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Gospel Moment: Honoring the Ultimate Sacrifice on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, as we gather around grills, parades, and quiet cemetery visits across the North State and our nation, we pause to remember. We honor the men and women in uniform who paid the highest price—not for conquest, but for the preservation of freedom. They gave their lives so that we might live in a land where we can openly worship our God, speak truth, raise our families, and pursue the liberty that flows from the recognition that all men are created equal, endowe
Pet of the Week: Meet Saber, the Handsome Polydactyl Tabby Ready for His Forever Home!
Looking for a unique, affectionate feline companion? Say hello to Saber, a stunning 2-year-old tabby boy currently available for adoption through Catz and Dogz of the North State Rescue in Cottonwood, California. Saber stands out with his extra toes—he’s polydactyl on all four paws, giving him those adorable “mitten” feet that make him extra special. He sports a beautiful dark stripe running down his back and an unusual tail that’s not quite full-length but not a bobtail eith
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China Crossroads
China at a Crossroads explains how China is challenged with maintaining an iron grip on communist ideology while also embracing capitalism to drive its hungry market economy. Its 1.4 billion people are now addicted to economic prosperity. China must feed it in order to maintain control of the masses.
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The Cheat is on!
California SB 73 sets up the firewall to allow the cheat to occur. Newsom warned us this was a "Break the Glass" moment. So they have outlawed any organizations outside the democratically controlled central elections office from investigating voting irregularities. No access to federal investigators, no access to Sheriffs, no access to District Attorneys. The Cheat is on!
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Anatomy of a Civic Crisis - Death of the Redding Civic Auditorium
Advance Redding, the operator of the Redding Civic Auditorium, has canceled all shows at the Civic after July 4th. The City Council must find a new operator or consider shuttering the Auditorium.
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The $200B Loan Fraud - Trump is Cracking Down on Fraud
This explainer provides details on the SBA discovering $200B of fraudulent PPP loans during COVID-19 that the Biden Administration covered up and tried to sweep under the rug.
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Updated: Shasta County June 2, 2026 Primary Election Results Latest Counts as of June 4–5, 2026
Shasta County voters participated in the Statewide Direct Primary Election and a special primary for Congressional District 1 on Tuesday, June 2. These remain preliminary results. The June 4 evening update added more ballots, but thousands (including remaining vote-by-mail and provisional) are still being processed. Official certification is expected in early July. All figures are unofficial and subject to change. Voter Turnout (Latest) Ballots Cast: ~28,515 Registered Voters
Rex Ballard
2 hours ago3 min read
Ron DeSantis: Florida’s Term-Limited Conservative Star - What is His Next Chapter?
DeSantis has unquestionably been one of the most effective Republican governors in recent memory. Since taking office in 2019, he has steered Florida through challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on keeping schools and businesses open and prioritizing individual liberty over lockdowns. His administration delivered record economic results: Florida has ranked #1 in the nation for economy among large states, workforce education (achieved years ahead of schedule), hi
Rex Ballard
9 hours ago4 min read
John Bolton, Trump Critic and Former National Security Adviser, Reaches Plea Deal in Classified Documents Case
In a striking case of irony, John Bolton, who served as President Donald Trump’s National Security Adviser before becoming one of his sharpest critics, has reached a plea agreement with federal prosecutors over the unauthorized retention of classified national security information. Bolton, a vocal opponent of Trump, was among the first prominent figures to publicly applaud the Biden administration’s 2022 FBI raid on Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence. He defended the raid at the ti
Rex Ballard
9 hours ago2 min read
Ohio’s Bold Stand Against Fraud: Part of VP J.D. Vance’s National Task Force
Columbus, Ohio – June 4, 2026 — Top federal and state officials announced sweeping new actions today against fraudsters in Ohio, charging 14 defendants in schemes that allegedly stole over $50 million from taxpayers. These prosecutions are a direct result of Vice President J.D. Vance’s Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, a whole-of-government effort launched by President Trump to combat waste, fraud, and abuse in federal programs. Acting AG Todd Blanche at press briefing - credit:
Rex Ballard
9 hours ago2 min read
Happy One Year In Business To Nichols Appliance And Mattress Center
“As we celebrate one year of being open, I cannot express how thankful I am for every single one of you…..and for all of the people that have not just purchased things from us, but also those who shared all of our posts and spread the word that we exist,” exulted Derek Nichols, as he welcomed a throng of well wishers attending a Nichols Appliance And Mattress Center first year, parking lot anniversary party on Wednesday, June 2, 2026. The one-year celebration featured raffles
Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
13 hours ago2 min read
Shasta County Crime Blotter Report: May 2026
By Rex Ballard This report summarizes notable incidents, arrests, and enforcement activities reported by the Redding Police Department (RPD), Anderson Police Department (APD), Shasta County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO), and California Highway Patrol (CHP) Northern Division for the period May 1–31, 2026. Data is compiled from publicly available sources, including official agency media releases, press reports (KRCR, Action News Now, Redding Record Searchlight), social media updates,
Rex Ballard
15 hours ago4 min read
Redding Colt 45s Home Opener Celebrates Veterans Night - Article 2
It was “batter-up time” on Friday, May 30, 2026, when the beloved Colt 45s baseball team, under the direction of general manager Rick Bosetti, and team manager Bob Anderson, played host to the Watsonville Aggies to kick off the 22nd season, playing at historic 100-year-old Tiger Field. And after the Colt 45s shut out the Aggies, 2-0, several Colt 45 fans weighed in on why they absolutely dig the Colt 45s: Dr. Samuel Carrino, Jr. “I was the original Colt 45s catcher in 2002-
Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
1 day ago3 min read
Shasta County 2026 Primary: Diverging Vote-by-Mail and Election Day Trends Leave Several Races Too Close to Call
The Election Observation Room in Shasta County In Shasta County, a noticeable shift in voting patterns emerged with the 2020 election and has continued in subsequent cycles. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, absentee/vote-by-mail (VBM) ballots generally tracked closely with in-person Election Day results. Partisan and candidate percentages showed relatively modest differences regardless of voting method. Since the implementation of California’s universal mail-in ballot system —
Elisa Ballard
1 day ago3 min read
Colt 45s Kick Off 2026 Season with Patriotic Home Opener at Tiger Field
Redding, CA – May 30, 2026 — Under the lights of historic Tiger Field, the Redding Colt 45s launched their 2026 summer collegiate baseball season on Friday, May 29, with a strong 2-0 shutout victory over the Watsonville Aggies. The home opener against the Watsonville Aggies doubled as Honor Veterans Night, drawing a strong crowd of families, baseball fans, and local veterans. General Manager Rick Bosetti, the driving force behind the Colt 45s for over two decades, once again
Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
2 days ago2 min read
Initial Results: Shasta County’s June 2, 2026 Primary Election
Posted by Shasta Unfiltered • June 3, 2026 Shasta County voters participated yesterday in the Statewide Direct Primary Election, consolidated with a special primary to fill the vacancy in Congressional District 1 following the death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa. These are very early, preliminary results and are unofficial. As of early June 3, only a portion of ballots have been counted — primarily vote-by-mail ballots processed before Election Day. In-person Election Day ballots and
Rex Ballard
2 days ago3 min read
China's Economic Dichotomy: Communism's Grip on Capitalism's Engine
China stands at a fascinating crossroads. Officially wedded to communism under the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) unyielding rule, it has profoundly embraced capitalist forces to survive and thrive. This hybrid system claims socialist purity while relying on market dynamics for growth. Leaders are both empowered by prosperity and constrained by citizens' demands. The regime maintains ironclad political control through sophisticated digital levers to curb excessive appetite f
Rex Ballard
2 days ago5 min read
California’s Corporate Exodus Accelerates in 2026
Over 75,000 Workers Impacted by WARN Filings as Companies Head for the Exits California continues to hemorrhage jobs and headquarters at an alarming rate in 2026, with fresh data from Layoff Lookout showing 1,416 WARN Act notices filed so far this year, affecting 75,757 workers statewide. Last year, we were rocked by large oil and gas companies shutting down major operations here in California and moving jobs to other states. The trend is continuing, but more quietly. A com
Rex Ballard
3 days ago3 min read
Shasta County Voters: Key Concerns About Joanna Francescut’s Record as Deputy Registrar of Voters
Joanna Francescut served as Deputy Registrar of Voters during Shasta County’s March 2024 primary and November 2024 general election (she effectively ran the March primary while the previous ROV was on medical leave). She is now running against Clint Curtis for the full Registrar of Voters position. While her campaign highlights her experience, many election observers say her time as deputy was marked by serious problems: violations of election laws, no proper tracking of ball
Kari Chilson
3 days ago5 min read
Trump Administration Moves to Streamline Childhood Vaccine Schedule
In a significant shift in U.S. public health policy, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on May 29 directing federal agencies to align the nation’s childhood vaccine recommendations with practices in peer, developed countries, potentially reducing the number of routine immunizations recommended for all children. The order endorses a Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) scientific assessment comparing the U.S. schedule to those in countries like Canada, G
Elisa Ballard
3 days ago2 min read
Newsom "Breaks the Glass" - Just as Promised
Governor Gavin Newsom signs SB 73, flanked by legislative supporters. (Official Governor’s Office photo) In a move that critics are calling a blatant power grab, California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 73 into law just days before the June 2 statewide primary. The legislation, rushed through with an urgency clause for immediate effect, restricts law enforcement access to ballots, voter rolls, and voting systems — effectively centralizing oversight under Democr
Rex Ballard
3 days ago3 min read
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