Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of June.
Good morning, Redding.
The Shasta District Fair is underway in Anderson until Sunday, June 21 and offers themed days such as cattle events today along with free admission for seniors, veterans, and first responders on select days.
Attendees should note that parking fees are $7 except for free parking offered on Sunday.
Firefighters battled a 2-acre brush fire near the corner of Buggy Lane — Whitmore Road on Thursday morning and used quick air support and calm winds to protect a nearby structure and contain the blaze within 10 minutes.
Redding-based Fun City Adventure Park, an outdoor retailer (29 years in operation), is closing.
Local shoppers will need to find alternative stores for their outdoor needs.
The Paris Park Homeowners Association faces new sewer repairs as clean water from the ACID canal flows into damaged laterals, with work estimated to begin in August and costs expected to increase.
The City of Redding has confirmed the issue continues while the association considers legal options (David vs. Goliath).
Shasta County fire officials warned that all fireworks, including sparklers, remain illegal, carrying a $250 fine & 5 days in jail; patrols will increase ahead of July 4 as residents can choose legal displays at the Freedom Festival at Redding Civic Auditorium and Anderson Explodes on July 3.
California officials are asking residents to share how AI affects jobs and the economy through an anonymous survey on the Engage California platform.
The survey remains open until June 26 to help shape future policy for worker protections.
Paradigm Clinical Research in Redding is launching a psilocybin therapy study targeting PTSD, anxiety and OCD.
The trial is set in a home-like research suite (local veterans are a key focus) to explore alternatives to standard treatment.
Redding golfer Beau Forest won the 2026 Pro-Am Tournament on Jun.
18 after birdieing a second playoff hole to edge competitor Mathew Sutherland by one stroke (his key birdie sealed the win).
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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