Hearts of Gold

💛 Episode 5: This week on Hearts of Gold, Erin and Jaymes sit down with Bill Harrington, an inspiring educational leader from Northern California who serves as Principal of Poplar Avenue Elementary and Director of Climate, Communications, and Culture for the Thermalito Union Elementary School District. Bill shares his Golden Beginnings in education and the journey that led him down the Yellow Bri...

From the classroom to the superintendent’s office, Cody Walker shares how his lifelong dedication to Butte County schools continues to shape young lives. Show Summary: In this uplifting episode of Hearts of Gold, Erin and Jaymes Lackey welcome Cody Walker, Superintendent of the Thermalito Union Elementary School District. A lifelong Butte County resident, Cody’s journey from high school English te...

💛 Episode 3: In this episode of Hearts of Gold, hosts Erin and Jaymes Lackey chat with Ashley, the Marketing Director for Explore Butte County, about her journey from teaching English and capturing local stories as a photographer to promoting the beauty and community of Butte County. Ashley shares how her diverse background shapes her creative approach to tourism marketing, what makes Butte Count...

In this inspiring episode, Erin sits down with Cindy Daniluke, Executive Director of the State Theatre Arts Guild (STAGE), the nonprofit organization that preserves and programs the historic Oroville State Theatre. Cindy shares how her passion for the arts and community connection drives STAGE’s mission to make the performing arts more accessible — from restoring a cherished local landmark to ensu...

💛 Episode 1: Lighting the Way: Dean Gurr’s Heart for Oroville Episode Summary: In this first episode of The Hearts of Gold Podcast, Erin chats with longtime Oroville resident Dean Gurr, a small business owner, community leader, and dedicated Rotarian. Dean shares his passion for strengthening Oroville through decades of service, including his work as past president of the Rotary Club of Oroville...