Issue: July 24, 2008
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Firefighting’s hired guns
Contractors such as Chico-based Firestorm battle blazes at home insurance companies’ behest.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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Post-fire thanks
Grateful neighbors send public letters of appreciation to generous neighbors.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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Home run for fish
The historic plan to restore 42 miles of salmon and steelhead spawning grounds in Battle Creek.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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New court, new judge
Prosecutor Clare Keithley joins the Butte County bench amid major renovation.
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Chico councilwoman’s arrest gets tongues wagging
Mary Flynn, whose past includes a DUI conviction disclosed on the campaign trail, faces a similar charge following a parking mishap at Great Harvest Bread.
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Fish tales
Nearing completion of environmental documents, Upper Bidwell Park’s fish ladder restoration project is one step closer to boosting salmon runs.
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‘Total disregard for voters’ rights’
Local activist Don Bird files writ the right way, with Secretary of State Debra Bowen.
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Supes weigh in
They’ll have the final say on future development in Butte County.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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Still waitin’ on candidates
Some have announced their intent to run for local councils; others remain secretive.
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Arson wreaks havoc
Costs of intentional fires are staggering; however, the number of instances has dwindled over the years.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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Forever farms
Northern California Regional Land Trust, a Chico-based conservation organization, ensures agricultural lands stay as they are.
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Smelt getting a lifeline?
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service considers boosting the fish species’ status to endangered.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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Not funny, Mr. President
Pollution joke by George Bush doesn’t go over well at environmental summit.
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More environmental accolades
Chico State earns props from another Web site dedicated to sustainability.
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Hurray for ollas!
Save water and time by irrigating your garden with this ancient device.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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SB 375 sends the right message
Reducing emissions will be a pipe dream without changes in the way our growing state develops.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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Hard times across the board
It’s obvious that gas prices won’t go down … so what can you do about it?
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Public art should hold public appeal
When it comes to municipal masterpieces, taxpayers want to “get” what they pay for.
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Letters for July 24, 2008
Our always-sharp readers let us know what they think.
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‘I was there’
Corey Hunter tries to boost the morale of firefighters with California Fire Shirts.
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No point to finger-pointing
Why rail on the past when it’s the present and future we should address?
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Looks like teen spirit
Gossipy teen soap operas come alive with Blue Room Theatre’s farcical The Valley.
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Arts DEVOté
Turn off your mind, relax and join Arts DEVOté on trip to the Blue Room, City Art meetings, Shakespeare on the Plaza (in Paradise), the world of Sid & Marty Krofft and into the domain of a masturbating parking meter.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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Black Rock City, baby
Is a day on the playa at Burning man a good idea for the kiddies?
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The vinyl countdown
Taking a trip to the thrift store for some record hunting.
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Get Way Back
Storied Canadian guitarist pays tribute to songwriter Percy Mayfield.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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Honeysuckle Weeks
Los Angeles twee-pop duo gets back together … a little too together.
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Voodoo child
From Detroit via Joshua Tree comes Scott Wexton … and his alter ego, The Voodoo Organist.
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Multiple choice
Buffets?! Kwando offers variety that’s fresh and light.
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Batman’s beacon of hope
Batman epic delves deeper than the usual good vs. evil.
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Mamma mia is right
Musical tribute to ABBA doesn’t translate will to the big screen.
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Journey to the Center of the Earth
A quick and easy nugget of film goodness or badness.
This article was published on 07.24.08
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Hellboy II: The Golden Army
A quick and easy nugget of film goodness or badness.
This article was published on 07.24.08