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šŸŒ± How IRONMAN 70.3 will transform Reddingā€™s roads, trails and businesses

Good day Redding! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How IRONMAN 70.3 will transform Reddingā€™s roads, trails and businesses
  • How Cascade Theatre became Reddingā€™s enduring art deco time capsule.
  • Meet the Redding artists self-funding a bold new original play.

Also on today's calendar: Science Saturday: Our Power, Our Planet and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Saturday: Pleasant with sunshine, temps: high: 78, low: 47.
  • Sunday: Cloudy, with a high of 76 and low of 49 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. Northern California's 1st IRONMAN is in Redding. What to expect (redding.com) ā€” Redding will host Northern Californiaā€™s first IRONMAN 70.3 this August, bringing up to 2,500 athletes and an estimated $10 million economic boost to local businesses. The course runs from Whiskeytown Lake to the Civic Auditorium and along the Sundial Bridge and River Trail, with extra aid and cooling stations planned for Reddingā€™s intense summer heat.
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2. Redding's Cascade Theatre remains a cultural anchor since 1935 (krcrtv.com) ā€” Reddingā€™s historic Cascade Theatre, a downtown landmark since 1935, remains a beloved gathering spot with its restored art deco interior and original-style marquee. Community-driven restoration and ongoing performances keep local memories alive, from childhood movie trips to first dates, while preserving the buildingā€™s official historic status and Redding pride.
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3. Redding's Eden Theater Company to stage original play, 'Allegory,' funded by artists (krcrtv.com) ā€” Redding theater lovers can catch Eden Theatre Companyā€™s fully original play ā€œAllegoryā€ at The Box on Bechelli Lane May 1ā€“3 and 8ā€“10 at 7 p.m. The homegrown company, devoted to original work, is funding the production entirely through its own artists, giving local writers and performers a dedicated stage for their stories of love, grief, redemption, and religion.
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4. Lottery ticket sales double nationwide as California leads, but much goes elsewhere (krcrtv.com) ā€” From Redding, officials report that booming lottery sales are helping send more money to California schools, including over $1.8 million to Shasta County campuses last year. While jackpots and ticket sales have roughly doubled since 2008, the article notes lottery dollars still make up only a small slice of overall education funding.
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  • I donā€™t know why my post got deleted.
    But I am still looking for a loving home to our 2 year old labradoodle. Neutered. Complete vaccines. He loves kids. He is potty trained and houseā€¦ (Nextdoor Victor Estates)
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    8.5 months old. Very minimal rehoming fee to the right owner. Needs a yard and preferably a bigger dog to play with (he plays a bit rough). Let meā€¦ (Nextdoor Alder Creek)
  • Goodwin Recruiting posted a job opening for CNC Machinist in Redding. Apply here.
  • Panera Bread Company posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Redding. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Redding here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Redding

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