Good morning, Chico.

The Community Action Agency is distributing free boxes of food — at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico this weekend — to help local residents affected by the delay in SNAP benefits from the government shutdown.

Local businesses in downtown Chico participated in the first-ever Pink Friday event on November 21 when a store owner set up colorful holiday displays (Emilio Del Carpio of Action News Now reported).

Habitat for Humanity of Butte County is accepting lot donations in Chico and Paradise to rebuild affordable housing on The Ridge after the Camp Fire—donated lots must have enough space and a flat surface, and donors may qualify for a charitable tax deduction before federal laws change.

The third annual Stuff the Truck toy drive and car show will be held on Sunday in Chico — it will feature a toy collection and a car display to support a local cause.

The Butte County Office of Education will host a community keynote featuring bestselling author Mark C.

Perna on December 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Chico Masonic Family Center, where he will speak on motivating younger generations. The event is sponsored by the Butte and Glenn County Offices of Education and the Butte and Glenn CTE Career Pathways programs with additional support from California State University, Chico, and tickets are available on Eventbrite until December 3.

At the Butte County Farm Bureau building in Dayton, the 21st annual Agribee featured 19 fourth and fifth grade students competing in an agriculture-themed spelling bee that required them to both spell and define words—held at Four Corners.

Action News Now reported the event—highlighting local engagement with agricultural education.

Today, PG&E will raise water flows in the Poe Reach section of the North Fork of the Feather River—causing higher, faster water levels that may be dangerous for visitors.

Chico Police Department and Chico State will conduct an emergency drill on campus Monday, November 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.—campus access will be restricted while University Police, Butte County Sheriff’s Office, Paradise Police, Chico Fire, Enloe Medical Center paramedics, Enloe FlightCare and WellCat Health Center join to practice safety protocols for real emergencies.

Downtown Chico offers free Friday parking during the holiday season as part of a city program that began recently.

The free parking will continue every Friday until the final Friday of December—helping visitors save on parking costs while they shop.

An unplanned power outage left 2,110 Chico customers without power Friday night—PG&E said repairs will restore electricity by 4:30 a.m. today.

Former Anderson High School football coach Bob Reid passed away on Sunday at 89—he led his teams to 11 section title games and secured four championship wins during his career.

A Very Chico Nutcracker

7-10 p.m. — Laxson Auditorium — $17 – 32 — Experience a reimagined holiday classic filled with local charm and festive adventure.

Morgan Wallen Tribute Experience

8-10 p.m. — Tackle Box — Tiered pricing — Enjoy a night of live country music with the nationally acclaimed Morgan Wallen Experience.

Chikoko Bizarre Bazaar

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Free entry — Explore a creative marketplace featuring unique, quirky handmade gifts from local artisans.

Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Bella's Sports Pub — Tickets required — Celebrate the season in your ugliest holiday sweater with games, prizes, and festive cheer.

Agora Holiday Market

3-7 p.m. — Almond Orchard — Affordable vendor spaces — A festive community market showcasing local artisans, handmade goods, and joyful holiday spirit.

SunSquabi Performance

7-10 p.m. — Lost on Main — 21+ entry — Experience a unique musical journey as SunSquabi lights up the stage in Chico.

Celebration Market Holiday Pop-Up

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lassen Cidery — Free entry — Explore local vendors, live music, and festive treats at this two-day holiday market.

Celebration Market

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lassen Cidery — Free entry — Shop local artisans and enjoy festive fun for the whole family at this holiday market.

Candlelight Christmas Carols Concert

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Chico Women’s Club — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a candlelit setting.