Issue: June 14, 2012
Good morning, readers:
It’s nearly summertime, the kids are out of school, and Father’s day is this Sunday, which makes this week’s cover story a timely one. Actually, it’s a package of stories with a variety of topics involving families, including the challenges one local same-sex couple faces in raising their son. There’s also a story about a local organization that aids parents in their search for daycare providers; a look at different parenting styles; a nice first person piece on a local doulas service; and a write up on some handy parenting apps. The family issue also spills into other areas of the paper, such as the Healthlines section. There you’ll read about Dr. Samuel Daniyan, a beloved Paradise-based pediatrician.
In Newslines this week, check out Ken Smith’s great story about historian Michele Shover’s recent discovery that adds a new chapter to legacy of John Bidwell. Reporting from Oroville, Kay Noah has a write up on the dog mauling that left a Palermo woman in really bad shape. New CN&R intern Kjerstin Wood talked to Chico State’s newly named provost, Belle Wei, to give readers insight into Chico State’s second-in-command administrator. And news editor Tom Gascoyne reports on the proposal to regulate the use of plastic bags in Chico.
Over in the Arts and Culture section, check out the coverage of CD releases from four local acoustic acts; find out about the great (and sometimes not so great) eats coming from Chico’s street-food scene. Plus … a lot more …
Happy reading,
-Melissa Daugherty, managing editor
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Summer is for families
Welcome to the CN&R’s first Family Issue.
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Cedric has two moms
Same-sex parenting is becoming the new normal.
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What do doulas do?
For expectant mothers—and their partners—they offer skillful support 24/7.
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Precious cargo
Local nonprofit aids parents in their pursuit of child care.
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A well-balanced childhood
Which is better for rearing children, attachment parenting or tiger parenting? Two local counselors give their opinions.
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The first mansion
Historic photo suggests John Bidwell had two mansions, and that the Bidwell Mansion we know isn’t the first one.
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Out of control
Dog mauling leaves Palermo woman in jeopardy of losing her leg.
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Bagging the plastic bag
City leaders move plan forward in a split vote.
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CalFresh extended to farmers’ markets
Markets in Butte and Tehama counties are accepting EBT cards.
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County employee caught stealing
Longtime worker allegedly pocketed cash, gift cards from a contractor.
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GMO labeling up to the voters
The general election ballot will include an initiative, thanks to the Right to Know campaign.
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The cost of kids
Two-parent middle-income earners spend more than $11,000 per year, on average.
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Carbon down
Biochar offers hope for reduction of atmospheric CO2, as well as improvement of depleted soils and production of alternative energy.
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Canada expedites oil extraction
Canadian prime minister revises environmental laws in favor of oil production.
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Costco sued for hazmat violations
The retailer settled for $3.6 million and complied with hazardous-waste guidelines.
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Warming climate spreads tropical disease
Disease-carrying vectors are moving farther northward into the United States.
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Hugelkultur!
Learn how to build hugelkultur raised beds and other permaculture techniques at a June 23 workshop; also, Ed McLaughlin memorial is June 23.
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A greener child awaits
Five ways kids can get in on the green movement.
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Baby whisperer
Paradise pediatrician Samuel Daniyan, who hails from Nigeria, is loved by patients and co-workers alike.
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The skinny on fatness
There are more things than just eating too much and being a couch potato that may make you fat.
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UC Davis recognized for child care
Survey ranks UC Davis Children’s Hospital in top 50 in four categories.
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Toking, car crashes linked
A study finds smoking pot doubles the risk of car crashes.
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FRH earns top safety marks
Feather River Hospital gets an “A” for safety in national ranking.
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A revealing city report
Think the city’s sustainability push is a waste of time and money? Check out its indicators report and you may change your mind.
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‘A wake-up call’ on pension reform
Votes in San Jose and San Diego show the public wants change.
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A new complaint procedure
Got a complaint about the cops? Want to compliment them? A new procedure makes it easier to do either one.
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Glass craftswoman
Teenager Hayley Walton’s stained-glass pieces are becoming a hot item.
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Board’s Measure A hangover
Butte County supervisors are sick of the medical-marijuana mess, but they have no choice, following Measure A’s defeat, but to keep trying.
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Overnight sensation
Fun and energetic Broadway train-comedy pulls into Paradise.
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R.A.P. Music
A little rebellious African music among friends.
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A spacey odyssey
Looking totally cool is about all Ridley Scott’s interstellar trip has going for it.
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