Good morning, Chico.

RABA is offering a free shuttle service to the Rodeo until Saturday with buses running every 20 minutes from the Downtown RABA Terminal on Yuba Street, the Canby Transfer Facility at Mount Shasta Mall, and stops along Hilltop Drive near Red Lion Hotel and CR Gibbs.

Chico Firefighters host their third annual golf tournament Monday, June 1 at Canyon Oaks Country Club.

Teams of four play a scramble for about $700 (covering green fees, meals and prizes) with proceeds aiding the Captain Andrews Scholarship Endowment Fund for Butte College Fire Academy cadets.

Chico State University announced that North State Public Radio named Helen Barrington as its new executive director after May 4; she brings 30+ years of public media expertise and will work closely with staff and students to enhance local news and cultural programming.

Downtown Chico will host Saturday concerts that revive local music and community spirit; a local organizer discussed the plans with reporter Raishaud Pinkney (details clarified in a recent interview).

Chico State commencement drew over 3,700 graduates' friends and family to downtown, boosting business as shops reported high foot traffic and restaurants had full bookings.

Ceremonies began Wednesday at 7 p.m. and continue through Sunday.

CSU trustees approved three new bachelor’s degree programs that let students finish in three years instead of four to save about $30,000; individual campuses will decide whether to offer fast-track courses — designed to meet workforce demands.

Chinook salmon fishing returns after a three-year ban on Sacramento, Trinity and Klamath Rivers, CA Fish and Wildlife announced.

In the Klamath Basin, late spring-run fishing opens July 1 with a one-fish limit, and fall-run seasons start July 16 on Sacramento, Aug. 15 on Klamath and Sept. 1 on Trinity.

The Pomona Avenue bridge in southwest Chico is being replaced, which will close the road for up to 18 months.

Local resident Julia Sidman said residents received only a week's notice+leaving little time to adjust.

Chico native Skyler Boles, known for transforming Spikeball into a national hit, has introduced Futbocce, a new backyard game that blends soccer with bocce ball.

Created two years ago at Community Park & now advancing with trademarks and formal branding, the game aims to offer an accessible sport for all ages.

Former Butte College football players Malcolm Dewalt and Christian Vaughn signed with NFL teams on Wednesday, May 13 + Dewalt will join the Atlanta Falcons while Vaughn heads to the Chicago Bears.

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.

Big Mo Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Barn at Meriam Park — Cost info not listed — Experience the energetic sounds of Big Mo and his big band in a charming Chico venue.

Friday Night Concert Series in Chico

6:30-8:00 p.m. — City Plaza, 132 W 4th St, Chico, CA — Free entry — Enjoy free live music and a community picnic under the stars this summer.

Chalk It Up For Charity

10 AM - 4 PM — Lassen Cidery — Free entry for kids — Enjoy competitive sidewalk chalk artistry with prizes, food trucks, and live music!