Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
Good morning, Redding.
The Asphalt Cowboys staged a mock robbery at Five Star Bank on Hartnell Avenue Tuesday to launch Redding’s annual Rodeo Week game.
Residents can solve daily clues on redding.com and call 530-223-1188 to win $500—prizes drop daily until Friday.
El Pollo Loco opened its first location in Redding on Tuesday on Churn Creek Road near South Bonnyview — it offers dine-in seating and a drive-thru that operates daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. with drive-thru service until 10 p.m., and its grand opening will occur soon.
The Asphalt Cowboys' Bank Hold-Up game began on May 12 at 9 a.m. at Five Star Bank at Hartnell, and residents now follow daily clues to locate hidden loot and name the Lone Strangers.
Redding Christian School is set to leave its Palo Cedro campus for a new location in Redding as renovations begin at the recently purchased property.
The school, which is already enrolling more students, will open its new campus on Aug. 27 for the next school year.
The retired Shasta County Courthouse will host the annual Peace Officer Memorial Service (possibly the final one at this site) this Thursday at noon on its front steps.
The half-hour event honors sixteen law enforcement members who died in the line of duty.
Caltrans announced that it will build a roundabout on Highway 44 at Silver Bridge Road east of Palo Cedro — a crash-prone intersection that saw nine collisions between April 2020 and April 2025, including one fatal and seven injuries.
Construction is set to begin in summer 2030.
Cal Fire + Shasta County Fire Department launched the 'Stay Ready, Shasta' campaign to help residents reduce wildfire risk and meet updated Defensible Space Ordinance rules.
Residents can find guidance and apply for the assistance program online.
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.
Christopher Cross Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Cascade Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the legend Christopher Cross as he performs his Grammy-winning hits.
Glowing Wild Lantern Festival
7-10 p.m. — Turtle Bay Exploration Park — Tickets required — Experience an enchanting walk through illuminated gardens featuring captivating light displays and interactive exhibits.
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