Shasta County has a long, sad, sordid history of improper land use practices. These hurtful decisions date to over a century ago. Jurors deliberating effects of the “Smoke Wars 1896-1917” were paid by local mine owners. ”Experts” gave testimony that… Continue Reading
(Please join me in welcoming journalist Mike Chapman to A News Cafe with his first story about an important North State issue. Mike, we’re so glad you’re here, and look forward to seeing more of you and your work here.… Continue Reading
Randall Smith hobbled down the slippery gully trail, nursing a bad right hip. He stopped next to a section of dirt embankment scorched black by the Carr Fire, a marker signifying the flames had stopped there, instead of spreading uphill… Continue Reading
(Editor’s note: This letter to the editor was instigated by an exchange Randy Smith had in passing with a man on the river trail who took exception to – and disputed the need for the removal of non-native vegetation.) A… Continue Reading
With wildfires and smoke threatening the north state and beyond, it’s easy to forget the natural wonders in the middle of Redding. Those of us who’ve meandered our river rrails recognize these as crown jewels. Among these is the land… Continue Reading
Redding’s generous nature has become a self-fulfilling prophesy about why we do not change and meet the wolf at our collective door. Other places have adopted rules and strategies which work while we endlessly meet, study, debate, hire consultants, wring… Continue Reading
The largest gift in Redding is the most universal, present almost everywhere, taken for granted while being highly prized. It is used by many, but almost without public support. This wonderful charity is our open space. Free access to so… Continue Reading
Along I-5, south of Knighton Road, there is an 80-acre piece of Redding in the County. This parcel of Churn Creek Bottom land also has Sacramento River frontage containing a remaining piece of the original forested river margin. Riverland Open… Continue Reading
Last week was a joyous one. I reported that I was down 7 pounds and 8.75 inches. I’ve been on this program almost five weeks. It feels a lifetime. Maybe because it’s been such a life-changer. I don’t know if… Continue Reading
During 45 days of May and June 1864, the Army of the Potomac and the Army of Northern Virginia lost as many soldiers as the previous three years of Civil War. However, after that time, the outcome of the conflict… Continue Reading
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