Good morning, Redding.

Progress is underway on a Sacramento River Trail project near Benton Drive (adjacent to Riverside Drive) that honors the Wintu heritage with interpretive panels and native plants; the project is set to be completed by winter.

A pianist is transforming local parks into concert halls with a nonprofit classical music series — one that brings live performances to natural settings.

The initiative offers Redding audiences a fresh way to experience music this season.

A new Sacramento River Trail project will honor the Wintu tribe by placing interpretive panels and native plants along the trail.

Project details and installation dates are pending.

The Shasta County Office of Education hosted its second annual open house today, giving families a behind-the-scenes look at local programs like special education, early childhood development, and transportation while also launching its community report that outlines literacy initiatives and efforts to address staffing shortages.

Gov Newsom signed new wildfire laws on Sept.

30 to boost wildfire mitigation, including a low-interest loan program for fire-resistant home upgrades. Officials will soon share details on eligibility and program launch as funding programs roll out in fire-prone areas.

CAL FIRE teams up with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for a prescribed burn at Big Springs Ranch Wildlife Area from Oct.

3-5, 2026 as weather permits. Drivers should use caution on County Road A-12 + Machado Lane where crews plan to burn up to 4,000 acres in manageable sections.

A pump failure drawing water from Lake Shasta is prompting Jones Valley customers to conserve water as temporary pumps are expected to restore service with full repairs planned by Friday.

Gov. Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2222 Wednesday to offer tax credits for local news outlets; starting in 2027, eligible organizations can earn up to $20,000 per full-time journalist to help retain and hire reporters.

Two local high school athletes were named Shasta Family YMCA Athletes of the Week for Sept.

20-26, with Foothill’s Turner Knowles rushing for 245 yards on Sept. 25 + U-Prep junior Addison Maikranz reaching 2,000 assists on Sept. 15.