Good morning, Redding.

Today, Redding public television station KIXE received about $1,000 from fifteen new donors after John Oliver featured rural PBS stations on 'Last Week Tonight'—boosting its donations amid severe federal funding cuts that left it short of nearly $400,000 in bridge funding for 2026. The station has applied for major grants—awaiting decisions by Dec. 11 to secure ongoing support.

Redding firefighter and former smokejumper Bob Diaz solved the final puzzle on Wheel of Fortune on Dec.

1 and won a 6-day Disney World trip along with about $3000 in cash. His family will use the prize for a trip planned in 2027 so that his daughters can be older and enjoy the park experience—he shared his win with fellow firefighters at Station 1.

Despite economic challenges this year, donors in the Northstate gave generously on Giving Tuesday by contributing over $1.2 million so far in donations of $100 or less for food distributions, toy drives, and other essential services.

The Community Foundation of the Northstate collected gifts for local groups such as Exodus Farms Ministry + Siskiyou Humane Society until 8 p.m. Tuesday with the goal of breaking last year's $1.6 million record.

Myli Vang and her fiancé Chueyee Kha opened Sweet Spot by Myli in November — a local bakery offering Asian cupcakes unavailable anywhere else in Redding.

The trailer for the action-thriller movie The Dresden Sun is out now and 95% of it was filmed in Redding.

A local screening will be held on Feb. 2 at 7 p.m.—about 100 tickets are available.

The Shasta-Trinity National Forest and Mount Shasta Avalanche Center have launched daily avalanche forecasts available by 7 a.m. to help keep visitors safe on winter recreation areas—such as Mount Shasta, Castle Lake, and the Eddy Mountains.

They will also provide free avalanche education with practical training starting Saturday, December 6, at 7 p.m. at Deadwood Supply Co. in Mount Shasta.

On Dec. 6, Beautify Shasta will host its largest volunteer clean-up at the Bird Sanctuary Loop near Turtle Bay Exploration Park, where volunteers will meet outside the Sheraton Hotel near the Monolith at 8 a.m.—Mark Ewing said the effort will target abandoned encampments and high-impact litter zones, ending at 12 p.m.

California announced that fast chargers for electric vehicles will be built in Redding as part of statewide infrastructure improvements.

The project was reported on Dec 2 and is expected to boost local commutes.

The Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System announced that Dr. Paul Davis was named as a member of its Public Health Advisory Board—he brings strong public health skills to board meetings and committees.

He will review meeting material and help plan board projects.

Dignity Health Mercy Medical Center in Redding celebrated its 500th heart procedure with Stanford Health Care on October 28 after five years of working together.

Two Stanford surgeons—Dr. David Greentree and Dr. Minh Vu—performed the procedure, showing the community the value of advanced heart care.

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.

The Nutcracker: A Holiday Ballet Experience

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Shasta College Theatre — Free for sponsored class attendees — Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky’s classic holiday ballet performed live with orchestra and vibrant costumes.

New Year's Eve Bash

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Win-River Event Center — General Admission $65, VIP $300 — Celebrate the New Year with comedy, live music, dancing, and a buffet.