Community, Giving Back
Giving Back – NVCSS
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
Food + Dining
What’s Cookie – Winter Roasted Veggie Crostini with Whipped Feta & Pomegranate
January 2026 Recipe… This winter crostini recipe is the perfect mix of cozy flavors and fresh, bright textures. Creamy whipped feta pairs with roasted veggies and pomegranate for an appetizerRead More
Food + Dining
On the Menu – A Sweet Start to Healthier Habits
Avocado Chocolate Mousse… f you’re anything like me, the start of a new year brings a familiar mix of optimism and overwhelm. Maybe you’re hoping to eat healthier, move more,Read More
Arts + Entertainment, Community
The Art of Expression
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
Community
Friday Night Lights
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
Health + Beauty
The Work of Wellness
Jayme Bottke Guides Tehama County Health Services Forward… In an ever-changing landscape of healthcare policies and public health concerns, there’s one assurance Jayme Bottke can offer when she hires new staffRead More
Health + Beauty, Life + Leisure
Crafted with Care
Hearthmother Goods Created by Laurel Bettinger… The story behind Hearthmother Goods is really about my family’s health journey, figuring out how to Sabbath, how to rest and how to beRead More
Community, Health + Beauty, Life + Leisure
Compassion in Action
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
Health + Beauty, Life + Leisure
Change From Within
Finding the Benefits of Hypnotism with Katy Redmon… When people hear the word hypnosis, many picture a stage show — someone clucking like a chicken or falling asleep at theRead More
Community, Life + Leisure
Strength Behind the Smile
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
Health + Beauty, Life + Leisure
A Hot Topic
Ritual Sauna Brings Heat, Healing to Community… Wellness doesn’t always require a spa visit or a drive out of town – it can come right where you are. Ritual Sauna, aRead More
Life + Leisure
Simple Solutions Big Impact
16 Life Hacks for 2026… The world is a complicated place. Between busy work and school schedules, extracurricular activities, increasing costs and a seemingly endless barrage of responsibilities, only theRead More
Community, Life + Leisure
What I Enjoy – Matthew Allen
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
Community, Giving Back
Giving Back – Redding Sundial Kiwanis Club
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
Food + Dining
Whats Cookin – Gingerbread Cupcakes with Chocolate Buttercream
December Recipe 2025… The holiday season is a wonderful time to do some baking! These gingerbread cupcakes are perfectly flavored with warm gingerbread spices and deliciously paired with chocolate buttercreamRead More
Uncategorized
On the Menu – A Perfect Pairing- Baked Brie with Fig Jam
Long before figgy pudding made its way into Christmas carols, the humble fig was already a symbol of the holidays. In Mediterranean countries, some fig varieties ripen late into theRead More
Food + Dining
Flight Plan for Flavor
Peter Chu’s Skyroom Continues to Satisfy with Authenticity… Along with receiving many accolades over the years and voted best airport restaurant in America by “Men’s Health” magazine, Peter Chu’s SkyroomRead More
Arts, Life + Leisure
Glow Your Own Way
Homemade Candles to Brighten the Season… There’s something about the glow of a candle that makes a room feel instantly warmer. Maybe it’s the flicker of light dancing on theRead More
Arts, Community
A Wall That Speaks
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
Education
One Hour Matters
Reading Pals Lifts Literacy Across the North State… The people of Reading Pals have uncovered a great truth in education: pair young people on the cusp of being proficient readersRead More
Food + Dining
A Taste of Spain
The Clandestino Offers Wine, Tapas and Connection… My philosophy of business is very easy. I don’t want to just sell wine. I want to sell an experience,” explains Nicolas TenaRead More
Arts, Life + Leisure
A Novel Kind of Christmas
Kimberly Carlson Aesara’s New Book Inspires… Sometimes, the path we have in mind for ourselves doesn’t deliver us to our intended location. Sometimes, that path takes the circuitous route toRead More
Arts, Life + Leisure
A Dream Taking Flight
Mollykid Studios Helps Others Find Joy Through Art… For as long as she can remember, Molly Watson has been drawn to create art in many forms. Her art room atRead More