David Benda
Business Reporter at Record Searchlight
Columnist at Record Searchlight
Biz reporter for Record Searchlight since 2000; Buzz on the Street column; Pittsburgh Pirates fan; California native. Retweets not necessarily an endorsement.
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1 week ago |
redding.com | David Benda
David BendaRedding Record SearchlightMenne said average participation rate for round-up style campaigns ranges between 40% and 70%. Customers will have the option to round up the amount on their utility bill to the nearest dollar, or they can make a direct donation on a one-time or monthly basis. Looking for ways to help pay for maintenance and development of its many parks and recreation programs, the city of Redding will give residents the option to donate through their monthly utility bills.
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2 weeks ago |
eu.mtshastanews.com | David Benda
A wildfire near the city of Mount Shasta prompted evacuation warnings Monday night before crews were able to stop forward progress. The Spring Fire burned 12 acres as of Tuesday morning, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. The wildfire was reported around 9 p.m. near Spring Hill Drive just north of Mount Shasta. The fire burned in a mix of timber and brush, Cal Fire said. At one point, the fire threatened 174 structures.
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2 weeks ago |
redding.com | David Benda |Jessica Skropanic
A wildfire near the city of Mount Shasta prompted evacuation warnings Monday night before crews were able to stop forward progress. The Spring Fire burned 12 acres as of Tuesday morning, and has not spread further since, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Later Tuesday morning, authorities announced they are looking for a man who might be associated with the Spring Fire, whose cause is under investigation.
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3 weeks ago |
redding.com | David Benda
David BendaAsphalt Cowboy Justin Maier makes sure the lines are flowing smoothly at the Friday, May 16, 2025, pancake breakfastDavid Benda/Record SearchlightScenes from the Friday, May 16, 2025, Asphalt Cowboys' pancake breakfast in downtown ReddingDavid Benda/Record SearchlightThe Asphalt Cowboys rally people to get some pancakes during the Friday, May 16, 2025, pancake breakfast in downtown Redding.
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3 weeks ago |
yahoo.com | David Benda
Two teenagers were arrested Sunday after an investigation revealed they were planning an attack on a Cottonwood middle school, the Tehama County Sheriff’s Office said. Investigators said details about the attack emerged from an online gaming conversation that a Tennessee resident had with one of the teenagers and was relayed to authorities. The resident became concerned when the teen started talking about school violence.
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