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Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Shasta Valley Chase train made its final run as the Roseberg Veneer Plant in Weed closed last week & headed to Oregon, marking the end of a historic railway chapter in Siskiyou County. Photographer Robert Renick captured the train’s last journey on camera. Action News Now
- ➤ Two playful holiday elves named Buddy and Martha were escorted home by Redding police after mistakenly visiting their former address—Staples family welcomed the duo with a friendly warning. KRCR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two new businesses opened downtown recently — Fall River Brewing will soon open a tap room in Shasta Lake to offer more local options. Record Searchlight
- ➤ Goodtimes Pizza and Things was named The Best Pizza on Thursday, Dec. 11 at a local awards gala in Redding, and the community's vote honored the Palo Cedro shop over other local favorites. KRCR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ California gas prices dropped for the second week on Monday, Dec. 8 — falling to $4.27 per gallon from $4.36 last week — according to the Energy Information Administration, with prices nearly 45% above the national average of $2.94 per gallon. Record Searchlight
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Whitmore Elementary School District and Mountain Union School District will merge into one district, according to the Shasta County Office of Education — the merger is not expected to significantly affect school budgets, but the office will lose $358,000 per year in state funding. Action News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Redding Area Bus Authority has begun using B20 biodiesel in its 16 diesel buses to lower carbon emissions by 15% and support cleaner air in Shasta County. The agency plans to monitor performance and expand its use of renewable fuels and electric vehicles over the next seven years. Action News Now
- ➤ RABA will replace four of its oldest diesel buses with hybrid low-emission buses after receiving a $2.6M federal grant; the new buses are expected in about a year to improve air quality and reduce noise in Shasta County. KRCR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Redding CHP warns drivers that overly festive holiday lights on cars may distract others and lead to citations. The agency shared a photo to show the safety risk. Action News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The All-Northern Section volleyball team featuring 24 top players was announced today — University Prep’s Audrey Berg earned MVP and Orland coach Miranda Coughlin received the Mike Haworth Coach of the Year Award. Record Searchlight
- ➤ Mt. Shasta Ski Park is marking its 40th year and remains fully staffed while waiting for longer cold spells to bring enough snow to cover the slopes. The park will open when the freeze sets in. Action News Now
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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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