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Full gallery »Junior Eagles win State Championship

  • Family and friends drove down to River Valley to supports the Junior Eagle Midgets team, who played the River Valley Falcons on Saturday, Nov. 14. The Eagles would go on to beat the Falcons 16-14 to win the State Championship.
  • A Junior Eagle Midget player going for a Falcon receiver during a kick return. The Junior Eagles played the River Valley Falcons on Saturday, Nov. 14 in River Valley. The Eagles went on to capture the win 16-14 and the State Championship.
  • The Junior Eagle Midget team and coaching staff pose for a picture after winning the State Championship against the River Valley Falcons 16-14. The team travel to River Valley on Saturday, Nov. 14, to play in the game.


Full gallery »Photo Gallery: November 18, 2009

  • SADDLE UP: Richard and Kim Schjoth of Redding roll a Yamaha motorcycle in to Rick Mayer’s shop in Happy Valley. The business, Rick Mayer Cycle, reshapes motorcycle seats to fit the riders
  • DON WALTON
  • THEY CALL IT THE FLIP: Andrew Berry of Weaverville putting the ball back into play with his famous flip throw during the ivision IV District Cup tournament in Anderson, Nov. 14. After winning their first game 8-3 against Palo Cedro, the U16 Anderson Scorchers tied their second game 5-5 against Lassen, and went on to place second in the tournament. On Nov. 21 at 4:30 p.m., the Annual General Meeting for the Anderson Youth Soccer League will be held at the Scout Hall in Anderson River Park, to discuss many changes in the league. Please attend if you have players in the league.
  • JUNIOR CUBS CHEERLEADERS: Back row:(left to right) Myriah Balderrama, Junior Coach Chelsea Chatin, Victoria Nix, Assistant Coach Lisa Buirris, Sierra Thomas, Jamie Sieglock, Head Coach Dusty Hubert, Maddison Lammers. Middle Row: Rebecca Brooks, Mariah Santone, Tracy Hanner, Alexus Fain, Katelynn Denison, Megan Hubert, Kristina Nix, Kamie Dunne, Rachel Ryan. Front Row: Yolanda Sundberg, Aislinn Queen, Kylie Hunt, Kennedy Berlik, Antonia Portillo, Breanna Buckley, Taylor Wilson.
  • RIDING AND ROPING: Kacey Dunham of Cottonwood makes her run in the girls breakaway event for the Wrangler Junior High School Rodeo held in Redding. Dunham placed 9th in the event with a time of 18.961 seconds.


Full gallery »What's Your Opinion: November 18, 2009

  • Donny Richardson, Cottonwood: 'I think they are doing a good job with discipline. Most of the kids are doing a good job in general, but they are teenagers.'
  • Tom Day, Cottonwood: 'It should be up to the coach before the start of the season with a strict policy. If you get caught drinking, you are off the team.'
  • Bob Dunlap Jr., Cottonwood: 'I think it is the parents that should hold their kids accountable and to deal with their punishment. There is an adult that needs to be held accountable for the incident at some point.'
  • Sarah Crumpton, Cottonwood: 'Schools and parents should both be responsible for the athletes discipline.'
  • Bill Wilson, Cottonwood: 'Discipline is not in the hands of the schools, The parents should be held responsible for discipline.'
  • Stephanie Bethel, Anderson: 'If kids are caught partying, they should not be able to play.'

With high school athletes currently competing in sports, going to parties and school officials finding out about it after the incident, do you think discipline at school is being taken care of by school authorities properly or being ignored by them?



Full gallery »Bikers deliver toys to Salvation Army



Full gallery »What's Your Opinion: November 11, 2009

  • John Noland: 'Veterans day is a good day that allows everyone to honor those that have fought in wars. It is the right thing to do. We have a day of remembrance. I think about those that have served and seen the sides of war that are not so nice and those that have not come home.'
  • Chad Hayes: 'Veterans day means a lot to me. My father is a veteran. He has taught me some about the wars. It means a lot to me because they put their life on the line for our country. I don't have many stories to share, but my father was a paratrooper.'
  • Kilee Forbes: 'Veterans day has been a huge part of my life. My mom tells me stories about growing up on an army base. It gives me a chance to say 'I know these people and they did something great for our country.'
  • Bryan Barnes: 'Both of my grandparents served in the military. It is good to honor them for their sacrifice and others that have served our country.'
  • John Frese: 'Veteran's day is a day for remembrance and a time to honor and cherish our veterans for what they have done for our country.'
  • Jeff Stone: 'It is hard to put it into words. I have many veterans in my family and it is hard to know how to say thank you. Veterans day is a way for everyone to say thank you.'

What does Veteran's Day mean to you?



Full gallery »Photo Gallery: November 11, 2009

  • CORY COX
  • GOLF FOR PETS: The Women’s Golf Club of Tierra Oaks recently presented a $2,400 check to Haven Humane Society, part of the $7,200 raised for three animal organizations at a recent golf tournament “Golfing on the Wild Side.” From the left, Karen Collins, club member and Haven volunteer groomer; Pam Storey, tournament chairman; Dr. Ray John, Haven Humane CEO; and Cherie Flowers, tournament co-chair.
  • NEW OFFICER: Anderson Police Department’s newest police officer, Tyler Finch, previously worked for Susanville Police Department and Shasta County Sheriff’s Office.
  • TANNENBAUM FALLS DOWN: Anderson Fire Protection District and volunteers arranged for the felling of Anderson’s Christmas Tree for the 93rd year in a row on Sunday. This year’s selected white fir reaches 86 feet.
  • SOUP AND FUNDRAISER: By helping to raise $15,818 for the Cottonwood Community Library, Paul Walther won the honorary title of mayor of Cottonwood, Mary O’Keeffe announced at the Soup Kitchen Fundraiser on Saturday at the Cottonwood Community Center. Vic Woolery came in second place, raising $3,702 for Cottonwood Enrichment Council. Here, Terry and Mari Applegate, at right, eat soup donated by various Cottonwood restaurants. Mari Applegate works as a literacy tutor at the library.
  • SETTING THE BALL: One of Anderson’s players sets the ball up for her teammate to hit it. Anderson hosted Lassen Nov. 3 in their final home game of the season and beat the Grizzlies 3-2. Anderson finished their season 1-9 in the NAL and 6-18 overall.


Full gallery »West Valley hosts Yreka


West Valley hosted Yreka on Nov. 6 for their finally game of the season. The Eagles went on beat the Miners 44-0.



Full gallery »What's Your Opinion: November 4, 2009

  • Lori Tracy, Cottonwood: 'No, you don’t start seeing Halloween items in stores except for about two weeks before. But, you see Christmas items four to five months in advance.'
  • Betty O’Connell, Cottonwood: 'Yes, decorations and candy are sold two to three months ahead of time in stores. It is nice that parents are having parties for kids so that they are not out on the streets.'
  • Anita Martinez, Cottonwood: 'No, I don’t. I hope that it never goes away because the kids enjoy it. It is nice to have holiday items out for kids to look at, as long as they don’t go overboard.'
  • Becky Lewis, Cottonwood: 'Yes, it is over commercialized. It used to be for families. Now, people feel that they need to have the most expensive costume.'
  • Maria Drake, Redding: 'Yes, it is getting out of hand with kids dressing up gore-ishly and it is not a good thing for the kids. Costume prices are too high.'
  • Leonard Hertz, Anderson: 'Yes it is because it is so expensive to buy a mask. I just spent $30 at a specialty store. You can’t buy them at Wal-Mart where it is less expensive.'

<strong>With all the Halloween decorations up in residents yards, do you feel that the holiday is over commercialized?<strong> Asked in Anderson by Tracye Dethero, Contributing Writer



Full gallery »Valley Bowl 2009

  • Moving Forward: Running back Derek Serna catches a pass from Levi Cox and runs up the field. Teammate Dan Jordan an offensive tight end blocked for Serna on the play. West Valley lost to Central Valley 44-34 Friday night.
  • Going the Distance: Eagle's receiver Ronny Hampton takes the ball up the field trying to avoid Falcon players, while teammates block for him up field.
  • Jake Gibbins breaks away from the pack to run the ball in for a touchdown during Friday's game at Central Valley. The Eagles played a tough game, but were unable to catch up the the Falcons; they lost the Valley Bowl 44-34.
  • The West Valley cheerleaders perform at half time for their crowd on Friday during the Valley Bowl.
  • The Eagles cheer squad performs for the crowd on Friday during the Valley Bowl.
  • West Valley cheerleaders perform for the crowd at half time on Friday during the Valley Bowl.

The Eagles traveled to the Falcons home for the Valley Bowl, while both sides played tough football, Central Valley came out the victor 44-34. This is only the second time the Falcons have won the Valley Bowl.



Full gallery »Halloween at PreEmploy.com


SPOOKY ON THE CLOCK: Employees of PreEmploy.com in Anderson dressed up on Friday for Halloween.



Full gallery »Eagles volleyball hosts the Cubs


West Valley hosted Anderson on October 27. The Eagles swet all three matches against the Cubs, 25-21, 25-17, 25-11.



Full gallery »Eagles host Grizzles

  • THE BALL CARRIER: Quarterback Levi Cox watches his running back Derek Serna run with the ball near the 40 yard line as players from Lassen attempt to catch up to him and take him down before he scores a touch down for the Eagles.
  • Room to run: Jake Gibbons of West Valley takes a chance with an open field running for the ball as Ronny Hampton protects him against oncoming players from Lassen, Friday night at the 'Pasture.'
  • After finding a hole and running the ball up the field, Jake Gibbins is finally taken down by one of Lassen's players on Friday's game at home. The Eagles would go on to play tough, but ultimately lose the game 28-23.
  • Forward momentum: Eagle's offensive guard Kobbie Harper helps block for the unseen Jake Gibbins, while teammates look on.
  • West Valley's offensive line holds back Lassen's defense to give quarterback Levi Cox time to find a receiver.

West Valley hosted Lassen on Friday, Oct. 23. Both teams played tough football, but the Grizzlies were able to hold off the attacking Eagles to win the game 28-23.



Full gallery »What's Your Opinion: October 28, 2009

  • Alex Williams: 'I like Christmas. We fly to Southern California to see my grandma.'
  • Breanna Lendsing: 'Fourth of July. I enjoy the fireworks. We go to the fairgrounds to see them.'
  • Alfredo Lopez: 'Christmas. I am going to Mexico to celebrate with my grandparents.'
  • Efren Sandoval: 'Easter, I like the chocolate bunnies and hunting for eggs.'
  • Valen Shelby: 'Halloween, you are able to dress up and get candy.'
  • Ebony Hewitt: 'I like Christmas. I like to decorate. It is lots of fun and we get presents.'

What is your favorite holiday and why?



Full gallery »Photo Gallery: October 28, 2009

  • TO REMEMBER: This large granite monument memorializing veterans of the Korean War will be erected at Northern California Veterans Cemetery in Igo.
  • FULTON DOTY
  • NANCY VEATCH
  • LAURA WALKER
  • IT STILL FITS -- Anderson Union High School alumnus Vickie (Romero) Adkisson receives the 1966 class ring she lost in October of 1965 from Cottonwood's U.S. Postmaster Beverly Fickes, whose father Walter Hicks found the ring 15 years ago while metal detecting on the Red Bluff High School athletic field where a set of visitor bleachers was being replaced. The initials 'V' and 'R' led Fickes to eventually discover and track down Gib and Vickie Adkisson in Clovis, Calif., near Fresno. The return of the ring ceremony, held 44 years later, took place Oct. 23, 2009, on the campus of Anderson Union High School, which recently celebrated its centennial.
  • HALL OF FAME: Daniel Imlach stands next to fellow inductee Sephora Scoubes on Saturday night at Shasta College, while Gary Houser, the athletic director, spoke of Imlach’s achievements not only at Shasta College, but also at Sacramento State.


Full gallery »Anderson hosts Central Valley

  • HOLD THE LINE: The Cubs offensive line holds against the Falcons defense during Friday’s game at Bob Reid Stadium. Quarterback Casey Meyers was getting ready to hand the ball off to senior running back Drew Diprima.
  • Anderson's cheerleaders performing for the crowd at home. The Cubs played host to the Falcons Friday, Oct. 23. Anderson went on to win the game 22-18.
  • Anderson's cheerleaders performing for the crowd at home. The Cubs played host to the Falcons Friday, Oct. 23. Anderson went on to win the game 22-18.
  • Anderson's defense puts pressure on Central Valley's quarterback and causes a fumble. The Falcons did recover, but went on to lose the game to the Cubs, 22-18.
  • Anderson's defense stopping a run play by Central Valley. The Cubs hosted the Falcons Friday, Oct. 23 and was successful in stopping the Falcons in key moments. The Cubs went on to defeat the Falcons, 22-18.

The Anderson Cubs hosted the Central Valley Falcons on Friday, Oct. 23. Anderson defeated the Falcons 22-18.



Full gallery »Stand Down assists veterans

  • Volunteers and needy veterans meet informally during Stand Down, an annual event to provide services and emergency assistance to homeless and unemployed veterans. The volunteers' efforts were hampered this year by the theft of $26,000 worth of blankets, cots, coats and other items intended for the nearly 300 veterans who show up during the three-day event.
  • SEEKING A COAT: Homeless veteran Richard Zinser, 70, who served in the Army from 1966 to 1967, attended the Stand Down seeking a warm coat.
  • RESPITE: Robert Brigeman, 58, attended the Stand Down at the Shasta District Fair grounds for the fellowship of other veterans and for three days of shelter and food.

Despite a burglary that resulted in the loss of $26,000 worth of cots, coats and blankets intended for homeless and destitute veterans, volunteers made do with donations from individuals and groups during a three-day Stand Down at the Shasta District Fair grounds in Anderson.



Full gallery »Dry no more . . . The Vineyards gets water

  • ITS A GUSHER -- Phil Valdez, 52, a supervisor with the City of Anderson's Public Works Department, tests the pressure and volume of water available for firefighting in an undeveloped portion of The Vineyards subdivision.
  • Plasterers finish up one of 10 houses left unfinished when The Vineyards was discovered to have inadequate water supply to fight fires or flush toilets. A construction well that had supplied a trickle of water to the subdivision has been replaced recently with a pumping substation and a direct tie-in to the City of Anderson's water treatment plant.
  • Anderson Public Works Director Jeff Kiser inspects a pump station pressure guage following fireflow tests in The Vineyards subdivision last week. Adequate water supplies in the subdivision mean construction and sales of homes can resume as soon as market conditions allow.
  • More houses await completion in The Vineyards now that an adequate water supply has been connected to the subdivision's network of pipes that had previously been supplied, albeit inadequately, from a construction well.

Completion of a $1 million pumping substation last week will allow construction and sales of houses to continue at The Vineyards subdivision southwest of Anderson.



Full gallery »Return of the Salmon Festival

  • During the Return of the Salmon Festival, booths from various wildlife and natural resource agencies, both state and federal, line walkways near the Coleman National Fish Hatchery's rearing ponds. In the background are the actual hatchery buildings where nearly 12 million salmon are incubated until the young smolt hatch. They are moved from small to ever larger holding tanks inside the buildings until they reach a size where they can reasonably survive outdoor temperatures in the rearing tanks.
  • Coleman National Fish Hatchery feeding ponds are always a popular draw for visitors during the 'Return of the Salmon Festival.' The ponds hold various sized immature salmon that are protected from natural predators until they are large enough to survive most of the dangers of Battle Creek and the Sacramento River. As they mature, they are released into the creek to begin their journey to the Pacific Ocean, where they will swim, feed and grow for three to seven years before returning to the hatchery where the milt and roe are harvested for another generation.
  • A Shasta Wildlife Rescue volunteer holds a kestral, the smallest day-feeding raptor common to much of North America. Some kestrals migrate long distances each year, ranging from the Alaskan tundra to South America, and back.
  • Life Cycle Croquet teaches youngsters as well as parents about the life cycle of salmon -- from the dangers young smolt face from other fish, wildlife and irrigation pumps as they swim downstream to the Pacific Ocean -- to the open ocean dangers and then the many obstacles the fish face as mature adults ready to spawn and their long trip upstream to the native water in which they hatched.
  • A Coleman National Fish Hatchery worker holds a typical adult salmon up for viewers. The largest salmon on the cart weighed 85 pounds, about as much as some of the young children who were touring the hatchery with their parents during the 19th annual Return of the Salmon Festival held Oct. 17.

Typical scenes from the 19th annual Return of the Salmon Festival, held Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Coleman National Fish Hatchery on Battle Creek, east of Anderson and Cottonwood.



Full gallery »South County Showdown 2009

  • West Valley football players huddle around each other in a pre-game ritual. The Eagles played the Cubs at Anderson on Friday, Oct. 16.
  • Anderson football players try to get 'pumped' before the game against West Valley on Friday, Oct. 16.
  • West Valley players raise their arms towards the end of the National Anthem at the game on Friday, Oct. 16 against the Cubs.
  • Cub players lined up for the National Anthem on Friday, Oct. 16 before the game against West Valley.
  • West Valley's quarterback Levi Cox makes it into the end zone on Friday's game against Anderson. The Eagles defeated the Cubs 20-10.
  • Anderson's quarterback Joe Foster tries to run out of the collapsing pocket to gain yards, but was met with a host of Eagles.

Anderson High School hosted the West Valley Eagles on Friday, October 16 in the South County Showdown. West Valley went on to win the game 20-10.



Full gallery »What's Your Opinion: October 21, 2009

  • Sandy Winters, Happy Valley: 'I am a member of the Shasta Historical Society. History needs to be depicted accurately. These guys do a great job and go all out to teach it properly.'
  • Marilyn McGinty Cropper, Happy Valley: 'The kids need to learn about our history and what our forefathers did to get the kids to where they are today.'
  • Don Winters, Happy Valley: 'The kids need to know where their roots are from. If they throw rocks from one side, they may be throwing them at their kin folks.'
  • Loraine Tenny, Happy Valley: 'It brings the Civil War to life so it is more real for the kids. They are able to see how the people had to dress and what they went through on a daily basis.'
  • Cindy Hogue, Happy Valley: 'For them to experience history from a different perspective.'
  • Gail Cassleman, Happy Valley: 'The fact that our kids studying U.S. History are able to see it 'first hand' through the re-enactors.'

What do you feel is most important about school children being able to experience the Civil War Re-Enactment?




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