The Ridge continues to regrow after the devastation of the 2018 Camp Fire. A crucial element of restoring community services as well as lost structures is the rebuild of Paradise […]
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Happy Lunar New Year 2026 the Year of the Horse
The Year of the Horse in the Chinese Zodiac begins Feb. 17, 2026, and this year is the year of the Fire Horse, bringing energy, freedom and transformation until Feb. […]
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Happy Lunar New Year! As we ease into 2026, many of us are considering how best to be happy and healthy this year. Simple strategies like getting out for a […]
Masking AND Cognitive Fatigue: Why After-School Meltdowns Happen
If your child seems to hold it together all day at school only to fall apart the moment they walk through the door, you’re not alone. Many parents of neurodivergent […]
Lori Woodward: Reaching Students through a Growth Mindset
The mission of our be the change column is to feature community members from the North State who are actively making a difference in community life. If you would like […]
NURTURING YOUTH AND HORSES WITH MORRIS HOOF CARE
“Before you can shoe a horse, you must understand the horse,” Justin Morris says. “It’s the same with youth – before you build a relationship, you must get to know […]
TAG! This is it! How Local Libraries are Reading the Room on the Needs of the North State’s Youth
A love of community, learning and literature must be nurtured in encouraging environments to really thrive. And that is what lives at the heart of the TAG (Teen Advisory Group) […]
New Lodge Welcomes Guests at Far Northern California’s only Cross-Country Ski Area
On the slopes of Mount Shasta – rising 14,162 feet into Far Northern California’s crisp alpine air – families have been enjoying world-class, meticulously groomed trails, peaceful mountain vibes and […]
Redding School of the Arts: Encouraging Creativity & Challenging Experiences
Redding School of the Arts (RSA) is a place where creativity thrives through its robust K-12 music and art programs. Over the years, the school has produced numerous successful shows […]
How Music Therapy Helps Teens with Disabilities Manage Stress and Emotion
For many teens, music is a lifeline. It sets the tone for their day, helps them process big feelings and provides a sense of identity and belonging. For teens with […]
LETTING GO without LOSING SLEEP: Finding the Right Balance of Teen Independence
Parenting teens today feels quite different from a generation ago. On one hand, we’re encouraged to raise confident, self-reliant young adults. On the other, we’re bombarded by headlines, social media […]
Growing Up on the Ridge after the Camp Fire
When the 2018 Camp Fire swept through the town of Paradise and across the Ridge, it reshaped the lives of thousands. Families returned to neighborhoods that were forever changed, schools […]
Be the Change: DANNY MUÑOZ
“There’s a little monkey,” says Danny Muñoz, looking into the eager little faces at Gerber Elementary School. “He’s a dreamer. He wants to be a DJ, but he is very […]
