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
Photo by Cemrecan Yurtman on Unsplash Many folks in Shasta County enjoy reminiscing about the good ol’ days, proudly proclaiming The Cowboy Way, a symbol of our multi-generational cultural identity, heritage, and rural ethics. Sure, the Cowboy Way of a… Continue Reading
Elected officials must represent their constituents—that is the foundation of our democracy. We elect them, trusting that they will serve our interests, not betray them. Congressman Doug LaMalfa has failed that trust. His vote for the so-called One Big Beautiful… Continue Reading
I worked in the Redding Social Security office for more than 32 years before retiring. When I began there in July 1989 the office was fully staffed with trained professionals who’d been there for decades. It was not a job – it was a career. Continue Reading
As the great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr said, “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice.” But, I also think the great doctor understood that the ark will not bend on its own; it… Continue Reading
I have lived in Shasta County for over 45 years. I believe it is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. As a volunteer in different organizations, I have always been impressed by the generosity of our citizens.… Continue Reading
The June 24 article “Did Mo’s Life Matter?” published on A News Café, is a reminder that all communities need to review their police policy manuals on the use of force and how these incidents are investigated and reported. This… Continue Reading
My wife recently got an email from Megan Dahle pushing to get AB 1384 passed. It would exempt schools from ALL COVID-19 liability. Her email also touts how safe school openings are. AB 1348 directly affects my family– my wife… Continue Reading
Well, I could just say “Redding’s got talent” and there you have it, end of story. And not all of it comes by way of a tour bus. Like the amazing k. d. lang. Transcendent talent. I hope you were one of the fortunate 1,000 who saw her Friday night at the Cascade. Just incredible, yes? But I want to write about the talent that lives right here in River City and a showcase of that talent presented by Westside Performing Arts at the McLaughlin Auditorium on Saturday. Continue Reading
Being adrift in the entertainment doldrums of summer – Westside’s Broadway revue a couple of weeks off, Riverfront’s “Cheaper By the Dozen” not quite open (it starts Saturday, July 16), and the school year not even on the horizon –… Continue Reading
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