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Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Dignity Health Connected Living Food Bank is stocking up food supplies to meet expected higher demand when CalFresh benefits are delayed next month due to the government shutdown. The food bank is also urging local food pantries to share updates and asking for more volunteers to help avoid being overwhelmed. ShastaScout
- ➤ The North Valley Community Foundation announced Thursday it launched the Food Insecurity Relief Fund to help food banks tackle regional food shortages. The fund—already raised $100,000—gave its first $20,000 grant to the North State Food Bank to assist smaller pantries in Butte, Glenn, Colusa, Tehama and Plumas counties in restocking supplies. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Redding Fire Department has answered over 15,000 emergency calls this year with Fire Engine Number 5 handling 3,232 calls and stretching its resources on the east side of town—city officials bought land for a new station on Tarmac Road at Shasta View Drive but still lack funds to start construction. KQMS
- ➤ The Community Foundation of the North State launched the Shasta Critical Response Fund in collaboration with Supervisor Matt Plummer to support local residents affected by the government shutdown that began Oct. 1. They aim to raise $1.7 million by Nov 30 while Plummer donates his county salary and volunteers with food distribution—targeting vital community services. ShastaScout
- ➤ PG&E will repair a gas main on Dana Drive from November 1 through November 7 with work done nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.—motorists are advised to drive carefully. Traffic control is active at the intersection of Victor Avenue—emergency vehicles will have access during the repairs. Action News Now
- ➤ Roadwork will close the onramp from Lake Boulevard to Southbound I-5 in North Redding from 4:00 a.m. Saturday until 7:00 a.m. Monday. Drivers will be detoured via Northbound I-5 and Oasis Road — following a round trip back south — as the Lake Boulevard Road Safety Project reconfigures traffic so vehicles enter from a stoplight-controlled intersection — a change designed to improve safety. KQMS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ After Shasta officials opposed the True North Behavioral Health Campus plan, some Tehama County supervisors talked about hosting the project to add 200 new health jobs and improve local care. They expect a presentation from the project team before state funds are approved in spring — the plan will still need zoning and planning clearance. ShastaScout
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chris Searcey of Redding has driven around with a giant plastic skeleton in his pickup for two weeks—local students and drivers have enjoyed the sight as he drops his kids off at school and passes by stores. He secures the prop with zip-ties to keep it safe and avoids fast-food drive-through lanes and highways to prevent damage. Record Searchlight
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ IRONMAN has announced a new 70.3 triathlon set for August 16 in Shasta County that will take racers through Redding and the scenic Shasta Cascade region. Competitors will follow a course with a (1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride, and 13.1-mile run) and can earn slots for the World Championship (in Nice) as registration opens November 13. Action News Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jo Koy: Just Being Koy Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $59.75 — Experience the relatable humor of Jo Koy, a top stand-up comedian inspired by his colorful family.
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