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PRESS RELEASE Election Integrity Initiative Proponents Redding, CA – March 6, 2026
Court Victory: Proponents Granted Intervention, TRO Modified, Merits Hearing Advanced – Preparations for Measure B on June Ballot Can Proceed Yesterday, March 5, 2026, Shasta County Superior Court Judge Benjamin L. Hanna issued rulings that represent a meaningful step forward for the more than 10,000 Shasta County citizens who signed the petition to qualify the Election Integrity Initiative—now designated as Measure B—on the June 2, 2026 ballot. In a morning ex parte hea

Kari Chilson
Mar 103 min read


Iran War Enters Second Week: Iranian Missile and Drone Barrages Hammer Israel and Gulf States as U.S.-Israeli Strikes Devastate Tehran’s Military and Energy Infrastructure
The 2026 Iran War, which erupted on February 28 with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes codenamed Operation Epic Fury (U.S.) and Operation Roaring Lion (Israel), has entered its 12th day. Iran’s retaliatory missile and drone campaign continues daily against Israel and multiple Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations, even as coalition airstrikes have degraded Tehran’s ballistic missile and drone capabilities.

Rex Ballard
Mar 103 min read


California's Ambitious Zero-Emission Mandates Spark Debate Over Grid Reliability and Consumer Costs
In a bold bid to combat climate change, California is accelerating its transition to zero-emission technologies across buildings, appliances, and vehicles. However, critics argue this regulatory overreach is proceeding without adequate planning for the state's aging electric grid, potentially leading to blackouts, skyrocketing utility bills, and undue financial burdens on consumers. As mandates pile up—from phasing out gas appliances to mandating electric vehicles—questions m

Elisa Ballard
Mar 97 min read


California's "Toddler Tax" on Kids' Savings Accounts Sparks Outrage
California's Franchise Tax Board has drawn sharp criticism after announcing it will not conform to the federal tax treatment of Trump Accounts, the new child savings program established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) signed by President Trump on July 4, 2025. The decision creates what opponents are calling a "Toddler Tax," imposing immediate or annual state-level taxation on accounts designed to grow tax-deferred for decades and help build lifelong wealth for Am

Rex Ballard
Mar 95 min read


"Awaken the Republic"
"Awaken the Republic" emerges as a fervent, rap-infused anthem that blends patriotic fervor with evangelical zeal, serving as a wake-up call amid threats to American sovereignty and values. Uploaded just yesterday by Luminwood Redemption and produced by Brandon Ballard.

Rex Ballard
Mar 92 min read


A Senseless and Brutal Killing - by Illegal Aliens
In early August 2025, Jefferson Amaya-Ayala, a teenager from the Brightwood neighborhood in Northwest Washington, D.C., was reported missing after being last seen on August 2.
Human remains found in College Park identified as missing 14-year-old boy -
Investigators later determined he had been lured to Indian Creek Stream Valley Park in College Park, Maryland, where he was attacked and killed the same day. His remains were not discovered until November 3, 2025.

Rex Ballard
Mar 93 min read


Warnings Over Domestic Infiltration of Islamist Ideology are Ringing Out
In a fiery address at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona, on December 20, 2025, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard delivered a pointed warning about the encroaching threat of "Islamist ideology" to American freedoms and security. Framing it as a political agenda rather than a religious belief, Gabbard described the ideology as a direct assault on the U.S. Constitution.

Rex Ballard
Mar 95 min read


The SCRA Endorses Gary Oxley for Shasta County-District 5 Board of Supervisors
Shasta County Republican Assembly endorses Gary Oxleyfor District 5 Shasta County Supervisor. Gary represents a principled conservative leader committed to fiscal responsibility, community safety, voter integrity, and upholding traditional values in Shasta County governance.

Rex Ballard
Mar 71 min read


Trump Kicks off the Shield of the Americas
According to an official statement from the U.S. Department of State, the Shield of the Americas (SOA) Summit, held on March 7, 2026, in Doral, Florida, brings together President Donald J. Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and leaders from like-minded allies in the hemisphere to promote freedom, security, and prosperity in the region.

Rex Ballard
Mar 74 min read


Latest News Digest - March 7, 2026
"100 Hours" of Operation Epic Fury - Video on YouTube National News US and Israel Escalate Strikes on Iran in Operation Epic Fury - The United States and Israel have intensified military operations against Iran, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury," following the reported death of Iran's Ayatollah and amid escalating tensions. Strikes have targeted key infrastructure, including Tehran's Mehrabad Airport, with reports of Russian intelligence aiding Iran in potential counterattacks on

Elisa Ballard
Mar 75 min read


Los Mariachis: Perfect place to EAT…....Ideal place to MEET
Presented with a colorful—and comprehensive—menu, by server Manuel Enriques, it was decided that Cheryl and Jerry would share an impressive entree called Camarones con Tosino, which is shrimp wrapped in bacon, marinated in cilantro, sautéed with onions and green peppers, topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream and guacamole; And served with rice, beans and tortillas (flour or corn). “Aye, Carumba, bring us a take-home carton, Manuel.”

Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
Mar 73 min read


Shasta County Judge Reverses Temporary Restraining Order and Accelerates Hearing Timeline for Measure B – Election Integrity Initiative
After hearing arguments from Attorney Haberbush and Petitioner Katzke, and reviewing briefs and a declaration from the ROV detailing the ballot printing timeline, Judge Hanna modified the TRO. The modified order now permits the County and ROV to continue preparations to place Measure B (the Election Integrity Initiative) on the ballot. Additionally, the judge advanced the hearing on the merits of the petition to Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.

Elisa Ballard
Mar 63 min read


Driver Wielding Hatchet Arrested After High-Speed Chase Through Highway 299 Construction Zones
A Shasta County driver was arrested following a high-speed pursuit that began after he dangerously sped through active construction zones on Highway 299E, endangering road workers and prompting a sheriff's sergeant to initiate a chase.

Kari Chilson
Mar 62 min read


Trump Shakes Up Cabinet: Noem Out at DHS, Mullin Steps In
In a surprising move marking the first major Cabinet reshuffle of his second term, President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that Kristi Noem will step down as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at the end of the month. She will be replaced by Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma, effective March 31, 2026.

Rex Ballard
Mar 54 min read


Minnesota Autism Reimbursements Surge Amid Fraud Probes and Nationwide Cost Controls
Minnesota's Medicaid reimbursements for autism services have exploded from approximately $1.1 million in 2017 to $343 million in 2024, marking a staggering increase driven by expanded coverage, rising diagnoses, and widespread fraud allegations. Federal audits have uncovered up to $608 million in improper or potentially improper payments for autism services across multiple states.

Rex Ballard
Mar 55 min read


Update on Iran Military Action
Operation Epic Fury (U.S.) and Operation Roaring Lion (Israel) have entered their second week as of March 5, 2026, now in their sixth day since launching on February 28. The joint operations continue to intensify, with expanded strikes deeper into Iranian territory, achieving significant degradation of Iran's retaliatory capabilities amid ongoing Iranian missile and drone barrages across the region.

Rex Ballard
Mar 56 min read


Yahtzee Tournament Will Support Cottonwood, California Rodeo
The 63rd Cottonwood Mother’s Day Weekend Rodeo, scheduled for May 10-11, 2026, will get a much-needed financial boost when supporters gather at Hops and Vines, 20633 Gas Point Road, Cottonwood, Ca., 96002, for the 2nd Annual Cottonwood Rodeo Yahtzee Tournament, to be played on Saturday, March 14, at 11 a.m. Hops & Vines is located just a few doors down from the Holiday Market on Gas Point Road. To drum up support—and build awareness—for the Cottonwood Rodeo Yahtzee Tourname

Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
Mar 52 min read


Farewell to a Legend: The Enduring Legacy of Lou Holtz
On March 4, 2026, the world of college football—and beyond—lost a towering figure. Lou Holtz, the charismatic coach who led Notre Dame to its last national championship in 1988, passed away peacefully at his home in Orlando, Florida, at the age of 89, surrounded by his loving family.

Rex Ballard
Mar 55 min read


The Cases of Tina Peters and Sonya Jaquez Lewis Highlight Questions of Justice in Colorado
In the realm of American politics, where allegations of bias and unequal treatment often dominate discourse, two recent high-profile convictions in Colorado have sparked intense debate. Former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, a Republican known for her vocal support of 2020 election fraud claims, was sentenced to nine years in prison for her conviction. In stark contrast, former Democratic State Senator Sonya Jaquez Lewis received probation for conviction under the same statut

Rex Ballard
Mar 47 min read
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