Good morning, Redding.

Shasta County groups join forces this September for Hunger Action Month to expand 34 school food pantries for students facing food insecurity.

Dignity Health, Connected Living, Rogue Credit Union & the County Office of Education are set to support thousands through the new program.

A new eatery is set to move into the old Xander’s Greek kiosk — part of the developing Churn Creek shopping center in north Redding, and a grocery store might join the project soon.

A fire destroyed the Rustic Rose wedding venue in Red Bluff on Aug.

24. Owners Randy and Valerie Holbrook—who built the venue 16 years ago—plan to rebuild as a smaller space for micro weddings with community support; emergency crews responded quickly and no one was injured.

Dolly Parton captivated Redding audiences in the 1970s at the Civic Auditorium (drawing large sold-out crowds) with memorable performances.

Country star Merle Haggard once pined for her and recalled those shows as defining moments in his career.

Voters will decide on a $129M bond measure this November to upgrade Shasta College facilities + add a new agriculture classroom and expanded automotive, diesel, and welding programs, with local contractors handling most work while property taxes remain unchanged.

Simpson University started its new academic year with record enrollment, welcoming about 850 undergraduates and a 17% rise in graduate programs.

University President Norm Hall said the university is using fundraising and grant writing to lower tuition — a step that prepares more students for the local workforce.

Shasta County bus drivers are urging careful driving today as students return to school, reminding drivers to stop when amber lights signal caution (the stop arm requires a safe 20-foot gap).

Starting Friday until Sept.

21, the Bureau of Reclamation will boost water flows at Lewiston Dam from 450 to 1,200 CFS to aid migrating salmon up the Trinity River — the move is coordinated with Yurok and Hoopa Tribes and will also improve conditions on the Upper Klamath River for the Yurok Tribe’s Boat Dance Ceremony.

Foothill High School in Palo Cedro is testing Sway Medical, a phone-based tool for spotting concussions during football games this season.

Athletic trainer Allison Hingstelo said the tool measures balance (among other skills) to help trainers decide when a player may safely return to the field.

Sports Director Blake Mayfield and Raishaud Pinkney hosted the opening week of high school football action in the Under the Lights segment yesterday, showcasing standout plays from local teams.