Issue: October 26, 2017
Morning, readers,
This week we have some somber—but heart-wrenching—reads for you that revolve around the theme of death. We interview a cemetery employee who helps families navigate their options when a loved one passes, an elder law specialist who helps people prepare for end-of-life decisions, and to several hospice workers who care for the dying. As Halloween and Dia de los Muertos approach, we also take a look at some of the events happening around town to celebrate those holidays.
In other news: A sheriff's deputy's lawsuit alleging the Butte County Sheriff's Office discriminated against him because of his race cleared a hurdle last week and moves forward; the Chico Museum closed without fanfare—what's going on there?; and Arts DEVO bids farewell to well-known local arts-maker Lew Gardner.
One last thing: I have a request! Every year, we put together an issue dedicated to Local Heroes. These are people who volunteer their time and energy to causes near and far. In other words, they do it because they love to give back—not because they're paid to. We are looking for nominees! So, if you know someone who fits the bill, please email us at chiconewstips@newsreview.com, with Local Heroes in the subject line. Please include your name and number, plus a reason why you're nominating who you're nominating. Thanks in advance! (Deadline to submit nominations is next Thursday, Nov. 2.)
Until next week,
Meredith J. Cooper, managing editor
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Comforting the living
Longtime Brusie employee helps the bereft with funeral planning.
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Planning ahead
Outlining end-of-life wishes for yourself and your loved ones.
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Culture of discrimination
Lawsuit alleging racial harassment at Butte County Sheriff’s Office moves forward.
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In memoriam
At Chico State’s Día de los Muertos celebration, the dead are honored guests.
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Teenage persistence
Joshua Brown says he’ll defy a cease-and-desist order from Rep. Doug LaMalfa.
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Gun theft at gunpoint
The victim, who was on campus at the time, says the suspects were teenagers.
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Homicide victim identified
He is 21-year-old Lorenzo Paz, who shot and killed his brother last year.
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Jon Snows and giraffes
Websites Pinterest and Lyst analyze user data to predict the most popular Halloween costumes of 2017.
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A matchstick
Concerns about Bidwell Park surface in the wake of catastrophic Nor Cal wildfires.
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Expanding benefits
California among majority of states resisting GOP’s efforts to corral Medicaid spending.
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Grieve well
Strategies for coping with the loss of a loved one.
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Blessed are the caregivers
It takes special people to provide compassionate care at the end of life.
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Don’t expect real courage
Three prominent senators have stood up to Trump, but their colleagues are unlikely to do follow.
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Embracing death
On trying to enjoy each remaining moment on Earth.
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The good doctor
On Down Syndrome Awareness Month and the retirement of a beloved Paradise pediatrician.
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Comfort at the end
Keira Troxell helps bring peace to dying pets in their final moments.
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New market in town
Gratitude Market opens on edge of downtown; Lovely Layers Cakery now serving soup; and CalFresh expanded for fire victims.
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Halloweening well
A preview of the tricks and treats in store for this scary season.
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Got that swing
An evening of toe-tapping jazz at Chico State.
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Alice and me
Food maverick inspires Tuck’s simple culinary vision.
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Into the void
Harry Dean Stanton shines in one of his final roles.
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You don’t choose family
Noah Baumbach’s latest now streaming on Netflix.
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Farm City Celebration
The official guide to the Farm City Celebration.
This article was published on 10.26.17