Issue: February 21, 2008
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Delicious niches
Local entrepreneurs find the ‘mmmm’ in money.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Hobby bears fruit
Bertagna Son Kissed Vineyard is a labor of love for a couple who value the growth of their sons more than the growth of the business.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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¡Muy caliente!
Stay-at-home dad Tim Sharkey spices up his life with California Habanero Blends, the line of hot sauces he cooked up in his kitchen.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Sweet second act
For the fun of it, a Paradise cop and his wife buy Joy Lyn’s Candies. Eight years later, they’re still like kids in a candy store.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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First Chico, then the world
A high school project paves the way for Maisie Jane’s eponymous, enormous business.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Branching out
When Lewis Johnson started tending his family’s orchards, little did he know he’d start making olive oil—let alone own two labels.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Water crisis
A renowned Canadian expert on the world’s water crisis shares her insights with a group of Chicoans.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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City Council
When city staff said money could be saved by disbanding a commission that no longer was needed, councilmembers decided to let the commission reinvent itself.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Twenty-five years on death row
Two years after she first profiled her friend Andre Burton, the author brings us up to date on his appeals and the state’s efforts to repair what all agree is a broken system.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Solidly behind Staley
Shortly after one vote of confidence, the school board decides to hire interim superintendent Kelly Staley on a permanent basis.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Dem to take on Herger
A Trinity County supervisor—a Democrat, no less—has the gumption to challenge 11-term incumbent Rep. Wally Herger.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Disease not so dangerous
Recent “outbreak” of canine distemper virus not an outbreak at all.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Green screens
Local groups connect the community with environmental films events.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Moth kill draws fire
Bay Area residents are worried about planes spraying pesticides to kill an invasive moth.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Lumber raid aids rainforest
Law-enforcement officials crack down on illegal logging in the Amazon.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Day off for the Earth
Workers at a British nonprofit get a day off to reduce their carbon footprints.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Lookin’ out for lead
Reduce your exposure to lead-contaminated drinking water.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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The candidates on Cuba
The resignation of Fidel Castro raise an interesting question: Where do the presidential hopefuls stand?
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Show us the money
When rock-ribbed conservative Sen. Sam Aanestad thinks a state budget cut is unfair, it probably is.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Make Chico a rain-absorbent city
Too much pure water gets wasted in local homes—actually, on and around local homes.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Letters for February 21, 2008
Our always-sharp readers let us know what they think.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Butte’s birdman
Nik Weber is a vet who also happens to race pigeons.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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What a story!
Did you see the story about the bones discovered at Lake Oroville? You don’t know the half of it …
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Are you experienced?
Brianna Ocampo’s latest exhibit an ‘experiment of nostalgia.’
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Arts DEVOté
That guy carving in the desk in seventh grade is actually a brilliant artist; weirdo Shel Silverstein wrote stories for your kids!; Guy B. Morey still loves Amanda Detmer; and this week’s Bi-Weekly Devotions.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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The bike king
Avid cyclist helped put Chico on the map as a bike-friendly town.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Days of Lore
TV is back for the attack; Matt Hogan remembered; Indiana Jones and the Missing American Flag; and one month down … 11 to go.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Does W stand for Worst?
Author/prof Frank Callahan lets Bush have it … in so many words.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Welcome to Hooliwood
Localz The Hooliganz take you to Hooliwood.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Don’t call it a comeback!
Bay Area metal giants are ready to thrash again.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Sheer elegance
New seafood restaurant’s delightful service and food well worth the price.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Definitely decent
As rom-coms go, this one is actually romantic and funny.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Fine-tuned tapestry
Rebecca and Robert Bluestone bring their unique blend of music and weaving to Chico.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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