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What’s going on? October 2–8

October 1, 2025 CN&R 0

New season, lots of new sights and sounds. Chico News & Review gives a tour with highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online calendar […]

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Under the Radar: Little-known films with big rewards

September 29, 2025 CN&R 0

By Juan-Carlos Selznick A number of smartly entertaining films recently encountered at the Stream & Dream Lounge seem to be flying under the radar even though they’re also streaming in plain sight. Sunday BestThis Netflix […]

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Flaming trauma and tragic memories: A portrayal of Butte County’s deadliest disaster, The Camp Fire, comes to Apple TV+

September 25, 2025 CN&R 1

A new film is based on the true story of a harrowing evacuation from Paradise By Ken Magri Apple TV+ is set to premiere a new disaster film, The Lost Bus, based on true events […]

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What’s going on? Sept. 25–Oct. 1

September 24, 2025 CN&R 0

Lots of musical camaraderie this week—join in. Chico News & Review has you covered with highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online calendar for […]

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What’s going on? Sept. 18–24

September 17, 2025 CN&R 0

Putting out good vibes this week. Chico News & Review wants you happy so we’ve got a few highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE […]

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Emotional horror: ‘The Long Walk’ is very good—but avoid it if you’re in a bad mood or dislike onscreen violence

September 17, 2025 CN&R 0

By Bob Grimm There have been a lot of good or even excellent movies this year that have garnered my admiration—yet I am in no rush to see them again. Bring Her Back was one of […]

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Award-winning horror film ‘McCurdy Point’ has a strong Chico connection

September 11, 2025 CN&R 1

Local actor and editor return for a special showing of their project on Sept. 24 By Ken Magri The horror film McCurdy Point is coming to Chico with a simple storyline. It follows four men […]

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What’s going on? Sept. 11–17

September 10, 2025 CN&R 0

Can you feel the energy this week? Chico News & Review knows what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online calendar for all of the listings in […]

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Chico music lovers hope to rally support for new free concert series, need public to vote between now and Sept. 15

September 6, 2025 CN&R 3

By Odin Rasco A recently-formed local nonprofit is working to bring free, live music concerts to Children’s Park in downtown Chico and is now a finalist for a grant that would provide up to $120,000 […]

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Still trashy: ‘The Toxic Avenger’ remake fails by taking itself too seriously

September 4, 2025 CN&R 0

By Bob Grimm I was part of the generation who watched the legendary, purposely bad Troma Entertainment films like The Toxic Avenger upon their initial release. I remember renting the original one on a Friday night back […]

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What’s going on? Sept. 4–10

September 3, 2025 CN&R 0

Still a huge variety of summertime events to explore! Chico News & Review brings you highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online calendar for […]

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Fight show: Bob Odenkirk is back to kick more ass as Hutch Mansell in ‘Nobody 2’

August 28, 2025 CN&R 0

By Bob Grimm Bob Odenkirk takes—and throws—a lot of punches again as Hutch Mansell in Nobody 2, a fun follow-up to his surprise turn as an action star in the 2021 original. Until he let the fists […]

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What’s going on? August 28–Sept. 3

August 27, 2025 CN&R 0

The entertainment dam has burst this week and shown here is just a sampling! Chico News & Review has much more of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the […]

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Frightening to the far reaches: Upcoming Legacy Stage Fringe Festival in Chico features singing, storytelling and the world premiere of a horror musical

August 23, 2025 CN&R 0

By Odin Rasco Chicoans looking for entertainment this Labor Day weekend are sure to be spoiled for choice, as the Legacy Stage Fringe Festival is returning for its second year, bigger and better than before. […]

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Big, bright King Salmon hitting on the Feather River: A guide to all the splashing action around Oroville

August 21, 2025 CN&R 0

By Dan Bacher For the first time in three years, anglers have been able to fish sections of the Feather River, American River and Mokelumne River for salmon. Since the opener on July 16, the […]

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