Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Redding.
Judith Sheldon (84) and her husband (86) were found dead in their running Jeep on northbound I-5 near Fawndale Road on June 15 at about 5:46 p.m., with CHP stating the deaths appeared medically related.
Crews fought the Round Fire that started 6:30 a.m. Wednesday off Gallatin Road north of Rancho Tehama and contained it within two hours over 67 acres.
Trader Joe’s released its limited edition striped mini canvas tote bag yesterday across local stores.
The tote costs ($2.99) and is available in four colors (light green, pink, blue, tan), with many expected to act fast.
Redding residents join a Juneteenth block party tomorrow at Whistlestop Park (1470 Market St) from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Organized by the Shasta Coalition of African Americans for Community Health, Education, and Empowerment, the event will feature live music, spoken word, arts, entertainment and vendor booths in downtown.
A new Stanford study finds that controlled burns set by Shasta-Trinity firefighters lower smoke-related pollution — reducing particulate matter by 10% statewide and cutting severe wildfire risk by 53% in the year after the burn, with benefits seen in areas like the Sierra Nevadas and Cascades.
The city will close Westside Road from June 22 through November 16 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the Hollow Creek Bridge Replacement Project, forcing detours at Canyon Creek and Prey Road (work will include bridge removal, new construction, sidewalk, gutter, storm drain, and water main upgrades).
Redding City Council approved a wildfire plan on June 16 that may cut power in four high-risk areas; the plan affects about 1,900 customers and offers $500 generator rebates + $100 credits for those hit by potential outages.
Residents can check a city website for details.
Beau Forest, a pro golfer from Riverview Golf and Country Club, secured the Pro-Am Tournament title on Jun.
17 by birding the second playoff hole to edge out Mathew Sutherland by one stroke — earning a $6,000 prize.
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.
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