Daily
Redding
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Friends of Cal’s Books launched a GoFundMe over a week ago to raise $50,000 in hopes of reopening the cherished bookstore damaged by December floods off Westside Road. They plan to convert the shop into a community owned nonprofit cooperative while retaining the current owner as a consultant. Record Searchlight
- ➤ The Shasta Beloved Community with local partners is hosting a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Celebration Monday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sequoia Middle School in Redding, which will feature a prayer circle, march, bell ringing ceremony, and lunch provided by Asphalt Cowboys. ShastaScout
- ➤ Good News Rescue Mission in Redding is hiring for full-time and part-time positions across several programs, including community care and digital marketing. Interested applicants can learn more and apply by visiting the mission's website (details available online). Action News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hordes & Boards reopened at 1250 Hartnell Ave after a month-long flooding closure. The gaming lounge celebrated with cake and a Pokémon League Challenge that honored winners Wyatt, Logan & Daniel. KRCR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Shasta College received nearly $900,000 in opioid settlement funds to expand its STEP-UP and Alcohol and Drug Studies programs for recovering and formerly incarcerated students. The Shasta County Board of Supervisors approved the allocation (4-1 vote), and the college expects its first funding installment in spring. Record Searchlight
- ➤ Shasta Union High School District will mark its 100th anniversary next Saturday at University Preparatory School with a public 55-minute documentary screening at 1 PM—followed by a Q&A session; admission is free for Shasta Historical Society members with a suggested $10 donation. KQMS
- ➤ Anderson Library will host free storytime sessions for kids on Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. throughout January, starting tomorrow, Jan. 15 with a weather theme led by KRCR-TV meteorologist Preston Donion (attendees receive a fleece blanket throw and craft materials provided by First 5 Shasta). Record Searchlight
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ CAL FIRE will allocate over $12 million to fund wildfire prevention across Northern California. The grant supports 84 projects including the Backbone Ridge Fuel Break for Ingot, Oak Run, Round Mountain, & Bella Bista in Shasta County and efforts in Siskiyou, Butte, and Tehama Counties. KQMS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Caltrans District 2 set a new 55 mph speed limit on Highway 44 near the Silver Bridge Road intersection in Shasta County, effective Tuesday after new signs were installed on Monday. The change covers the stretch from (post miles 7.5 to 8.5) and follows a safety investigation that noted a higher crash rate. Action News Now
- ➤ County staff in an informal meeting yesterday debated changing the Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board's schedule and presentation times to reduce costs. HHSA Director Christy Coleman, board chair Erin Dooley & Supervisor Kevin Crye discussed adjusting public comment and board structure to improve efficiency. ShastaScout
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Vitalant Bloodmobile (2:30 PM to 5 PM Tuesday) was in the parking lot of the Larry J. Farr Community Center in Shasta Lake to collect blood donations. Action News Now
-
Yak Attack Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Dip — $10 ADV, $15 DAY OF — Experience a dynamic live electronic power trio blending genres for an unforgettable night.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Most people overestimate what they can do in a day, and underestimate what they can do in a decade.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Redding
Welcome to the Daily Redding, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Redding, California community. If you like the Daily Redding, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Redding.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Redding and across California. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Redding
A free Redding community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyredding.com/sitemap