It was still dark outside, barely two days into February, when my phone pinged a text message notification that roused me from a deep sleep in the wee hours of the morning: “Good morning! It’s Nora the midwife. We’re having… Continue Reading
A few hours each school day, an industrial-level high-decibel racket emerges from the school’s cavernous woodshop in the 700 building that dominates a portion of West Valley Early College High School’s Cottonwood campus. If you dare, open the door and… Continue Reading
A 3-year-old boy stood in a parking lot in downtown Redding in 2018, throwing rocks at his unconscious, overdosing mother in an attempt to wake her. He was picked up by Child Protective Services and placed into the custody of his father, who had previously been drug-addicted as well, and would relapse several more times. Continue Reading
In my last article you may have eaten your way through those great cafes, bistros and restaurants from Yreka to Nevada City. Now it’s time to hit the road again for the pure pleasure of a new adventure and spending… Continue Reading
What, exactly, is a Makerie? It is a place for craftsmen, designers, agrarians, and brewers alike to showcase their locally made wares. We are honored to share their stories of inspiration with you. The Makerie is a one-day event that… Continue Reading
Q: Courtney, welcome – again – to A News Cafe.com. I’m so glad you’re here. We’ve already posted one of your blogs, and I hope everyone got a chance to read it. I think I’ve read every one of your blogs,… Continue Reading
Yes, I’ve been MIA for a few weeks. Thanks for your patience. I’m back. You may recall my house was for sale. My son the realtor, Joshua Domke, aka my Son the Marine, treated my home’s listing like a military… Continue Reading
The VIP event at Oakmont of Redding Thursday at 2150 Bechelli Lane was about as fancy an event as typically graces my fair city of Redding. Oakmont of Redding describes itself as a premier, world-class luxury senior community, and its… Continue Reading
One of my wife’s and my favorite places in Redding if we are looking for both good food and beer is Woody’s Brewing Company on Oregon Street. It’s a fun, lively place offering great meals, a good selection of regular… Continue Reading
In a box somewhere in one of my closets is a photo of two white cribs tied together with big bows: one for newborn me, the other for newborn twin Shelly. So the story goes, after we identical infants arrived… Continue Reading
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