Issue: May 10, 2012
Good afternoon, readers:
We're excited for you to read this week's cover story, "A Monk's Life," about the brothers of the Abbey of New Clairvaux. Many of you may be familiar with the Vina monastery, but writer Jerry Olenyn, because he works at the Abbey, has unprecedented access to the brothers. It shows in the piece, as the monks talk not only about their life in service to God, but also about their pasts outside of the Abbey.
In Newslines this week, you'll get a taste of local politics. CN&R staff writer Ken Smith has a report on the League of Women Voters' candidates' forum, which included those seeking to fill the seat of retiring 1st District Congressman Wally Herger. Editor Robert Speer takes us south to Biggs for a story on some troubles in the school district, which is at odds with the teachers' union on a contract. Speaking of contract negotiations, news editor Tom Gascoyne has a write up on the California Nurses Association's picket at Enloe Medical Center last Friday. And there's more ...
Over in the Arts and Culture, there's a write up on Chico's latest print publication, Empirical Magazine. And you'll also find a review of the Chico State School of the Arts' production of Oklahoma!
Quick brag: The CN&R won three awards in a statewide journalism contest. One of them, a first-place award, is for local government coverage produced by Robert Speer, Tom Gascoyne and yours truly. Our Arts and Culture section, under the fearless leadership of Jason Cassidy, finished second to our sister paper, the Sacramento News & Review. Check out Downstroke to learn more.
Thanks for continuing to read and support the CN&R,
-Melissa Daugherty, managing editor
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A monk’s life
A rare close-up portrait of some of the remarkable men who live as monks at the Abbey of New Clairvaux.
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From grapes to grace
My farm worker parents wanted an easier life for me, but I chose substance and authenticity over affluence.
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Big ‘ifs’ in Biggs
The town’s new schools superintendent faces some daunting challenges.
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Herger’s hot seat
Seven of eight candidates square off over retiring Congressman Wally Herger’s seat.
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Weekend warriors
Chico Police had their hands full over the holiday.
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Contract impasse
Enloe nurses stage picket in light of stalled contract talks.
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Water lawsuit in the works
AquAlliance sues Butte Water District over plan to ship water south of the Delta.
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Pat on the back
Chico News & Review wins a statewide award for local government coverage.
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Debate continues over noise law
Chico police want to write citations without giving warnings, but City Councilman Andy Holcombe has another idea.
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Union blues
Stats on the declining number of American union workers.
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Faire play
The Endangered Species Faire on May 5 was the place to be for environmentally savvy kids and their parents wanting to have an enjoyable day.
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Accolades for oil producer
Locally-produced olive oil wins award in Japan.
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Chico Wildflower gets greener
The 100-mile cycling race diverted 82 percent of generated waste from local landfills.
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Smog, smog, go away
California’s cities are among the most ozone-polluted in the country.
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Safeway says no—again
Safeway won’t allow school for developmentally disabled to sell raffle tickets in front of its Mangrove Avenue store, despite having given prior permission.
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Doggie delight
Molly Mutt duvets and stuff-sacks are eco-friendly and stylish.
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Bad report card
In a recent study, Butte County ranked a dismal 44th out of 58 counties on overall health of its citizens.
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A short course to beat latent TB
It’s estimated that more than 9,000 county residents have latent tuberculosis. Untreated, it can become active, but the good news is that treatment is easier and faster than ever.
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DNA can be altered by violence
Violence can accelerate the aging process in children.
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Pesticide, brain abnormalities linked
Pregnant mothers are urged to avoid agricultural areas sprayed with chlorpyrifos.
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At-home STD tests
Young Bay Area women can order STD testing kit online.
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Pipe down, folks
Chico City Councilman Andy Holcombe has a good idea to resolve chronic noise complaints.
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The end of austerity
For two years Europeans have been trying to end the recession by instituting severe austerity measures. It hasn’t worked, and last week voters revolted.
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A soon-to-have can’t wait
The Republican path to a classless society.
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Chico’s NFL referee
Catch Chico’s Don Carlsen refereeing during the NFL’s next season.
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City Council ironies
The Chico City Council may be split along liberal-conservative lines, but as a vote last week showed, the split can be nuanced.
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Empire of three
Chico trio launches Empirical, a literary and current affairs magazine.
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More than OK
Chico State’s spring musical, Oklahoma!, ends the semester on a grand note.
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Get in the kitchen, man
Man up, with Esquire’s ultimate collection of food writing and recipes.
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Dream team
Joss Whedon is right choice to helm The Avengers blockbuster.
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The perfect meal
Documenting the greatest Sushi chef in the world.
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