Good morning, Redding.

Demitri Camperos (31), an Eaton Fire survivor who lost his family home near Altadena, is walking 500 miles to Paradise (he aims to complete his journey by Thanksgiving).

Renovators are fixing the Shasta Historical Society building on Market Street after a water heater burst flooded it two years ago; workers are placing a beam to lift old trusses and updating the drywall, wiring, and HVAC (with a re-opening party planned for over 700 members by year’s end).

Apartment listing prices in Redding increased 4% since last September to a median of $1,450, a Zumper analysis showed — one-bedroom rents rose 1% and two-bedroom rents increased 7% while local prices remain much lower than state and national levels.

In early September, the Pit River Tribe regained 270 acres along Fall River after the Western Rivers Conservancy purchased Pope Jensen Ranch to preserve an area of historic and cultural value.

The tribe will start restoring 135 acres of wetlands—planting native species and removing invasive ones—to protect local wildlife and support traditional practices.

Dignity Health Connected Living in Shasta County reported they prepared for a surge in food bank visits after four weeks of the government shutdown — many residents, including federal workers, missed SNAP benefits.

The Salvation Army local branch, which served about 300 people weekly, ran low on supplies — prompting urgent calls for donations.

The True North Behavioral Health Campus proposal will move forward today despite Shasta County Board opposition as Signature Healthcare & Arch Collaborative plan to submit their proposal for a $150 million state investment and $50 million from Signature to create 200 jobs and expand mental health services. The project, which includes 72 beds and 32 chairs, aims to provide crisis care and treatment for those in need.

Data from Realtor.com shows that in September the median home listing price in Shasta County dropped to $422,250, a 1.6% decline from August and 3.4% lower than last September, with homes measuring about 1,770 square feet listed at roughly $251 per square foot.

In the Redding metro area, the median listing fell to $422,000 — these figures cover only single-family homes, condos, and townhomes.

Redding-area high school football teams will play Week 10 games this Halloween weekend, with matchups on Friday, Oct.

31 and Saturday, Nov. 1. The schedule features mostly 7:00 p.m. games and two starts at 6:00 p.m. (Burney at Chester, Hayfork at Tulelake) as well as a rare Saturday rivalry game (Redding University Prep vs West Valley) at 7:30 p.m.

Fall River Line Dancing Lessons

6-7:30 p.m. — Fall River Brewing Co. Brewery — Free entry — Grab a pint and learn some country line dancing with no partner needed.

The SSO Presents "Scenes — Music That Makes Us Feel"

7:30-10 p.m. — Shasta College Theatre — $5 - $15 — Experience a captivating evening of orchestral music including works by Tchaikovsky, Williams, and local composer Brian Bisetti.

International Fly Fishing Film Festival

7-8:30 p.m. — Cascade Theatre — Check event for pricing — Experience stunning fly fishing adventures through captivating films from around the globe.

T1Diabetes Strides Walk

10 AM – 12 PM — Sundial Bridge — $5 Registration — A 1.5-mile community walk to raise awareness for diabetes and promote healthy living.

California Chocolate Expo 2025

12-5 p.m. — Red Lion Hotel Redding — $15 general admission, free for children 8 & under — A sweet celebration of craft chocolate featuring top chocolatiers and artisan vendors.

Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet

7-8:30 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets from $38.75 — Experience the enchanting Nutcracker ballet with an international cast and exquisite holiday decor.

Shasta College Symphonic Band Concert

3-5 p.m. — Shasta College Theatre — $5 — Experience a dynamic performance of symphonic music featuring talented student and community musicians.

Sugar Plum Tea

11 a.m.–1 p.m. — Redding City Ballet — Ticket sales close November 19 — Enjoy an elegant high tea with live performances of The Nutcracker and a special visit from the Sugar Plum Fairy.

Fall River Line Dancing Lessons

6-7:30 p.m. — Fall River Brewing Co. Brewery — Free entry — Grab a pint and learn some country line dancing with no partner required.