Good morning, Chico.

Becky Brown, principal of Inspire School of Arts and Sciences, announced a ribbon cutting ceremony to open the new campus on Aug.

13 at 7 p.m. + Community members are invited to tour the facility before students start classes.

Aliza Thuemler, a junior (3.7 GPA), was named Scholar Athlete of the Month for her achievements in field hockey, softball and her school’s drill team while excelling in English and science.

An overflow crowd gathered at the Butte County Board of Supervisors chambers today as the Water Commission discussed options for a future AI data center proposal — community members raised concerns about groundwater and long-term environmental impacts.

District 3 Water Commissioner Aimee Raymond led the discussion.

Butte County residents gathered on Aug.

5 at the Board of Supervisors Chambers to oppose a potential artificial intelligence data center they say could strain the water supply — Paula Daneluk noted no application has been filed while over 50 residents offered comments.

Enloe Health began construction on a $120 million heart, vascular and imaging center at 250 W.

East Ave. that will feature advanced imaging on the first floor and cardiovascular services on the second, and it is set to open in summer while increasing patient capacity by over 25% + supporting local jobs.

Chico city officials found dangerous E. coli levels Monday at Sycamore Pool in Lower Bidwell Park — prompting officials to recommend avoiding water contact.

Lower bacteria levels were detected Wednesday under a swim advisory, and officials will update recommendations after Thursday’s test results come in.