Issue: August 28, 2014
Good morning!
I hope this email finds everyone in a happy mood. But if not (and even
so), check out this week's feature story on happiness and the science
behind it. Believe it or not, there are some fairly simple ways to
improve your mental state, and we share them with you. (Because we
really want you to be happy!)
In other news: Everyone is abuzz about the recent police shooting of an
unarmed teenager in Ferguson, Mo., and we are right there with them. Our
lead news story this week, written by staff writer Ken Smith, explores
the militarization of local law enforcement in light of new stats about
the transfer of military surplus guns, vehicles and other equipment to
Chico Police Department and the Butte County Sheriff's Office. Also read
our editorial about the Ferguson incident and how it relates to us here
in Butte County. For something a little lighter, regular contributor
Claire Hutkins-Seda writes about her experience at a recent tomato fest;
I spent a few hours soaking up (and drinking in) the ambiance and oils
at a local olive farm; and contributor Rachel Bush gives us a good
preview of this weekend's Butcher Shop theater extravaganza.
Have a great weekend! And, read on!
Meredith J. Graham, associate editor
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The science of being happy
Experts share five ways to lead a better life.
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Shock and awe
Butte County law enforcement agencies account for surplus military equipment acquired through controversial federal programs.
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Refuse rumblings
Waste-hauling franchise could be huge windfall for city, burden on ratepayers.
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Fish on the line
Increased flows to Klamath River may avert massive salmon die-off.
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Shelter from the storm
Nonprofit works to provide winter shelter for the homeless.
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Fracking still up in the air
Board of Supervisors sends fracking ordinance to 2016 election, but will take up the issue in the coming months.
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Atheists’ sign defaced
Local group Atheists of Butte County laments vandalized road sign.
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Race and justice
Pollster reveals divergent views between blacks and whites.
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Weighing in on the water bond
Environmentalists debate the good and bad of California’s water bond.
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Big stress on campus
Chico State counselors discuss mental health issues facing Wildcats.
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Natural confusion
FDA yet to establish legal definition for ‘natural’ food labels.
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Abortions covered
State mandates health insurers to include elective abortion in group plans.
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Opioid controls tighten
Combination hydrocodone pills now Schedule II drugs.
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Hackers attack CHS
Patient data stolen in second-largest HIPAA breach ever reported.
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This isn’t Ferguson
The bungled police response in a Missouri town has shed light on the militarization of law enforcement.
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The domestic military
Why are we hell-bent on becoming a military society?
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Don’t forget him
We should all remember journalist James Foley, and that might just take seeing images of his brutal death.
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Burning for his art
Erin Banwell talks pyrotechnics, technology and Burning Man.
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For love of olives
Berkeley Olive Grove 1913 offers oils steeped in history.
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Orchard fresh
Slow Theatre takes the reins of the Butcher Shop outdoor festival.
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A Special Life
English ‘blues-a-genarian’ still goin’ strong.
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The way up high
Atmosphere’s Slug reflects on his long career in hip-hop.
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You say tomato …
Sampling more than 40 varieties at GRUB’s tomato festival.
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Stuck in 2-D
Sin City sequel looks great as it colors inside the lines.
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Savor Fall 2014/Winter 2015
Chico’s dining and nighlife guide.
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