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Oh, dear friend, in a world that rewards silence and punishes courage, 24-year-old NBA guard Jaden Ivey stepped boldly into the light on March 30, 2026. Just hours after his heartfelt Instagram live, the Chicago Bulls waived him. With tender conviction, he declared that the NBA’s celebration of Pride Month lifts up what Scripture calls sin, and same-sex relationships stand against God’s beautiful design for holiness.


Pet of the Week: Blaze & Cash – Loving Bottle Baby Brothers Still Waiting for Their Forever Home!
These two gorgeous Russian Blue mixes are full of personality and the biggest love bugs you’ll ever meet! Born around April 2021, their feral mom was sadly struck by a car. One chilly morning, the kind ladies at Capelli’s Hair Design found the tiny kittens shivering on the freezing cold cement right in front of the salon and quickly reached out for help.
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California Exodus Why People Are Leaving
This YouTube Short highlights the California Wealth Exodus

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The Tipping Point From Losing People to Losing Billions
New US Census Bureau and state data confirm that California’s long-running population outflow showed little sign of slowing in 2025, with Los Angeles County recording the nation’s largest numeric population decline and the Bay Area continuing to shed residents through domestic migration.

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Melania Trump's Secret Diplomacy Helping Displaced Children
Melania Trump quietly brokers peace to some of the most vulnerable impacted by the Ukraine War

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Jaden Ivey's Faith vs Career - The Cost of Belief


California’s Exodus Continues
New US Census Bureau and state data confirm that California’s long-running population outflow showed little sign of slowing in 2025, with Los Angeles County recording the nation’s largest numeric population decline and the Bay Area continuing to shed residents through domestic migration. While some stabilization appeared in U-Haul one-way moves, the broader trend—driven by high housing costs, taxes, and quality-of-life concerns—persists.
Rex Ballard
21 hours ago3 min read


Top Alternative Media Outlets to Explore
In today’s fast-paced world, finding trustworthy news sources can feel like navigating a maze. Mainstream outlets often dominate the headlines, but many of us crave fresh perspectives that challenge the status quo. That’s where alternative media outlets come in. These platforms offer unique viewpoints, often focusing on local issues, conservative commentary, or underreported stories. If you’re looking to diversify your news diet, I’ve gathered some of the best options worth e
Rex Ballard
1 day ago4 min read


Chicago Bulls Clean House: Top Executives Axed One Week After Jaden Ivey Waiver Amid Massive Backlash and Dismal Season
In a stunning front-office overhaul, the Chicago Bulls fired Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Artūras Karnišovas and General Manager Marc Eversley on April 6, 2026 — just eight days after the controversial waiver of guard Jaden Ivey. Ownership’s decision comes as the team sits at a dismal 29-49 record, 12th in the Eastern Conference, and long eliminated from playoff contention. Under Karnišovas and Eversley’s six-year tenure, the Bulls managed just one playof
Rex Ballard
1 day ago2 min read


Shasta County Board of Supervisors Holds Regular Meeting, Advances Rural Probation Services, Proclaims "Week of the Young Child", and Discusses Proposal to Expand Cottonwood Sewer System
Sheriff Johnson honored the many volunteers assisting his department Johnson spoke about the six chaplains who went out on 28 calls during the year, the Citizen Volunteer Patrol who assists in many areas including conducting proactive patrols, traffic control and meetings with business owners, the Explorer Program for youth 14 - 21 years old, the Reserve Unit who help on patrols, the Asphalt Cowboys organization who assist with special needs and fundraising.
Elisa Ballard
2 days ago5 min read


Disgraced Judge Hannah Dugan's Conviction Stands
A federal judge has denied former Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan’s request for a new trial or acquittal, upholding her felony conviction for obstructing federal immigration agents. The ruling, issued April 6, 2026, by U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman, means Dugan’s December 2025 guilty verdict remains intact as she prepares for sentencing and vows to appeal further.
Rex Ballard
2 days ago2 min read


Has Trump Accomplished Anything of Value?
Are you one of the millions of Americans who can’t think of a single positive thing Trump has accomplished in his five years in office? Even though roughly half the country thinks he’s doing a good job, you may see things differently. You might even believe him to be flawed, reckless, or unfit for the role. While it’s conceivable that this media darling of yesteryear – once toasted by Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, and Oprah Winfrey – suddenly became a Nazi, there’s another logi
Gary Peyrot
2 days ago6 min read


Tragic Drowning of 5-Year-Old Boy at Lake Shasta’s Turntable Bay: A Stark Reminder for Parents on Water Safety
A heartbreaking incident at one of Northern California’s most popular recreational spots has claimed the life of a young child and prompted urgent warnings from authorities about water safety. On Monday, April 6, 2026, a 5-year-old boy drowned at Turntable Bay on Lake Shasta after entering the water without a life jacket. According to the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched around 11:22 a.m. following reports of a missing child in the water. The boy had g
Rex Ballard
2 days ago3 min read


Jaden Ivey: Ostracized by the NBA for Bold Christian Faith After Finding Redemption in Christ
In a move that has sent ripples through the sports world and reignited debates about religious freedom in professional athletics, the Chicago Bulls waived guard Jaden Ivey on March 30, 2026, citing “conduct detrimental to the team.” The timing was no coincidence. Hours earlier, the 24-year-old former No. 5 overall pick had gone live on Instagram, delivering an unapologetic, hour-long testimony rooted in his Christian beliefs.
Rex Ballard
2 days ago3 min read


Melania Trump’s “Bring Them Home” Initiative: A First Lady’s Diplomatic Push to Reunite Ukrainian Children Separated by War
In the midst of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, First Lady Melania Trump has spearheaded a targeted humanitarian diplomacy effort widely referenced in public discourse and social media as the “Bring Them Home” project. Though not formally titled as such in official White House statements, the initiative focuses on reuniting Ukrainian children forcibly displaced or taken to Russia (and Russian-controlled territories) with their families in Ukraine.
Rex Ballard
2 days ago4 min read


Trump’s ‘Complete and Total’ Endorsement of Steve Hilton Highlights Voter Frustrations in California Governor’s Race
President Donald Trump on Monday issued his “COMPLETE & TOTAL ENDORSEMENT” for Steve Hilton in the race for California governor, posting on Truth Social that he has "known and respected" the former Fox News host for many years. “Gavin Newscum and the Democrats have done an absolutely horrendous job,” Trump wrote, criticizing high taxes, rising crime and the exodus of residents and businesses. “Steve can turn it around, before it is too late, and, as President, I will help him
Elisa Ballard
3 days ago2 min read


Virginia’s Buyer’s Remorse: Voters Reconsider Spanberger as Illegal Immigrant Crime Wave Hits Home
Just five months after Abigail Spanberger made history as Virginia’s first female governor, a wave of high-profile murders allegedly committed by illegal immigrants has triggered sharp criticism of her immigration policies—and early signs of buyer’s remorse among the voters who handed her a landslide victory in November 2025.
Rex Ballard
3 days ago3 min read


Pam Bondi’s Brief but Transformative—and Ultimately Turbulent—Tenure at the Justice Department Ends in Abrupt Ouster
In just 14 months as U.S. Attorney General, Pam Bondi oversaw one of the most sweeping and contentious overhauls of the Department of Justice in its 155-year history. Sworn in on February 5, 2025, after a 54-46 Senate confirmation, the former Florida attorney general and Trump loyalist moved quickly to align the DOJ with President Donald Trump’s priorities.
Rex Ballard
3 days ago3 min read


Grizzly Bears Back in California? SB 1305 Is a Recipe for Tragedy, Not Triumph
California lawmakers are on the verge of reviving one of the state’s most dangerous predators — and the rest of us will pay the price with our safety, our livestock, and potentially our lives.
Senate Bill 1305, the so-called “California Grizzly Restoration Act,” was quietly introduced in February by Sen. Laura Richardson (D-Inglewood). It doesn’t dump grizzly bears into the wild tomorrow, but it does something almost as reckless: it declares it official state policy to bring
Elisa Ballard
3 days ago3 min read


HHS Study Concludes Gender-Affirming Interventions on Children Cause Irreparable Harm, Including Sterilization, as Most Would Naturally Outgrow Dysphoria
In November of 2025, a comprehensive, peer-reviewed study was released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that delivered a scathing indictment of “gender-affirming care” for minors, concluding that puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and surgeries. These interventions expose children and adolescents to significant, often irreversible harms with virtually no reliable evidence of long-term benefit. Commissioned in response to President Trump’s January
Elisa Ballard
3 days ago5 min read


First 5 Shasta Kicks Off Week of the Young Child at Whistlestop Park
It was a happy, energetic and joyous scene at Whistlestop Park in downtown Redding on Friday afternoon, April 3, 2026, as young children and
Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
3 days ago2 min read
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Kool April Nites 2026: The Largest All-Volunteer Classic Car Show on the West Coast Roars into Redding, California
Redding, California, is about to become the ultimate destination for classic car enthusiasts. From April 17–26, 2026, Kool April Nites returns for its annual week-long celebration — the biggest all-volunteer car show on the West Coast. This isn’t just an event; it’s a high-octane, family-friendly festival that transforms the North State into a chrome-filled playground packed with thousands of classic cars, live entertainment, and community spirit.
Whether you’re a die-hard ge
Kari Chilson
4 days ago3 min read


Good Friday Services at the Civic – A Unified Community Gathering
Redding’s local churches are coming together for a special Good Friday service at the Civic on Friday, April 3rd. All are welcome to attend.
Kari Chilson
7 days ago1 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


There's More to Burney Than Burney Falls
Nestled in the heart of Northern California's intermountain region, the town of Burney offers visitors a gateway to some of the state's most stunning natural landscapes. While McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park and its iconic 129-foot waterfall often steal the spotlight, there's far more to discover in this rugged corner of Shasta County. To uncover the full story, head to the Burney Chamber of Commerce at BurneyChamber.com
Rex Ballard
Feb 124 min read


Kool April Nites 2026 Kicks Off Planning With Anderson Chamber Greeters at Gaia Hotel
Hey, everybody—especially you classic car enthusiasts from throughout the western USA—now is the time to set your calendars for Kool April Nites' 10-day celebration, April 17–26, 2026, that Redding, California, is famous for... and rightly so! A few Anderson Chamber Greeters
If you were fortunate enough to be at the Gaia Hotel in Anderson, California, on Wednesday morning, February 4, 2026, you were front and center to hear Kool April Nites president Ryan Dorosz address doze
Jerry Sanchez, Sr.
Feb 82 min read
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