a playoff in Stockton — their first title since 2018 — after rallying in a close contest with Cal State San Bernardino.
🎉 Chico Events
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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.
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.
Blü Egyptian at Sierra Nevada Big Room
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Big Room — Early access tickets available — Experience the energetic fusion of Rock, Funk, Reggae, Bluegrass, and Electronica from the acclaimed Blü Egyptian.
Music for Mental Health
4-8 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Free entry — Enjoy live music while supporting mental health initiatives in the community.
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