The Orion Online

Street closed as firefighters help injured construction worker off roof

By Elizabeth Varin

Nov. 20, 2008

Firefighters and police helped get an injured construction worker off the roof of the Wildcat Recreation Center, leaving West First Street blocked off for more than 30 minutes Thursday morning.

Chico represented at state Capitol rally

By Earl Parsons

Nov. 24, 2008

SACRAMENTO - More than 1,000 gay rights supporters gathered Saturday along the steps of the state Capitol to express their disdain for the passage of Proposition 8. In the sea of signs rising and receding with the tide of applause, Chico was represented in plain sight.

Praise the turkey

Non-meat eaters celebrate the lives of animals at vegan Thanksgiving feast

By Joel Hersch

Nov. 20, 2008

On Saturday, the turkeys will be the guests of honor at the Farm Sanctuary in Orland, not as the centerpiece on the table, but as beloved and respected animals.

City Council bans disc golf in Upper Bidwell Park

By Evan Burt

Nov. 19. 2008

A split City Council voted to ban disc golf in Upper Bidwell Park Tuesday night. After hours of debate and public discussion, the council voted 4-3 in favor of not allowing the sport, sometimes called Frisbee golf, in the park.

Environmental affairs commissioner position up for grabs

By Kelly O'Connor

Nov. 19, 2008

The commissioner of environmental affairs graduates in December, and the applications to fill the vacant position are due Friday. Political science major Marshall Riddle plans to apply his skills acquired during his tenure as the environmental affairs commissioner at the state capital, where he will begin working in January, he said.

New fraternity offers professional development to kinesiology majors

By Kelsey Eidbo

Nov. 19, 2008

California's second chapter of the national professional fraternity Phi Epsilon Kappa held it's first initiation Friday. The fraternity's Executive Director Jeff Vessely flew in from Indiana to attend Zeta Phi's initiation meeting. He stood in front of the students to congratulate them on their acceptance and explain the fraternity's logo.

Religious rapper brings unity for all

By Kyndrah Carson

Nov. 21, 2008

Living a life that he can claim as his own, Matisyahu creates music that touches people from within. The large crowd proved the power of Matisyahu's talent Wednesday night at the Bell Memorial Union.

'25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee' delights audience members

By David Wangberg

Nov. 20, 2008

Audience members were flashed back to the memories of competitive spelling as "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" aimed for perfection at Laxson Auditorium Wednesday night.

Colorful art creates cozy environment

By Kyndrah Carson

Empire Coffee and Tea displays artwork created by a variety of artists. The artwork is changed out each month in order to give each artist the spotlight. The art is located at the train station on Fifth and Orange Street. The coffee shop is an old train car that has been refurnished inside.

Chancellor speaks on budget cuts

By Ben Burg

Nov. 21, 2008

The California State University system will limit admissions numbers, while keeping some unfilled faculty positions open due to the $97 million in potential cuts, the CSU Chancellor said Friday. Though the state Legislature hasn't approved $97 million cuts, Chancellor Charles Reed sees the money as already gone, he said during a conference call Friday.

Ozomatli gets swagger back with reunion tour

By Natalia Ferruggia

Nov. 19, 2008

Ozomatli's "Headz Up Fall Tour" cruised through downtown Chico Nov. 12 at the Senator Theatre, reuniting the band with former Jurassic 5 rapper Chali 2na.