Good morning, Redding.

The Redding Rancheria Community Fund awarded $124,993 in grants to 53 nonprofits in Shasta and Trinity counties to support cultural, historic and educational activities.

The fund—one of the longest-standing philanthropic programs—has given over $4.8 million overall, and CEO Tracy Edwards said it boosts local community life.

The Hill Fire near Happy Hills Road in Anderson burned 16 acres and became 80% contained as about 100 firefighters worked to mop up hot spots tonight.

Evacuation orders have been reduced to warnings + officials say the fire’s cause remains under investigation.

A 15-acre vegetation fire near Happy Hills Road outside Anderson has prompted evacuations in the Coyote Lane area (zones COT-9520 and HAP-7490) as it threatens nearby structures.

The Elephant Fire near Loyalton is burning over 12,000 acres with only 5% containment, prompting an evacuation order for Lassen Zone 451-A & warnings for 2 additional zones along the Sierra & Plumas County line.

Water service stopped Friday for the Sugarloaf Water System in Lakehead—Shasta County Public Works is repairing the system and advises residents to boil water for cooking, drinking, brushing teeth, washing dishes or preparing food until tests confirm safety.

Shasta Family YMCA shared five water safety tips today to help parents and caregivers guide kids swimming in local pools and lakes (including Whiskeytown and Lake Shasta).

They advise never letting children swim alone and using Coast Guard-approved life jackets for added safety.

Crews are assembling prefabricated modules on Parkview Avenue for Parkview Haven (a 14-unit transitional housing project for vulnerable residents) using modular construction that rapidly builds out units.

The $5.8 million development, led by Faithworks Community Coalition, will open early 2027.

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.