Safe and Sane meaning: Fireworks are often used to celebrate the founding of the United States of America, some are safe, some not, and some are illegal. In the political realm, orientation, speech, and political behaviors are sometimes safe, some… Continue Reading
To: Majority Members of the Board of Supervisors: From: Lang Dayton, MD. FCCP I am a retired physician who has practiced Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine in Redding for 36 years. I loved my job and found Shasta County a… Continue Reading
It’s been over 30 years since my last letter to the local paper. I haven’t felt so compelled as I do at this moment in time. As a person over 80 years old, living in Shasta County since 1944, I… Continue Reading
January 10, 2024 Dear Governor Newsom: I guess you have heard of Shasta County’s Supervisor/Chair Kevin Crye, and the effort to recall him in March. I wanted to let you know that your name is being used in the effort… Continue Reading
Being of Jewish heritage all the way back, I have perspective on the Israel-Palestine conflicts that others may not. Palestine was there for thousands of years. There were Jewish people living there at the time, and nobody bothered anyone. But… Continue Reading
As United Methodists, we are committed to challenging unjust systems of power and access by standing against, speaking against, and working against racism. We abhor the racist hate speech used and condoned at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, May 30. Continue Reading
While you were at the office on Tuesday three members of your government were busy in their office dismantling your Elections Department. While you picked up the kids from school you were being robbed of your ability to vote safely… Continue Reading
I think if one were to focus on the “exodus of employees“ and the loss of great leaders as a result of the political tensions in our community, then we lose the most important part of our story, which is… Continue Reading
During a major fire event, getting critical information into the hands of North State residents should be one of Cal Fire’s highest priorities. Cal Fire needs to be our official source of fire information. When a fire erupts, everyone should know… Continue Reading
First, I would like to thank you, our Supervisors for attending the planning commission meetings on the Tierra Robles proposed subdivision in Palo Cedro. I would like to point out that Shasta County has over 180,000 residents, and during the… Continue Reading
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