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Patrick Henry – “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!”
American Patriot Series “Give me liberty, or give me death!” The words thundered through St. John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia, on March 23, 1775. A fiery young orator named Patrick Henry stood before the Second Virginia Convention, his voice rising like a storm. With clenched fists and blazing eyes, he painted a vivid picture of British chains closing around the colonies. The hall fell silent as he delivered one of the most electrifying speeches in American history — a cal
Pet of the Week: Duke (and his two cat buddies) need loving forever homes
Hi everyone! This week’s featured pets are a very special trio who deserve the absolute best. Their owner is going through major life changes in Redding, including a move that unfortunately means they can no longer keep them. It’s heartbreaking, but they’re determined to find the right homes where these guys will be cherished. Meet Duke. Duke is a 7–8-year-old Lab/Pitbull mix, currently about 75 lbs, on a healthy diet and getting daily walks to drop those last 10 pounds. He’s
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The Shasta Rebellion State Control vs Sovereign County
The California Attorney General is attacking the will of Shasta Citizens.
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The Jurisdictional Standoff Shasta s Fight for Measure B
Shasta County Supervisors, who do you stand with? The citizens of Shasta County, or with the Tyrannical State?
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Shasta County 2027 Budget doesn't look good
Discretionary funds keep shrinking and fixed expenses keep growing. This is not a recipe for prosperity. At some point the County's reserves are going to start to run critically low and they are going to be scrambling to create new revenue. Governments know only one playbook for increasing revenues: raise taxes and fees on an already beleaguered citizenry. Thie vidoe suggests it is time to look for another way.
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Redding Auditorium
A deep dive review of the Grand Jury investigation into the recent $675K grant by the City of Redding to Civic Center operator, Advance Redding.
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MLB's Selective "Inclusion": Giants Force Pride Hats, Warn Players for Bible Verses on the Rainbow
In a story that perfectly captures the hypocrisy of corporate "diversity" in 2026, the San Francisco Giants hosted their annual Pride Night on June 12 against the Chicago Cubs. Players were expected to don special rainbow-themed caps featuring the team's logo in Pride colors. Several pitchers—Landen Roupp (the starter), JT Brubaker, and Ryan Walker—complied but added a personal touch: they wrote "Gen 9:12-16" (or similar) on their caps with a marker. Genesis 9:12-16 recounts
Rex Ballard
3 hours ago3 min read
FBI Thwarts Assassination Plot Targeting America’s 250th Celebration at the White House
UFC Freedom 250 transformed the White House South Lawn into a massive celebration of American freedom on June 14, 2026 — the target of a foiled terror plot. Credit: i.abcnewsfe.com On June 14, 2026, the White House South Lawn hosted one of the most spectacular events in modern American history: UFC Freedom 250. Part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations and coinciding with President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday, the event drew thousands of spectators, fighters, and d
Rex Ballard
3 hours ago3 min read
Shasta County Supervisors Side with Sacramento Tyranny Over Local Voters on Measure B
OPINION In a stunning act of cowardice, the Shasta County Board of Supervisors has made their allegiance crystal clear with a 4-0 vote: they stand with California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Secretary of State Shirley Weber, and the one-party Sacramento machine rather than with the citizens who overwhelmingly passed Measure B. Measure B was approved by a clear majority of Shasta voters in the June primary. The passage of Measure B was a straightforward exercise in local self
Rex Ballard
12 hours ago3 min read
Redding’s Annual Freedom Festival Lights Up the Sky on July 4, 2026
The City of Redding invites the entire community to celebrate Independence Day at the treasured Freedom Festival, set for Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the Redding Civic Auditorium grounds (700 Auditorium Drive). This free, family-friendly event promises an evening of food, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display — one of the largest in California. Recent changes in the management of the Redding Civic Auditorium will not affect this beloved annual tradition. The Freedom
Kari Chilson
18 hours ago2 min read
Why Supervisors Must Defend Measure B Against Sacramento’s Assault
Opinion On June 2, 2026, the voters of Shasta County delivered a resounding message: We demand honest, verifiable elections. Measure B passed by a clear majority—55.59% Yes (29,170 votes) to 44.41% No—amending our County Charter to require in-person Election Day voting with limited absentee exceptions, photo ID at the polls, precinct-level hand counts, and independent local management of voter rolls. This wasn’t a close call or a partisan stunt. It was the democratic will of
Rex Ballard
20 hours ago3 min read
Progressive Cities Running Out of Other People’s Money
All these empty office spaces belong to someone. - Credit: nytimes.com As Margaret Thatcher famously observed, “The problem with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people’s money.” In 2026, New York City and Seattle provide textbook examples. Decades of progressive policies—sky-high taxes, heavy regulations, and expansive social spending—have strained budgets, prompting more tax hikes on businesses and high earners. The result? Major employers, founders, and wo
Rex Ballard
1 day ago3 min read
The Stark Decline of "New Age" Protestantism
Texas politician and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico proudly identifies as a Presbyterian, a seminarian at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and an active member of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Austin—a congregation aligned with the progressive wing of the Presbyterian Church (USA) (PC(USA)). Talarico frequently invokes his faith to advocate for positions on abortion access, LGBTQ+ rights, and progressive social causes, reflecting the denomination’s embrac
Rex Ballard
2 days ago3 min read
Gorder’s Failed Lawsuit Against Shasta County Backfires, Costing Taxpayers a Quarter-Million Dollars
Shasta County, CA — A politically motivated lawsuit filed by a vocal critic of Supervisor Kevin Crye, Jeffrey Gorder, has been dismissed with prejudice after draining county resources and delivering zero benefit to taxpayers. In March 2025, Gorder — a former Shasta County Public Defender and leader of the failed recall effort against Crye — sued County CEO David Rickert, the County of Shasta, and the Board of Supervisors. His target: a $40,000 Personal Services Agreement (PSA
Elisa Ballard
2 days ago3 min read
Shocking Revelation: U.S. Has Been Funding 120+ Biolabs in 30+ Countries, DNI Tulsi Gabbard Confirms
On June 12, 2026, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released declassified evidence confirming longstanding U.S. government funding for more than 120 biological laboratories across over 30 countries, including facilities in Ukraine. The announcement highlights significant concerns over oversight, potential gain-of-function research on dangerous pathogens, and past efforts to downplay or conceal the program from the American public. According to the official DNI p
Elisa Ballard
2 days ago2 min read
James Talarico and the Hollowing Out of Christianity
Is This the Best Democrats Can Offer Texas? As Texas Democrats pick state Rep. James Talarico as their 2026 U.S. Senate candidate, many voters are asking: Is this the best they have? Talarico, a Presbyterian seminarian, presents himself as a defender of real Christianity, but he often uses selected Bible verses to push progressive ideas on gender, life, borders, and faith. His words show more left-wing politics than solid biblical teaching. James Talarico - Credit: texastribu
Rex Ballard
2 days ago3 min read
Shasta County Voters Assert Their Right to Self-Government — State Sues to Nullify Their Will
Shasta County voters took a clear stand for electoral integrity in the June 2, 2026, primary election, approving Measure B with an unofficial majority of approximately 55%. The citizen-initiated charter amendment would bring greater transparency and security to local elections by requiring government-issued photo ID, single-day in-person voting with limited absentee exceptions, precinct-level hand counting, and locally controlled voter rolls maintained on a secure, air-gapped
Kari Chilson
3 days ago3 min read
Taking a Stand Against Tyranny of the State’s “S-ELECTION” System In Shasta County
OPINION I’m proud to have helped gather signatures for Measure B, Shasta County’s Charter Amendment to shut down the cheating methods California allows in our elections. As predicted, Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Shirley Weber have sued to overturn it — despite Measure B winning 55.59% of the vote on June 2, 2026. The lawsuit has been served on the County and is on the agenda for the Tuesday, June 16 Board of Supervisors meeting. Will our Supervisors defe
Elisa Ballard
3 days ago4 min read
4th Annual North State Chamber Mixer Draws Strong Crowd at Rolling Hills Resort & Casino
When people get together, especially if they are in the business and non-profit world, good, mutually beneficial things can happen. But it takes someone, some entity… to effectively organize these “always busy” business and nonprofit entities. One of the best to carry out these necessities is the Red Bluff/Tehama County Chamber of Commerce, which recently put together a Regional Chamber Meeting at the Rolling Hills Resort and Casino, very near downtown Corning, California.
Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
4 days ago2 min read
Shasta County Budget Claims Don’t Pass the Smell Test: Big Cuts Promised With “No Impact” While General Fund Balance is Shrinking
Opinion by Rex Ballard, Shasta Unfiltered As the Shasta County Board of Supervisors wraps up budget hearings for the FY 2026-27 recommended $658 million spending plan, county officials are patting themselves on the back for "balancing" another budget. All while assuring everyone that major cuts to critical departments can be absorbed with little pain. Just delete some vacant positions, they say. No layoffs, just some furloughs. Minimal impact on services. Sorry, but the whol
Rex Ballard
4 days ago4 min read
Redding Civic Auditorium: Grand Jury Scrutinizes City Funding Decisions Amid Advance Redding’s Exit and Tourism Marketing Questions
Image Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 license Redding, Calif. — The Redding Civic Auditorium, a North State landmark since 1970, faces an uncertain future as operator Advance Redding winds down after 14 years. A Shasta County Grand Jury report highlights concerns over due diligence on public funding, while the City of Redding grapples with budget deficits and the effectiveness of its tourism promotion efforts. The venue has hosted concerts, graduations, trade show
Elisa Ballard
4 days ago5 min read
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