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Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The new Redding Public Market will open today & feature local food vendors, artisan shops, and breweries to serve as a hub for community events & local gatherings. Action News Now
- ➤ North State Giving Tuesday raised $1,454,629 in 14 hours, marking the record-breaking highest donation count and largest average gift in 12 years, according to the Community Foundation of the North State, with over 3,500 donors & 220 nonprofits supporting local programs with matching funds from sponsors. Action News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hambro Recycling is set to launch four mobile recycling sites in Redding and Palo Cedro beginning in January so residents can quickly redeem aluminum cans, plastic bottles & glass containers at select Holiday Market and Walmart parking lots with drive-up access and scheduled hours. Action News Now
- ➤ The first Raising Cane's location in Redding opened Dec. 4 and drew a lively crowd. Redding native Ashley Parker Angel from O-Town made an appearance with a local nonprofit and Shasta High School choir. Action News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A bipartisan group including Rep. Doug LaMalfa is urging House leaders to reauthorize the Secure Rural Schools program and restore lost payments affecting local counties after fiscal 2023. The Senate passed the bill unanimously, and it would cover funding for 2024 and 2025 and extend support through fiscal year 2026. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Redding Fire Department reminds residents to take fire safety measures when decorating, urging them to unplug electric lights when leaving home and to use LEDs (a safer choice). It advises careful ladder use with live trees and safe handling of candles while testing smoke alarms monthly. KRCR
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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