Events

On a pleasantly warm and sunny Friday morning, 8-21-2026 to be exact, several dozen members of the Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce gathered at 1380 Hilltop Drive to cut a ribbon and officially welcome the Rogue Credit Union as a new member. Rogue Credit Union Senior Vice President of Operations and Strategic Initiatives, Caroline Redmann, delivered welcoming remarks, explaining that Rogue Credit Union, based in Medford, Oregon, has completed a merger with Members 1st Cred

Supporters of Second Amendment rights packed the Anderson VFW Hall on Friday evening, August 21, 2026, for a fundraising dinner and live auction supporting The Legal Fund to Restore 2nd Amendment Rights & Open Carry in California. The event focused on Mark Baird’s legal challenge to the state’s ban on openly carrying loaded firearms, with Baird delivering a clear message at the heart of his case: government was created by the people to protect their liberty—not the other way

Councilmember Tenessa Audette Mountain Top Media is inviting the public to hear about the budget challenges facing the City of Redding. Councilmember Tenessa Audette spent months last year reviewing budget reports, staff documents, and audits. During city council meetings, then-Mayor Jack Munns repeatedly interrupted her and limited her ability to question staff about how budget figures were derived. Under subsequent Mayor Mike Littau, she was also not permitted to fully pres

As summer winds down and the election season ramps up, Shasta, Tehama, and Siskiyou counties offer several opportunities for residents to support local candidates, first-responder programs, trauma recovery for kids, and the ongoing fight for Second Amendment rights. Here’s a look at key upcoming events worth marking on the calendar. Fundraising Dinner & Live Auction to Support 2nd Amendment Lawsuit. Friday, August 21, 2026, Anderson VFW Hall, 3210 W. Center St., Anderson Mark

Drawing athletes and visitors from across the country while showcasing Shasta County’s outdoors. This Friday through Sunday, August 14–16, 2026, the City of Redding and surrounding Shasta County will welcome the inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 Northern California. More than 1,600 athletes have registered for the high-intensity half-distance triathlon—featuring a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike, and 13.1-mile run—with thousands more family members, supporters, and spectators expected. Offi

The Mountain Lakes Center at 4300 Caterpillar Road in Redding, California, was the perfect venue for the 1st-annual Charity Car Show, the brainchild of the Shasta County Sheriff’s Association, held on Saturday morning, August 8, 2026. Besides the obviously beautiful, virtually perfect array of cars (most of ‘em classic), trucks, muscle cars and motorcycles, the Charity Car Show featured some great prizes, awards for top categories, raffles and a 50/50 drawing. The first-annu

Redding City Hall (photo from the city's website) REDDING, Calif. — The Redding City Council held a relatively short regular meeting on August 4, 2026, with most items advancing quickly through the consent calendar. Key actions included approval of several infrastructure projects, among them the Tarmac Road storm drain repair update, the purchase of a new hydro-cleaner vehicle for the Wastewater Collection Division, and the acceptance of $2.4 million from a class-action settl

With a gaggle of paddle and rowing enthusiasts participating—and competing—the Lake Redding Regatta, for a third straight year following an 85-year hiatus, and with a stunning backdrop of the historic Dieselhorst Bridge spanning the Sacramento River, concluded its two-day run on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Hosted by Visit Redding, in partnership with the Shasta Historical Society, the Lake Redding Regatta attracted over 50 rowing and paddle enthusiasts competing in Stand Up Paddl

Lake Redding Regatta Returns August 1 - 2, 2026 (Photo courtesy of Visit Redding) REDDING, Calif. — The Lake Redding Regatta returns to the Sacramento River on August 1-2, 2026, continuing the modern revival of a cherished North State tradition that once ranked among Redding’s premier summer celebrations. The two-day event, hosted by Visit Redding in partnership with the Shasta Historical Society at Lake Redding Park (2225 Benton Drive), invites paddlers of all skill levels t

ANDERSON, Calif. — The Anderson VFW Hall had a full house Friday evening, July 24, 2026, as Shasta County residents gathered for a Fundraising Dinner and Live Auction in support of Measure B, the Voter ID and election reform charter amendment. The strong community turnout demonstrated continued grassroots backing for the initiative, which passed with more than 56% of the vote. Despite this clear voter approval, California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Shir

It was “Hot Dogs With Our Cops” on Wednesday, June 15, 2026, inside the Blackburn Apparel and Virtual Golf Shop in Anderson, as members of the Anderson Police Department mingled with an elbow-brushing-arm crowd of Shasta County-ians to celebrate National Hot Dog Day. “This was a really good opportunity for folks to stop by during lunch to meet our local officers, enjoy a hot dog, and get to know the people behind the badge, in a relaxed family setting”, remarked the Anderson

Shingletown is gearing up for its biggest community celebration of the year — the Founders Day Parade & Sawdust Festival — set for Saturday, August 8th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Shingletown Library, located at 7074 Wilson Hill Rd. (corner of Hwy 44 and Wilson Hill Rd.). This beloved annual event brings together locals and visitors for a full day of entertainment, shopping, and nostalgia. Attendees can look forward to: 65+ Vendors offering unique goods, crafts, and m

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

A community parade full of patriotism, creativity, and hometown pride, featuring decorated floats, classic cars, businesses, community and sports groups, bands, dancers, and first responders, took place along the city’s North Street on Friday morning, July 3, 2026. Here are a few comments from people who enjoyed the parade : BRENDA LEE HAYNES - “Great parade in downtown Anderson; Such a large crowd of happy, grateful patriotic Americans celebrating our Nation’s 250th birthday

Today marks the Semiquincentennial — 250 years since the Declaration of Independence. The centerpiece national celebration is the Salute to America on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., featuring military flyovers, performances, presidential remarks, and the largest fireworks display in American history. Salute to America Celebration & Fireworks (National Mall, Washington, D.C.) Location: Washington Monument Grounds / National Mall. Schedule highlights (all times ET): Day

The City of Anderson is rolling out the red, white, and blue for a memorable community celebration as America marks its 250th birthday. On Friday, July 3, 2026, residents and visitors are invited to North Street for a patriotic parade kicking off at 9:00 a.m. Organizers are calling on the entire community to take part in this historic event, which promises to be filled with patriotism, creativity, and hometown pride. Whether you’re part of a local business, community group, s

The Redding Rancheria really knows how to throw an everyone—is—-welcome party, and “The Big Time Event,” organized and presented by the Redding Rancheria, was no exception. The Redding Rancheria held its seventh-annual “Big Time Event” on June 26, 27 & 28, ‘26 in the Win River Resort and Casino’s lower parking lot. The event featured the most important element: a diverse, enthusiastic crowd, plus traditional dancers (like the Pomo), cultural demonstrations, artisan and food

On a warm, yet slightly cool, Saturday evening, all of the pieces seemed to fall into place, so the Anti Racism Task Force (ARTF) was able to successfully host a free concert and silent auction on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Lake Redding Park’s gazebo. As told by ARTF’s President, Eddie McAllister: “The ARTF free concert in the park—and silent auction—was a fundraiser for the upcoming film series called “Our Shared History,” which will be shown at the First United Methodist C

A fundraising dinner and live auction is scheduled for Friday, August 21, 2026, to support The Legal Fund to Restore 2nd Amendment Rights & Open Carry in California. The event will take place at the Anderson VFW Hall (3210 W Center St., Anderson). Event Details - Mixer: 4:00 PM – No host bar - Dinner: 6:00 PM – BBQ provided by Jon Knight & Patriots - Speaker: Mark Baird, central figure in the ongoing legal efforts - Tickets: $40 per person or $250 for a table of 8 - Tickets a

Red Bluff / Los Molinos, CA — In a vibrant celebration of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, Red Bluff’s Historic Chinatown will once again bring the Dragon to the Tehama County Independence Day Parade. For the first time in 118 years, the community is reviving this cherished tradition as part of the nationwide “Lions Dance Across America” initiative. On Independence Day, lion and dragon dance teams will march in the parade, honoring both Asian American heritage and the sh