Good morning, Redding.

HGTV named Redding one of the top 10 rising small cities in America (ranked 9th overall and highest in California), highlighting a boost in wages, job opportunities, and growth in local universities and healthcare amid its rich natural amenities.

A new guide explains California's CalHeatScore levels (from CHS 0 for low risk to CHS 4 for severe) to help local residents prepare for extreme heat.

The tool clarifies what each level means to keep residents safe during hot weather.

Redding is launching a $1.9 million project (aimed at boosting pedestrian safety) today to beautify downtown Oregon Street.

Motorists on Highway 299 east of Burney face extended delays starting Monday due to the Pit One Grade Rockfall Mitigation Project, which expects up to 70-minute delays during peak hours over a three-week period; drivers should plan ahead and consider alternate routes.

S.T. Rhoades Construction, Inc. and the Redding Rancheria will start to widen Clear Creek Road soon from about 0.17 miles west of Highway 273 to add a center left-turn lane.

Construction will continue through September on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and drivers should expect delays.

The upstairs area of Redding Library reopened Tuesday, July 28 after HVAC repairs were completed — the downstairs area and Children’s Department remained open during the closure.

Shasta Public Libraries thanked the community for their patience.

The inaugural Ironman 70.3 Northern California race will start next month at Whiskeytown Lake and include a swim, bike ride on Highway 299, and a run through downtown Redding — with planned road closures.

Some residents say they have yet to receive details about the event.

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.