Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
Good morning, Redding.
PG&E crews are working to restore power to over 10,000 customers in Shasta County—6,002 in Happy Valley and 3,127 near Palo Cedro—with a separate unplanned outage affecting 482 customers in Tehama County.
The crews are inspecting damaged power lines along main roads to safely restore power soon.
The historic Greyhound Bus sign, saved when its station was torn down in 2013, was installed at the Redding Area Bus Authority Passenger Terminal and will be lit at 8 p.m. today during a ceremony hosted by local groups — a nod to the city's past.
Redding Regional Airport held a public meeting on Sept.
10 where officials explained plans for a 30 million dollar Runway Rehabilitation Project that will shut the main runway from Sept. 23 to Oct. 20, pausing commercial flights while the crosswind runway stays open except for six days from Oct. 6 to 11.
County officials discussed a charter error when District 1 Supervisor Crye blamed others for not filing the Measure D paperwork while CEO Rickert noted the documents were sent late to Sacramento—leaving Shasta County without charter status.
Sheriff Johnson’s new Alternative Custody Program is moving ahead after the board approved a lease for 90 acres along Eastside Road and nonprofit Amity Foundation pitched a residential re-entry plan to serve low-level offenders.
Shasta County’s official charter status—approved by voters in March and scheduled to begin on Jan.
1—became official after missing paperwork was filed on Sept. 8, and county officials blamed each other for the delay while the board voted Tuesday to launch a public survey on possible charter changes with new ballot initiatives planned for no earlier than 2026.
Redding locals can visit six top-rated campsites in the Shasta Cascades this autumn that range from family-friendly parks to quiet tent-only spots—each offering basic amenities and nearby trails for hiking and fishing.
Campers are advised to reserve early and bring their own water as these spots fill quickly.
Shasta Family YMCA named two high school athletes for Sept.
1-6, 2025, with Anderson’s Cooper Cyre leading the North Section in football by throwing 544 yards and three touchdowns and West Valley’s Campbell Anthony posting top stats in volleyball with 26 digs, 18 kills, and five aces—showing their strong play on the field and court.
Nash Ranch Mud Run
9:30 a.m. — Nash Ranch Pumpkin Patch — Registration required — Navigate fun obstacles while supporting local children's initiatives at this family-friendly mud run.
Redding Roots Revival
4:00 – 11:30 PM — Viva Downtown Redding — Check event page for ticket info — Experience two days of live American roots music at this community enrichment festival in downtown Redding.
Chevelle Live with Special Guests
7-8:30 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $31.50 — Enjoy an incredible outdoor rock concert featuring Chevelle with Asking Alexandria and Dead Poet Society.
Stillwater Pow Wow 2025
4-10 p.m. — Redding Rodeo Grounds — Free entry — Celebrate Native American culture with dance, music, and crafts at this vibrant pow wow.
Shasta Gem & Mineral Society Show
All day — Shasta District Fair & Event Center — Admission cost TBD — Explore a dazzling array of gems and minerals at this annual showcase.
Queen Revisited - A Tribute to Queen
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Cascade Theatre — Tickets from $106 — Experience the legendary music of Queen live with a tribute performance.
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