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Redding
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Entries for this year’s Shasta District Fair must be submitted soon as most exhibits are due this Friday and horticulture and floriculture entries are due June 13—assistants at the fair office can help anyone with computer issues. KQMS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A video taken at Kool April Nites on April 26th shows a 62-year-old man named Norman Valdez shoving an off-duty officer after yelling profanities at Explorer Scouts and community service officers in the Civic Auditorium area, and after more officers arrived he was arrested—investigators are asking for additional footage. KQMS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Officials from the City of Redding and United Airlines announced that a new daily flight from Redding Regional Airport to Denver International Airport will launch on Thursday, May 22. A celebration with remarks from Mayor Jack Munns and other local leaders is scheduled at noon before the flight departs at 1:18 p.m. KRCR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Tuesday night's meeting (May 20th), the Redding City Council listened to a presentation on emerging concepts for the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan and provided feedback (including suggestions for the plan’s direction). Action News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Glenn Medical Center in Willows lost its Critical Access designation—needed for funding—and its emergency room may close by April 2026 if support is not secured. Lauren Still, the chief administrative officer, said CMS revoked the status because the hospital is too close to Colusa Medical Center and officials are seeking help from lawmakers. Action News Now
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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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On-Site Tour at Redding Pilgrim House
9 AM - 7 PM — Redding Pilgrim House — Free entry — Explore senior living amenities and meet care providers dedicated to quality senior living.
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Bigfoot Adventure Challenge Celebration
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Caldwell Park — Free entry — Celebrate outdoor adventures with food trucks, prizes, and community fun at Caldwell Park.
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Taste of Redding 2025
12-4 p.m. — Sculpture Park — Food-only tickets available — Savor local cuisine, live music, and craft drinks while supporting community initiatives.
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Aaron Lewis Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $25 — Experience the evolution of Aaron Lewis from hard rock to outlaw country in this intimate indoor show.
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GRAND OPENING PARTY
Celebrate the Grand Opening of three businesses with live music, Dough Boys pizza, Kona ice, massage, face painting, giveaways and more! Donaldson Fine Art Center, Active Physical Therapy, & Made Strong Training! 1242 Center Street. 4- 8 PM.
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ALABAMA with Special Guest Eddie Montgomery
7-10 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $84.25 — Enjoy an outdoor country music show featuring legendary band Alabama and special guest Eddie Montgomery.
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