Good morning, Redding.

Friends of Redding Rodeo is hosting its first red-tie, dress-up gala on Oct.

24 at the Redding Rodeo grounds (this formal Western evening aims to raise funds for upgrades including a new announcer's booth and improved seating) and will feature food, music, dancing, auctions, and hall of fame inductees.

CAL FIRE Lassen-Modoc has added two fire apparatus engineers—Dylan Hill and Daniel Summers—who recently graduated from the CAL FIRE Academy in Ione; Unit Chief Joshua Kern welcomed them as they prepare to serve the Lassen-Modoc communities.

PG&E warns gusty winds may trigger Public Safety Power Shutoffs beginning Saturday afternoon for up to 14,000 customers in Shasta and nearby counties, as low humidity adds risk — prompting residents to prepare for potential outages.

Shasta County officials confirmed the first West Nile Virus case this season in an adult from Anderson Friday, Sept.

11 at 11:25 a.m. The health department has increased mosquito control measures — using more traps and targeted spraying — to reduce the risk for residents.

Mercy Medical Center's Sierra Pacific Regional Cancer Center has opened in Redding but faces staffing challenges—administrators are recruiting to fill vacancies and ensure timely patient care.

Shasta County marks September as Suicide Prevention Month amid a high suicide rate and urges residents to visit youmattershasta.org for local support and warning signs guidance.

Experts recommend calling 9-8-8 for the national 24-hour crisis line.