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Madison Holcomb

Madison is a multimedia reporter for Shasta Scout. She’s interested in reporting on the environment, criminal justice and politics.

Madison's Latest Articles

Shasta food bank prepares for potential spike in demand amidst CalFresh delays

State officials say CalFresh benefits will be delayed in November because of the government shutdown. The Dignity Health Connected Living Food Bank is preparing to help those impacted.

Thousands of Shasta residents at risk of losing food benefits if government shutdown continues

State SNAP agencies, including California’s, have been told to delay sending food benefits in November if the government doesn’t reopen as early as today.

Shasta supervisors approve naloxone vending machines after some debate

The board voted 4-1 to approve six new vending machines that will be stocked with the medication used to reverse opioid overdoses. Several supervisors expressed concerns over whether the new machines might encourage drug use.

Memorial service for nurse killed in helicopter crash to be held in Redding

Flight nurse Susan “Suzie” Smith died in a Sacramento helicopter crash earlier this month. Her memorial will be held at the Redding Civic Auditorium on Nov. 14.

Thousands attend ‘No Kings’ protest in Redding to denounce the Trump administration

The event held today, Oct. 18, was part of a nationwide protest movement advocating against what many say is President Donald Trump’s abuse of power.

Shasta County warns of impacts from government shutdown

The County Administrative Office published a press release today explaining that local federally funded programs and services may experience disruptions in funding.

Despite layoffs and an ownership transfer, NSPR remains hopeful for sustainability

The public radio station’s employees were given layoff notices late last month, resulting from an ownership transfer from CapRadio to Chico State. But the job positions will remain in operation, and the change may even increase funding as some public stations nationwide face cuts.

Shasta Scout reporter Madison Holcomb on a hike in Whiskeytown during her first weekend in Shasta County.
Open Notebook: A reflection on the value of trust and fairness after my summer as a journalist in Shasta County

Our Open Notebook series offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at how our journalists work. In this Notebook entry, reporter Madison Holcomb shares what she’s learned about the importance of trust-building with sources from reporting on the communities of Shasta County.

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) sub-field office located at 443 Redcliff Drive in Redding.
There’s an ICE office in Redding. Here’s what we know.

After receiving an anonymous tip, Shasta Scout conducted an investigation into a ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations sub-field office that Redding officials say they know little about. Records requests reveal the facility has been operating for years and has a contract on file with the Redding Police.

The Redding Area Bus Authority Passenger Terminal.
Seniors Ride Free bus pass program in Redding is discontinued after alleged disagreement with funder

The program offered by the Redding Area Bus Authority was discontinued on July 31. It was funded by a regional Agency on Aging that works to support seniors in parts of the North State.

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