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What's up Chico! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How is Chico State’s enrollment rebound reshaping the campus and city?
  • Which Chico streets saw the week’s most serious crime reports?
  • How will Chico help reimagine Bidwell Mansion after last year’s fire?

Also on today's calendar: Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Chico and 3 more events.

Find out what's happening in Chicofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: I once read a book about anti-gravity. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Chicofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Friday: Turning sunny; chilly, with a high of 47 and low of 39 degrees.
  • Saturday: Fog in the a.m.; partly sunny, temps: high: 51, low: 40.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and cool, with a high of 51 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• California State University sees largest enrollment jump in over a decade (krcrtv.com) — Chico State University’s enrollment is up about 2% this fall, adding just over 240 students and helping stabilize the campus budget after steep pandemic-era losses. CSU-wide numbers are also rising, and staff say Chico’s appeal and new partnerships with local schools are key to bringing more students back.
   

• Man accused of pointing gun at tree saying, ‘FBI, freeze' (chicoer.com) — Recent police and sheriff logs show multiple serious incidents in Chico, including a reported homicide on Warner Street, several robberies, and multiple sexual assaults across town. The report also lists assaults, burglaries, and other violent crimes in nearby communities like Oroville, Magalia, Concow, and Palermo, giving residents a snapshot of regional public safety concerns.
   

• Chico community unites to honor Bidwell Mansion one year after devastating fire (krcrtv.com) — One year after the Bidwell Mansion fire, Chico residents and state parks leaders are gathering to remember the loss and help shape the landmark’s future. Public meetings and a “Reimagine Bidwell Mansion” booth invite locals to share ideas, while the Visitor Center reopens with special events honoring Annie Bidwell and celebrating Victorian holiday traditions.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Santa, Festive Food, Artisans Market.
    Farm to Fork The Wyld Flour A Taste of Mikasa Golden Bites Crepes & Coco H.C Sweets MCP Farms Sunrise Bake House Bread Four Peaks Medicinals Piston… (Nextdoor Richardson Springs)
  • Hey Everyone, I put out the Newsletter for the Shelter and I would like to do a separate issue in January on any animal adopted from Chico Animal Shelter and how they are doing!
    I know a lot of you have adopted. Just write the name of your pet, when you adopted and how they are doing along with a photo or two. Just write a… (Nextdoor E Lassen to Eaton)
  • Fog persists, rain and wind expected next week | Midday Report (X: ChicoER)
  • Entire roadway blocked by tree down. Dayton Road south of Rodgers Avenue for an unknown duration. (X: CHP_Chico)
  • Enloe Health posted a job opening for Patient Access Rep III- Admitting (Per Diem, Varied) in Chico. Apply here.
  • The Save Mart Companies posted a job opening for Bakery Manager - Food Maxx - 2051 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Chico, CA 95928 in Chico. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chico here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • 63-year-old healthcare provider files Chapter 11 bankruptcy (thestreet.com)
  • Oroville biomass energy talks continue, no official plans set (fresnobee.com)

Ok Chico! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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