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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Butte County Sheriff's Office will invite community members to join National Night Out at Durham Community Park—located at 1847 Durham-Dayton Highway— on Tuesday, August 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. to meet deputies. Action News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brandi Jacobs appeared in Butte County court facing 39 animal cruelty charges after Oroville police arrested her last week and seized 38 living dogs (and a puppy's body) from her Fallbrook Avenue residence. Action News Now
- ➤ An Oroville man pleaded no contest in Butte County Superior Court Thursday to felony charges for assaulting his child's mother in front of their toddler—he violated a restraining order and struck her—and he remains in custody with sentencing set for August 28. KRCR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chico band Debajito will release their new EP “Entremundos” on August 5 — the five-track album mixes cumbia, hip-hop and afrobeats to share stories of migration, identity and resistance. The project was completed with Chico State students' help — their work on mixing captured the band’s vibrant, borderless sound. North State Public Radio
- ➤ Legacy Stage will hold its second annual Fringe Festival from August 29 to 31—this event will feature the world premiere of the horror musical 'Burn Ban' across four venues in Butte County. Tickets for Burn Ban and all-access Fringe Buttons are available now, and a full schedule will be released on August 8. Action News Now
- ➤ Today, the City of Chico gave $38,442 to 16 local arts projects after reviewing 19 applications. The funding—from the city's Transient Occupancy Tax—will support not-for-profit groups and boost local culture. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Chico invites residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to a public workshop for the Downtown Chico Revitalization Project on Tuesday, August 12 at 6 p.m. at the City Council Chambers—attendees will review streetscape design ideas and give feedback to help make downtown safer and more inviting. Action News Now
- ➤ Butte County Supervisors received a final update on Tuesday about recovery efforts for the Park and Thompson fires, with debris removed from 455 of 457 affected properties and all public health hazards addressed before final sign-offs. Officials now focus on rebuilding as homeowners prepare to return & ensure their properties are safe. KRCR
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Movies in the Park: Wonka
6-10 p.m. — DeGarmo Park — Free entry — Enjoy a magical movie night under the stars with family-friendly activities and delicious treats.
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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.
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Joe Samba and Wheeland Brothers Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Tickets from $23.62 — Enjoy a night of lively music with Joe Samba and Wheeland Brothers in Chico!
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