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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chico Area Recreation and Park District will host a free ice cream social on August 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chico Creek Nature Center in Bidwell Park — where families can enjoy animal encounters, guided nature walks, and arts and crafts activities. Action News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A car crashed into a home in Magalia around 12:30 a.m. Monday—injuring residents. Action News Now
- ➤ On Aug 4, 2025, a car carrying two girls (aged 13 or 14) and an adult crashed into a Magalia house, injuring the driver and people inside while the girls were taken to the hospital with serious injuries. Action News Now
- ➤ In Magalia, a car crashed into a house on August 4 causing damage while an update on Sycamore Pool showed water quality is safe. An early-morning fire broke out in Palermo on August 4—fire crews responded to the blaze. Action News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gary Mathias and four friends watched a basketball game at Chico State in 1978 and were last seen at Behr's Market (now Downtown Liquor and Market) before four were found dead while Mathias remains missing and would be 72 today; the Yuba County Sheriff's Office asks anyone with information to call (530-749-7777). Action News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Action News Now provided an update Monday on average gas prices in our region—Chico viewers received the latest details on fuel costs. Action News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chico Public Works Director Erik Gustafson explained that extreme heat and water stress cause summer limb drop in trees such as valley oaks and sycamores, which can lead to heavy branches snapping unexpectedly. He advised locals to stay alert under large trees and avoid wearing headphones so they can hear any cracking sounds. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chico broke ground on North Valley Fiber at Chapman Elementary School on August 4th to build a city-owned network that will bring high-speed internet to residents, businesses and public agencies. The project will support economic growth by delivering up to 10-gigabit internet in underserved areas—first customers are expected by October 1 and full build-out is anticipated by April 2026. KRCR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ City officials say the swimming advisory remains in effect at Sycamore Pool as weekly tests show total coliform levels remain below unsafe limits. They note that Butte County Public Health will await CDC results for E. coli 1057—runoff from the Park Fire may be causing higher bacteria levels and could lead to a colored warning system. Action News Now
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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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