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Flight school official says multiple international students have withdrawn enrollments after Chinese espionage claims by Anderson council member – Shasta Scout After advocacy by IASCO Flight Training Operations Manager Miranda Vorhis, the Anderson city council adopted a social media policy Tuesday night. But she said there’s already been measurable harm infl...

After advocacy by IASCO Flight Training Operations Manager Miranda Vorhis, the Anderson city council adopted a social media policy Tuesday night. But she said there’s already been measurable harm inflicted upon the school.

Council defers decision on REU rate increases; approves open alcohol containers during Kool April Nights Cruise – Shasta Scout The council agreed to honor a request from REU to take more time for more public outreach, given low attendance at recent workshops used to explain the rate increase.

The council agreed to honor a request from REU to take more time for more public outreach, given low attendance at recent workshops used to explain the rate increase.

Woman attempting to sideline Shasta election measure has filed court paperwork with her real identity – Shasta Scout County attorney Joseph Larmour confirmed yesterday that Jennifer Katske is the woman behind a “Jane Doe” legal challenge that’s been filed over an election-related ballot measure. She refiled court pa...

Shasta’s lead attorney confirmed yesterday that Jennifer Katske is the woman behind a “Jane Doe” legal challenge that’s been filed over an election-related ballot measure. She refiled court paperwork this week under her real name after Shasta judge said her identity is a matter of public interest.

Among a slew of conservative candidates running for local nonpartisan offices, Shasta GOP endorses select few – Shasta Scout The Shasta County Republican Central Committee recently made public endorsements of candidates in local offices, including supervisor and registrar of voters, both of which are nonpartisan positions.

The Shasta County Republican Central Committee recently made public endorsements of candidates in local offices, including supervisor and registrar of voters, both of which are nonpartisan positions.

Shasta won’t fund election official's representation amid legal challenge to ballot measure – Shasta Scout Curtis asked the board to hire Trump-connected attorney Peter Ticktin in hopes of ensuring the amendment makes it to ballots. A majority said no.

Curtis asked the board to hire Trump-connected attorney Peter Ticktin in hopes of ensuring the amendment makes it to ballots. A majority said no.

Anderson City Council to consider adopting social media policy following member’s controversial posts about local flight school – Shasta Scout The discussion comes after council member Darin Hale made numerous claims on his personal Facebook account attempting to link a local flight school to Chinese espionage. The school has called the clai...

The discussion comes after council member Darin Hale made numerous claims on his personal Facebook account attempting to link a local flight school to Chinese espionage. The school has called the claims unfounded and said they undermine community safety.

Redding City Council to discuss allowing open alcoholic containers at Kool April Nites Cruise – Shasta Scout During a February meeting, council member Tenessa Audette pitched the idea to make part of Hilltop Drive an entertainment zone during a three-hour period on April 24, when the Kool April Nites Cruise ...

During a February meeting, council member Tenessa Audette pitched the idea to make part of Hilltop Drive an entertainment zone during a three-hour period on April 24, when the Kool April Nites Cruise is scheduled to occur. City staff have concerns about the idea’s feasibility.

A host of global and domestic factors are affecting local power pricing, REU says – Shasta Scout Redding Electric Utility has proposed a series of 4.5% annual hikes in electric bills over the next four years. The city-owned utility hosted two public forums for residents yesterday to explain the f...

Redding Electric Utility has proposed a series of 4.5% annual hikes in electric bills over the next four years. The city-owned utility hosted two public forums for residents yesterday to explain the factors behind price hikes.

Shasta County must hold off on placing voter ID measure on ballots, judge says – Shasta Scout The decision came in response to a petition filed earlier this month by an anonymous plaintiff. If approved by voters in June, the ballot measure would amend local law to allow for changes to election...

The decision came in response to a petition filed earlier this month by an anonymous plaintiff. If approved by voters in June, the ballot measure would amend local law to allow for changes to elections, including hand counting and voter ID.

Riverside's Sheriff is investigating alleged election ‘irregularities.' Shasta’s election official was the one to break the news – Shasta Scout Shasta ROV Clint Curtis told county supervisors during Tuesday’s public board meeting that the Riverside department was “confiscating all of the records in Riverside.” Riverside officials have confirm...

Shasta ROV Clint Curtis told county supervisors during Tuesday’s public board meeting that the Riverside department was “confiscating all of the records in Riverside.” Riverside officials have confirmed the news of an investigation.

Supervisor Kevin Crye hospitalized due to ‘cardiac episode’ – Shasta Scout A statement posted on Facebook today said he’s been given an “excellent prognosis” for recovery. He’s also being treated for colon cancer.

A statement posted on Facebook today said he’s been given an “excellent prognosis” for recovery. He’s also being treated for colon cancer.

School listed as exposure site in ninth Shasta measles case has history of low vaccination rates, state data shows – Shasta Scout Redding Christian School had an 87.8% vaccination rate against measles for kindergarteners in the most recent state data, which is below the 95% protection threshold identified by the CDC. It’s one of...

Redding Christian School had an 87.8% vaccination rate against measles for kindergarteners in the most recent state data, which is below the 95% protection threshold identified by the CDC. It’s one of several schools in the county with a history of low measles vaccination rates.

Shasta supervisors approve opioid litigation funds for veteran-focused nonprofit – Shasta Scout At yesterday’s board meeting personal testimonies were shared about how Our Heroes’ Dreams has impacted local lives. Specifics of how county opioid settlement funds will augment current services, or e...

At yesterday’s board meeting personal testimonies were shared about how Our Heroes’ Dreams has impacted local lives. Specifics of how count opioid settlement funds will augment current services, or expand them, were not shared.

Curtis defends himself as Shasta board takes second look at alleged election misconduct  – Shasta Scout Last month, Shasta’s election official was accused by some of campaigning on county property. Today the election official defended himself while repeating the claim that former officials — including h...

Last month, Shasta’s election official was accused by some of campaigning on county property. Today the election official defended himself while repeating the claim that former officials — including his campaign opponent — committed election fraud. He’s provided no evidence.

Redding officially welcomes new city manager – Shasta Scout William S. Tarbox attended his first Redding City Council meeting last week and is transitioning into the role by meeting with staff and touring city facilities.

William S. Tarbox attended his first Redding City Council meeting last week and is transitioning into the role by meeting with staff and touring city facilities.

Shasta supervisors will revisit discussion on election official’s behavior, this time with public comment – Shasta Scout A discussion about an allegation that Shasta’s election official misused public resources took place earlier this month without any public comment. This week the item has been brought back to allow th...

A discussion about an allegation that Shasta’s election official misused public resources took place earlier this month without any public comment. This week the item has been brought back to allow the public to weigh in.

Nurses demonstrate outside Shasta Regional Medical Center, claiming poor working conditions – Shasta Scout The California Nurses Association and the Caregivers and Healthcare Employees Union have organized a strike of nurses at Shasta Regional amid stalled contract negotiations with the hospital.

The California Nurses Association and the Caregivers and Healthcare Employees Union have organized a strike of nurses at Shasta Regional amid stalled contract negotiations with the hospital.

Supervisors will discuss legal petition filed over election ballot initiative – Shasta Scout The petition seeks to stop a proposed ballot initiative that, if approved by voters in June, would amend Shasta’s charter to implement local election policies. Supervisors will discuss the petition in...

The petition seeks to stop a proposed ballot initiative that, if approved by voters in June, would amend Shasta’s charter to implement local election policies. Supervisors will discuss the petition in closed session on Feb. 20.

Bethel Church places leader Ben Armstrong on administrative leave after allegations of sexual abuse and grooming from former students – Shasta Scout Bethel Church says the allegations are being investigated by a third party. Armstrong did not respond to a request for comment.

Bethel Church says the allegations are being investigated by a third party. Armstrong did not respond to a request for comment.

Another case of measles has been confirmed in Shasta County, bringing count to 9 – Shasta Scout The county has provided a new list of exposure sites where people may have contracted the measles virus.

The county has provided a new list of exposure sites where people may have contracted the measles virus.

Anderson Council to discuss social media policy in special meeting Thursday – Shasta Scout The council’s decision to consider creating a social media policy comes after controversial social media posts by Council member Darin Hale.

The council’s decision to consider creating a social media policy comes after controversial social media posts by Council member Darin Hale.

Redding Electric Utility proposes multi-year hike in electricity costs – Shasta Scout With the aim of improving aging infrastructure and keeping up with factors such as inflation and California clean energy mandates, REU is proposing a 4.5% increase in utility costs for the next four y...

With the aim of improving aging infrastructure and keeping up with factors such as inflation and California clean energy mandates, REU is proposing a 4.5% increase in utility costs for the next four years, starting in April.

Democrat from Marin could represent Shasta County in Congress under new Prop. 50 district lines – Shasta Scout As Prop. 50 lines come into play at the midterms, Shasta County will join California’s second congressional district, currently represented by Jared Huffman of San Rafael. His representation would mar...

As Prop. 50 lines come into play at the midterms, Shasta County will join California’s second congressional district, currently represented by Jared Huffman of San Rafael. His representation would mark an immense shift for Shasta’s conservative voters.

Underground Good: Terri and Gary Orwig – Shasta Scout “I love to encourage people to become volunteers. There are so many opportunities out there that could match your interests. If they have time, it's such a fulfilling thing for your spirit, for your h...

“I love to encourage people to become volunteers. There are so many opportunities out there that could match your interests. If they have time, it’s such a fulfilling thing for your spirit, for your heart. I want to leave this earth knowing I did good work, that I helped people.”

Redding Library to reopen following significant upgrades made with nearly $800K state grant – Shasta Scout The library, which hasn’t been fully operational since last July, will reopen on Feb. 17 after significant upgrades made through a grant from the California State Library.

The library, which hasn’t been fully operational since last July, will reopen on Feb. 17 after significant upgrades made through a grant from the California State Library.

Recording contradicts lead Shasta attorney’s claim about election official’s remarks on county property – Shasta Scout This week, county supervisors discussed whether Shasta election official Clint Curtis might have violated county policy by making campaign-related statements on county property. The county’s attorney ...

This week, county supervisors discussed whether Shasta election official Clint Curtis might have violated county policy by making campaign-related statements on county property. The county’s attorney said he had reviewed a single comment. A recording of the event illuminates many similar statements.

Shasta election official Clint Curtis presents to Riverside County board – Shasta Scout Curtis attended a board meeting in Riverside this week where he claimed that he’s eliminated fights over elections. His presentation occurred the same day that the Shasta board discussed allegations b...

Curtis attended a board meeting in Riverside this week where he claimed that he’s eliminated fights over elections. His presentation occurred the same day that the Shasta board discussed allegations by the public that Curtis misused public resources.

Shasta and Lassen Counties face ‘dire’ health care access challenges, according to new report – Shasta Scout The report, published by the California Health Care Foundation, highlighted the region’s physician shortages, high rates of mortality and recent federal cuts that impact rural health care systems. It ...

The report, published by the California Health Care Foundation, highlighted the region’s physician shortages, high rates of mortality and recent federal cuts that impact rural health care systems. It also said that political tensions are impacting Shasta’s health care.

Football coach Greg Grandell on new hire list for West Valley – Shasta Scout Former West Valley football coach Greg Grandell resigned six years ago amid allegations of hazing between players. He firmly denied any knowledge of the situation. A lawsuit against the district and G...

Former West Valley football coach Greg Grandell resigned six years ago amid allegations of hazing between players. He firmly denied any knowledge of the situation. A lawsuit against the district and Grandell resulted in a settlement.

State officials announce measles outbreak in Shasta County, with eight cases now confirmed – Shasta Scout Shasta has the most reported cases of measles out of any county in the state, the California Department of Public Health said yesterday. The county, which announced an initial measles case on Jan. 31,...

Shasta has the most reported cases of measles out of any county in the state, the California Department of Public Health said yesterday. The county, which announced an initial measles case on Jan. 31, has not yet released an announcement about the new cases.