CHICO — In 1972, a precious piece of jewelry disappeared somewhere at Bear Hole in Upper Bidwell Park. The piece of jewelry in question was a 1971 Chico State football championship ring owned by ...

Former Chico State football player Tim Driver lovingly stares down at his 1971 football championship ring at the Oasis Bar and Grill Friday, July 15, 2022 in Chico, California.

Former Chico State football player Tim Driver lovingly stares down at his 1971 football championship ring at the Oasis Bar and Grill Friday, July 15, 2022 in Chico, California.

CHICO — In 1972, a precious piece of jewelry disappeared somewhere at Bear Hole in Upper Bidwell Park. The piece of jewelry in question was a 1971 Chico State football championship ring owned by ...