Taking the plunge Hundreds swim across Sycamore Pool on New Year’s Day This article was published on 01.04.18 Hundreds gathered at Sycamore Pool in Chico on New Year’s Day for the annual Polar Bear Plunge. With outside temps hovering around 60 degrees, the weather was unseasonably warm—the water, however, provided a refreshing jolt at a cool 39 degrees.Photo courtesy of Juan Cortez More Local Stories » News Pic Keep the net open Protesters rally in Chico in support of net neutrality. Published on 12.14.17 Marching against war Peace activists celebrate Armistice Day in downtown Chico. Published on 11.16.17 Pushing for peace Chico Peace & Justice Center announces new Confronting Endless War campaign. Published on 10.12.17 Science marchers Over 1,000 people take to Chico streets in the name of science. Published on 04.27.17 It’s official Chico State welcomes President Gayle Hutchinson during investiture ceremony. Published on 03.09.17