Author: Robert Speer
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A historic program
The city’s historic-preservation program will commit it to doing something that has until now been done by volunteers: protecting Chico’s heritage.
This article was published on 07.17.08
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University growth rate uncertain
Enrollment increases have a direct impact on surrounding neighborhoods, but how much Chico State will grow is a big variable.
This article was published on 07.17.08
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Radical idea for Butte Creek
Butte Creek is a salmon success story, but some believe the fishery would be even healthier if the Centerville Powerhouse were shut down.
This article was published on 07.10.08
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The 10 ugliest spots in Chico
Let the photos do the talking. If you didn’t notice this blight before, you’re sure to see it now.
This article was published on 07.03.08
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Supervisors approve New Era Mine
Despite the fact that Jane Dolan was on the Butte County board when the gold-mining operation got initially permitted, the majority overrides her depiction of events to uphold the permit.
This article was published on 06.26.08
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DOJ drops GCOE investigation
The state Department of Justice may have dropped its investigation into wrongdoing in the Glenn County Office of Education, but Sacramento Valley Mirror editor Tim Crews isn’t giving up the fight.
This article was published on 06.26.08
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Commissioners say nay to rural development
For decades, it’s been “anything goes” when it comes to Butte County’s general plan. But wildfires and soaring gas prices, say planning commissioners, mean that kind of uncontrolled growth has got to stop.
This article was published on 06.19.08
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Chico finally gets serious about protecting its history
After 11 failed efforts by preservationists, from Ted Meriam to John Gallardo, the City Council approves a landmark program.
This article was published on 06.19.08
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New Era Mine gets Butte County hearing
As a fire rages near Oroville, the Board of Supervisors listens to arguments for and against a controversial gold operation in Dry Creek Canyon.
This article was published on 06.12.08
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Slicing and dicing
When Chico developer Mo West went to the county Planning Commission meeting last week, the future of his golf course was on the line.
This article was published on 06.05.08
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