Good morning, Redding.

Western Grazers owner Tim Arrowsmith said his goat herding business in Red Bluff will shut down if the state does not renew its special wage law.

The company, which uses 5,000 goats hired by local governments to clear fire hazards, will sue if no change occurs by month end.

Shasta County is reviewing potential new rules that could impact food truck operations; vendors may face tougher requirements as the proposal moves forward following discussions on Aug.

20.

Young Redding musicians are battling for a $500 prize and a stage spot at tomorrow's Roots Revival Festival youth battle of the bands at the downtown park, with acts like Flynn Jackson and 8-year-old drummer Yisrael Giaudrone set to perform.

The Redding City Council approved a major overhaul of Caldwell Park today using a $6.7 million state grant to add a bicycle park, fitness plaza, improved lighting and parking — the Redding Trail Alliance will manage maintenance.

Drivers on Highway 299 near the Pit River Grade east of Burney will face up to 70-minute delays next week as Caltrans crews use a helicopter to install a rock fall prevention system.

Delays will occur Monday through Thursday between 6:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. and until 3 p.m. on Fridays.

Redding Civic Auditorium remains open for a few pre-arranged events (including Ironman and the Fly Fishing Festival scheduled for Sept.

24 to 26) despite lacking a full-time operator, and the city seeks bids to find a new operator to resume full programming.

New free medication disposal drop boxes are now available year-round for residents in Shasta and Sierra counties at CVS Pharmacy in Redding (1060 E.

Cypress Ave.) and the Sierra County Probation Department in Loyalton (105 Beckwith St.). The boxes are part of a MED-Project effort to expand safe disposal options.

The first-ever IRONMAN triathlon in Redding drew 1,360 athletes and thousands of supporters this past weekend, leading to fully booked hotels + a boost for local businesses; the Redding Sports Commission will meet soon to plan an expanded race in 2027 with over 2,500 athletes expected.

After a 5-5 season that included a 1-4 league record, the Anderson Cubs are building a new culture for fall with a strong group of juniors and head coach (PJ O'Connell) in his second year.