Good morning, Chico.

Chico Area Recreation and Park District will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Aquatics and Recreation Center at 11:30 a.m. on August 21 at 13365 Garner Lane—land donated by philanthropists Ken Grossman and Katie Gonser and a $6 million grant making the project possible.

Local contractor Slater and Son, Inc. is already working on the $30 million project.

Chico police responded to a street fight on Hartford Drive near Forest Avenue early Monday morning and found that two people were involved—one of whom went to a hospital with minor injuries—before closing the road for about two and a half hours until it reopened.

The Chico Police Department said that one confirmed victim sustained non-life threatening injuries — the suspect remains at large after a shooting on the bike path near Rio Lindo Avenue on Monday afternoon.

Business owners in Chico are relieved as students return from summer break and boost local spending.

Chico Chai House, a downtown business opened less than a year ago, hosted group meet-ups with the Butte County Mobile Library and offered special drinks — efforts that helped overcome a summer slowdown.

Chico is asking a federal judge in October to release it from a settlement with unhoused residents because the deal limits its fire safety work on high-risk properties—this is its second attempt after a similar request was denied last year—Legal Services said the move delays needed action.

Chico City Council will revisit road renovation plans on South Park Drive alongside Bidwell Park today at 6 p.m.—community feedback raised concerns over accessibility, traffic, and cyclist safety.

Councilmember Tom Van Overbeek admitted the plan was flawed and said the meeting may resolve these issues.

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.

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!

Stories by Starlight

8:30-9:30 p.m. — Chico Community Observatory — Free admission — Experience an enchanting night of celestial storytelling and music beneath the stars.

The Record Company Live

6-7:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. — Check for ticket prices — Experience the soulful sounds and family-like bond of The Record Company during their Big Room debut.

Aaron Wolf’s My People Tour

7-11 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of music with Aaron Wolf, Triple Tree, and DJ Cootdog at a family-friendly show.

Trevor Lloyd’s Violin Tendencies

5-7 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Free entry — Experience a captivating blend of jazz rock fusion with electric violinist Trevor Lloyd.