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Carl Bott teamed up with co-host Ted Lidie on this morning’s show to explore what’s new and noteworthy in Redding. The first hour welcomed representatives from Haven Humane, who shared exciting news about their latest initiatives and ways to support animal welfare. In the second hour, Carl and Ted went all-in on “Anything Redding,” a relaxed yet informative segment highlighting local culture, current issues, and a few laughs along the way.
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Honorable Stephanie A. Bridgett
On this morning’s broadcast, Carl Bott kicked things off with updates on what’s new in Redding—from upcoming local events to community developments. Later in the show, he welcomed the Honorable Stephanie A. Bridgett, Shasta County District Attorney, for an in-depth discussion on criminal justice efforts, current challenges in the court system, and how her office is working to keep Shasta County safe.
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On today’s broadcast, Carl and Linda Bott covered everything from community events to meaningful remembrances. Carl took a moment to honor Memorial Day, reflecting on the sacrifices made by service members and promoting local services being held in their memory. The show then shifted focus to our four-legged friends as Mark Storrey of Haven Humane Society stopped by to talk about Adopt-a-Pet Day coming up on June 7th. He also encouraged listeners to take advantage of their low-cost vaccine clinics, helping Redding’s pets stay healthy and protected.
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This morning, Carl and Ted hosted Debbi Johnson, President of the Shasta County Veterans Affiliated Council, to discuss Memorial Day weekend events in Shasta County. A Veterans Memorial Service to honor fallen service member featuring speeches, wreath-laying, and a moment of silence. Other community events, such as parades or flag-raising ceremonies, may be organized by local groups like the VFW or American Legion. For exact details, contact the Shasta County Veterans Affiliated Council or check local news closer to May 26, 2025. Separately, Chad Bianco was on in the second segment. Bianco was elected Sheriff, Coroner, and Public Administrator of Riverside County on November 6, 2018, and re-elected in June 2022 for his second term. A 30-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office, he serves as Riverside County’s Chief Law Enforcement Officer. Bianco is also running for Governor of California.
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This morning on the Carl Bott Show, listeners were treated to a mix of community celebration, scientific hope, and heartfelt remembrance. Sarah Beer and Steve Westaby opened the hour with a preview of Happy Valley’s beloved 84th Annual Strawberry Festival, a family favorite filled with food, fun, and local flair. Later, Arthur, Cheryl, and Vanessa Moore discussed groundbreaking stem cell research and the mission behind their upcoming fundraising event. The final segment featured Chuck Kenny from Shasta Gas Propane and Troy Payne, who honored Memorial Day by recounting emotional recovery missions in Vietnam and paying tribute to fallen heroes.
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Lieutenant Dillon Scoma from the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office
Carl and Linda Bott kicked off this morning’s show with the latest updates and happenings around Redding. In the second hour, they welcomed Lieutenant Dillon Scoma from the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office, who shared insights on public safety, recent department updates, and the ongoing efforts to keep the community safe and informed.
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Carl and Linda Bott kicked off this morning’s show with the latest updates from around Redding. In the first segment, they spoke with Kevin Knapp of the Northern California Veterans Historical Association, who shared powerful stories about preserving local veteran history and upcoming community events honoring our heroes. Later, Maria Orozco Glen Hayward from Redding Rancheria joined the conversation to discuss cultural preservation, community outreach, and their latest initiatives to support Native voices and wellness in the North State.
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This morning Carl gave local national and global news updates. In the second segment, Carl spoke with Susan Wilson is the Executive Director of Youth Options Shasta (previously known as Youth Violence Prevention Council). She is a founding member of the Strengthening Families Collaborative. Locally she works to build strong families by providing training in a variety of curricula, including Strengthening Families. She also brought along with her Myriam Kalmogho of United Way to talk about the upcoming taste of Africa event. They were also joined by Marilyn Traugott of One Future at A Time.
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