Articles by Ashiah Bird (Scharaga)

Photo by Ashiah Scharaga Mark Sutherland has been staying at evacuation shelters since the Camp Fire destroyed his home. Living on a fixed income, he’s not sure what to do for long-term housing. For Mark […]

Photo courtesy of Amber Airth Paul Airth enrolled his 6-year-old daughter, Hope, at Woodson Elementary School in Corning after they lost their home in Paradise. Hope Airth’s last day at Paradise Elementary lasted about 30 […]

Photo by Ashiah Scharaga Mare Reasons fled from the Camp Fire with her dog, Gridley, and is hoping to be reunited with B.C., aka Big Cat, soon. Her cat Jojo is staying at an emergency […]

Photo by Meredith J. Cooper The Wright family—Rachiel, Brandon and 3-year-old Sam—say the search for a rental in Chico has been difficult. They’re on four wait lists and were approached by a scammer. For now, […]