Author: Robert Speer
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Rogues’ gallery
Three elected officials are facing scrutiny—and, in two cases, criminal charges—for lying about their residences. But the granddaddy of such scofflaws, Sen. Jim Nielsen, is apparently untouchable.
This article was published on 03.21.13
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Passing of the torch
Robert Speer is retiring as CN&R editor at the end of May, and this week he uses his column to introduce his successor.
This article was published on 03.14.13
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Nakamura backers step forward
New City Manager Brian Nakamura has been getting some bad press lately. Some city employees are trying to change that.
This article was published on 03.14.13
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Tackling transiency
City Council members were so impressed by Clean and Safe Chico’s plan to combat transiency that they cleared their next meeting agenda to “dig deeper” into the issue.
This article was published on 03.07.13
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Shakespeare and Company
Looking for a great weekend getaway? Nothing beats nearby Ashland and its Shakespeare festival, and a new season is now open.
This article was published on 03.07.13
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Democracy in action
Chico will benefit from a public discussion of gun control.
This article was published on 03.07.13
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Sun-dried bonanza
How many businesses start out $30,000 in the hole with an act of desperation and still make it big? Mooney Farms did.
This article was published on 02.21.13
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The fate of the planet
President Obama says he wants to combat global warming. His decision on the Keystone XL pipeline will test his commitment.
This article was published on 02.21.13
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Who’s got a job?
If life at Chico’s City Hall these days were a game, it would be pick-up sticks. Move a stick, and you’re out of a job.
This article was published on 02.21.13
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