Issue: January 26, 2012
Did you know ... that this is not the first time in Chico's history that the townspeople have been called upon to save Bidwell Mansion? And, in fact, the iconic home has had quite an interesting cast of inhabitants? This week's feature story delves into the history of Chico's most famous house.
In other news: Vince Haynie really loves Chapmantown; bird lovers, get ready for snow-geese season; and the Chico Outlaws' future is more than uncertain.
As always, we have much more in store for you, faithful readers.
Until next time,
Meredith Graham, managing editor
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A history of ‘narrow escapes’
Many Chicoans have worked hard over the years to preserve Bidwell Mansion. This story reminds us that, without their efforts, the mansion might not exist.
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Dueling funds
Let us clear up the confusion over two groups raising money for the mansion.
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Love, Chapman-style
Religious activist looks to improve a sometimes overlooked community.
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Revving their engines
Paradise women defy the odds and take top spots in national drag-racing championship.
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Are the Outlaws outbound?
The future of Chico’s professional baseball club looks bleak.
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City manager steps down
Dave Burkland announces August retirement plans.
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‘Mission creep’ a water grab?
Supervisors protest Delta Plan’s incursion into local watershed.
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Mixed grades for online ed
Chico State ranks high for instructor quality, low for technology and student engagement.
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Is Sam the man?
Former Sen. Sam Aanestad is hinting he’ll run for Herger’s seat. If he does, it will be a donnybrook.
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Local school poverty rates
It’s no surprise they’ve gone up since 2007.
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Bird world
Chico State biology professor and waterfowl expert Jay Bogiatto weighs in on the abundance of geese that are set to grace the upcoming Snow Goose Festival.
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Small steps, big impact
NASA scientists claim small changes could slow global warming.
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Keystone XL rejected
Obama says TransCanada can still submit a revised plan.
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Stately energy boost
State and federal officials have agreed to put renewable energy on the fast track.
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Be kind to the bees (please)!
More than ever, it is critically important to learn about bees and how to protect them from demise.
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Recycling never sounded so good
Murfie: a fun way to recycle your CDs.
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Medical-loss ratio as medical gain?
A look at the potential effect of medical loss ratio (MLR) reimbursement on health-care consumers and providers as outlined in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
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New-school proverbs
A collection of unorthodox tips for a longer life.
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Pot better on lungs than tobacco
A UCSF study indicates smoking pot isn’t so bad for the lungs.
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The needs of the few
One percent of the nation accounted for 20 percent of health-care spending in 2009.
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UC system bans tobacco
The campuses of the University of California will be smoke-free by 2014.
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Supreme Court nails GPS issue
Butte County law enforcement has used tracking devices to get warrants—but it won’t anymore.
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State of disunion
President’s speech fails to explain the fundamental issue facing the nation.
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Making public schools work
Charters are great, but the quality of public schools is what really matters.
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Ping-pong passion
Erin O’Neil and his table tennis club offer a venue for some serious ping-pong.
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Jane Dolan’s new job
She’s catching flak, but is it deserved?
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Wolves at the door
Underground black-metal duo Wolves in the Throne Room garner mainstream attention.
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Pasta for breakfast?
Elio’s—restaurant Italian food from a truck.
This article was published on 01.26.12
