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🌱 Chico-area bait business destroyed by fire; here’s how to help locally
Chico, Texas Patch AM: a 2 min readHi Chico! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️
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- Chico-area bait business destroyed by fire; here’s how to help locally
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📰 News we're reading
• Fishing business destroyed in fire (wcmessenger.com) — A family-run bait and custom rod business on County Road 1336 near Chico was destroyed by a Memorial Day fire, leaving their son with serious burns. Neighbors are organizing Facebook fundraiser auctions and GoFundMe campaigns to help rebuild the shop and cover medical bills. Chico-area residents can donate items, bid online, or contribute directly to support the Britt family’s recovery. 
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