The latest Census Bureau statistics show that approximately 40,000 Shasta County residents are aged 65 and over. That means many of them are receiving Social Security Retirement or Disability benefits, as well as Medicare. Why is that number important? Because… Continue Reading
My backyard is filled with bulbs I planted in the fall of 2021; a way for my family to remember me in the event I died before the following spring. The symptoms began with a sudden, persistent cough. To make… Continue Reading
On a recent Saturday morning, lavender farmers Gary and Rocio Parkinson had been up and working since 5:30 a.m.; typical farmers’ hours at the couple’s 29 Rows Lavender Farm in Happy Valley. The scent of lavender wafted by on a… Continue Reading
The North Valley Art League will host acclaimed artist Derek Grinnell at his Retrospective Exhibition presented from June 3 to June 27 at the League’s Carter House Gallery at 48 Quartz Hill Road in Redding. The NVAL gallery is located… Continue Reading
On Saturday, June 6, at 7 p.m., The North State Jazz Orchestra will host its Spring concert, A Night in Full Swing, at the Shasta College Theater. This 40-piece ensemble brings big band energy, the nuance of dynamics, and immense… Continue Reading
Matthew Piercey, 49, of Palo Cedro, was sentenced today by Chief U.S. District Judge Troy L. Nunley to 30 years in prison for wire fraud, concealment money laundering, and witness tampering in connection with a $35 million investment fraud scheme,… Continue Reading
Free summer meals for children will be available at many locations in Shasta County. Mobile app information is here. Summer meal service website is here.
There has been considerable recent discussion about the County partnering with Simpson University to bring a medical school to Shasta County. I wanted to share where I stand on this issue. Continue Reading
The Shasta County Agricultural Commissioner is urgently asking residents to take immediate action after invasive glassy-winged sharpshooters were detected on plant shipments delivered to Costco stores throughout California. Residents who purchased grapevines or citrus plants from any Costco store since… Continue Reading
Given that the Voter Information Guide (VIG) is the single most important source of information for voters in deciding how to vote on issues, and, that it is sent to every single Shasta County voter, I was particularly careful and… Continue Reading
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