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Chico’s Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. (family-owned) was named by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for the second consecutive year, reflecting its safe and rewarding work environment.

The brewer has built its reputation over more than 45 years by putting employees first.

Chico residents will celebrate Juneteenth this Friday from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at DeGarmo Park — a local event that comes as other Northstate festivities unfold in Redding, Oroville and Weed.

The Chico History Museum asks alumni of Chico and Pleasant Valley High to submit photo copies (no originals returned) by August 1 for an exhibit on the Almond Bowl.

Drop-offs are accepted at 141 Salem Street Thursday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; the exhibit opens this fall.

The Paradise Scholarship Foundation awarded two local students $6,000 merit-based scholarships during May and June school presentations.

Each award (renewable for three more years) may total $24,000 for Briana Weich and Belle Holliday, who met the 3.8 GPA requirement in the Paradise Ridge communities.

Residents in Butte and Yuba counties raised concerns after photos of dead plants in Plumas National Forest circulated; officials confirmed non-restricted herbicide applications in the Magalia area (glyphosate was not used).

The City of Chico is launching a 'Park and Go' summer parking program that offers two hours of free parking in city-managed downtown lots from July 1 to September 30 — drivers must register their sessions on kiosks or the parking app to avoid citations.

Action News Now spoke with Jared Call, Director of Public Policy and Advocacy for the California Association of Food Banks, about how the $108 million in the state budget boosted CalFresh outreach, diaper banks, and local food programs.

The discussion underscored local efforts to support food security.

Cal Fire's Butte Unit is preparing for peak fire season by holding its annual Loafer Drill, which has evaluated crews for over 20 years + Captain Jacob Clifford said crews are placing extra focus on safety equipment and mental readiness ahead of summer.

Coach Robby Snelling returned to his local roots at Butte College after playing college ball and balanced fierce competition with family time as he discussed his playing career and what made Butte Football successful.

Amahjra Live at The Tackle Box

8 PM - 11:59 PM — The Tackle Box — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience Amahjra’s electrifying live vibes and enjoy a high-energy night of music.

CARD 4th of July Parade

9-10 a.m. — Downtown Chico Business Association — Free admission — Celebrate Independence Day with festive floats and spirited community participation.