Good morning, Chico.

Butte County Toy Run’s 10th Annual Christmas in July event begins at 8:30 a.m. at KSU and rides start at 10 a.m. at Sierra Steel Harley Davidson; participants pay $5 + a gift card, join prize drawings at 12:30 p.m., and enjoy a free lunch as proceeds benefit local children.

Officials have issued evacuation warnings for zones near the Dove Fire, which burned ten acres of vegetation near Lake Oroville by Mayberry Road and Simmons Road; CAL FIRE crews and aerial assets are working to contain it.

Evacuation warnings for zones BUT-BC-649 and BUT-BC-650 were lifted last night near Lake Oroville, and CAL FIRE crews continue to contain the Dove Fire that burned 10 acres+destroyed one outbuilding while its cause remains under investigation.

Chico hosts a weekend of events including a drag and burlesque show at Creekside Cafe tonight, funk fusion concerts with Dumpstaphunk and Whiskey River Band Friday evening, and a free record swap plus summer market on Sunday.

Locals can enjoy art, music and community gatherings at various venues.

On Thursday, crews from CAL FIRE Butte Unit halted the forward progress of the Dudley Fire in Paradise, prompting evacuation orders by the town - Action News Now reporter Emilio Del Carpio covered the scene.

Chico approved designated drinking zones for patrons to carry alcoholic drinks purchased from licensed businesses in downtown and Meriam Park.

The City Council approved the ordinance Tuesday and will monitor the program annually — a move to boost local business activity.

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.