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Redding
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rodeo Week kicked off today at Mount Shasta Mall with the annual Kiddie Pet Parade where families and their pets paraded in festive, patriotic outfits. The Asphalt Cowboys — who organize several week-long events — hosted kid-friendly competitions with trophies awarded across six costume categories. Action News Now
- ➤ Redding's McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens now charges non-members with one-day tickets at $10 for adults + $6 for youths and seniors, starting May 1. Admission is collected at the east gate near 844 Sundial Bridge Drive from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Record Searchlight
- ➤ Redding families can save on Turtle Bay's Lantern Festival tickets during a flash sale running May 11-13. Adult tickets cost $15 while kid tickets are $10, and a premium package adds extras to the 10-acre event with live music and food. KRCR
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday at 12:30 p.m., a fire broke out off I-5 near Cottonwood Hill and was held to about half an acre; fires near Hyampom and off Highway 96 were contained at just over 4 acres and 40 acres respectively. KQMS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Riverfront Playhouse is selling tickets for its production of Harvey, which opens Thursday, May 14 at 1950 California St and runs through May 31. A pay-what-you-can preview with first-come seating is scheduled for Thursday. Record Searchlight
- ➤ Tribal casinos are offering a two-week run of comedy, live music and brunch events from May 11 to May 24 with shows in Yreka, Canyonville and nearby areas. One highlight is Don Friesen’s stand-up show on May 21 (8 p.m.) at Rain Rock Casino Resort. Record Searchlight
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Shasta County Fire Department launched Stay Ready Shasta website on Monday to offer wildfire safety tips and advice for unincorporated areas (the site details a new county ordinance with penalties and a readiness program). KRCR
- ➤ At a special meeting last week, the Shasta County Board of Education could not reach a majority to fill the vacancy left by former trustee Robert Brown and will leave the seat open until after the November election. Board members split their votes among eight applicants, resulting in a deadlock. ShastaScout
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sara Stone of the Shasta County Women, Infants and Children program received the 2026 Lactation Impact Award on Saturday for leading the county's Breastfeeding Peer Counselor program (which helped earn the USDA Premier Breastfeeding Award). Local Health and Human Services and WIC offer breastfeeding support through classes and consultations. Action News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 2026 Northern Section baseball playoffs begin today with play-in games at 4 p.m. for Divisions II and III, as teams vie for seeding in Friday rounds at sites like Pleasant Valley, Foothill, West Valley & Orland. Division II championships are scheduled for May 23 at a neutral location. Record Searchlight
- ➤ Northern Section high school teams will begin playoff action today as baseball play-in games for Divisions II and III kick off at 4 p.m. and softball teams start final regular-season play at 4:30 p.m. Track, golf, and tennis championships are scheduled later this week (details pending). Record Searchlight
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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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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.
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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.
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Christopher Cross Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Cascade Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the legend Christopher Cross as he performs his Grammy-winning hits.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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