In Chico, the middle of May feels like summer. It is at least 100 degrees outside and there isn’t much wind. I needed to find water before I melted. My fiancé, Richard, and I opted for the 10-minute drive to… Continue Reading
After weeks of nervous indecision, 14-year-old Donovan Hanley decided to sign up for Chico’s annual spring yo-yo contest. “Just entering the contest, I feel like I’m achieving something,” he said. The contest was organized by Bob Malowney, owner of Bird… Continue Reading
I’m going to the Emerald City, following Interstate-5 instead of a yellow brick road. In mid-March, my fiancé, Richard, and I are driving to Seattle to explore the city and to visit my aunt, uncle and cousins for a couple… Continue Reading
It’s a scary time to be a young journalist working at a newspaper. But I have hope. Not for the newspaper industry, but for myself and my fellow journalists. I don’t know anyone my age (25) or younger who subscribes… Continue Reading
The brittle branches droop with the weight of candy canes, glass orbs and plastic snowflakes. I’ve always loved decorating Christmas trees, but putting away the ornaments, colored lights and decorations isn’t as enjoyable. It’s a reminder that I’m packing away… Continue Reading
Disneyland transforms for the holidays By Lauren Brooks Disneyland donned its best Halloween costume to celebrate the season. Smiling jack-o-lanterns peered out of windows on Main Street while candy corn littered Disney’s California Adventure park. The ghouls of “Tim Burton’s… Continue Reading
A quick recap from my last two columns: My fiancé, Richard, and I traveled to Incheon, South Korea, in August to visit my friend, Jessica, who is spending two years teaching there. The history Richard, Jessica and I visited the… Continue Reading
A quick recap from my last column: My fiancé, Richard, and I traveled to Incheon, South Korea, in August to visit my friend, Jessica, who is spending two years teaching there. The fashion While riding the subway between Incheon and… Continue Reading
I recently traveled half way around the world to visit my closest friend and to explore a country I otherwise wouldn’t have planned to visit: South Korea. It was an unforgettable experience, filled with friendly people and memorable meals. My… Continue Reading
It’s a relief to see a blue sky. The smoke from the Butte Lightning Complex fires blanketed Butte County for weeks. Fire turned the sky in Paradise orange. Ash rained down in Paradise and Chico. Wind and dry brush fueled… Continue Reading
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