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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Redding Rodeo week will begin on May 10 with a steak feed and dance and then continue with four nights of rodeo shows at 715 Auditorium Drive starting May 14. A pancake breakfast on May 16 at Whistle Stop Park and a downtown parade on May 17 add to the events—ticket prices and availability vary by night. Record Searchlight
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Lexus sedan carrying three people from Shasta Lake City went down a steep embankment into the Trinity River at 1:35 a.m. Thursday—where a 9-month-old baby was swept away and rescue teams along with volunteers spent four days searching amid difficult terrain in Trinity County. KQMS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 36-year-old man named Spencer Robert Earl Reno faces 18 charges in three Shasta County cases after a preliminary hearing, including a fatal hit-&-run on June 19th when his speeding Ford F-350 struck a log that killed a 41-year-old man, and he will return to court on May 13th while remaining in custody on Half Million Dollars bail. KQMS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials said the $31.6 million runway upgrade will suspend flights at Redding Regional Airport from late September to late October if the FAA grant is approved by July. Today, the City Council will decide on awarding the project to Redding Airport Contractors—J.F. Shea Construction and DeSilva Gates Construction—while airlines are on notice for schedule changes. Record Searchlight
- ➤ Melissa Fowler-Bradley retired after 30 years serving as Court Executive Officer for Shasta County Courts. She dedicated over 50 years to public service and was honored last year by the California Judicial Branch with the Distinguished Service Award — a testament to her tireless advocacy for justice. KQMS
- ➤ The Redding Area Bus Authority and Uber launched the RABA Runner program to provide discounted rides — available within Redding, Shasta Lake, and Anderson — by giving riders a $5 fare credit after a $2 upfront payment, aiming to boost late-night and early-morning transportation options. Action News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ West Valley extended its 15-game winning streak with wins over University Prep and aims for its first Northern Athletic League title since 2017—if it splits or sweeps its series with Lassen next week. Brackets for Divisions II and III will be released May 9 — Divisions IV to VI will be announced May 13. Record Searchlight
- ➤ On May 4, Redding hosted the world’s largest 3D target archery competition at the Straight Arrow Archery Range as 1,335 archers competed in the 41st Annual Western Classic and the 31st Annual National Field Archery Association Marked 3D Championship. Local star Paige Pearce led the field and organizers credited volunteers for making improvements (including better roads, steps, and targets). KRCR
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2025 Northern California Venture Conference
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Sheraton Redding Hotel at the Sundial Bridge — Ticket covers all — Connect with investors, founders, and innovative business ideas in this one-day venture conference.
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Redding Fire Festival: Cirque Show & Craft Fair
3-9:30 p.m. — Shasta District Fair & Event Center — General Admission $15 — Immerse in a fantastical world of cirque performance and unique artisan crafts at this family-friendly event.
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Bike About Shasta Beginner Ride #2
6-7:30 p.m. — Shasta Bike Depot — Cost of ice cream treat — A beginner-friendly 5-mile ride featuring bike safety tips and group support followed by a sweet treat.
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77th Redding Rodeo
7 PM – 10 PM — Redding Rodeo Grounds — Tickets available — Experience thrilling rodeo action with top competitors in bull riding, barrel racing, and family-friendly entertainment.
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Redding Rodeo Pancake Breakfast
5-10 a.m. — Market Center — $6 pre-sale, $7 at the entrance — Enjoy all-you-can-eat fluffy pancakes at the largest outdoor community breakfast in the USA.
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Whiskeytown Bike Camping Adventure
3 AM – 7 AM — Redding Adventure Hub — Free entry — Experience a self-supported overnight bike camping trip with scenic rides and casual camaraderie.
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Taste of Africa Festival
12 AM — St Joseph Catholic School — Cost varies — Celebrate the vibrant rhythms and flavors of Africa with music, dance, and food.
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Bowl for Cancer
3-5 p.m. — Country Bowl — $50 for single player or $300 for team of six — Gather the community for a fun-filled bowling scramble to support childhood cancer research.
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11th Annual Bacon & Brewfest
11 AM – 2 PM — Win-River Event Center — $25 + fees — Indulge in bacon-inspired appetizers and enjoy live music from the Jeremy Ryan Band.
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Willy Wonka Kids - A Festival of Theatre & Dance
1-9 p.m. — Sequoia Middle School — Check for ticket info — Step into a world of pure imagination with whimsical performances by Redding Arts Project and Redding Ballet Theatre.
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