Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chico Rotary will host its 2nd Annual Surf and Turf Fundraiser at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds on November 8th—an event that will help fund improvements at Centennial Park, community gardens at Chapman Park and continue its annual $100,000 youth scholarship program. Action News Now
- ➤ People at ARC of Butte County joined United Against Hate week to help educate local residents on preventing hate, discrimination and bullying — an effort that will continue as the week unfolds. Action News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Pepper fans in Chico and Northern California saw several popular flavors missing as the company shifts its distribution; only the Strawberries and Cream flavor is available at Winco because Keurig Dr. Pepper will take over distribution—ending its partnership with Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling in about a week. Action News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews from CAL FIRE Butte Unit will conduct burn operations in Forest Ranch, Magalia and near Lake Oroville this week to reduce dangerous fire fuels — the actions aim to lower fire risks in these targeted areas. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chico police have shared Halloween safety tips—advising residents to stay in familiar neighborhoods, use designated crosswalks, and drive slowly, while they also announced a glass bottle ban from October 30 at 6 p.m. to November 2 at 6 p.m. in downtown and south campus areas. Action News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mary Jo Brown, a Chico Area Recreation & Park District instructor, leads Move & Feel Better: Gentle Fitness classes that mix therapeutic movement — dance, strength training, cardio and balance exercises — to help older adults stay healthy and connected. New participants can join these inclusive sessions held every four weeks at Lakeside Pavilion. Action News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Butte College Roadrunners won a double overtime game as their defense forced a fumble from American River College Beavers' quarterback Frank Arcuri. Quinten Beamon returned the ball 47 yards to give his team a 7 to 0 lead early in the match. Action News Now
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Steely Dead Concert
7:30-11:00 p.m. — Lost on Main — Tickets on sale — Experience the unique musical fusion of The Grateful Dead and Steely Dan.
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Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
6:30-7:29 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Tickets selling fast — Experience Halloween classics performed by candlelight in an enchanting setting.
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Chico Rotary's Surf & Turf Fundraising Dinner
5-10 p.m. — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Check ticket prices online — Indulge in unlimited steak and lobster while enjoying live music and supporting local projects.
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Live Music with Off The Record
7-10 PM — The Commons Social Empourium — Free entry — Enjoy electrifying 80s rock and dance hits with Chico's own Off The Record.
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John Craigie Keep It Warm Tour 2025
6-10 p.m. — Paradise Performing Arts Center — Presale password KEEPITWARM25 — Enjoy an evening of music with John Craigie and the Coffis Brothers back in Paradise.
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