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Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Six-year-old Girl Scout Aria Ogden gathered 24 cases of cookies on Monday, Apr. 6 through the Cookies for Heroes Campaign to support staff at Shasta Regional Medical Center. The donation serves as a thank-you to hospital workers for their service. KRCR
- ➤ Kimmy Gibbler is a young, shy guinea pig at Haven Humane Society’s Adoption Center available for visitors Monday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; she needs a home with plenty of space, cozy hiding spots, and a friend for companionship at an adoption fee of $15. KRCR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Shasta County Office of Education is accepting nominations for the 2027 Teacher of the Year award until April 23 (submissions must include a signed form, a one-page administrator statement, and two letters), with finalists advancing to the state competition in May. Record Searchlight
- ➤ Shasta College was honored yesterday for its Carbon Sinks composting project that turns food and agricultural waste into rich compost with student help at the campus farm. The project will expand in 2027 to collect campus green waste and offer a non-credit composting class for the community. Record Searchlight
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The US Forest Service is starting a prescribed burn called the McBride Underburn Project today near Mount Shasta to reduce hazardous vegetation before wildfire season. Local roads may be closed temporarily, and residents could see smoke along Everitt Memorial Highway. KRCR
- ➤ A state-funded pilot to bring winter-run Chinook back to ancestral waters is set to lose funding by June, causing layoffs and uncertainty for the Native tribe and local partners (the project returned fish for the first time in 80 years). ShastaScout
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Council Member Mike O’Brien raised the need to support downtown businesses after several closures last month, and the council referred his proposal to the Internal Affairs Committee for review. Business owners may be invited to share ideas as the committee develops next steps. Action News Now
- ➤ Tax returns are due by April 15 with an automatic state extension until Oct. 15—taxpayers earning $89,000 or less can file for free using IRS Free File and check refund statuses online. Record Searchlight
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health experts warn an obsession with pure eating can lead to serious issues. Eating disorder specialist Becky Fogarty said this fixation may cut out key food groups and social activities — early awareness and support are crucial. KRCR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high schools are hosting sports events this week despite spring break. Baseball teams will play in the Jim Morely Classic on Tuesday, April 7 and Wednesday, April 8 at Enterprise and Shasta, University Prep softball will play Friday at Hillsdale, and Chico High hosts a track meet Saturday. Record Searchlight
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Redding Sportsman's Expo
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — $8 Adults, $6 Seniors, Free for 12 & Under and Veterans on Sunday — Explore everything outdoors from hiking to boating at Northern California’s ultimate outdoor expo.
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Kool April Nites 2026
Apr 16-26 — Redding Civic Auditorium — $10 entrance fee for the Big Show — Celebrate classic cars with thrilling shows, shines, and a vibrant cruise event.
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Shasta Gamer Festival
10 AM – 4 PM — Shasta District Fair & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Dive into a weekend of gaming, trading, and community fun.
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Chase Matthew Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Win-River Event Center — $40 — Experience the raw energy of rising country star Chase Matthew live on stage.
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Western Classic Trail Shoot 2026
8 a.m. — Straight Arrow Bow Hunters Clb — Registration required — Participate in the world's largest marked 3D archery competition and enjoy a weekend of fun, food, and camaraderie.
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