Good morning, Chico.

On September 27th, the Soroptimist International of Bidwell Rancho will host its first-ever lobster feast at 2500 Estes Road in Chico with check-in at 5:30 p.m. and dinner served at 6:30 p.m.—tickets cost $110 and the meal will feature Maine lobster, artichoke, corn, tiger prawns, Louisiana hot links, new red potatoes, sourdough baguette, and drawn butter.

Firefighters extinguished a vegetation fire that started in a construction lot near 5th and Walnut Streets early Tuesday morning at 4 a.m.—the blaze threatened a nearby apartment complex and burned a dumpster and a fence with no evacuations or road closures reported.

Chico police took a man suspected of felony assault into custody yesterday after he led officers on a one-hour standoff near Teichert Ponds when he hid beneath heavy vegetation in the water – officers located him after he fled from them.

Kiano Sen Saechao, a 23-year-old Chico man, is facing a hate crime charge for damaging a reporter's camera on Sept.

4 during a racist incident at the Elks Lodge, causing over $2,500 in damage and setting bail at $25,000 with a court date on Sept. 11.

The volunteer firefighter station in Berry Creek reopened today after the Bear Fire destroyed it five years ago, and the Butte County Board of Supervisors will recognize its completion—bringing a key service back for local residents.

Caltrans announced paving work on southbound Highway 99 today with one-way traffic control from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.—this follows Tuesday’s completed northbound work between Rock Creek and Cana Highway.

Officials also scheduled lane closures on northbound for Sept. 11, 15 and 16 and advised drivers to expect delays.

Chico announced plans to distribute seven-day notices to residents at three homeless camps slated for clearance—first at Teichert Ponds where 14 people are camping and 18 camps have been abandoned.

Chico State’s Damian Garcia—who trained at Mammoth to build on his breakout season as CCAA Track Athlete of the Year and All-America honoree—is set to lead the Wildcats as they chase a 23rd consecutive CCAA crown and will run at the Kim Duyst Invitational in Turlock starting on September 13.

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.

Rock, Gem & Jewelry Show

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — $6 Adults, under 16 Free — Explore vibrant gems, jewelry, and family-friendly activities at this mineral showcase.

Silver Dollar Fall Nationals

11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Silver Dollar Speedway — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of Fall Nationals live at Silver Dollar Speedway.

Blossom Pop-up Market

11 AM – 4 PM — Lassen Cidery — Free entry — Celebrate local talent with a vibrant market featuring handmade goods, live music, and family-friendly activities.

TopHouse Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — Lost on Main — 21+ — Experience the energetic blend of folk, bluegrass, and rock with TopHouse.

The Expendables Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Entry details not specified — Enjoy a high-energy performance from one of reggae's most genre-blending bands in Chico.

Oktoberfest 2025

12-5 a.m. — House Of Rice — Celebrate with friends and family — An unforgettable evening of beer, food, and live music awaits.