Good morning, Redding.

Redding community members visited the Redding Veterans Home on Friday during the Adopt a Veteran event to choose a veteran to receive a Christmas gift—gathering started at 9 a.m. and all gift tags were selected in two hours.

Those who missed the event may call 5302243300 ext 3.

United Way of Northern California is offering $100 gift cards to families affected by a pause in SNAP benefits across nine counties, including Shasta.

The emergency food assistance program is funded by the Sierra Health Foundation’s Emergency Food4All initiative—helping residents buy groceries and essential supplies immediately.

Redding’s second annual California Chocolate Expo ended on November 16th at the Red Lion Hotel—bringing together over 40 vendors, live performances from the Redding City Ballet and costumed actors—and featured a range of artisan treats from local and international chocolatiers.

Judges awarded the best dessert—German chocolate cake—to When Pie Meets Bread, and organizers plan to return next year.

Today, the U.S. Forest Service announced that prescribed burns in McCloud within the Shasta-Trinity National Forest will begin to reduce wildfire hazards and will continue through Friday.

The controlled burns are part of safety measures designed to lower the risk of future wildfires.

Drivers on Edith Avenue and Airpark Drive in Redding face intermittent traffic control through Dec.

19 for the REU Electric Vault Upgrade Project — crews work from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the day and 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. at night to install conduit and replace vaults. Motorists should drive carefully or use alternate routes while emergency vehicles have full access.

The Record Searchlight is holding a fan vote to choose the top high school football offensive player from nine local schools in the Redding area this season.

The poll remains open through postseason + voters may cast one vote per day.

The Record Searchlight is launching a fan vote for the top high school football defensive player of the year +readers from nine local schools may cast one vote per day+ and the poll will remain open through the postseason for deciding the winner.

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.

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.

STOMP Performance

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $59.25 — Experience the explosive and innovative rhythms of STOMP in an unforgettable indoor show.

Jingle Bell Fun Run

4-5 p.m. — Sundial Bridge — $30-$35 for adults, $20-$25 for children — Kick off the holiday season with a festive 2-mile run/walk adorned with jingle bells.

John Crist: Jokes for Humans

7-8:30 p.m. — Redding Civic Auditorium — Tickets starting at $37.25 — Enjoy a night of laughter with one of today's fastest-rising stand-up comedians.

The Nutcracker Ballet

7-8:30 p.m. — Cascade Theatre, Redding, CA — Ticket prices vary — Experience Tchaikovsky’s enchanting holiday classic with Clara, her Nutcracker Prince, and a whimsical cast.

12Ks of Christmas

9 AM - 12 PM — Lake Redding Park — Custom medals for top finishers — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive run featuring music and awards.