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Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Foreman Brian Werner of Biggs set a new record at the Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival—his Atlantic Giant pumpkin weighed 2147 pounds and measured 206.5 inches, earning him a 7000 dollar prize. Action News Now
- ➤ Butte County is spotlighting youth homelessness this November as the Voices United Youth Advisory Board organizes events for National Homeless Youth Awareness Month—activities include a tabling at the Almond Bowl 5K/10K on November 2 at Bidwell Park, proclamations by Gridley, Chico, Oroville, and Paradise Town, and a vigil at Chico Municipal Building on November 13. Data show nearly 1,800 students experienced homelessness during the 2023-24 school year, and while the 6th Street Center for Youth in Chico helps 275 youth each year, the county still lacks an overnight shelter and proper support services. Action News Now
- ➤ The Chico Housing Action Team launched a food drive to help over 200 residents facing hunger from the government shutdown and suspended SNAP benefits — the group will accept nonperishable food donations and grocery store gift cards at its new office at 1095 Nelson St. starting Monday, November 3. Donations such as rice, beans, oatmeal and canned goods are encouraged. Action News Now
- ➤ Brian Werner — a foreman from Biggs — took home the grand prize at the Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival on Oct 31 when his record-breaking Atlantic Giant Pumpkin weighed 2,147 pounds and measured 206.5 inches wide. He earned $7,000 for his win. Action News Now
- ➤ North State residents who rely on CalFresh may face delays in benefits because of the federal shutdown, so local food banks are offering food aid. The resource list includes pantries in Chico and counties like Butte, Glenn, and Colusa, with one center (South Chico Community Assistance Center operating on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays) active to help those in need. North State Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chico State hosted its annual Pumpkin Drop on Friday as several hundred schoolchildren gathered on campus to watch about two dozen pumpkins drop 50 feet from a crane. Science demonstrators, including students dressed as famous thinkers, explained that without air resistance all objects fall at the same rate — a key lesson in physics — and the pumpkins’ colorful crash became a memorable part of the event. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Paradise Irrigation District tested its water on Friday for PFAS and found no detectable levels in samples taken in 2023 and again in August—meeting EPA requirements—while upholding strict testing standards for safe drinking water. Action News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Halloween night, a high school football game featured two standout defensive plays that were in contention for Play of the Week honors on Oct 31. The intense contest impressed fans and showcased the toughness of local teams — a thrilling moment in the season. Action News Now
- ➤ On October 31st, 2025, segment two of Week 10 of Under the Lights aired and featured full interviews and unsolved mysteries in a sports feature—providing a recap of key moments from the week. Action News Now
- ➤ On October 31st, 2025, Under the Lights aired its leadoff segment featuring the big Game of the Week. Action News Now
- ➤ Today at Foothill High School in Palo Cedro, Division One and Division Two Masters swimmers from Chico High School and Pleasant Valley High School will compete in a swim meet that is the closest a local high school event can come to a state title. Action News Now
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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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Jared Hovis Annual Show
7-10 p.m. — Tackle Box — Presale tickets available — Enjoy an evening with Nashville artist Jared Hovis and opening act Harlan in a festive country music atmosphere.
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