Good morning, Redding.

Redding Rodeo week kicks off today as the 78th Annual Rodeo debuts its first launch party inside the arena, replacing the traditional steak feed to boost family attendance.

Gates open at 5 p.m., with line dancing, mutton bustin' through the evening, food service at 6 p.m., and live music at 8 p.m.

On April 29, the Mangas family met Pope Leo in Rome when the pope gave a blessing meant for Redding following a request from Janet Mangas.

The family is active in their local church & Mercy Foundation North, and their rare encounter brought a special connection from Rome to our community.

Teresa Moravec runs Iris Country, an iris farm at 16096 Setting Sun Drive (in Anderson) that offers 170 iris varieties through innovative wood chip soil enhancement.

The garden welcomes walk in visits by appointment on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays during May’s bloom season.

Fleet Feet in Redding received a scam call that appeared to be from Social Security & mentioned a W-2 discrepancy.

The business advises anyone who gets a similar call to report it to the Federal Trade Commission.

A new brewery has opened in Redding while plans for major updates at Anderson's Shasta Gateway center will be revealed soon — local officials say the changes aim to boost community commerce.

The Shasta County Office of Education invites early childhood educators and caregivers to a free two-day child behavior management training at Rolling Hills Casino in Corning on May 15 and May 16 (noon-4 p.m. and 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.).

Keynote Kelly Rizzi will offer practical strategies.

Firefighters battled the Limedyke Fire on Friday, May 8, in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest near the Trinity River’s south fork, where smoke was reported along Highway 299.

Officials urged hikers to avoid the rugged area while crews built a fire line.

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.

Redding Classic Pickleball Tournament

8 a.m. — Riverview Golf & Country Club — $110 early bird registration per team — Compete in thrilling pickleball matches, enjoy a BBQ party, and win awesome prizes.