Good morning, Chico.

Kelli Saam reported Tuesday, Aug.

4 top local stories that included National Night Out celebrations planned for that evening in Chico + the event aimed to strengthen neighbor ties.

Chico residents can use a temporary branch at 196 Memorial Way to borrow books, use computers and return materials during renovations at the Chico Branch, which will continue through 2027.

The branch opened Aug. 3 – offering a safe spot for library services this summer.

Butte Humane Society will host its 115th Anniversary Gala: Pearls of Compassion on Saturday, Sept.

19 at The Big Room at Sierra Nevada in Chico; the formal, black-tie optional event will fund animal care through silent and live auctions, with about 25 seats left and tickets available until Aug. 11.

Chico State marketing professor Matthew Stone led a study with the World Food Travel Association that shows 75% of tourists now pick destinations for local food (up from 53% in 2020).

Nearly 90% say trying local food is a key way to learn about a destination's culture.

The Butte County Water Commission will discuss the process for a potential AI data center proposal today at 1:30 p.m. in the Board of Supervisors Chambers as social media debate widens and residents+ express both environmental and economic concerns; the county clarified no proposal has yet been submitted.

A 5-year-old from Paradise with Revesz Syndrome awaits a life-saving liver transplant from the same donor who gave her bone marrow, which could make it the first of its kind.

A fundraiser will be held Saturday at the Ridge Top Parlor (Back to School Bash) to support her treatment.

Peak mosquito season is underway in Butte County as recent heat accelerates mosquito growth; health officials from the Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District are monitoring breeding areas and urging residents to report unusual activity — helping to keep the community safe.

Simpson University Redhawks football team will begin the fall season under a new head coach and aim to capture the school's first win.

The team is getting ready to use extra playing time from returning players to boost their performance.