Good morning, Redding.

Twelve Northstate food banks received nearly 40,000 pounds of food on Tuesday, May 5 at Mercy Oaks Dignity Health in Redding from America’s 250 event—organized by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—to help local families in need.

Shasta College Theatre Department holds auditions on Aug.

24 and 25 at 6:00 p.m. at its theatre and will perform Arcadia from Oct. 9 to Oct. 18 with a special high school morning show on Oct. 16 (contact Jessica Nieves for details).

The Sundial Film Festival Movie Club is set to hold its first meeting tomorrow in downtown Redding, featuring a screening of the classic Rear Window.

Doors open at 6PM at the IOOF Hall on Butte Street (Market) with tickets at $10 or $15 for monthly membership.

New federal data show that while small businesses are growing nationwide, Shasta County experienced a net loss of 26 businesses in 2023 as private jobs rose by 5%.

This week is Small Business Week, and experts remind locals to shop local.

Redding police officer RJ Johnson shared motorcycle safety tips yesterday, advising riders & drivers to check mirrors before lane changes and watch intersections as warm weather brings more riders to the roads.

The Shasta County District Attorney's Office is hosting its 10th Annual Elder Abuse Awareness Food Drive until June 11 to help food-insecure neighbors - drop off nonperishable items at 1355 West Street weekdays 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or at Save Mart on May 23-24 from 8 a.m.-noon.

Tehama County’s 32nd annual Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony is held Wednesday evening (7:00 p.m.) at High Point Assembly Church on Luther Road in Red Bluff.

CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee will serve as the keynote speaker as the event honors fallen officers from across the state and nation.

Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency announced a free online tool that lets residents create Psychiatric Advance Directives today if they face a mental health crisis.

The platform is accessible on desktop and mobile + offers immediate updates + so providers can quickly access care preferences.

Healthy Shasta invites North State residents to join the month-long Shasta Bike Month and Challenge on Redding trails.

Registration is open and participants can log rides (using the Love to Ride platform) individually or with teams to compete for prizes.

Korean War veteran John Schaefer, 98, was honored Tuesday, May 5 at Sundial Assisted Living in Redding by Bristol Hospice’s We Honor Veterans program, which recognized his service, Purple Heart, + also seeks volunteers to help educate hospice staff.

The North State Breastfeeding Coalition will host a breast milk drive tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Family First Maternity (1796 Churn Creek Road) where parents can learn about donation and contribute frozen milk to Mothers’ Milk Bank serving mothers statewide.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Alex Lucero Band Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — The Dip — $10 Tickets — Experience soulful country rock live with The Alex Lucero Band.

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.

Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers Concert

7-9 p.m. — Cascade Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a night of classic hits and new music from the Grammy-winning artist Bruce Hornsby.