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Deadline Near for City Council, Clerk Candidates

Press Release — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:37:21 +0000

Candidates for the November 2, 2010, Redding City Council and City Clerk elections have at least two more weeks to return final paperwork to secure a spot on the ballot.

Forms are due by August 6. However, if any incumbent elects not to run, the filing deadline will be extended by law to August 11 for non-incumbent candidates, according to Cit…

ShastaYama Taiko Festival Returns to Mt. Shasta

Press Release — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:40:26 +0000

What: ShastaYama 6th Annual Taiko Festival

When: Saturday, Jul 31, 6 p.m.

Where: Shastice Park, Mount Shasta (Rockfellow & Adams)

Tickets: $25 (18 & up), $20 (13-17), $15 (5-12), 4 & under free w/adult ticket
Tickets available here.

In the alpine beauty of Mount Shasta, a cultural phenomenon has taken hold. Taiko - Japanese d…

More KIXE Crazy Cool Cyberchase Math Magic

Press Release — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:19:19 +0000

REDDING - KIXE’s CYBERCHASE Saturdays continues at Turtle Bay on July 24 and 31. During these Saturdays from 10:30am-3:30pm we will offer face painting, cool games, scavenger hunts and prizes, including a limited number of Cyberchase DVDS! Families are encouraged to play and rate unique math games created by local kids. On Saturd…

Think Pink in Pictures for a Breast Health Calendar

Press Release — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:09:59 +0000

Do you have a “Pink” themed picture you would like published in our new calendar?

Upload your pictures to our photo module beginning July 23, 2010 when a link to our Pink Photo Gallery Upload feature will be added.

Winning Photographs will be published in this year’s 2011-2012 Calendar distributed to 40,000 women in the…

Girls Inc. Seeks Presenters for Local Schools

... — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 21:22:11 +0000

Girls Inc. of Northern Sacramento Valley is looking for program facilitators for the coming school year, and needs applications submitted by July 31. After that, an interview process will begin.

The job is paid, ranges from 2 to 10 hours per week and involves presenting Girls Inc. curricula to small groups of girls at local schools. C…

Dancing with the Stars Returns to Shasta County

Press Release — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 11:45:14 +0000

What: 4th Annual Dancing with the Stars - Shasta County Style

When: July 10

Where: Cascade Theatre

Cost: $20 (seniors and youth) and $25 (general admission)

Shasta Women’s Refuge will hold the 4th Annual Dancing with the Stars - Shasta County Style on Saturday, July 10th at the Cascade Theatre. This exciting evening of dance will be p…

Happy Birthday, 2nd Saturday ArtHop

Press Release — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 10:00:20 +0000

ArtHop is this Saturday, July 10 - 6 to 9 p.m.

Celebrate our 2nd Birthday with an evening of art and music of 25 venues!!

HawkMan Studios, anewscafe.com and Carnegies invite you to the ArtHop After-Party, a celebration of the arts in the North State!

Enjoy live music by Muletown, an extended reception for artist Kim Piazza and Carnegie’…

‘North State for Haiti’ Medical Relief Fundraiser

Press Release — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 16:37:30 +0000

What: “North State for Haiti” Medical Relief Mission Fundraiser

When: Tuesday (June 29), 6 p.m.

Where: Vintage Wine Bar & Restaurant
1790 Market St, Redding

Featuring Live Music by Andy Ooley, Silent Art & Grand Prize Auction, Incredible Raffle and Wine Tasting

The “North State for Haiti” Medical Rel…

Broadway on the Green tonight

Jim Dyar — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 18:21:17 +0000

The Redding City Musical Theatre Company fundraiser “Broadway on the Green” takes place at 7 p.m. today (Saturday) at the Redding Convention Center Amphitheater.

RCMTC director Diana Christensen was passing out fliers at Thursday’s MarketFest to help get the word out. In addition to performances by company member…

Lavender Wine, Brownies, Ice Cream? Lovely!

Press Release — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:59:42 +0000

What: Lavender Festival at Tuscan Heights Lavender Gardens

When: Jun 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Tuscan Heights Lavender Gardens
12757 Fern Road EAST, Whitmore, CA 96096 (530) 472-3066 www.tuscanheights.net

Cost: $2 per person at the gate - Kids under 10, FREE!

Free parking at Whitmore Post Office, Community Center and the Way Statio…

North State Foodies Unite for ‘Field to Fork’

Adam Mankoski — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:00:33 +0000

Each day for Wendy Rosser, owner and baker at Rosser’s Bakery, begins with 60 loaves of bread, 90 muffins, 50 scones and 10 rounds of sourdough. But if you think you might be able to snag a few bargain day-olds from Rosser’s, think again. In fact, arrive just before Wendy shutters Rosser’s for the day, and Mother Hubbard mi…

Shingletown Hosts Art, Antique, Health Fair

Press Release — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:09:01 +0000

What: Mountain Art, Antique & Health Faire, hosted by the Shingletown Medical Center

When: Saturday (June 26), 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Where: Shingletown Medical Center

More information here.

Come join us at the Shingletown Medical Center for a fun-filled day of activities that will include art, antiques and health care vendors, demon…

Will the Real County Fair Please Stand Up?

Adam Mankoski — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 11:00:19 +0000

The fair is my summer solstice, a time of brightness, celebrating outdoors and soaking up some sun. Rather than celebrate the season like many contemporary pagans, with bonfires, music and handfasting, I welcomed the arrival of the sunny season yesterday with a corn dog, a turkey leg, pig-judging and a 13-foot alligator at the Shasta Dist…

‘Get Outta Town’ for Oysters Every Which Way

Adam Mankoski — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:00:11 +0000

“Get Outta Town” is your guide to weekend events in 11 State of Jefferson counties. Experience some of the events that the North State has to offer. This week’s A News Cafe “Get Outta Town” highlight is the Arcata Bay Oyster Festival, ranked 7th among the top 10 food festivals in the world by Away.com.

Some in…

For Poetry, Song, Memories, Show Up in Weed

Press Release — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 19:24:06 +0000

What: “Just Show Up!” A Celebration of Poetry, Song, Remembering and Summer Featuring Coleman Barks and Lisa Starr

When: June 21, 7:30 p.m.

Where: College of the Siskiyous Ford Theatre, Weed, CA

Cost: $15. Tickets available at Nature’s Kitchen in Yreka, Bogbean Books & Music in Redding and at the door.

Coleman Bar…

Dive Into Summer Reading at Shasta Libraries

Press Release — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:46:37 +0000

It’s all about water this year at the Shasta Public Libraries’ Summer Reading programs for children, teens and adults. Make a Splash and Make Waves @ Your Library are the themes for children and teens, respectively. Adult Summer Reading returns with Water Your Mind: Read! All three programs offer “Read-for-Prizes,&…

State Forum Asks What Troubles Women, Girls

Press Release — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:43:28 +0000

The California Commission on the Status of Women is holding a series of public hearings to provide a forum for Californians to voice their opinions about the real problems faced by women and girls every day. Information obtained from the hearings will assist in the Commission's ongoing work to achieve equal opportunities for all women and girls ...

Get Outta Town: Ride the Rails This Weekend

Adam Mankoski — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:30:55 +0000

Get Outta Town is your guide to weekend events in 11 State of Jefferson counties. Experience some of the events that the North State has to offer. This week’s A News Cafe “Get Outta Town” highlight is Dunsmuir Railroad Days.

The trains are back at Dunsmuir’s Railroad Days! Highlights include a 1948 Western Pacifi…

Our Constitution: A Community Discussion

Press Release — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:29:18 +0000

What: Our Constitution: A Community Discussion

When: June 12, 2 to 4 p.m.

Where: Redding Library
1100 Parkview, Redding

Cost: Free

Presented by Shasta Cascade Progressive Democrats, Citizens for Responsible Government (CRG), Shasta Tehama Trinity ACLU, Humanist Society of Redding

Panelists:
Tim Pappas, Shasta Co. Assistant Public…

Peter Gros Brings Wild Kingdom to Town

Press Release — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 11:03:18 +0000

What: Peter Gros and Animals Make Special Appearances at Turtle Bay on June 9

When: Wednesday (June 9), 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m.

Where: Turtle Bay

Things are about to get wild at Turtle Bay. Peter Gros, co-host of the original Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, along with some of his animal friends will stop by Wednesday, June 9, for two spec…

‘Get Outta Town’ for Lewiston Peddlers’ Faire

Adam Mankoski — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 11:53:52 +0000

Get outta town this weekend and experience some of the events that the North State has to offer. This week’s A News Cafe “Get Outta Town” highlight is the Lewiston Peddlers’ Faire.

A real old-fashion street faire - antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, food booths, entertainment. The 21st annual fair is lo…

Garden Tract and Igo Feature Community Yard Sales

... — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 06:35:08 +0000

What: The Garden Tract Neighborhood yard sale

When: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sat. June 5

Where: Garden Tract neighborhood: Butte to Locust streets/Canal to East streets

Details: It’s the Garden Tract’s second year to host this one-day neighborhood yard sale that expects many participants. Visitors/shoppers are encouraged to p…

Calling All Math Hounds: Cyberchase is On

Press Release — Mon, 31 May 2010 11:58:00 +0000

What: Workshop set for KIXE’s Cyberchase Summer Challenge math contest

When: Thursday (June 3), 4 to 6 p.m.

Where: Chrysalis Charter School

Children and their families are invited to a workshop and family game night from 4 to 6 p.m. June 3 at Chrysalis Charter School to learn about KIXE’s Cyberchase Summer Challenge.

Math spe…

Boobie Goddesses BBQ to Defeat Breast Cancer

Press Release — Mon, 31 May 2010 11:48:22 +0000

What: BBQ to defeat breast cancer

When: Saturday (June 5)

Where: Senior Citizens Hall, Redding

The Boobie Goddess Society will host its second annual barbecue, upscale raffle and silent auction on June 5 at the Senior Citizens Hall in Redding to raise funds in support of the battle against breast cancer. Dinner tickets are $15.

A no-host be…

Rub Your Rack and Shake Your Wigglerod at the BBQ Grilldown

Adam Mankoski — Thu, 27 May 2010 19:00:56 +0000

All over the North State, professional pitmasters and weekend grill wizards are firing up their smokeboxes to compete in the region’s biggest barbecue event: the Pros and Joes BBQ Grilldown, an afternoon of music, beer, wine and incredible food, this Saturday in downtown Redding.

Eighteen Pros and 16 Joes will compete for prizes a…

Get Outta Town for Wine, Music and Mushrooms

Adam Mankoski — Thu, 27 May 2010 11:00:50 +0000

Get outta town this weekend and experience some of the events that the North State has to offer. This week’s Get Outta Town highlight is the McCloud Mushroom Festival and Wine Faire.

Mushroom vendors, wine tasting, special mushroom delicacies, cooking demonstrations, seminars and educational booths on mushroom harvesting. Gam…

Redding Police Chief Hansen Announces Retirement

Press Release — Mon, 24 May 2010 22:04:43 +0000

After 27 years with the Redding Police Department and over 30 years in law enforcement, Redding Police Department Chief Peter Hansen has decided to retire. "The proudest moment of my professional career was when I was chosen to lead this organization as Chief of Police. I firmly believe, and have always believed, the most valuable asset of this agency is the high-quality employees. Our success is a direct result ...

Cal Women Lead Brown Bag with Kim Niemer

Press Release — Mon, 24 May 2010 11:47:18 +0000

What: California Women Lead Brown Bag Lunch with Kim Niemer

When: May 27, 12 to 1 p.m.

Where: Redding Library Community Room “A”

Guest: Kim Niemer, Director, Redding Community Services Department

Learn about our community through networking and meeting women leaders.

Wind Turbine Parts Moving to Hatchet Ridge

Press Release — Sat, 22 May 2010 14:46:04 +0000

REDDING - Two of California’s traffic safety partners, the California Highway Patrol and Caltrans, are teaming up to drive home an important message to all motorists traveling in the north state this summer. There are 44 wind turbines that will be transported to the Hatchet Ridge Wind Farm near Burney starting May 24, 2010 and cont…

French Gulch Raises the Roof at ‘Concert in the Gulch’

Adam Mankoski — Thu, 20 May 2010 20:12:54 +0000

The French Gulch Hotel was clearly in the cards for Michael Smith. During the decision-making process to purchase the historic property, Michael brought his dad along for another opinion. His dad quickly recognized that Michael had been to French Gulch before as a boy, on one of many memorable family road trips.

It took at least a dozen more…