Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of August.
Good morning, Redding.
A Redding mother, Christina Schaibele, launched a foundation and published a book to support childhood cancer research after her son died nearly three years ago.
She said a baby hummingbird named Chance helped guide her to honor his wishes as the Three and Thirty-Third Foundation takes shape.
Drivers on Oregon Street will face closures and detours as the Oregon Street Improvements Project disrupts travel from Aug.
24-28 (7 a.m. to 5 p.m.) between Yuba and Shasta, Tehama and Shasta, and Yuba and Butte while crews install a reinforced concrete box culvert.
Elwood Ranch owner Kenny Elwood will donate 200 lbs beef to Good News Rescue Mission on Friday to honor Dylan, who graduated from the mission’s discipleship program a week ago after overcoming homelessness — he plans to attend Shasta College to earn a heavy equipment operator certificate.
A local builder is making a mark downtown as new projects spark business interest, while Anselmo Vineyards is drawing renewed attention in Shasta County (further details to be announced).
Oma’s Pride recalled over 600 bags of its Woof Complete Chicken Canine Recipe dog food after Salmonella contamination was detected, and a local small animal clinic advised pet owners to consult their vet if their dog shows fever & vomiting.
The recall affects products sold in 11 states, including California.
Gov. Newsom announced that California will provide free emergency albuterol inhalers and spacers to public and charter schools statewide under the new CalRx program, which starts next week.
The three-year initiative aims to help students manage asthma emergencies without delay.
Data from Realtor.com shows that Shasta County home prices in May reached a median of $375,000, a 1.4% rise from April’s $370,000, with recorded sales dropping slightly to 205.
Single-family homes and condos saw moderate price shifts from last year.
Nearly 750 volunteers supported Ironman 70.3 at Whiskeytown Lake on Aug.
16, helping with athlete safety and logistics. Tiffney Ottoboni (volunteer team captain) led 120 paddlers and praised the community for showcasing Redding in a positive light.
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