Good morning, Redding.

Redding's Enterprise Lions Club is giving away free tow chain protectors made from recycled fire hoses to stop sparks that can start fires.

They are available at Les Schwab Tire Center on Hilltop Drive, Market Street, and Churn Creek Road, with hoses cut into 18-inch sections.

The Peak opened in Redding on June 16, offering a new venue for private parties, baby showers and community events.

The mostly outdoor space - complete with an indoor green room - can host up to 100 guests for standing events or 70 for seated gatherings.

Mellow Yellow Cafe opened in Redding a few months ago and has quickly become a favorite spot for locals to enjoy fresh bakery treats.

Today through Saturday, June 20 the Sundial Bridge in Redding will shine in Pride colors as a community lighting event, inviting locals to gather from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. nightly (the display celebrates love and visibility).

Shasta YMCA is serving free breakfast and lunch for children up to 18 years old, Monday through Friday at the Y South Building until Aug.

8; meals run from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. + no membership is required.

California researchers say controlled burns lower overall air pollution by 10% and reduce severe wildfire risk by up to 92% in conifer forests.

A Stanford-led study published in Science magazine on June 11 analyzed 20 years of satellite data to show benefits extending to areas within 5 km (3.1 miles).

The California Department of Water Resources said snow pack in the Northern Sierras dropped to 0% of normal levels, raising drought concerns for local farms and water users as warm spring weather speeds melt.

Officials say reduced meltwater may affect supplies into summer.

On Tuesday, Redding leaders approved a public safety power shutoff program to lower wildfire risks by limiting impact to under 5% of customers during extreme danger.

The plan allocates $250,000 for customer preparedness rebates and credits, with shutoffs used only as a last resort.

Redding Fire Department and Police Department conducted a fire prevention outreach Thursday at more than 50 homeless encampments along Lake Boulevard, Masonic Avenue and Linden Ditch to share safety tips and designate safe cooking areas — unexplained fires reported the next day remain under investigation.

Tribal leaders of the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians are building a 54-million-dollar microgrid project to secure energy independence.

Construction began in 2024, and it will be completed by the end of 2026 with energy coming online in early 2027 (funded by state and federal grants).

Anderson police reminded residents that fireworks are illegal in Shasta County to reduce wildfire risk; violations carry a $250 fine and up to five days in jail as part of a joint public safety effort ahead of Fourth of July.

CAL FIRE officials urge residents to prepare for extreme heat as temperatures may hit 105 — a risk that can lead to heat illnesses — with the warning in effect until 11 PM PDT in Shasta County and nearby areas.

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.

Signarama Firecracker 5K Fun Run

8-10 a.m. — Turtle Bay Exploration Park — Registration includes pancake breakfast — Celebrate Independence Day with a festive 5K run and family-friendly activities.

Dusty Foster Live at the Mosquito Serenade

6-9 p.m. — Anderson River Park — Free entry — Experience vibrant community vibes with live music and food along the river.

Capital City Card Show

10 AM – 6 PM — Win-River Resort & Casino — $5 entry (Kids 10 & under FREE) — Immerse yourself in a vibrant world of sports cards and collectibles at this action-packed show.

The Extraordinary Caterpillar Screening

2-4 p.m. — Riverfront Playhouse — Suggested donation — Celebrate environmental awareness with a free screening focused on the beauty of nature.

Alice Di Micele Opens for Melissa Etheridge

7-10:30 p.m. — Cascade Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a night of iconic rock with Grammy-winning artist Melissa Etheridge and the soulful Alice Di Micele.

Reggae Rock Night with Kyle Smith

7-11 p.m. — The Dip — $20 ADV, $25 DAY OF, $100 VIP — Experience uplifting reggae tunes with Kyle Smith, a beacon of positivity from Southern California.