Tag Archives: CA.

Is California Simply the Worst?

by Adam Caslin Three months ago the country watched as the poorly maintained Oroville dam threatened to collapse, forcing the evacuation of many terrified California citizens. After a period of drought, the rains came causing a surge of water that … Continue reading

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Thaddeus Kerns Boy Aviator

by Jack Lee Most people in Chico have never heard the name Thaddeus Kerns, but there was a time when he was rock-star famous.   Thadeus was known as “Chico’s boy aviator.”  Back in his day, he was the youngest pilot … Continue reading

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Anthony Watts from “Watts Up with That?” Receives Prestigious Award for His Work on Climate Change

Thanks to Pie for bringing this remarkable story to our attention… Anthony Watts, a friend and fellow blogger on NorCal blogs, has recently received a well deserved science award at the International Climate Change Convention in Canada.  Click here to watch … Continue reading

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Dancing, Grrrrrreat Exercise for Body and Mind!

Posted by Jack As some of you already know I’m a member of the Retried Public Employees Association for the Chico area. As part of our ongoing program we invite guest speakers to our luncheons. Next month, Feb. 5th, we’re … Continue reading

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Charlie Hebdo Rally Planned in Chico – 24 January.

By Jack When it comes to human rights everyone who has been protected by them has a solemn duty to speak up for those who are not.    There was a time in America when some radicals believed the Bible said slavery was acceptable.   If you believed … Continue reading

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CA Draught Close to Setting Record – Situation Extreme

by Jack (Photo-Lake Oroville before and now) California is facing on the worst draughts on record. Last month, the University of California, Davis, estimated the drought would cost the state $2.2 billion this year in losses and added expenses for … Continue reading

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