Popular Crawdad Festival Returns to Rolling Hills Casino

Excitement is building at Rolling Hills Casino as preparations are underway for the 2nd Annual MardiCraw Festival to support local efforts to increase tourism in Tehama County. This year’s Mardi-Craw Festival is April 4th from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.… Continue Reading

“Ladies’ Night” at Sportsman’s Warehouse to Benefit Girls Inc. NSV

On Thursday, March 26, 2015, north state women are invited to shop and win fantastic outdoor adventures, hunting gear and other accessories, while also supporting Girls Incorporated of the Northern Sacramento Valley. Girls Inc. NSV is the honored recipient of the… Continue Reading

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North State Live Music and Open Mics: March 11 – 17

Wednesday, March 11 John Craigie appears at the Vintage Wine Bar and Restaurant at 7 p.m. All ages. $10. (530) 229-9449. Sami Jo at the Post Office Saloon in Redding at 6:30 p.m. 21 and over. (530) 246-2190. Kelly’s Pub and Wine Bar in Redding has an open jam starting at 8 pm, hosted by… Continue Reading

Helmets and Training Available for Bike to School Day

Photo courtesy of FreeDigitalPhotos.net    Shasta Safe Routes to School is offering helmets, prizes and a free training for parents and school staff to coordinate Bike to School Day at Shasta County schools. The training will take place Tuesday, March 24… Continue Reading

Mt. Shasta Rotary Plans 3nd Annual Castle Crags Century

Planning is underway for the Rotary Club of Mount Shasta’s 3rd annual “Castle Crags Century” on Saturday, June 20, 2015. Last year’s ride was a huge success with over 300 cyclists pouring into the community. This year’s attendance is expected… Continue Reading

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Menu Please: Fire and Pizza at Cinders

In his 1983 book “Third Helpings,” journalist Calvin Trillin investigated the infamous Fried Chicken Wars of Crawford County, Kansas. It seems that Chicken Annie had made a name for herself in the 1930s until 1943, when Chicken Mary opened up… Continue Reading

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Clean-Up of Transient Camps on Hemsted Drive River Front

One of the areas along the Sacramento River shoreline most affected by transient camps has been on the river front property below Hemsted Drive, north of the Cypress Street Bridge. The property is owned by Shasta Enterprises. The City of… Continue Reading

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Just Sayin’: Hindsight Subject (Does It) Matter?

So, I whined to Doni the other day, “What happens if I run out of stuff about which to write?” She answered something to the effect of, “If you’re still alive, you’re making new material!” Oh! Well, there’s a bit… Continue Reading