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Advance Redding announces it will no longer manage the Civic Auditorium

The nonprofit, which was created to operate the Civic, has been struggling in recent years to stay afloat financially. It operated the auditorium for more than 14 years.

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Some are calling this year’s Lone Stranger costumes racist

When Redding Police Department Chief Brian Barner and local restaurant owner Karline Niver played the part of robbers in an annual scavenger hunt, they dressed in costume elements that included an afro wig and a brown mask. A photo of the two went viral on Reddit, drawing concern from some community members.

Efficiency study is progressing, Redding officials say

Circle 6 Consulting, the firm hired by the city at the request of new City Manager William Tarbox, has been making progress to find ways the city can cut costs to reduce its major budget deficit. So far, possible savings are still in the evaluation phase.

Gallery: ‘Glowing Wild’ brings illuminating display to Redding

The lantern festival will be held near the Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay through June 28. It features Chinese lanterns inspired by plants and animals, and it’s priced at $20 for adults and $15 for children.

New Redding city manager hopes to bring efficiency expertise to city’s bleak financial state

After an extensive hiring process, the city of Redding hired William Tarbox as the new city manager. He started about two months ago. But what are his intentions for the city? Shasta Scout sat down with him for an exclusive interview to answer this question.

Redding Police Chief Brian Barner announces September retirement

Barner has been chief of police for about three years and an RPD employee for 34.

Redding Chamber to host business-focused candidate forum for board of supervisors positions up for election

The forum will be held on Monday, April 27 beginning at 5:30, with the first hour dedicated to District 5 candidates and the second to those of District 1.

Ironman event draws excited locals as officials share details about August’s race

About 40 people attended a Q&A held yesterday by local Redding organizations. The meet and greet featured officials from the Ironman organization who shared an exciting announcement about the internationally known triathlon event, among other details.

Redding organizations to host meet and greet with Ironman officials ahead of this summer’s race

The event will be hosted by the Redding Chamber of Commerce, Visit Redding and Choose Redding Lodging. It will be held tomorrow, April 14, at 4 p.m. at Westside Tap & Cork.

Bethel Church chooses third-party group to investigate abuse allegations made against leader Ben Armstrong

The church announced last week that it chose Sintra Group Professional Investigations to conduct an investigation into clergy abuse allegations made earlier this year about Armstrong. The firm doesn’t list experience with this type of investigation on its site.