Good morning, Redding.

Representatives with the American Legion Auxiliary delivered 120 red poppies to the Redding Veterans Home on May 23 to honor fallen soldiers before Memorial Day & support a century-old tradition that benefits veterans and their families.

RPD Community Work Program crews, using help from the Shasta County Alternative Custody Program, removed 12,280 pounds (over 6 tons) of debris from homeless camps at Kapusta Open Space off Latona Road and Highway 273 on a City of Redding property west of the Sacramento River in south Redding.

Redding Police arrested 25-year-old Carlos Bishop and 24-year-old April Escobar on felony charges for a violent assault on May 16 at a residence on the 19000 block of Bjan Lane that left a woman in the ICU after Bishop allegedly struck several people with a firearm while Escobar reportedly stomped on an unconscious victim’s head + police are continuing their investigation.

Caltrans said drivers should plan for delays on highways during Memorial Day weekend.

Northbound I-5 near Mount Shasta will be reduced to one lane and State Route 99 near South Avenue will have 24/7 traffic control while the O’Brien Rest Area north of Redding remains closed for maintenance—travelers are advised to use alternate routes.

CAL Fire will start a controlled burn in South Redding on Tuesday and run until June 5.

The burn will clear 350 acres of non-native grasses, brush, and dead trees on McConnell Foundation’s Gore Ranch, which is west of Westwood Village.

Local markets in Redding are heating up their outdoor grill days on Fridays and Saturdays from April through October.

R&R Quality Meats & Seafood along East St.—Kent’s Meats and Groceries on Airport Road and Holiday Market on Placer St. are serving up smoked tri-tip, ribs and chicken with unique rubs that draw regular weekend crowds.

Today, three local schools and several other teams will compete in 11 baseball and softball games at Butte College, Tiger Field, and Cottonwood as part of the CIF Northern Section Championships—winners in each division earn an automatic bid to the CIF Northern California Regional playoff bracket. Key match-ups include Pleasant Valley versus Chico in Division II baseball and Foothill versus Pleasant Valley in Division II/III softball.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Brews by the Bridge 2025

5-9 p.m. — McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens — $30 Presale / $35 at the Gate — Enjoy an evening of craft beer, live music, and local food benefiting community education programs.