Issue: March 18, 2010
A sad state of affairs at the Butte Humane Society
Contributor Tom Gascoyne delves into Chico’s animal shelter’s history, revealing years of neglect on the part of the city of Chico.
In other news: Three years ago, Hindu Chicoans had nowhere to worship together—today there are two places, the Grace Hindu Light Temple and Ananda Meditation Center of Chico. Arts Editor Jason Cassidy takes one for the team and taste-tests Sierra Nevada’s anniversary ales. Also, Recology Butte Colusa Counties is taking trash collection in a whole new direction.
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A history of neglect
For 10 years the city has known its animal shelter is grossly inadequate but has done almost nothing about it.
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Finally rejoicing
Two Hindu centers flourish in Chico after years with no place to celebrate.
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Lawman showdown
Dale Rasmussen joins race to unseat District Attorney Mike Ramsey.
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No apology necessary
City Council rejects Larry Wahl’s call for Commissioner Jon Luvaas to apologize for his comments related to a proposed bank drive-through.
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Can we all agree?
Unlikely town-hall panel finds accord on state budget crisis.
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Supes race gets interesting
City Councilman Larry Wahl challenges longtime Supervisor Jane Dolan for her 2nd District post; District 3 Supervisor Mauren Kirk has an opponent, too.
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BEC wins in water suit
Local conservation organization successful in lawsuit against California Department of Water Resources.
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New eco-chief in place
Chico State Professor Jim Pushnik is the new executive director of the Institute for Sustainable Development.
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Too many Fluffys and Fidos
Pet overpopulation is a huge problem in the United States.
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Trash evolution
Local disposal company focuses on reusing and recycling.
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Tots’ toxic jewelry recalled
High levels of cadmium spark second wave of recalls for children’s jewelry items.
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Safe harbor for Hawaii
Obama Administration promises protection for 48 Hawaii-only plant and animal species.
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Europe’s bright future
Italian government gives the OK to build Europe’s largest solar-powered plant.
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Are there pesticides on your food?
Here are lists of the best and worst.
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A weak apology
Lassen Park head’s statement on boy’s death doesn’t go far enough.
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An oily turn
Assemblyman Dan Logue has sold out to Big Oil polluters.
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The value of vernal pools
Upcoming conference explores whether vernal pools can be conserved and restored.
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Letters for March 18, 2010
Our always-sharp readers let us know what they think.
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Laughter’s medicine
Johnny Altman offers classes in laughter yoga as a way to feel better about life.
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What makes Chico great?
Thoughts on the town, its people and its awful animal shelter.
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Hamlet as you’ve never seen it
Stunning production opens Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s 75th season.
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Star: How Warren Beatty Seduced America
Warren Beatty has his way with the world, onscreen and in bed.
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Lady Antebellum
It don’t mean a thang if it ain’t got that twang.
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Craft-brew revolutionaries
Sierra Nevada Brewery’s Ken Grossman teams up with craft-brew pioneers.
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Rogue warrior
Bourne star and director make another fun political thriller.
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Alice in Wonderland
A quick and easy nugget of film goodness or badness.
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All you can eat
A Chico News & Review Dining Guide Spring/Summer 2010.
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‘Let’s go to Jack’s!’
The local landmark diner serves up hot food and good memories for decades.
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Just like family
Italian chef Sal Corona and his (extended) family have kept Caffé Malvina a Chico mainstay for 34 years.
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