Mother Nature came through with gorgeous “only in the North State” weather, as she unfolded clear skies and plentiful sunshine for an appreciative throng attending a recent ribbon cutting to formally open a 105-year old (renovated!) home, for homeless Veterans, in Redding’s southwest corridor downtown area. It was all made possible by a non profit organization called Nation’s Finest, founded over 50 years ago by a group of Vietnam Veterans and  serving Veterans and Veterans f

“We are gathered here today, VETERANS DAY, to remember—and recognize—all of the men and women in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard, U.S. Merchants Marines and other reserve components who have served….. and continue to serve…..to this very day.” These were the words of Patrick Carr, who served as a master of ceremonies for the 98th Annual Veterans Cognac Toast event, held on Veterans Day, November 11, 2025, at the Redding Elks Lodge, drawing a pa