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Saturday, May 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Neighbors said that 48 year old Valerie Cadwallader was shot and killed by the Butte County Sheriff's Office on May 9 after she allegedly pointed a gun at deputies and told them to shoot her. Action News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Michael Courts, a full-time Chico State anthropology student and father of six, is using his studies to protect Native cultural heritage by helping repatriate 549 ancestors and 97,089 cultural items from university collections — work grounded in the traditions he learned growing up along the Klamath River. He will graduate this May and plans to pursue a master’s degree in wildland management to combine traditional knowledge with modern GIS mapping to guard sacred sites from wildfires and looting. Chico State Today
- ➤ Chico State's Digital Filmmakers Guild invites film enthusiasts to its annual Smash Film Festival — the event will show student short films at Bell Memorial Auditorium. Action News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chico State lecturer Jaycob Arbogast is advancing financial education by launching a Financial Wellness Clinic that gives free advice to over 300 students each year & by expanding the curriculum with seven new courses that help students meet CFP exam requirements without extra fees. He connects classroom learning with real-world finance to help students manage budgets and debt. Chico State Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Taylor Nilsson from the Butte County Fire Safe Council says homeowners should clear a five to 30 foot area of dry brush and trees, remove wood stacks and other flammable items, and replace wooden fences with chain link to cut fire spread—Chico residents on the east side are urged to take these steps before fire season begins. North State Public Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Butte County Public Law Library held an open house at 6 p.m. led by Congressman Doug LaMalfa and local officials to showcase free legal advice after its $80,000 annual state funding was cut. The library, which has served the community since 1907, now offers probate workshops to help ease high call volumes. Action News Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A recent study of 130 cities found Chico to offer the best value for homebuyers with a median price of about $464,000 and a cost of living 5% below average — while Redding ranked second with a median near $390,000 and cost of living 7% below average. Action News Now
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The Cedar Grove Scamper
8-10 a.m. — Cedar Grove Picnic Area and Meadow — Registration fees apply — Race through the scenic trails of Chico in this community 4-mile run.
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Race Night #2
4 PM — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Included with fair admission — Experience thrilling races with 360 Winged Sprints and Hobby Stocks.
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Silver Dollar Fair Tractor Pulls
5-11 p.m. — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Admission included with fair ticket — Experience the thrilling power of tractors pulling heavy loads at this exciting event.
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Jackie Greene Performance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Tickets available without service charge — Jackie Greene returns for another special show at the intimate Women’s Club.
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Much Ado About Nothing
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM — Cedar Grove Picnic Area and Meadow — $25.00 — Enjoy Shakespeare in the Park with a lively performance of a classic comedy.
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Swing for Change: CAA Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Community Action Agency is raising funds to support underserved populations in Butte County in a tee-rific golf tournament, Swing for Change! Tickets include a free golf shirt, a goodie bag, lunch, and chances to win amazing prizes all while golfing for a good cause!
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Swing for Change: CAA Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Community Action Agency is raising funds to support underserved populations in Butte County in a tee-rific golf tournament, Swing for Change! Tickets include a free golf shirt, a goodie bag, lunch, and chances to win amazing prizes all while golfing for a good cause!
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