Annelise Pierce

California, Redding, United States

Managing Editor and Community Reporter at Shasta Scout

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Years of Uncertainty Come to an End as Redding Council Grants Long-Term Lease to Redding Rodeo Association – Shasta Scout

1 week ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... “Can I get a… Yehoooo!” Redding Mayor Jack Munns called out, wearing a cowboy as he tried to lead the Council with a festive tone during last night’s vote on a long-term lease of riverfront land to the Redding Rodeo. His mispronunciation of the phrase “Yeehaw!” prompted widespread laughter across the chamber.
Angered over Selection of Inexperienced Election Official, Protesters Target Private Business of Shasta Supervisor – Shasta Scout

1 week ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... For three out of the last four days, a group of 25-50 protesters have gathered outside the private business of Shasta County Board Chair Kevin Crye. Organizers plan to demonstrate every day through May 12. They’re angry about Crye’s decision to support his Board’s selection of Clint Curtis, a former computer programmer and Florida-based attorney, as the county’s top elections official.
Clint Curtis, an Outspoken Opponent of the Use of Voting Machines, Has been Selected as Shasta County's Next Top Elections Official – Shasta Scout

2 weeks ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... After hours of public interviews yesterday afternoon, April 30, Shasta County’s Board has selected a new Registrar of Voters. Clint Curtis is a Florida-based attorney with no ties to Shasta County and no experience running elections. He’s also an outspoken opponent of the use of voting machines who highlighted his connection to MyPillow CEO and election conspiracy theorist Mike Lindell during his interview.
Last Year, Board Interviews of Top Election Candidates Included Questions about Compromise, Trust and “Tearing Down the Wall” – Shasta Scout

2 weeks ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Shasta County Assistant Registrar of Voters (ROV) Joanna Francescut is among five candidates who will interview for the county’s top election job tomorrow, April 30. Many members of the public have voiced their support for Francescut, calling her by far the most qualified for the role. She has sixteen years of experience in the local elections office, which includes having worked every staffing position.
Five Candidates are Vying for Shasta's Top Elections Job. Here's What You Need to Know. – Shasta Scout

3 weeks ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... On Wednesday, April 30, at 11 a.m., County Supervisors will hold a series of public interviews for a highly contested role: Registrar of Voters (ROV). The position is typically determined by an election. But for the second time in a year, County Board members will fill the position by appointment instead. They’re replacing ROV Tom Toller, who is stepping down for health reasons after being appointed last July.
Shasta County’s Health and Human Services Director Laura Burch is Retiring – Shasta Scout

3 weeks ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... On Thursday, April 17, Shasta County announced the pending retirement of Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) Director Laura Burch, effective August 1. Burch has worked for the County for nearly a decade and for other government programs for another 10, according to the press release. Since 2022, Burch has served as the head of the County’s largest department, HHSA, managing a budget of more than $300 million and a staff of about 1,000.
Nance and Ryan Selected for Redding Planning Commission but only after Strong Statements from Two Council members – Shasta Scout

4 weeks ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... On Tuesday, April 15, Council member Erin Resner issued a “call to action” saying she would support Redding Mayor Jack Munns’ appointees for the Planning Commission but wished more people had submitted applications for the role. “If you care about the direction of our city,” Resner said, phoning in from a remote location, “If you’ve ever thought about serving, now is the time. Please consider applying for a board or commission.
Shasta HHSA Has Hired a New CFO. She will Replace the County’s First, Who Lasted Only Two Months. – Shasta Scout

1 month ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... This month, Shasta County’s Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) welcomed a new employee. Vicki Thompson was hired to lead HHSA’s financial team as the Agency’s new Chief Fiscal Officer (CFO). She holds a masters degree in economic development and a bachelor’s degree in international business management.
Redding Planning Commissioners Hatch and Greene May Continue in Current Roles Unless Replaced by a Majority Vote, City Attorney Says – Shasta Scout

1 month ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... During the City Council’s heated debate last week, Council member Tenessa Audette double-checked whether, if the Council failed to appoint new Planning Commissioners, the two open seats would remain empty, reducing the size of the Commission from seven to five. “So for a point of clarification if we don’t agree, there’s just a vacancy,” Audette said, turning to ask City Manager Barry Tippin before a vote on the topic during the last meeting.
More than 1,000 Join Shasta County’s "Hands Off" Protest Against Trump, Musk – Shasta Scout

1 month ago | shastascout.org | Annelise Pierce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... A harmonious, almost jubilant tone carried the day on April 5 as more than 1,000 community members rallied in downtown Redding to show their opposition to the policies of President Donald Trump. The protest was one of at least 1,200 “Hands Off” protests held across the United States. Friends greeted friends, coworkers mingled, and faith families caught up as they joined in protest against the policies of the new federal administration.

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Annelise Pierce

Articles

Years of Uncertainty Come to an End as Redding Council Grants Long-Term Lease to Redding Rodeo Association – Shasta Scout

Angered over Selection of Inexperienced Election Official, Protesters Target Private Business of Shasta Supervisor – Shasta Scout

Clint Curtis, an Outspoken Opponent of the Use of Voting Machines, Has been Selected as Shasta County's Next Top Elections Official – Shasta Scout

Last Year, Board Interviews of Top Election Candidates Included Questions about Compromise, Trust and “Tearing Down the Wall” – Shasta Scout

Five Candidates are Vying for Shasta's Top Elections Job. Here's What You Need to Know. – Shasta Scout

Shasta County’s Health and Human Services Director Laura Burch is Retiring – Shasta Scout

Nance and Ryan Selected for Redding Planning Commission but only after Strong Statements from Two Council members – Shasta Scout

Shasta HHSA Has Hired a New CFO. She will Replace the County’s First, Who Lasted Only Two Months. – Shasta Scout

Redding Planning Commissioners Hatch and Greene May Continue in Current Roles Unless Replaced by a Majority Vote, City Attorney Says – Shasta Scout

More than 1,000 Join Shasta County’s "Hands Off" Protest Against Trump, Musk – Shasta Scout

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