Issue: April 23, 2009
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Bike Issue: Pondering pedaling
Locals sound off about whether Chico is deserving of its bike-friendly rep.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Bike Issue: Risky junctures
Here are Chico spots where bikes and cars don’t tend to mix.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Bike Issue: Can’t we all just get along?!?
Riders and drivers jockey for position on the streets of Chico, where they truly can coexist without clashing—or crashing.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Bike Issue: Tips to coexist
Keep these thoughts in mind while navigating the streets of Chico on a bike or in a car.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Bike Issue: The joy of commuting
A bicycle weighs only about 25 pounds, but it can propel a person through space at a remarkably quick clip. It’s also healthful and fun. What’s not to like?
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Bike Issue: Tour de Chance
Avid cyclists Christina and Bob Aranguren undertook a five-day trek from Chico to Fort Bragg. Here’s a travelogue.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Wildflower chronicles
Ed McLaughlin shares the history of the Wildflower Century race—and the “quasi-organized group of folks” that became Chico Velo.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Reverend rebukes the ultimate condemnation
Carroll Pickett, a former death-row chaplain in Texas who’s visiting Chico, shares what he’s seen—what’s shown in the documentary At the Death House Door.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Caper Acres? Highway 32? Who knows?
With dueling 4-3 votes, the Chico City Council endorses a Lower Park site for the short course, then decides to reconsider moving the course from Upper Park at all.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Mortenson writes final chapter of Book in Common
After months of build-up, Three Cups of Tea author Greg Mortenson doesn’t disappoint.
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Mall takes another hit
General Growth Properties, which owns the Chico Mall, files for bankruptcy.
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Superfund site safe, but cleanup continues
EPA says Koppers site safe, but groundwater pollution remains.
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Walmart expansion back on front burner
Forest Avenue supercenter plan’s EIR is up for public comment.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Bike commuting 101
There are no more excuses not to ride to work.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Life-cyclist
At 84 years old, bike enthusiast Bill Gibson proves that age is just a number.
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Eco-conscious childcare
Chico provider is first Butte County site to receive environmental endorsement.
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Recycling wrap-up
Chico State’s Associated Students promote recycling, reducing and reusing during RecycleMania 2009.
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Vote, already!
Chico State students can show administrators that they want to eat locally.
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Marvel of a museum
Newly built California Academy of Science goes the sustainable distance.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Know your wildflowers
Flora fans can brush up on varieties with this word-find puzzle from the Bureau of Land Management.
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The story behind the story
For a real-life example of good reporting, check out the story behind the Sandra Cantu story.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Untying the budget knot
Here’s a simple, clear way to solve the state’s budget problems.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Lump of coal in ‘clean’ energy stocking
Global warming skeptics energized by the Heartland Institute’s convention should wipe the soot from their eyes.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Letters for April 23, 2009
Our always-sharp readers let us know what they think.
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Three-wheel drive
Hugh Kern of Peregrine Bicycle Works finds success peddling (when not pedaling) recumbent tricycles.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Clusterduff
Council’s disc-golf decision invokes immortal words: “Well, there you go again…”
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Ritual artist
Multi-instrumentalist Joe Craven visits Chico for series of performances and workshops.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Heavier Than Heaven
Looking back at Kurt Cobain’s life 15 years after his suicide.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Punk Rock Fun Time Activity Book
Aye Jay follows up his gangsta rap, indie rock and heavy metal selections with one for the punks.
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Ten (Deluxe Edition)
Classic Pearl Jam, reimagined and with new old songs.
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Born into garages
Lost ’60s bands reunite for Up From the Grave compilation and CD-release show.
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Ode to circular food
Bagels—doughy and delicious—have a long, interesting history in Chico.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Get me a rewrite!
Star-studded murder mystery works despite a couple twists too many.
This article was published on 04.23.09
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Observe and Report
A quick and easy nugget of film goodness or badness.
This article was published on 04.23.09