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Gospel Moment: 250 Years of Liberty Under God - A Reflection on America’s Freedom
Photo Credit: shastaunfiltered.com As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we remember the foundational truth of our founding: true liberty flows from our Creator. “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” The founders pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred hono
🐾 Pet of the Week: Meet Nova! 🩷
Nova is a beautiful 6-month-old Doberman Pinscher mix with a heart full of love and a personality that’s impossible to resist! This smart, eager-to-please girl already knows sit, lay down, and shake. She’s highly treat-motivated and loves having a job to do — making her the perfect active companion for someone ready to continue her training and include her in everyday adventures. Whether it’s hikes, fetch sessions, or just cuddling on the couch, Nova is happiest when she’s ri
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The Anatomy of a Community Revolt The River Ranch Mega Jail Co
Redding Vice Mayor, Dr. Paul Dhanuka met with residents of the River Ranch neighborhood that abuts the land proposed by Shasta County for a new 1200 bed correctional campus. The issue remains unresolved for the residents.
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The Hometown Blueprint Forging AI Proof Careers
Mike Rowe of TV's "Dirty Jobs" has long championed trade schools as an alternative to 4-year college degrees. Now he has launched Build Freedom, an initiative that provides funding to develop many in-demand skills. Shasta County is well-positioned to take advantage of this program through its many training providers.
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Housing Influx in Redding
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MK Ultra Mind Control Experiments - The Illusion of Closure
Recent Congressional testimony suggests that 1950s-era mind control experiments under project MK Ultra may still be ongoing within the CIA.
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Ro Khanna’s Two Americas: A Political Profile
California Congressman Ro Khanna has cultivated a national profile as a progressive champion for working families, affordable housing, and curbing the influence of the ultra-wealthy. He co-sponsors major legislation to expand housing supply for lower- and middle-income Americans, speaks at events highlighting the Silicon Valley affordability crisis, and routinely criticizes billionaires and financial elites for hoarding wealth and exacerbating inequality.
Rex Ballard
2 hours ago5 min read
Judge Hannah Dugan Sentenced to $5,000 Fine: Slap on the Wrist or Has Justice Been Served?
Former Judge Hanna Dugan - Credit: fox59.com MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Former Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan walked out of federal court Wednesday with a $5,000 fine and no prison time after a jury convicted her last December of felony obstruction of a federal immigration proceeding. The sentence has reignited a sharp debate: Was this appropriate accountability for a sitting judge who interfered with ICE agents inside her own courthouse, or a slap on the wrist that
Rex Ballard
12 hours ago4 min read
Patriot Games 2026: Investing in America’s Next Generation of Leaders
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, a new national competition is stepping forward to honor and invest in the country’s future. The 2026 Patriot Games, organized by Freedom 250, will bring together exceptional young Americans ages 14–17 from every state, territory, and Tribal Nation. The event, set for August 9–11, 2026, will feature athletic challenges designed to test strength, speed, resilience, teamwork, and leadership—core qualities that have d
Kari Chilson
14 hours ago2 min read
Westside Church of Redding Inviting the Public to Its BBQ and Waterslide Events
Free BBQ and Waterslide: Sunday, July 12, and Sunday, August 9, 11:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m. Please RSVP to the Church Office: 530-241-1450 if you aren't a regular member of Westside Church of Redding and would like to attend. (This will help to ensure they cook enough hamburgers and hot dogs for the events.) The service starts at 10 a.m., and the BBQ starts at 11:30 a.m. - 8780 Swasey Dr., Redding, CA. Message from Pastor Josh and the Leadership Team: Westside Church of Redding
Elisa Ballard
2 days ago1 min read
Tragic Drowning Claims Life of 49-Year-Old Oakland Man at Shasta Lake on Fourth of July
SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. — A 49-year-old man from Oakland drowned Saturday afternoon while swimming in Shasta Lake, prompting a multi-agency search and recovery effort over the busy holiday weekend. According to the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office, deputies from the Boating Safety Unit (BSU) responded to a report of a possible drowning around 12:56 p.m. on July 4 near the shore of Old Man Campground, close to the Gooseneck and Beehive Campgrounds. Witnesses reported that Antonio
Kari Chilson
2 days ago1 min read
Vice Mayor Dr. Paul Dhanuka Hosts Community Meeting on River Ranch Facility Proposal
Vice Mayor Dr. Paul Dhanuka held the latest “First Mondays” community gathering on Monday evening, July 6, at Redding City Hall. While the monthly forum opened with broader local concerns — including park maintenance, public safety, and homelessness services — the majority of the roughly two-hour meeting focused on strong resident opposition to a proposed county correctional and reentry facility in the River Ranch area near the Sacramento River.
Kari Chilson
2 days ago3 min read
Frontier Quilter’s Opportunity Quilt Raffle Supports Frontier Senior Center
ANDERSON, CA — Local quilters and community supporters have a chance to own a beautiful prize-winning quilt while helping the Frontier Senior Center. The Frontier Quilter’s Opportunity Quilt raffle features the “Gingham Star Quilt,” an 87x84-inch masterpiece that took home the 2026 Shasta District Fair Blue Ribbon. The quilt showcases a striking red, white, and blue star pattern with gingham accents and detailed quilting. All proceeds from the raffle benefit the Frontier Seni
Elisa Ballard
3 days ago1 min read
A New Kind of Freedom Is Building in America — And Shasta County Is Ready to Lead
Mike Rowe launches Build Freedom Initiative - Credit: militaryspot.com There’s something deeply encouraging happening right now that feels like a return to common sense and real opportunity. On July 2, 2026, at the Pentagon, skilled-trades champion Mike Rowe stood with Department of War leaders as they presented him with a $10 million check to launch the Build Freedom Initiative — a national effort to close America’s skills gap by training the next generation of welders, elec
Rex Ballard
3 days ago4 min read
Gospel Moment: 250 Years of Liberty Under God - A Reflection on America’s Freedom
Photo Credit: shastaunfiltered.com As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we remember the foundational truth of our founding: true liberty flows from our Creator. “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” The founders pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred hono
Rex Ballard
3 days ago2 min read
Shasta County’s HHSA: An Organization in Trouble?
Shasta County’s Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) isn’t just another department. It accounts for more than half of the county’s roughly $600–650 million annual budget — approximately $300 million under its control — and employs around 1,000 people across roughly 100 programs. Much of that money flows from state and federal sources to fund mandated services such as social services, behavioral health, public assistance, and public health. When the bulk of your funding com
Rex Ballard
3 days ago7 min read
🐾 Pet of the Week: Meet Nova! 🩷
Nova is a beautiful 6-month-old Doberman Pinscher mix with a heart full of love and a personality that’s impossible to resist! This smart, eager-to-please girl already knows sit, lay down, and shake. She’s highly treat-motivated and loves having a job to do — making her the perfect active companion for someone ready to continue her training and include her in everyday adventures. Whether it’s hikes, fetch sessions, or just cuddling on the couch, Nova is happiest when she’s ri
Kari Chilson
3 days ago1 min read
Shasta County Registrar of Voters is Ready with a Plan to Implement Measure B if Needed
Here is the plan for implementing Measure B, should Shasta County need to do so. We will be ready regardless of how they want the election performed. It will stay the same as last time if Measure B is not required to be implanted. If it is, then here is the plan so far. We will begin collecting the necessary resources while Measure B works itself through the courts.
Clint Curtis
3 days ago4 min read
Ex-CIA Officers Raise the Alarm: Did MKUltra’s Mind Control Experiments Ever Really End?
Luna Opens Hearing on Restoring Public Trust Through UAP Transparency - United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform - Credit: oversight.house.gov In a development that should concern every American who values personal liberty and government transparency, a former CIA officer delivered a stark warning during last week’s congressional hearing on the agency’s notorious MKUltra program. “I don’t believe that the research stopped.” Those words, uttered during
Rex Ballard
3 days ago5 min read
NorthState Care Clinic has Moved to a New Facility to Modernize & Expand Services - Grand Opening - Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6 - 8 p.m.
NorthState Care Clinic's New Location at 2021 Victor Ave., Redding, CA NorthState Care Clinic has moved to their new location at 2021 Victor Ave and is inviting the community to their Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, July 11th, 6:00-8:00 PM. REDDING, Calif. - PRESS RELEASE - Submitted by NorthState Care Clinic NorthState Care Clinic (NSCC), formerly Care Net Pregnancy Center, is thrilled to move into their new location on Victor Ave. This move represents a new season
Elisa Ballard
3 days ago3 min read
Leadership Redding Presents Redding Hot Dog Eating Championship
Having been inside—and around—Whistlestop Park in downtown Redding for a number of years, never was it so jam-packed with people, dogs, and kids as it was on Friday, July 3, 2026, when (and where) the Redding Hot Dog Eating Championship took place. Billed as a fun-filled evening with laughs, excitement, and friendly competition, the Redding Hot Dog Eating Championship featured 10 male participants wolfing down as many hot dogs as they could—all in a span of five minutes. Org
Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
4 days ago1 min read
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