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Hey there, Chico! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Chico State's new coach reshape the Wildcats' title hopes?
  • Want to learn Pusoy Dos and meet new friends on campus?
  • Planning a Chico State project? Here's how to tap Governors' Awards funds

Also on today's calendar: Annual Bidwell Park and Chico Creeks Cleanup and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 83 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Monday: Warm with plenty of sun, temps: high: 92, low: 59. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 91 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Future of Chico State Women's Soccer is bright with new Head Coach Halle Meadows (theorion.com) — Chico State women's soccer has a new head coach, Halle Meadows, who's focused on rebuilding team chemistry after major roster changes and aiming for another run at the CCAA title. With free admission for Chico State students, locals can catch the Wildcats' current four-game homestand at University Soccer Stadium and see how Meadows' culture-first approach translates on the field.
   

2. Playing For Community: APIDA Pusoy Dos Workshop (theorion.com) — Chico State's APIDA Center is inviting students to a beginner-friendly Pusoy Dos card game workshop Tuesday from 2–3 p.m. in Meriam Library 171, designed to build community and introduce campus resources. Organizers hope Chico students of all backgrounds will learn the Filipino game, connect with peers, and feel more at home using APIDA's study space, counseling, and multicultural events.
   

3. Call for Proposals: 2027-28 Governors' Awards (csuchico.edu) — Chico State faculty and program leaders can now prepare proposals for the 2027–28 Governors' Awards, which distribute about $130,000 to projects that advance campus priorities and benefit students. Submissions must move through directors or deans before reaching division vice presidents by November 15, 2026, so now is the time to shape ideas that could directly improve student life in Chico.
   

4. C&L's Late Nite Music Club: Jonathan Richman, The Modern Lovers 'Roadrunner' (crooksandliars.com) — Legendary musician Jonathan Richman, known for influencing punk and alternative icons, is now quietly living in Chico where he spends his time making bread ovens. For local fans, it's a surprising reminder that a major figure in modern rock history has chosen Chico as home, blending his love of the modern and old worlds in a low-key way.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • LOST CAT ALERT!
    Have you seen this pet? Nala was lost on August 30, 2026 and was last seen near Chico, CA If you have information on their location, please reach… (Nextdoor The Meadows)
  • I'd like to thank the wonderful members of the Chico Coffee Club, who attended our venue this morning at Nash's.
    10 people showed up. 1 member brought his beautiful mother with him. Our member who skates for NorCal Roller Derby (Poison Ivy), was able to stop by… (Nextdoor West 8th Avenue / Nord)
  • The Retail Outsource Group posted a job opening for Retail Assembly Tech in Chico. Apply here.
  • Tri Counties Bank posted a job opening for Reg E Dispute Resolution Specialist I or II in Chico. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chico here.

Ok Chico! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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