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Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On August 6th, the Shasta County Probation Department’s Grow Program hosted a pop up event at a Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility in Redding where children sold produce they cultivated, including peaches, plums, tomatoes, and herbs+ the event helped them learn to complete projects and handle donations. KRCR
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Dibble Creek Volunteer Fire Department responded to a rollover crash on Lake California Drive outside Lake California when a white pickup truck rolled over and ignited flames that spread to nearby vegetation—officials are monitoring the situation. Action News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Longtime Damburger owners Julie Malik and Nell Cox are selling the beloved burger stand on Placer Street for $1.2 million and will train the new owner to maintain its tradition plus keep most of the staff. They stressed that the buyer must honor the restaurant’s tomato-free policy and the longstanding community legacy. A News Cafe
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A high-speed chase involving a stolen car reached 130 mph and ended at a gas station on Cypress Avenue at 8:35 p.m. Wednesday — both suspects were caught after their vehicle hit a spike strip and they fled on foot following a collision with a sheriff’s cruiser. Action News Now
- ➤ A possible pipe bomb was found Wednesday morning in Weaverville near Mill Street and Trinity County Sheriff’s Deputies secured the area—alerting the Shasta County Bomb Squad which later rendered the device safe—. KQMS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Forest Service said there are five lesser-known trails in Shasta-Trinity National Forest to give Redding hikers and bikers extra space away from crowded paths this summer. Some trails offer easy family hikes while others challenge mountain bikers — all are reachable by car from Redding. Record Searchlight
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Redding announced that maintenance on a utility manhole will occur on Churn Creek Road from August 11 to August 13, with southbound traffic between Camino Court and Harpole Road affected from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists should drive with caution — emergency vehicles will continue to have access during these hours. Action News Now
- ➤ A judge ruled that the thirty year impact fee agreement made in July 2023 between Shasta County and Redding Rancheria is illegal because county staff failed to notify key departments and county counsel did not review the deal—local officials had recommended rejecting it since it was meant to pay for public safety costs for a planned casino complex near Interstate 5. A status conference will be held on Friday as the tribe waits to see if the county appeals the ruling. KQMS
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Children's Clay Club with Natalie
3:30-5:00 p.m. — Shasta County Arts Council — Registration required — Foster creativity and fine motor skills through hands-on clay activities.
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Yachtley Crew Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $42 — Experience the smooth sounds of Yacht Rock with the talented Yachtley Crew.
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Slightly Stoopid Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $74.25 — Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring Slightly Stoopid with special guests Iration and Little Stranger.
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Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening
7:30-9 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $55.75 — Celebrate rock history with Jason Bonham's tribute to Led Zeppelin in a must-see indoor show.
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Moonlight Madness 2-Mile Run/Walk
8:15-10:00 p.m. — Shasta Dam — $31.74 — Experience a scenic 2-mile run or walk across Shasta Dam illuminated by the moonlight.
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Josh Turner Concert
7:30 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $27.50 — Experience the rich sounds of country music as Josh Turner takes the stage with his deep vocals.
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The Prince of Egypt
All day — Redding Performing Arts Center — VIP tables available — Experience the epic journey of Moses in this live performance for all ages.
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Girls Inc. Gala: Blossoms of Brilliance
5-10 p.m. — Win-River Resort & Casino — Ticketed event — Celebrate the empowerment of girls with dinner, dancing, and auctions supporting local programs.
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