Tag Archives: Chico

Presenting the 2011 Christmas card

Posted on Thursday, December 29, 2011 by Ryan Olson

Continuing a proud tradition of homemade Christmas cards, I’m happy to present this year’s edition. On a positive note, the card was sent out to be received around the holidays… instead of mid-January, like last year. As always, I started … Continue reading →

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Is the party over for ’80s nights?

Posted on Sunday, November 13, 2011 by Ryan Olson

I recently attended ’80s night at LaSalles Bar, but it didn’t turn out as advertised when the DJ started mixing in dance hits from the ’90s and the aughts. Although that was fun in its own way, I was expecting … Continue reading →

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Petty thieves turn Sierra Nevada events slightly skunky

Posted on Friday, November 19, 2010 by Ryan Olson

It was wonderful that Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. threw several events this year, including an Oktoberfest dinner next to its on-site hop fields and a 30th anniversary party in one of the brewery’s warehouses on Nov. 15. They also donated … Continue reading →

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Tech failures: FLO’s mobile TV doesn’t go far in Chico

Posted on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 by Ryan Olson

I haven’t been convinced that mobile television will catch on in the United States, but the tech demo for FLO TV doesn’t help sell the service for Chicoans. Looking at the FLO display at a local discount store, one round … Continue reading →

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The death of KPIG in Chico: A look at the numbers

Posted on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 by Ryan Olson

While much has been made of KZAP-FM 96.7 switching formats from a simulcast of KPIG‘s Americana/folk music to talk radio, I don’t think there’s been much talk about audience numbers. Laura Urseny’s article about the change does quote market manager … Continue reading →

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Cold snap may turn City Plaza fountain into skating rink

Posted on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 by Ryan Olson

With overnight temperatures in Chico dropping into the low-20s, the fountain in City Plaza may be turning into an accidental skating rink after the sun sets. During the summer, the fountain is a ground-level delight for children and adults to … Continue reading →

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A graphic example of recycling plastic bags

Posted on Friday, December 4, 2009 by Ryan Olson

The time arrived last week to recycle all the plastic bags in my apartment. It’s funny how this time just happens to coincide with a family visit. I hate to throw things away that I know can be easily recycled. … Continue reading →

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Generic ‘Chico’ T-shirts a disservice

Posted on Friday, July 17, 2009 by Ryan Olson

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to show your hometown pride, but I wouldn’t recommend doing it with this frightfully misleading “Greetings from Chico” T-shirt. It says it’s from Chico, but it could really be from Anytown, U.S.A. I don’t want … Continue reading →

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