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Ideological Drift at a Local Christian University
What Goes Woke - Goes Broke? Simpson University, Redding, CA (Credit: Simpsonu.edu) For many years, when families across the North State sought an institution of higher learning that upholds Biblical principles, faith-centered education, and conservative values, they would turn to Simpson University. Now, troubling reports are emerging from this local institution, which still characterizes itself as a Christ-centered school, highlighting a growing concern: what happens when

Elisa Ballard
6 days ago5 min read


Shasta County Supervisors Receive Hopeful Presentation on Medical School Viability and Funding Amid Some Debate
The Shasta County Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting on Tuesday morning in Redding. The agenda included presentations from the Fire Safe Council and the Sheriff's Department, as well as a request for studies on senior suicide and homelessness. However, two topics generated the most discussion: continued planning and potential county support for a proposed rural medical school, and a sharp divide over how California should fund its roads as the state shifts toward e

Elisa Ballard
Apr 216 min read


Should Shasta County Build Its Own Rural Medical School? Lessons from Pikeville, Kentucky
Shasta County leaders are exploring a bold solution to the region’s worsening doctor shortage: a new medical school anchored at Simpson University. The idea is gaining traction through the newly formed Rural Northern California Medical Education Consortium, which has already studied a proven model in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky.

Rex Ballard
Apr 214 min read


Shasta County Backs New Medical School Plan with Unanimous Vote
Planning for a medical school that would serve the North State is continuing as the Rural Northern California Medical Education Consortium (the Consortium) gave a brief (8-minute) presentation at the Shasta County Board of Supervisors Meeting this Tuesday, January 20th. After hearing the presentation by Dr. Paul Dhanuka, Dr. Norman Hall, and Dr. Irene Salter, the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to provide them a letter of support for the project, which is an important

Elisa Ballard
Jan 213 min read


Turning Point USA Faith Night to be held on Saturday, February 7th in Redding
The Turning Point USA chapter at Simpson University is excited to announce its inaugural event: Faith Night, taking place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Redding Civic Auditorium in Redding, California. This marks the first official gathering for the newly formed chapter on campus, and the public is warmly invited to join.

Elisa Ballard
Jan 42 min read


Coalition of Healthcare Professionals Has Been Assembled to Improve Healthcare Access for Far Northern California Counties
A coalition of healthcare professionals is working on plans to improve healthcare access for California's rural North State.

Elisa Ballard
Oct 26, 20254 min read
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