Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of June.
Good morning, Redding.
A hiker reported missing Sunday was found safe after a multi-day search by community members in western Shasta County (Gerrad Esnault, 35, received minor medical care and was taken to a local hospital after getting lost near Middletown Park Drive and Swasey Park trails).
Redding officials have delayed approval of the 99,275-sqft Oasis Shopping Center until July 28 to allow further review of permit conditions.
The project, located at Oasis Road - Twin View Boulevard in north Redding, would include hotels, restaurants, retail stores and a gas station.
Lucente Cucina opened today at 1900 Hilltop Drive with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that marked its Italian restaurant debut; it serves hand-rolled pasta, house-made sauces, and an in-house butchery (bringing a chef-driven dining option to locals).
Students with CASC in Redding are gaining leadership skills to advocate for school and community issues + the group offers opportunities for young people to learn civic engagement for future careers.
More than 100 U.S. Naval Sea Cadets are spending this week at Simpson University in a boot camp modeled after Navy training to build discipline, teamwork and leadership (the program will conclude with a graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 27).
A 5.6 earthquake shook Northern California just after 8 a.m. on Wednesday, triggering alerts on phones in Redding.
The quake was centered 6.8 miles north of Redwood Valley near Ukiah and was followed minutes later by a 2.5 tremor.
The Gore Ranch prescribed burn west of Highway 273 plus north of Clear Creek Road torched 42 acres Tuesday and will continue through Friday, with a planned 14-acre burn near Parkville Road on Wednesday.
The Strawberry Moon will peak at 7:57 p.m. on Monday, June 29 over Redding and nearby sites—such as Lake Shasta, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, and Lassen Volcanic National Park—for clear views; stargazers should check local weather and plan ahead to enjoy summer's first full moon.
Geologist Paul Caruso explained that Redding’s felt quakes come from deep tectonic movement & the melting of rock that leads to inland volcanoes.
These events are typically sharp and loud, unlike the rolling, coastal temblors occurring farther west.
A Southern California company is proposing a scaled-down development at the north site where Costco once planned to build + local officials are reviewing the proposal for community impact.
Shasta Estates Senior Living hosts a ribbon cutting today at 1350 Buenaventura Blvd + the community celebrates renovation upgrades for older adults.
The grand reopening runs from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and features live entertainment, tours and a charity fundraiser.
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.
Ian Munsick Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Win-River Event Center — $60 — Experience the bold sounds of country with Ian Munsick in a night full of high-energy anthems.
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