Issue: November 03, 2011
Good morning, CN&R readers,
A Paradise man is the picture of reformation. In the early 1980s, Steve
Arrington was busted for smuggling cocaine destined for John DeLorean
(though DeLorean--yeah, the guy who created the Back to the Future car--was
acquitted on all charges). After serving about three years, Arrington came
out a changed man. He tells us his story, which he also shares in a book he
recently published about his life.
In other news: Harvest season is also busy season for local law
enforcement; one parent questions what her daughter is learning in history
class; and Chico State offers psychiatry via TV screen.
Read on,
Meredith Graham, managing editor
As always, we also have much, much more in store for you, so keep reading.
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From convict to crusader
In 1982 Steve Arrington was arrested with John DeLorean for smuggling $24 million worth of cocaine. The bust saved his life, he says.
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Proliferation of pot
Sheriff’s deputies bust several high-volume marijuana farms.
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Teaching Islam a touchy subject
Parent complains about history curriculum; school district defends its right to teach about religion.
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City reacts to continuing budget woes
Moving money may be the best option, Chico City Council agrees.
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Halloween weekend exits with a whimper
Plenty of arrests, but not much action on this long holiday weekend.
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Bird watch
Don Bird goes after Tehama County registrar to get to Jim Nielsen.
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Chico Great Debate divides sides
This year’s topic: merit pay and tenure in K-12 schools.
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Referendum, here we come
Citizens for Compassionate Use back with another petition, this time opposing the county ban on dispensaries.
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Education at a cost
Middle-income families fall back when it comes to UC enrollment.
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Zombies invade City Plaza
Don’t worry, they just want to dance.
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Vampire cable
Those little set-top cable-TV boxes really suck up electricity and spew polluting CO2 emissions.
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Green waste practices
Waste Management’s Chico branch recognized for sustainability.
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Lundberg on the green-biz forefront
Lundberg Family Farms receives award for innovation in energy and agriculture.
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No wood smoke, please
An ordinance restricting wood-stove users in Chico is coming into effect.
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Greenfeet.com and the Fukushima Plate!
Greenfeet.com helps soldiers afford green goods; plus, the Fukushima Plate detects radiation levels in your sushi.
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Light right
Trade in your old Christmas lights for energy-efficient alternatives (at a discount!).
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Treatment from a distance
How convenient can a shrink be? Check out telepsychiatry.
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Local hospitals honored
HealthGrades releases latest rankings.
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Bad air days
San Joaquin Valley study shows ER admission rates and pollution levels go hand-in-hand.
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Cellphones don’t link to cancer?
A Danish study shows no link between long-term cellphone use and cancer.
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The rich should pay more
The great success of the Occupy movement has been showing that wealth inequality is a threat to democracy.
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Keep roadless areas intact
House Republicans want to throw out rule that protects the national forests.
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A grandmother joins the protest
Marching for a government that represents everyone.
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Letters for November 3, 2011
Our always-sharp readers let us know what they think.
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Chico’s poker queen
Angie Harris celebrates 14 years owning Angie’s Poker Club, with plans to expand.
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Another senseless murder
The random shooting of David Yang had an earlier parallel in the killing of Jimmy Lee Campbell.
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The Classic
Chico State students document FC Barcelona vs Real Madrid rivalry.
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Larry Vuckovich
Something special from Bay Area pianist Larry Vuckovich.
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Shane Dwight
Rock and blues recharged on Shane Dwight’s latest.
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Audiovisual adventure
Symphony to perform Brubecks’ composition set to Ansel Adams’ photographs.
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Vintage 2011
2011 weather anomalies took their toll on Nor Cal crops.
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Everyday Sunshine
A quick and easy nugget of film goodness or badness.
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Paranormal Activity 3
A quick and easy nugget of film goodness or badness.
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