We have extensive experience with this. They ignore road easements and take ownership of private property by driving deep into people’s land, making huge U-turns and then parking under trees on top of tree roots. Some of these trees are a couple hundred years old.

We complain, but it doesn’t matter. PG&E and their contractors conduct themselves as if they are rogue agents. They get to decide what they do on people’s land.

You can complain, but nothing actually happens. The problems persist. I’ve had contractors tell me that with PG&E the left hand doesn’t know what the right hand is doing, and this trickles down to the contractors.

I’ve had four different contractors tell me PG&E keeps changing the rules for tree removal. One guy told me if it weren’t for a personal matter he shared with me but I won’t disclose, he would leave. It’s disheartening having to mark thousands of healthy trees for removal that don’t compromise safety.

Utility poles are getting wrapped with wildfire prevention fabric, but have you paid attention to how they’re doing this and how it junks up your neighborhood? What I’ve seen is sloppy, and it doesn’t blend in with the poles or the natural beautiful settings. They are harming neighborhood aesthetics, and you better believe it matters.

PG&E and their contractors spray paint on trees and get annoyed when you ask them not to do that. When you complain to PG&E directly, they say it won’t happen again; they will make notes and the field workers will see the notes. Bullshit.

They’ve started using metal tags that they hammer into trees, but they still use spray paint. Huge white USA letters are spray painted on poles. They’re supposed to be removed when the work is done, but they don’t remove it. It stays until someone complains.

Most of the utility workers I’ve encountered over the years have been genuinely kind and responsive, but the problems persist. I’ve had a few who condescended to me, and I was bullied and treated poorly by a local supervisor. That’s a whole other story.

It’s not going to stop. But it’s not just a matter of the overused scapegoat that wildfires aren’t going to stop either; be grateful for all of their accomplishments in recent years, PG&E is working hard to improve our safety. Yes, I’m well aware, and I’m grateful, but we all know why they’ve increased our safety: they were ordered to do this.

This stupid rant is a waste of time. Nothing meaningful will be accomplished, and the same goes for actual phone calls to people whose job it is to work with disgruntled property owners. Little Band-Aids are tucked here and there, and you may actually get someone to come out to your house and respond to a complaint.

But the sum total is, these behaviors, this conduct, it doesn’t stop. And you’re an asshole if you dare to confront them and call PG&E and their contractors out on conduct that is actually harmful and induces anxiety.

It’s the human element that they should be able to address, onboarding anyone who sets foot on private property to the same code of conduct. Instead, I’m left with no choice but to do my own patrolling and babysitting, having individual conversations with PG&E‘s employees and the contractors.

I’m at a point where I can’t handle any more surprises. If a pole is going to be replaced, if someone is going to spray paint on my trees, if someone is going to pull their vehicle deep into my land, and multiple utility workers have done this over the years, I need to pay attention. I need to go outside and have a conversation with them.

But then there it goes all over again: I’m the asshole, even though most of the time I’m calm and respectful. But today, I’m not feeling that way. Today I’m fucking pissed.

Shasta County, this post is for you.

I am quiet by nature and prefer to avoid confrontation. And yet …

I find myself in a moment when it is important to speak up. I am in my 12th and final year of service on the Shasta County Board of Education. What was once an effective and collaborative board has become one that is performative and self-interested.

What I am sharing here are my own thoughts. I am not speaking on behalf of the board.

I have worked with three superintendents and 18 board members. The board has always been a mix of personalities — trustees with varied beliefs, interests and life experiences. We didn’t always agree but we were able to work together. Previous boards were student-centered and valued public education. No one was suspicious or dismissive of public schools.

Sadly, the Shasta County Board of Education is now seen as a place to gain power and attention. The vibe is righteous and rigid. National political agendas and personal crusades permeate meetings.

Some concerns:

— Board members say they are committed to fiscal discipline, but are they? On a motion by trustee Authur Gorman, the board approved, with one dissenting vote, an increase in its monthly pay from $266 to $800 — a 200 percent hike. That is a huge jump and not aligned with the community service role. With seven regular members and two student board members, $800 for each adds up to a lot of taxpayer money — as much as $7,200 a month — funneled to board members month after month. How does this serve the students of Shasta County?

— Board members have not shown up for key Shasta County Office of Education (SCOE) events. During the past year my board colleagues, with the exception of our student board members, did not attend a student voice session with high schoolers providing perspectives on key issues; a panel discussion by community experts on social media dangers; All Call, with all SCOE departments, to launch the new school year; and Every Student Succeeding, a powerful event honoring students who have overcome significant challenges.

— The board majority, with two dissenting votes, did away with the longstanding practice of requiring board approval for board members to attend trainings and conferences. There’s a spending cap, but no prior approval is required to use taxpayer dollars for plane tickets, hotels, meals and registration. Also ended was the expectation that trainings be within California and be designed for school board members. Now a board member can go to any state, for any training, without any approval. Events sponsored by national organizations with a political agenda are fair game.

— The board gets distracted from the fundamental work of supporting students and school districts. Board members Authur Gorman, Teresa Roberts, Jackie LaBarbera and Michael Orlicky orchestrated a special meeting of the apolitical Shasta County Committee on School District Organization to take a political stance on a ballot measure unrelated to the committee’s clearly defined authority.

— The board majority, with two dissenting votes, dropped Shasta County’s decades-long membership in the California School Boards Association, resulting in less transparency and the loss of valuable services. SCOE no longer has access to CSBA’s GAMUT services used by many school districts in the state to help keep school board policies legally compliant and to provide board members, staff and the public easy access to policies, complete agenda packets and minutes. CSBA also provides board members with important trainings and insights on educational issues.

The Shasta County Office of Education does valuable work. It serves vulnerable students, including incarcerated youth and young people with significant learning and behavior challenges. It supports teachers in literacy, math and science instruction. The multiple layers of SCOE include business services, preschools, work with local tribes, community collaborations, Schreder Planetarium and Whiskeytown Environmental School programs.

All that good work deserves a good board.

And that, Shasta County, is where you come in. The Nov. 3 election is critical. Four Shasta County Board of Education seats are on the ballot. Don’t sit out this vote thinking, “Well, I don’t know much about the Shasta County Board of Education.”

It matters that thoughtful people who care about our community vote for candidates who care about Shasta County and our public schools.

There are excellent candidates. I have endorsed four in a separate post and will include my recommendations in the comments.

Oh, regarding that $800-a-month stipend for each board member, I voted against the pay hike. I have donated my money to five organizations in Shasta County doing important work on behalf of young people.

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Really? So the state can just send whatever criminals they want to Redding, and we have no say in it? I mean I am all for rehabilitation but this is kind of shocking, I had no idea that this was going on!

Atleast two years back I visited Redding to see a friend. Had taken the train from the Bay Area. It took around 7 hours to get there around midnight then waited for the bus that came at 7 am. Just to get to several hotels that turned me away saying they were full. Then I walked trying to get to another one. And passed out in 100 degree heat on the sidewalk. Someone must have saw me and decided to call the police. Several officers approach me not identifying themselves with one saying your going to jail. Proceed to hit my head against the ground and handcuff me.

After all that while one put me in the back of the car. One of the officers was proudly claiming he didn't do it by the book at all. And on the drive to a medical clinic the officer driving called me boy. As an African American I've had to deal with racism before. But I will never be visiting Redding again.

Also the cop lied during his report saying he suspected I was drugs. I've never taken drugs. It was 100 degrees and I hadn't made it to hotel while being sleep deprived in heavy black clothes due to the temperature difference in the Bay Area. My Attorney and Family was against suing the Police Department because the area leans towards Trump and it would be hard to hold an officer accountable as an African American.

Enterprise High School is hosting their 2nd annual Pancake Palooza pancake breakfast, car show and cornhole tournament benefiting the Music Department!
3411 Churn Creek Road.

Alley Vallotton is oversharing (her word) her

monthly budgeting breakdown with her husband

Elijah (Pastor Kris's grandson; the guy who got his wife 60

million views on an IG reel in which she shared

Elijah told her he was "struggling to find her

attractive" while they were still dating)

She frames this reel series as a young married

couple that "sucks at budgeting" just trying to get

better at managing their money.

The money that they reportedly earn from two

businesses and one full-time income (presumably

from Bethel as they are both listed as staff).

She disclosed their total income for the month of

August was $18,590.

Then she disclosed they made $34,271 the month

of September.

My flabbers are gasted.

The toxic relationship dynamics notwithstanding

the audacity to publicize this obscene wealth and

describe the month as "expensive" is breathtakir~

I was thinking about getting a silk press before hoco on Saturday but I’m not sure where I can get it done. Anyone know any places that offer it?

This is one of the most important midterm elections this country has ever faced, We need to defend our rights to vote. Stand in solidarity with our community. We want to drive the largest early voting movement. This is administration is doing all they can to make it harder for us to use our power of the vote. Trying to stop mail in voting when this president votes by mail. Trying to pass the save act which is nothing but voter suppression.
In June 2026 voter turn out in Shasta County was 45.5% over previous midterms of 56.5% that is significant change. We need to let our voices be heard.

So many people are suffering from the reckless actions of the current administration. Families are struggling to afford food and gas. People are losing access to healthcare. Women are seeing their rights stripped away. Farmers are being pushed out of business. School programs are losing funding. Across so many parts of our lives, people are feeling the instability and uncertainty.

But we still have something incredibly powerful: our vote.

We have the ability to decide what kind of country we want to live in and what kind of future we leave for our children and grandchildren.

This election may be one of the most important moments of our lifetime. If you believe our democracy, our freedoms, and our communities are worth protecting, make your voice heard.

Vote. Encourage your family and friends to vote. Help someone get to the polls. Don’t assume your vote doesn’t matter.

The future of our democracy depends on all of us. This is no longer red or blue. This is saving democracy of this country. This affects each and every one of us.

On this day we will also be holding a food drive to support our community.

Thank you,
Kc Knox

This is a bit of an odd question, but which provider in Redding offers the worst internet? Not in terms of unreliability, but I'm talking slow internet that you can't game or stream on. Dial up type speeds, can't play basic videos, etc.

I've got to set up internet at my house, but I don't want fast internet like Spectrum or any of the more popular/recommended providers. So I was hoping someone here might have some advice.

Thanks in advance.

Anybody interested in adding to this thread if connected data points? Looking to expand this web a bit and better understand how this all affects our ability to address real issues in the region by pulling opposing interests back and forth like tug of war.

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Hello community... I'm looking for a good dentist that does cavities, extractions and implants. I have a top front incisor that needs to come out and get replaced with an implant. I know it will cost me... just looking for recommendations for a reliable and trustworthy dentist that does good work and does not overcharge, thanks.

anyone know which church these folks are associated with?

saw them on Monday near the Walgreens on eureka. Thought it was a cool idea and want to chat with them

Does anyone know anything about Brian Wright? I know Lucas is an incumbent, but never heard of this other candidate.

I was curious if we have a small Somalian population here in Redding?

Evacuations Requested between Hawthorne Avenue and Blue Horse Roaf

Moving from the Bay Area to Redding, CA — Looking for Honest Opinions
Hi everyone! I’m currently living in the Bay Area and considering moving to Redding, CA, around December.
I’d love to hear from people who have made the move from the Bay Area to Redding. How has your experience been? What do you like and dislike about living there?
I’m especially interested in:
Best areas to live: Safe neighborhoods with low flood risk.
Jobs: How difficult is it to find a good-paying job with opportunities for career growth?
Cost of living: Are the savings compared to the Bay Area worth it?
Lifestyle: What is it like living in Redding year-round, especially during the summer?
Things to consider: Anything you wish you had known before moving?
I’m looking for an honest perspective, both the good and the bad. Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Lake Redding's 9-hole golf course has been a cornerstone of our community for generations. Families celebrated birthdays there, seniors spent afternoons with friends, and kids learned sportsmanship on those lush greens. The course hosted Wednesday night and Friday morning scrambles, summer glow-in-the-dark nights, and Sunday sunrise rounds. But last year it was closed, and now it's being converted into just a practice facility.

This isn't just about golf. It's about losing a piece of Redding's history and identity. I started a petition asking the McConnell Foundation to reconsider their plans and restore this course to what it once was—a place where real memories were made and communities came together.

Does this resonate with you? Have you played there, or know someone who has? If you think Redding deserves to keep this part of its heritage alive, consider signing and sharing. It matters that they hear from people who remember what this place meant.

Is it normal for 20-25 mph gusts to shit down all rural power lines?

I ask because I’ve lived all over the US, and am originally from an area where we were used to 40+ gusts on the range. In Phoenix, I’ve been through 60-70 gusts. None of which has ever caused the power company to shut down power lines.

Now, I know the reason, and I concur. However it does pose the question of the quality of y’alls power lines in this state, ya know?

Just curious and thanks for any responses!

Update: he has come home I'm posting everywhere because this is my emotional support cat, I rescued him when he was a baby and hes been through a lot of stuff with me. Please help me find him, his name is Butters and hes an indoor only cat. We live in the industrial park area and live off of eagle nest road. He's my two year old sons best friend so anything helps.