Good morning, Redding.

Two Redding Jersey Mike's locations donated half of their Friday, May 29 sales to help the family of Carleigh McCormick, who died last month in a crash on I-5 near Corning.

Advance Redding will end its management of the Civic Auditorium after 14 years as a lack of city support made continued operations unsustainable.

Its final event, the Freedom Festival (July 4), will take place before the transition.

Shasta County businesses obtained nearly $387 million in Paycheck Protection loans during the pandemic, and almost all of these (about $383.5 million) were forgiven by the government.

The top recipients included Bear Tracks Holdings, North State Grocery, and local health centers, which used the funds for payroll, rent, and utilities.

Anderson City Council member Darin Hale (running for state Assembly) posted a controversial AI video on Friday, May 29 that shows him throwing a teacher out a classroom window and tearing flags from the wall.

Redding Mayor Mike Littau and Shasta County Leaders condemned the post and urged the candidate to avoid dangerous rhetoric.

Drivers on I-5 near the Shasta-Tehama line will face a northbound lane closure at Cottonwood Creek Bridge starting at 10 p.m. tonight until Sunday at 6 a.m. for joint seal work (Gas Point southbound on-ramp and Bowman northbound on-ramp will also close each weekend until June 28).

Caltrans closed Highway 299 near the Pit One Grade west of Fall River Mills after debris slid onto the roadway early Friday.

Delays up to 90 minutes will begin Monday and continue through the second week of June.

Redding Rancheria installed the final beam for its $232 million Tribal Health Village in south Redding; the 185,000 sqft complex — blending traditional and Western medicine — will serve 22,000 patients and open summer 2027.

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.

Redding Health Expo Run

8-10 a.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Registration required — Participate in a scenic 5k run along the Sacramento River Trail with awards for top finishers.

Taste Of Redding 2026

12-4 p.m. — Sculpture Park, Redding City Hall — Tickets required — Savor local food, wine, and craft beer while enjoying live music.

AI x Tech Meetup

5:30-7:30 p.m. — 511 Tech Hub Experience Center — Free entry — A gathering for builders and curious minds to learn, share ideas, and explore AI together.

Annual Bacon & Brewfest

6-9 p.m. — Win-River Resort & Casino — $40 — Delight in a fusion of local brews and bacon in an unforgettable tasting experience.

Open house at 3685 Wimbledon Dr., Redding, CA

Open house from 11:30 to 1pm. High quality 3000 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with office. Asking $625,000

Steak and Sax for Father's Day

12-3 p.m. — Matson Vineyards — $25 — Celebrate Father's Day with a steak plate, sides, and live saxophone music.