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Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local non-profit proposed a tiny home village to help Chico's most vulnerable homeless, and has built several homes (using local contractors) while presenting multiple site options to city leaders. The plan awaits further consideration from municipal officials. Action News Now
- ➤ On Tuesday, students and residents gathered at West Third and Orange streets for the annual 'Drop and Dash' that helps clear move-out clutter near Chico State. Organizers set aside salvageable items for donation — and will host another event on Thursday, May 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Action News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ PG&E Corporation Foundation is awarding $5,000 grants to independent restaurant owners and their staff through the Restaurants Care Resilience Fund—applicants in its service area, including Northstate businesses, can apply from June 1 to June 30. KRCR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Whiskeytown Environmental School is set to rebuild its campus after its environmental assessment was complete—addressing damage from the 2018 Carr Fire and later burn-scar flooding. The new design focuses on resilience and sustainability to help prevent future wildfire impacts. Action News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ CAL FIRE-Butte Unit will conduct a controlled burn in Magalia to reduce hazardous fuels and improve public safety between May 27 and May 29. The Rambling Unit project will treat about 50 acres (between Rambling Way and Lake Paradise) as weather permits. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ California Water Service finished a water main upgrade in central Chico this month along Chestnut and Hazel Streets to improve water flow and fire protection. The $1.8 million project (affecting about 200 customers with short detours and water shutoffs) wrapped up the second phase of a larger replacement plan. Action News Now
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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!
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