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Construction has begun on the Chico Aquatic Center on Garner Lane in North Chico and a ceremonial groundbreaking is set for August 21 — the $30 million project will open in fall and feature a competition pool, a recreation pool, a multi-generational pool, diving boards, and slides.

One year after the Park Fire destroyed 209 single-family homes in Cohasset and Forest Ranch, faith-driven volunteers led by Rev.

Philip Zabell began rebuilding a new home for a couple using only volunteer labor. Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church in Chico is hosting the group and they will finish construction by Friday — providing a fresh start for those affected.

A 13-year-old faces hate crime charges after a group of four teenagers reportedly attacked a 31-year-old international student at Chico State on July 15—police say he was arrested on July 22 near City Council Chambers and the case is set for a hearing on July 30.

On July 15 a 13-year-old Chico teen attacked a 31-year-old international student at Chico State by using racial slurs and striking him with a branch—he was charged with a hate crime in Butte County Juvenile Court and faces further proceedings on July 30.

Chico State College of Agriculture students Luis Gomez, Lindsey Dillon and Karla Ahumada earned third place in the IFAMA Student Case Competition in Brazil last month—competing with 15 other teams from around the world after a year of preparation and presenting to the event's top leaders.

After the Park Fire burned 429,603 acres in 2024, local donations of over $300,000 helped restore Chico State’s Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve—funding the installation of 1,700 sediment retention structures to protect water quality.

In partnership with the Mechoopda Indian Tribe of Chico Rancheria, the Reserve developed a watershed-scale plan to reintroduce native fish and elk and improve future wildfire management.

Chico News & Review and ChicoSol published a guide that gives clear steps for residents to verify ICE encounters and respond appropriately—local rapid response networks help confirm sightings amid recent rumors and actual ICE actions in the North State.

Two mosquito pools in Gridley and Biggs tested positive for West Nile virus, and the Mosquito and Vector Control District urges residents to drain standing water and use repellents—horse owners are advised to vaccinate their animals to lessen the risk of infection.

Summer Volleyball Mini-Camp

8-10 a.m. — Oak Way Park — Registration required — A short camp to enhance volleyball skills with instruction from a seasoned pro.

FUNK-tion FEST

10 AM – 2 PM — Chapman Park — Free entry — Celebrate with lowriders, DJs, food trucks, and family fun at this vibrant community fest.

Hed PE Live Concert

7:00–10:30 p.m. — Tackle Box — Tickets from $24.21 — Experience the energetic sounds of punk rock with Hed PE in Chico.

STRFKR Concert in Chico, CA

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic pop and innovative new sounds from STRFKR as they promote their latest album, Parallel Realms.

Greg Loiacono & Stingray Live

8-11 p.m. — Argus | Bar + Patio — Ticketed event — Experience a night of genre-blending music featuring Greg Loiacono's new project Stingray.

Beer Scouts Live at The Commons

8-10 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Free show — Experience high-energy rock and blues from San Francisco's Beer Scouts as they cover classics and perform original tunes.

Tommy Castro and the Painkillers at The Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

7-9:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. — Tickets go on sale July 11th — Experience the legendary blues guitarist live on his 'Closer To The Bone' tour.

Hazy Little Happening: Smokey the Groove & Blü Egyptian

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Big Room — Free entry — Celebrate the last day of 'Hazy Little Happening' with live performances from local bands.