Good morning, Redding.

A Redding veteran’s lost emotional support corgi was found trapped on an island in the Sacramento River after a two-month search—she was taken to Cottonwood Small Animal Clinic on November 16 and renamed Mindy.

The dog now stays with rescuer Diane as she begins a long recovery from fever and malnutrition.

Yesterday, Queen of Dragons dispensary in Shasta Lake gave turkeys to 20 locals and opened an ongoing food pantry to support those in need — the business will also hold December drawings for ham, sports merch and a big screen TV with items donated by Northstate farmers.

Demitri Camperos, a survivor of the Eaton Fire, walked more than 500 miles from Altadena to Paradise and met local leaders to learn wildfire recovery techniques — his trek marked a key step after losing his childhood home in January and he plans to share these lessons with his community.

Redding will host its sixth annual Garden of Lights event this Friday — organizers plan to illuminate the night with festive outdoor displays for community visitors.

The holiday season in Redding will shine brighter as the 6th annual Garden of Lights opens next week at Turtle Bay—teams have been setting up millions of lights at the Turtle Bay Arboretum for this festive event.

More than 1,000 ninth-graders from Northern California will attend the 12th annual Planting Seeds of Opportunity STEM Career Day on November 21 at the Shasta District Fair and Event Center in Anderson.

The event runs from 9:40 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — it will feature presentations and interactive sessions to guide students toward careers in medical technologies.

Drew Askeland, a Redding native, is the Record Searchlight’s new government reporter—he studied Cognitive Sciences at UCI and advanced from an intern to an editor before returning home to cover local government.

Rural California youth face higher mental health risks as many lack nearby therapists and reliable counseling, which makes getting help hard.

Lawmakers are planning to expand peer support programs in high schools — training students to offer timely care when professional help is far away.

Shasta County granted $2.2 million in opioid settlement funds paired with $17.8 million from the state to help Good News Rescue Mission build a 75-bed licensed residential substance use treatment facility in downtown Redding—set to open in 2027.

The nonprofit also plans an outpatient program for 250 unhoused residents that could start in September.

Former Anderson football coach and teacher Bob Reid — a revered community figure — died on November 16 at age 87; he built a powerhouse program and earned a place in the Shasta County Hall of Fame.

His career spanned from 1964 to 1998 and his unique coaching style left a lasting impact on many students.

Trinity runner Jackson Poburko won the Northern Section cross country race on Nov.

13—he led his team to an overall first-place finish, while West Valley junior Reese Haas recorded 14 kills in a close volleyball win during the Division IV CIF state playoffs. Both athletes were named the Shasta Family YMCA Athletes of the Week for Nov. 10-16.

Turner Knowles for the Foothill Cougars earned the Under the Lights Playoff Play of the Week award yesterday from Chico Nissan Hyundai—he broke several tackles and scored a touchdown—confirming his strong performance in the playoff game.

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.

A Celtic Christmas Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cascade Theatre — $32.50 – $62.50 — Experience a festive evening of Irish music, dance, and storytelling in a cozy atmosphere.