Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of July.
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🏘️ Community
The California Conservation Corps marked its 50th anniversary at Upper Bidwell Park in Chico with a Golden State Bus Tour stop—honoring over 127,000 Corpsmembers and 86 million hours of service statewide.
Local participants gained hands-on experience in wildland firefighting and habitat restoration.
🏛️ Government
The Butte County Sheriff's Office hosted its Deputy for a Day event today – giving residents a look inside the expanded jail and virtual training programs to help build trust between law enforcement and the community.
Union Pacific's repairs to East Avenue tracks have made a bumpy ride on the west side near Highway 32, with some vehicles catching air (and truck trailers rumbling).
City Manager Mark Sorensen said he is working with Union Pacific to ease the shaking and advised drivers to slow down.
The Donna Murrill Wildfire Fund at North Valley Community Foundation is accepting fire prevention grant applications from nonprofits, government agencies + tribes in Butte, Glenn, Tehama, and Colusa Counties until July 31, with awards ranging from $5,000 to $25,000.
🎉 Chico Events
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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.
Sam Bush Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Big Room — Ticket info not provided — Experience the groundbreaking bluegrass sounds of Sam Bush, a mandolin legend.
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