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Redding
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local officials report that 85-year-old Edwin Fletcher, missing since Sunday night in Tehama County, was found safe last night — the Silver Alert has since been deactivated. Action News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Kool April Nites on Tuesday, Apr. 28, a local event in Redding honored David Hafen’s 1968 Shelby GT500 KR—nicknamed Elizabeth—with the Sheriff’s Award. The vintage car, restored to candy apple red, was celebrated by community members. KRCR
- ➤ The Sikh Centre in Anderson will celebrate Vaisakhi on Sunday, May 2 at 9:30 a.m. with devotional music, a scripture reading session, and a free langar (community meal) at 1:00 p.m., welcoming everyone to join the festivities. ShastaScout
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Shasta County Office of Education held a lunch on April 28 for school bus drivers, where Brock Groom—who drives special needs students—urged motorists to obey stop sign laws & protect children on the road. KRCR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Project crews are placing bundles of rock and wood in the Sacramento River north of Turtle Bay to give young salmon safe spots to hide + they aim to bring back natural areas lost when the dam blocked debris. Boat ramp use will be limited from sunrise to 9 a.m. until May 3 + biologists will count fish using the new structures. KRCR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The USDA will offer up to $9 million to help California peach farmers remove 420,000 clingstone peach trees ahead of the 2026 harvest season after a major processing facility closed. The program aims to protect family farms and stabilize the market by funding removal across 3,000 acres. Action News Now
- ➤ Residents in Lake California hear low-flying aircraft as part of an inter-agency aerial firefighting training exercise that began Tuesday and will continue through Friday over the southeast area, with classroom and flight simulator sessions in Sacramento & scenario-based flights in Redding during week two. Action News Now
- ➤ CAL FIRE now requires a burn permit (for burning residential yard waste) in Shasta, Trinity, Tehama, Glenn and Butte counties starting Friday. Residents can get permits online after watching a safety video. Action News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Shasta County EMS outperforms the state average as Redding ambulances respond in 7:18 minutes on routine calls and rural areas average 11.5 minutes—well below California’s 19.6-minute statistic for fatal crashes. American Medical Response reports these quick times highlight local efficiency + reliable emergency service. KRCR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shasta Family YMCA recognized two local high school athletes of the week from Anderson and West Valley for standout performances in track and softball during April 19-25 — Connor Bushey achieved personal bests in track events while Aubree Wertz led her team with impressive softball skills ahead of her college career. Record Searchlight
- ➤ The City of Redding is calling for 1,000 volunteers to support the Ironman 70.3 Northern California triathlon on Sunday, Aug. 16 + the race will feature a swim at Whiskeytown Lake, biking and running, and is expected to boost local businesses by $10M. KQMS
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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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Redding Rodeo
5:00 PM – 11:00 PM — Redding Rodeo Grounds — Varies by event — Experience thrilling rodeo action and family fun at this annual Northern California tradition.
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Asphalt Cowboys Pancake Breakfast
5-10 a.m. — Market Street Promenade — $6 pre-sale, $7 at entrance — Indulge in all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausages while enjoying live country music at the largest outdoor community breakfast in the U.S.
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Jaguar Sun Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — The Dip — $15 ADV, $20 DAY OF — Experience eclectic indie sounds from Canadian artist Chris Minielly and guests.
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Viva Board Game Day 2026
10 AM – 8 PM — I.O.O.F. — Free entry — Enjoy a full day of tabletop gaming with tournaments, open play, and family fun in downtown Redding.
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The Alex Lucero Band Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Dip — $10 Tickets — Experience soulful country rock live with The Alex Lucero Band.
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The Calling Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $83 — Experience The Calling as they perform their biggest hits and newest tracks after two decades of growth.
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