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Gospel Moment: John's Letter from Seoul
A Korean Brother's Grateful Reminder of America's Gospel Legacy and the Bond of Christian Brotherhood In a time when ingratitude and division often dominate headlines, a simple, heartfelt letter from a husband and father of three in Seoul, South Korea, cuts straight to the heart of what really matters. Shared recently through Dr. Douglas Frank, the letter was read aloud by a man named John. It is not a political statement or a demand. It is a testimony of salvation, sacrifice
Pet of the Week: Meet Blitz!
Photo Courtesy of Friends of Shasta Lake Animal Shelter This energetic and affectionate shepherd mix is ready to bring nonstop fun and loyalty to his forever family! Blitz is a handsome 2–4-year-old shepherd mix currently available for adoption at the City of Shasta Lake Animal Shelter. He’s a true ball fanatic (times ten!) who lives for chasing tennis balls and splashing in the water. If you’re looking for an active adventure buddy who lights up at the sight of a pool or a g
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The Autopsy of a Simulation
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The Old Shasta County Courthouse - a whistleblower says it can be saved!
Shasta Unfiltered received exclusive information from a whistleblower who suggests that the old Courthouse is worth saving and could be used by other County agencies, such as HHSA, who occupy other leased facilities.
Is he right - an independent feasibility study could answer the question.
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The 9 Million Parking Lot
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Fauci - The Anatomy of a Cover Up
Prior to leaving her position as Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard declassified over 400 pages of documents that clearly show that Dr. Anthony was directly responsible for the development of the COVID-19 virus at the Wuhan Institute of Virology and he repeatedly lied under oath about it.
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Tehama County Grand Jury Report Slams Sheriff Dave Kain for Toxic Workplace, Intimidation, Retaliation, and County Dysfunction
Continuing turmoil from prior year’s findings; Sheriff calls probe “one-sided,” “politically charged,” and vows legal challenge A newly released civil grand jury report delivers a sweeping critique of leadership and workplace culture inside the Tehama County Sheriff’s Office, accusing Sheriff Dave Kain of a pattern of intimidation, harassment, bullying, and retaliation that has created a toxic environment, damaged morale, increased turnover, deterred recruitment, and impaired
Rex Ballard
24 hours ago3 min read
June 23, 2026, Shasta County Board of Supervisors Meeting - New Rules and Time-Limits for Public Comments are Approved
Shasta County Permanent Road Division Assessment Zones Redding, CA The Shasta County Board of Supervisors convened its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, addressing a range of administrative, fiscal, and local governance matters. Discussions included an update from the Department of Public Works on the County’s Permanent Road Division Zones, adjustments to public comment procedures to comply with new state law SB 707, the formal adoption of the FY 2026-27 budget, and
Elisa Ballard
2 days ago5 min read
Court of Appeal Denies AG Bonta’s Improperly Filed Effort to Fast-Track Invalidation of Shasta County’s Voter-Approved Election Integrity Measure
Citizens Locked in Legal Battle Against Their Own Government to Restore Election Integrity FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – (June 25, 2026) REDDING, CALIF. – The California Court of Appeal for the Third Appellate District today denied the State of California’s petition to invalidate Shasta County’s voter-approved election integrity measure, Measure B. The court declined to exercise its original jurisdiction “to review the challenged measure at this time” and directed the State to see
Press Release
2 days ago3 min read
Life In The Fast Lane Band Pays Tribute To America’s #1 Rockers…..The Eagles
Joe Mosier, John Polizzi, Scott Parsons, Rick Ricketts, and David Lee are the Life In The Fast Lane Band. Man, was it hot (over 100 degrees!) on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, but that didn’t stop 3,000+ Shasta County-ians from turning out to the Sierra Pacific Industries Amphitheater in Anderson, California, to rock out—-and dance—-to the Reno-based Life In The Fast Lane Band who, since 1993, have been recreating the sounds and success of what is (arguably) America’s best rock ba
Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
3 days ago2 min read
Supreme Court Delivers Decisive Victory for Immigration Enforcement: Ends Judicial Blocks on TPS Termination for Haitians and Syrians
U.S. Supreme Court - Credit nhregister.com In a 6-3 ruling handed down today, the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for the Trump administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for hundreds of thousands of Haitian and Syrian nationals. The decision strikes down lower court injunctions that had blocked the Department of Homeland Security from acting, affirming that federal courts generally lack authority to second-guess the Secretary’s determinations under the T
Rex Ballard
3 days ago4 min read
When AI Runs the Town: Epoch Times Spotlights Virtual Experiment Revealing Risks of Autonomous Systems
An opinion piece published in The Epoch Times on June 15, 2026, titled “The Most Important AI Experiment You’ve Never Heard Of” by contributor Kay Rubacek, draws attention to a striking simulation conducted by Emergence AI. The research placed leading AI models in control of identical virtual towns and observed what happened when they were left largely to their own devices for 15 days. The experiment, detailed in Emergence AI’s May 14, 2026 blog post on their “Emergence World
Rex Ballard
4 days ago4 min read
NYC’s Socialist Surge: Mamdani-Backed Candidates Sweep Democratic Primaries in Shocking Leftward Shift
In a dramatic display of the Democratic Party’s accelerating march toward democratic socialism, three candidates heavily backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani — himself a proud member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) — secured decisive victories in Tuesday’s New York congressional primaries. The results represent a “clean sweep” for the far-left wing of the party and a clear warning sign for those who value limited government, secure borders, and tradition
Rex Ballard
4 days ago4 min read
Whistleblower: Old Courthouse Suitable for County Use, Demolition Unnecessary
Shasta County legacy Courthouse - copyright shastaunfiltered.com Redding, CA — A whistleblower with direct knowledge of the Old Courthouse at 1500 Court Street in Redding has come forward anonymously, asserting that the building remains suitable for immediate use by Shasta County departments that currently spend substantial sums on leased space. Rather than proceed with demolition — the current plan — the whistleblower argues the facility is usable despite what they describe
Elisa Ballard
4 days ago3 min read
3 Shastas Towing And Recovery Hosts A Bevy Of Anderson Chamber Greeters
Chris and Brittany Ghidirelli have 3 kids. They also own 3 Shastas Towing and Recovery, with 3 locations, two in Redding and one in Weaverville, with all 3 offering: 1.-Vehicle towing primarily in Shasta, Tehama, Siskiyou and Trinity counties, although they’re not averse to offer service from Sacramento, northward to Redding, and even all the way up to Oregon; 2.-Vehicle removal (no title, no problem!); 3.-Property clean ups and 4.-Property towing. Here’s more: 5.-Towing r
Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
4 days ago1 min read
Chico Library Shooting: 18-Year-Old Bradley Scott Sayer Arrested After Deadly Columbine-Inspired Attack; Two Dead, Child Injured
A horrific act of violence unfolded Monday evening at the Butte County Library’s Chico branch on Sherman Avenue, leaving two adults dead and a juvenile injured in what police describe as an apparent attempt to carry out a “Columbine High School massacre type of shooting.” The shooting began around 5:12 p.m. on June 22, 2026, when multiple 911 calls reported gunshots and screams inside the library. An open line allowed dispatchers to hear the chaos unfolding. Chico Police offi
Rex Ballard
4 days ago3 min read
Kelstrom’s “I Told You So” on Measure B Lawsuits Omits the Board’s Own Role in Creating Them
Supervisor Chris Kelstrom’s statement was not just misleading — it was a deliberate and cynical attempt to shift blame onto the very citizens and voters he is supposed to represent. Kelstrom whined that this is the “fifth lawsuit” and that proponents keep wanting taxpayers to fund their defense. What he deliberately omitted is that the Board and County Counsel Joseph Larmour started this legal war — and their original justification has now been completely exposed as false.
Kari Chilson
5 days ago4 min read
Is the Tail Trying to Wag the Dog? State Workers Push to Soften Return-to-Office Rules
SACRAMENTO — California state agencies are preparing to implement Governor Gavin Newsom’s directive requiring most telework-eligible employees to work in the office at least four days per week beginning July 1, 2026. In response, unions representing tens of thousands of state workers are rallying behind Assembly Bill 1729, a measure that would not outright block the policy but would require agencies to justify in writing why specific roles need in-person attendance. The bill,
Rex Ballard
5 days ago4 min read
Request to Pause Demolition of the Former Shasta County Courthouse for a Focused Feasibility Study on Adaptive Reuse as an Alternative Custody and Reentry Campus
OPINION Old Courthouse at 1500 Court St., Redding - Credit: Shastaunfiltered.com Dear Chair Kelstrom, Members of the Board of Supervisors, and County Executive Officer: I write as an observer and journalist covering Shasta County government to respectfully request that the Board pause further demolition preparation on the former courthouse at 1500 Court Street and direct staff to conduct or commission a targeted, independent feasibility study on repurposing the building as a
Elisa Ballard
5 days ago4 min read
FBI Captures $1.2 Billion Medicare Fraud Kingpin Herbert Leon Kimble in Philippines – Major Win for Taxpayers and Seniors
In a swift international operation that underscores the current administration’s aggressive push against government waste and fraud, federal authorities have captured Herbert Leon Kimble, the 60-year-old mastermind behind one of the largest Medicare fraud schemes in U.S. history. Kimble, who had been on the run for nearly two years after pleading guilty, was arrested in the Philippines and returned to the United States to face sentencing. The case involves more than $1.2 bill
Rex Ballard
5 days ago4 min read
New York School Board Vice President and Drag Performer Arrested on Child Sex Crime Charges
Cazenovia, New York — A high-profile school board official who also performed as a drag queen and founded a local Pride organization has been arrested on serious allegations of child sex crimes. Travis Longo, performing as “Anita Buffem,” faces state and federal charges involving explicit communications with a child under 12 and possession of child pornography- Credit: localsyr.com On June 18, 2026, New York State Police arrested Travis J. Longo (also known as Travis Barr-Lon
Rex Ballard
5 days ago2 min read
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