Category Archive

Roaring Rumble Benefits Raising Shasta Kids… Liz Crain has never been in a fight, has never participated in team sports and candidly admits she’s not an athlete. However, none of thatRead More

Midwife Nora McNeill Celebrated in Redding… On March 21, the Shasta District Fairgrounds will transform into a celebration half a century in the making. From 4 to 8 p.m., familiesRead More

Araceli Gutierrez Bridges Cultures and Opportunity… Entrepreneur and super-volunteer Araceli Gutierrez understands the how and why of becoming a connector of people and resources. “I want to make sure we build these healthyRead More

Nancy Swift Leads JEDI’s Economic Mission in Northern California… As the chair of the statewide California Women’s Business Center Network and the founding director of the Jefferson Economic Development InstituteRead More

Our Lady of Mt. Shasta, The Merlo Family’s Enduring Tribute… The resplendent 20-foot bronze Mother Mary statue sitting atop Douglas Butte at Mt. Shasta Ski Park is a symbol of faith,Read More

The Strength of Women Supporting Women… There is something transformative about women supporting women—not competitively, not conditionally, but genuinely. At its best, this support looks like encouragement without comparison. It’sRead More

Lynnann Foster – Marketing Director at Shasta Regional Medical Center… Family: Husband Keith, four fabulous grown kids,  an incredible son-in-law, two beautiful daughters-in-law, four spectacular grandbabies! Our fourth arrives in June.  How longRead More

The Return of Shasta Historical Society… As many in downtown Redding know, this beloved nonprofit had to vacate its historical building after a water heater connection burst and flooded theRead More

Whitney Moffett – Venue Owner/ Substitute Teacher… Family: Husband Billy, daughter Charlotte, son Eli, dogs Bosa and Stoney, and seven Longhorn cattle. How long have you lived in the North State? JustRead More

Q&A WITH Lee Karp, Northern Valley Catholic Social Service… What is Northern Valley Catholic Social Service all about? Northern Valley Catholic Social Service (NVCSS) is a community-focused nonprofit dedicated toRead More

Three North State Artists Share Why They Create… Whether it’s painting, music, film, dance, the culinary arts, or any of a number of other mediums, the North State has an abundanceRead More

How First Fridays brings Redding Together… For five years now, the First Fridays of every month in downtown Redding have filled the streets with vibrant community. Dozens of participating locations,Read More

Inside Fairchild’s New Senior Life Solutions program… According to the National Council on Aging, nearly a quarter of adults age 65 and older are living with mental health conditions likeRead More

Dr. Chegini Transforms Adversity into Service… Dr. Farnaz Chegini, owner of Chegini Family Dentistry, has been through much adversity, but you wouldn’t know it from her beautiful smile and friendly,Read More

January 2026… Matthew Allen, MDOccupation: Oncologist, Valor Oncology What do you enjoy most about living in the North State?The good people, community and the outdoors. Family: Wife – Janet Carter, PharmD,Read More

Q&A with Dave Backues, Redding Sundial Kiwanis Club… What is Kiwanis all about?Kiwanis is a global service organization dedicated to improving the lives of youth. Our projects address food insecurity,Read More

Lura Wilhelm’s Mural Uplifts and Unites… The newest public artwork in downtown Redding is really something to see.A towering mural composed in vivid colors and depicting a series of scenesRead More

Debi Chimenti Brings Kid Klown Back to Life… Redding author Debi Chimenti recently launched the newest version of her children’s book, “Kid Klown and the Butterfly Adventures,” which has beenRead More

New RABA Trolleys Bring Fun to Your Ride… The jolly trolleys are here!The Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) welcomed two trolleys to its fleet in October, much to the delightRead More

What I Enjoy – December 2025 – Karen Simmons… Occupation: Banking Family: Two boys, two daughters-in-law, and four grandchildren (a dog, cat and tortoise, because pets are family too!) HowRead More