Tehama County News Roundup: Sheriff Hiring Push, Scam Alerts, and Vibrant Community Highlights in Red Bluff, Corning & Gerber (March 2026)
- Rex Ballard
- 2 days ago
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Tehama County is buzzing with updates on public safety, local governance, and springtime education. From rural deputy recruitment to nature-filled days at the Sacramento River Discovery Center—and recent law enforcement actions in Corning and Gerber—here’s your local news digest. Stay informed and engaged with photos and video links below!
County-Wide: Sheriff’s Office Shares Positive Annual Report and Hiring Focus
Tehama County Sheriff Dave Kain highlighted “very positive things” in the department’s annual report, including drops in violent and property crime. The big push? Hiring more deputies specifically for rural areas like the foothills and west side to combat ongoing staffing shortages.
Meanwhile, the District Attorney’s office issued a fresh scam warning on March 25, reminding residents to watch for common fraud targeting locals. Flood Control District directors also met to discuss potential fee adjustments amid infrastructure needs, and the Board of Supervisors continues work on issues like mobile home park rent control.
calmatters.org Tehama County Sheriff's facing a shortage of officers
Red Bluff Spotlight: Life and Learning Abound at Sacramento River Discovery Center
Spring has brought abundant “life-and-learning experiences” to the Sacramento River Discovery Center in the Red Bluff Recreation Area. Gardeners, student field trips, job-training groups, and community service participants are enjoying birdwatching, bees, budding plants, native gardens, crafts (like toilet-paper binoculars for nature walks), and more—right from the parking lot!
Sacramento River Discovery Center entrance sign and a beautiful butterfly among the flowers—perfect spring scenes! (Photos from Red Bluff Daily News, March 26, 2026)
More photos in the official gallery: sacramentoriverdiscoverycenterinc.com/gallery. Full story: Red Bluff Daily News.
Corning Spotlight: Police Action and City Council Agenda
Corning Police served a search warrant earlier this month, leading to arrests of two locals on child abuse and methamphetamine charges (possession, sales, and paraphernalia). Officers located about 60 grams of meth at a Toomes Avenue apartment.
On the governance side, the Corning City Council agenda (week of March 24) included a public hearing on a proposed 12.89% rate increase for disposal services and a well repair contract. Meetings remain relatively short and community-focused.
Gerber Spotlight: CHP Warrant Yields Major Seizures; Long-Time Homicide Suspect in Custody
California Highway Patrol’s Northern Division Warrant Service Team executed a warrant in Gerber as part of a stolen vehicle probe. They seized over $42,000 in cash, one stolen vehicle, and multiple firearms. No arrests tied directly to this action were reported.
actionnewsnow.com Stolen vehicle, firearms, and more than $40,000 in cash seized during service of search warrant in Gerber | News | actionnewsnow.com
In a major development, Jaime Enedina Zamora (29) was arrested in Corning on March 5 after nearly two years on the run. He faces homicide charges in connection with the fatal May 31, 2024, shooting at a Gerber home on Ventura Avenue. The Tehama County Major Crimes Unit, with assistance from the Corning Police, made the bust during surveillance.
Flood Control & Governance Note
Directors continue fee discussions for the Flood Control District, with recent presentations explaining the district’s vital role in protecting communities from events like the flooding shown below.
redbluffdailynews.The flooding in Tehama County highlights the importance of ongoing flood control work.
For more details, check out Tehama County news by checking Red Bluff Daily News for full coverage and updates. Stay safe, stay vigilant, and enjoy the spring outdoors! 🚨🌱
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