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The Sum Up: Friday,‌ Feb.‌ 20,‌ 2026
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We had four stories publish yesterday. The first was about a new measles case in Shasta. Find that story here. And please note that we also have a new measles info page up on our site. It's accessible under the deep dives tab on our main header.  


Annelise Pierce

Director, Managing Editor

Shasta Scout

Latest News

Nurses demonstrate outside Shasta Regional Medical Center, claiming poor working conditions

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.

02/19/2026

Supervisors will discuss legal petition filed over election ballot initiative

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.

02/19/2026

Bethel Church places leader Ben Armstrong on administrative leave after allegations of sexual abuse and grooming from former students

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

02/19/2026

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Raptor Night!

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Redding Certified Farmer’s Market

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Saturday “Farmers Market” River Park

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NorCal OUTReach Project Potluck

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There is No Planet B Book Club

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