Parenting teens today feels quite different from a generation ago. On one hand, we’re encouraged to raise confident, self-reliant young adults. On the other, we’re bombarded by headlines, social media […]
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Growing Up on the Ridge after the Camp Fire
When the 2018 Camp Fire swept through the town of Paradise and across the Ridge, it reshaped the lives of thousands. Families returned to neighborhoods that were forever changed, schools […]
Be the Change: DANNY MUÑOZ
“There’s a little monkey,” says Danny Muñoz, looking into the eager little faces at Gerber Elementary School. “He’s a dreamer. He wants to be a DJ, but he is very […]
6 Twenty-Something Entrepreneurs are Getting Things Done in Tehama County
These six small-town, country-raised “kids” have matured into motivated and productive adults who are passionate about their calling to work with integrity, provide good service and make the world a […]
ARFID and the Holidays: Why It’s More Than Picky Eating
The holiday season is supposed to be full of fun, laughter, getting together with family and friends and food is often an integral part of every gathering. But for families […]
Dedicated Local Young Dancers Take to the Stage for Nutcracker Performances
‘Tis the season for dancing Sugar Plum Fairies and dramatic battles between toy soldiers and mice. Beautiful productions of “The Nutcracker” will take place across the North State from November […]
Rockside Ranch: Restoration and Hope for Young Men in Crisis
Life happens. And for some, addiction, homelessness or lack of skills and self-confidence can stand in the way of their life goals and can lead to hopelessness, despair and personal […]
Holiday Gifts That Educate and Delight Children of All Ages
As they gear up for the holiday season, parents and grandparents head out to what often seems a “shopping jungle” to purchase toys and gifts that will bring joy to […]
Dear Readers
Dear Readers, Thank you for picking up a copy of North State Parent magazine. There is certainly a bit of magic that surrounds us as we put together this magazine […]
Charity Begins at Home: Encouraging A Giving Spirit in Children
We live in the age of selfies, where bullying is on the rise and civility is on the decline. Not-so-subtle societal messages tell us that our worth is defined by […]
Celebrate the Holidays 2025
Celebrate the Holidays in the North State Family Style The North State is bursting with festivities, events and activities to ring in the holidays! We’ve compiled a list of the […]
Be the Change: Ben Hughes
What activity would motivate you to dedicate 40 years of your life? For Ben Hughes, it’s teaching. In 1963, Ben graduated from Chico State with a major in social science […]
Jose Trejo 360 Junk Haulers LLC
Jose Trejo 360 Junk Haulers LLC in business since 2024 Jose had a job that required him to be out of town four days a week. He was inspired to […]
