Many local seats lacking candidates as Shasta’s election filing deadline nears
Multiple seats on school district and special district boards are up for grabs in November’s general election, as the deadline to file for candidacy approaches this week.
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With charges still pending, CHP search warrant reveals further details about the case against Michael Kamfolt
The raid of the Anderson man’s home made headlines, drawing attention to Kamfolt’s “underground bunker,” alleged cache of firearms, and his friendship with Supervisor Kevin Crye. Six months later, the Shasta County District Attorney’s office said it’s reviewing Kamfolt's case.
Shasta Sheriff’s Office calls community meeting on proposed ‘Corrections and Rehabilitation Campus’
Next Wednesday, residents will have an opportunity to attend a community meeting to learn more about a controversial Corrections and Rehabilitation Campus that’s proposed to be built off Eastside Road, the Sheriff’s Office said this week.
Supervisor Matt Plummer launches ‘Front Porch Shasta’
The volunteer initiative aims to strengthen community connections across the county, starting in five neighborhoods.
‘A very, very difficult transition’: Kings View to end mental health services in Shasta, citing HHSA contract delays
Kings View says it has absorbed hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost payments due to the county’s delays in contract execution over recent years. The county’s Health and Human Services Agency said it has paid all “contracted eligible expenses.”
No decisions yet on proposed Oasis Road shopping center project
The Redding Planning Commission has delayed again on approval of a new shopping center near Oasis Road. Commissioners and legal counsel have expressed concern that the project application relies on a 20-year old environmental study for a much different project, a Costco that never materialized.
Shasta College reports early success with use of county opioid settlement funds
College officials say Shasta County's $889,000 investment is helping students stay enrolled, complete degrees and enter the behavioral health workforce. The presentation follows public scrutiny over how the county's using millions in opioid litigation funds.
Late City Manager William Tarbox died of cardiac arrest, City of Redding says
Tarbox died unexpectedly on July 19, just months after beginning his role as Redding’s city manager. A funeral is planned for this Friday, July 31. Members of the public are welcome.
Across the state, communities are taking down Flock Safety cameras. Could Shasta be next?
Just months after the sheriff's office expanded the county’s network of ALPR cameras, two local elected officials are calling for them to be removed. The change of heart comes amid growing statewide scrutiny of the company’s data-sharing practices and local community concern over privacy and surveillance.
Shasta Public Health to “scale back” on services after $2 million in new budget cuts
The Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency has cut another $2 million from its Public Health budget since June. The cuts come partly in response to federal funding changes, and will reduce both staffing and services.
With charges still pending, CHP search warrant reveals further details about the case against Michael Kamfolt
The raid of the Anderson man’s home made headlines, drawing attention to Kamfolt’s “underground bunker,” alleged cache of firearms, and his friendship with Supervisor Kevin Crye. Six months later, the Shasta County District Attorney’s office said it’s reviewing Kamfolt's case.
Shasta Sheriff’s Office calls community meeting on proposed ‘Corrections and Rehabilitation Campus’
Next Wednesday, residents will have an opportunity to attend a community meeting to learn more about a controversial Corrections and Rehabilitation Campus that’s proposed to be built off Eastside Road, the Sheriff’s Office said this week.
Supervisor Matt Plummer launches ‘Front Porch Shasta’
The volunteer initiative aims to strengthen community connections across the county, starting in five neighborhoods.
‘A very, very difficult transition’: Kings View to end mental health services in Shasta, citing HHSA contract delays
Kings View says it has absorbed hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost payments due to the county’s delays in contract execution over recent years. The county’s Health and Human Services Agency said it has paid all “contracted eligible expenses.”
No decisions yet on proposed Oasis Road shopping center project
The Redding Planning Commission has delayed again on approval of a new shopping center near Oasis Road. Commissioners and legal counsel have expressed concern that the project application relies on a 20-year old environmental study for a much different project, a Costco that never materialized.
Shasta College reports early success with use of county opioid settlement funds
College officials say Shasta County's $889,000 investment is helping students stay enrolled, complete degrees and enter the behavioral health workforce. The presentation follows public scrutiny over how the county's using millions in opioid litigation funds.
Late City Manager William Tarbox died of cardiac arrest, City of Redding says
Tarbox died unexpectedly on July 19, just months after beginning his role as Redding’s city manager. A funeral is planned for this Friday, July 31. Members of the public are welcome.
Across the state, communities are taking down Flock Safety cameras. Could Shasta be next?
Just months after the sheriff's office expanded the county’s network of ALPR cameras, two local elected officials are calling for them to be removed. The change of heart comes amid growing statewide scrutiny of the company’s data-sharing practices and local community concern over privacy and surveillance.
Shasta Public Health to “scale back” on services after $2 million in new budget cuts
The Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency has cut another $2 million from its Public Health budget since June. The cuts come partly in response to federal funding changes, and will reduce both staffing and services.