Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of July.
Good morning, Redding.
Crews stopped several small fires Monday evening in Shasta County; one fire off Redwood Boulevard and Mountain Lakes burned about a half acre before being controlled, a truck caught fire off I-5 at Pollard Flat by 7:30 p.m., and smoke off Highway 273 was traced to burning garbage.
Turtle Bay Exploration Park launches the Turtle Express train ride, offering riders a narrated journey over the Sundial Bridge and through the arboretum loop this summer + tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis at the museum.
Northern California casinos host a two-week series of concerts, comedy, magic and family fun from Monday, July 6 until Saturday, July 19 with headliners Megadeth & Wonho scheduled to perform.
Cal Fire plans a control burn on 43 acres at Gore Ranch southwest of Redding starting at 7 p.m. today and lasting into early Thursday as crews train and reduce wildfire risk — residents may notice smoke and should drive with caution.
Redding’s red light camera program has cut traffic crashes from 96 to 33 a year since 2007.
Police say drivers avoid citations by stopping fully at the limit line — a simple act that makes roads safer.
Kao USA recalled specific lots of Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo sold in California after tests found the bacteria Pluralibacter gergoviae, which may infect people with compromised immunity.
Consumers with affected bottles should stop using them & follow disposal instructions or contact the hotline.
Redding’s Waffle Bite offers pop-culture waffles and weekly social events at 6400 Westside Road.
Families can enjoy Saturday pop-ups that bring a lively twist to mealtime.
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.
Roger Jaeger Acoustic Performance
7-8 p.m. — I.O.O.F. — $10 — Enjoy an incredible night of acoustic rock featuring local talent and special guests from Portland.
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