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A GIANT congratulations to our YEAR 9 Tag-A-Teacher winner, Brynn Soulliere—a dynamite 2nd-grade teacher at Red Bluff - Sacred Heart Parish School! ❤️💰

The official $500 CLASSROOM CASH check handoff from Lesa Harris - CrossCountry Mortgage, Stephanie McKenzie-CrossCountry Mortgage, and Dolling Insurance is in the books, and Courtny at Bud's Jolly Kone will be rolling in soon with an epic milkshake party for Brynn's class. 🍦🙌

And once again, a sincere THANK YOU to all of our local educators. The heart, passion, and endless work you pour into our kiddos do not go unnoticed. We appreciate you!

That's a wrap on Year 9, friends. Thanks for your heartfelt nominations! See you next September for the BIG one . . . YEAR 10! 🎉🍎

🍺🥨 HOLY SCHNITZEL! BINGO TICKETS ARE ON SALE! 🥨🍺

Dust off those lederhosen, squeeze into your dirndl, and get ready to PROST with the MOST! NOT CHO' GRANDMA'S BINGO is going full OKTOBERFEST!

We're talking bier, brats, BIG laughs, questionable German accents, and $1,000 IN VISA CASH CARDS! 💰 The best part? ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HOPE CHEST!

🍺 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8TH
🥨 WHERE: Enjoy Local | Downtown Red Bluff
🍻 SOCIAL HOUR: 5 PM
👏 BINGO: 6 PM
🎟️ TICKETS: $10 per seat | 21+ ONLY

ACHTUNG, FRIENDS! These seats disappear faster than free b**r at Oktoberfest.

Grab your crew, ready that traditional Bavarian outfit, practice your PROST, and prepare for a night of absolutely WUNDERBAR shenanigans for a great cause! LET'S GET THIS BIER PARTY STARTED! 🍻

BINGO SPONSORS: Golden Valley Bank, SIP Coffee Bar, Bud's Jolly Kone, Tehama Floral Company, Zelma's Awards, Enjoy Local, and your pals at Dolling Insurance.

TICKETS HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/not-cho-grandmas-bingo-oktoberfest-tickets-2002231072035

Things are heating up across TEHAMA COUNTY—and there is WAY too much goodness happening to save it all for our monthly information push.

So, we’re coming at you with an occasional piece called SNAPSHOTS. Think quick little doses of LOCAL STORYTELLING designed to keep you in the know between newsletter publications.

First up? We’re heading to COTTONWOOD, where the Evergreen Union School District Foundation is dreaming BIG for Noland Park. It is a pretty special school-to-community partnership built around a space where local kids learn, play, compete, and make memories.

On that note, meet our very first SNAPSHOT: 👇

DINNER WITH A PURPOSE

Good food, a stunning ranch setting, a little friendly bidding, and one BIG goal for Evergreen students and families.

The Evergreen Union School District Foundation is bringing back its annual Noland Park Fundraiser Dinner on Saturday, September 26th, at Heart S Ranch in Cottonwood.

Guests can expect a fantastic dinner, gun raffles, over-the-top raffle baskets, and a live auction. Even better? Every bit of the fun will help breathe new life into a pretty special piece of the Evergreen community.

Located at Evergreen Middle School, Noland Park is used by students throughout the school day—but the fun doesn’t stop when the final bell rings. After hours, the District-owned park becomes a space for local families and community members to play, gather, and connect.

For the past 20 years, Noland Park has also been home to the Cottonwood Jr. Giants, creating countless memories and opportunities for local children and families. Now, the Foundation has some massive plans to help this well-loved space live up to its full potential.

The wish list includes upgraded baseball fields, a relocated and improved softball field, an updated track, additional parking, and a brand-new amphitheater. In other words, more room to play, perform, compete, and come together as a community.

“Noland Park is more than just a beautiful place for Evergreen students to learn, grow, and play—it is a gathering place for our entire community. Investing in improvements to Noland Park is an investment in the future of our community,” said Christine Flood, Evergreen Union School District Foundation President.

This marks the Foundation’s second year raising funds specifically for Noland Park, but longtime Evergreen friends may remember an earlier version of the event. Before COVID, Music and Merlot brought folks together in support of Evergreen’s music programs. The event may have a new name and a broader mission, but it still has the same community heart.

Evergreen parents, local businesses, and community friends, this one is calling your name. It is a chance to lock arms, have a little fun, and help build something pretty incredible for local kids. Evergreen students enjoy Noland Park today, but this expanded vision for its future belongs to everyone.

Doors open at 5 pm, with dinner served at 6 pm. Tickets are $50 each, or you can gather your favorite people and snag a table of eight for $800. Tickets are available at all Evergreen school offices, by scanning the QR code on the event poster (image in the photos below), or by calling 530-526-2853.

Are you ready to answer the call, Tehama County? Come hungry. Bid like you mean it. And help bring BIG plans for Noland Park to life. 🤝💚

LAST CALL, FRIENDS! 🍎✏️ We’re getting ready for our LIVE Tag-A-Teacher drawing, which means this is your LAST CHANCE to get your favorite local teachers in the running!

Haven’t nominated yet? NOW IS YOUR SHOT. 🙌

👇 Head to our original Tag-A-Teacher giveaway post on the Dolling Insurance page and drop your nomination in the comments (link below). Tag your favorite Tehama County educator and tell us what makes them so dang special!

$500 in classroom cash + an ice cream party are up for grabs, thanks to Lesa Harris - CrossCountry Mortgage, Stephanie McKenzie-CrossCountry Mortgage, Bud's Jolly Kone, and your pals at Dolling Insurance! Let’s hear those teacher names! ❤️

CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1696747132460081&set=a.504572675010872

For nearly a decade, you’ve helped us celebrate some pretty incredible local teachers, and we’re ready to do it again. Our 9TH ANNUAL TAG-A-TEACHER GIVEAWAY is officially LIVE! 🎉

We’ve teamed up once again with our fabulous friends Stephanie McKenzie-CrossCountry Mortgage, Lesa Harris - CrossCountry Mortgage, and Bud's Jolly Kone to give one deserving local teacher a pretty sweet back-to-school boost:

🍎 $500 IN CLASSROOM CASH
🍦 CLASSROOM ICE CREAM PARTY

And now, we need YOU.
✏️ TAG a deserving TK–12 teacher in the comments
✏️ Tell us what makes them so dang special
✏️ Watch for the LIVE DRAWING the week of 9/21

Teachers can be nominated more than once, and you can nominate as many teachers as you’d like. Can’t tag your favorite? Just drop their name, school, and grade level in the comments so we can get them in the running.

❤️ WHY WE KEEP DOING THIS:
Teaching ain’t an easy job. We see the long days, the extra hours, the heart you pour into your classrooms, and the way you keep showing up for our local kids day after day.

Tag-A-Teacher started as our little way to say THANK YOU, and nine years later, we still absolutely love watching this community show up for its educators. Let's make this our best one yet.

⚠️ SCAMMER REMINDER: We will NEVER ask for credit card, banking, or other sensitive information in connection with this giveaway. Please don’t click suspicious links in the comments.

HOLY BINGO, BATMAN—WHAT A NIGHT! 💥🦸‍♂️ Thursday’s Not Cho' Grandma's Bingo was one for the comic books. The capes came out, the room was packed with superheroes, and the POWER in Enjoy Local was downright contagious.

And when all the BAM! POW! BINGO! settled . . .

💥 $3,170 RAISED FOR SACRED HEART SCHOOL! 💥

Now THAT is what happens when a community uses its superpowers for good. ❤️ Dolling Insurance is incredibly proud to be part of our crazy little Bingo crew and even prouder of what happens when local businesses, sponsors, players, and supporters join forces behind a great cause.

To everyone who bought cards, donated prizes, dressed up, laughed loudly, yelled BINGO, and helped make the magic happen—YOU were the superheroes Thursday night.

No cape required. 🦸‍♀️❤️🦸‍♂️

BINGO SPONSORS: Zelma's Awards, Tehama Floral Company, SIP Coffee Bar. Golden Valley Bank, Bud's Jolly Kone, Enjoy Local, and your friends at Dolling Insurance!

Well, will you look at that? Two in a row. Team Dolling is officially on a newsletter streak. We've missed sharing the fantastic stories happening right here in our own backyard, and when good stuff like this keeps popping up, it's pretty easy to find our way back to the keyboard.

🌻 STILL BLOOMING 🌻
If there's one thing we've learned about Haley Ray over the years, it's that you shouldn't expect her to sit still for long. This community-minded entrepreneur is always dreaming, learning, listening, and finding another way to grow.

She opened Tehama Floral Company in 2017—in her early twenties, no less—starting out of her garage with flowers, a whole lot of determination, and a BIG dream. Nine years later, that little idea has grown into one of Tehama County's most recognizable local businesses.

And our girl Haley just keeps flexing those wings. Fresh flowers led to weddings and events. Then came houseplants, silk arrangements, wreaths, gifts, workshops, business décor subscriptions, and more.

One storefront quickly became two. And now? Make that THREE.

Tehama Floral Company has officially expanded into the neighboring suites at Frontier Village, and Haley's latest undertaking takes the business in a whole new direction. We're talking retail, baby. Clothing. Shoes. Purses. Jewelry. Accessories. Gifts. And because Haley has no interest in doing anything halfway, there's even a create-your-own Candle Bar.

"I've always dreamed of expanding Tehama Floral Company and bringing a boutique to this side of the river," Haley said. "Over the years, I've listened closely to what our customers wanted and have tried to grow alongside the needs of our community."

That part feels important. Because while Tehama Floral has certainly grown in square footage, inventory, and offerings over the years, the heart behind it hasn't really changed. Haley has simply continued finding new ways to take care of people.

The new boutique carries women's clothing from small through 2X, with select pieces available in 3X and 4X. Shoppers will find everything from loungewear, jogger sets, and graphic tees to dressier tops and fan-favorite Judy Blue Jeans. There are shoes, handbags, jewelry, and accessories, plus plenty of those fun little gifts you didn't know you needed until you spotted them—including nostalgic candy, paint kits, and the shop's ever-popular squishies.

But for Haley, the clothing side isn't just about filling racks. "What excites me most is helping women feel confident, comfortable, and beautiful," she said.

Personal style is exactly that—personal. Some women love relaxed and oversized, while others prefer something more fitted. Haley loves figuring out what makes each woman feel most like herself.

"There's nothing better than watching someone walk out feeling confident in what they're wearing."

And if you know Haley, that makes perfect sense. Her "why" has always been rooted in how people feel.

For nearly a decade, Tehama Floral has been invited into some of this community's biggest moments. Haley and her team have created wedding bouquets and anniversary arrangements, celebrated new babies and birthdays, delivered "thinking of you" flowers, and helped families honor loved ones during some of their hardest days. Now, they're helping you find the perfect outfit for vacation, a casual and cozy matching set, or those new favorite jeans. Different product—same heart.

Even better, the flower shop and boutique are directly connected, opening up some pretty fabulous gifting possibilities. Customers can now pair boutique goodies with floral deliveries. Gift cards also work across both spaces, and the original floral side isn't going anywhere. The team continues to deliver fresh flowers daily, create custom sympathy pieces, handle weddings and events, stock the walk-in cooler with grab-and-go arrangements, offer plants and silk creations, and host floral workshops year-round.

Haley still considers herself a florist first. "I always joke that I'm just playing boutique owner," she said.

Well, we're not buying it. Because when you zoom out, this latest expansion feels like a natural next chapter for a young entrepreneur who has never been afraid to try something new. Since that first ribbon cutting in October 2017, a whole lot has changed. The business has grown, Haley has grown, and Tehama County has been right there cheering her on. She's the first to credit that support.

"Every bouquet ordered, every class attended, every gift purchased, and every kind word has helped us continue to grow," she said. "We are truly honored to serve Tehama County, and we're excited for what's ahead."

And THAT is the kind of local business story we love to tell. A garage. A dream. Nearly a decade tucked under her belt. And an entrepreneur who keeps finding new ways to grow and bloom right here at home.

Congratulations on your next chapter, Haley. We can't wait to see what you dream up next. Tehama Floral Company and its new connected boutique are located at 645 Antelope Blvd., Suites 8, 10, and 12 in Red Bluff's Frontier Village. The boutique is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Haley and her dynamite team are also hosting a special Ribbon Cutting Celebration this Thursday (8/20).

Written by: Kelley Dolling
Client/Community Outreach & Medicare
Dolling Insurance

CATCH THE REST OF OUR NEWSLETTER HERE:
https://bit.ly/CommunityFirst_Aug2026

The BINGO-SIGNAL has officially been fired into the Tehama County sky, and your mission—should you choose to accept it—is to suit up and report to Enjoy Local for another action-packed night of NOT CHO' GRANDMA'S BINGO.

This month, we're joining forces to raise funds for SACRED HEART SCHOOL. And if anyone qualifies for superhero status, it's educators. They wrangle tiny humans, decipher questionable handwriting, survive playground duty, answer 437 questions before lunch, AND somehow still teach them stuff. No cape required. It's back-to-school season, so we're using our powers for good and helping support local education.

NOT ‘CHO GRANDMA’S BINGO
THURSDAY, AUGUST 27th // ENJOY LOCAL

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW. But don't wait for your Spidey Sense to start tingling. SNAG. THOSE. SEATS. NOT CHO' GRANDMA'S BINGO tends to disappear faster than Superman in a phone booth.

TICKETS HERE:
https://bit.ly/NotChoGMASBingo_Aug2026

BINGO SPONSORS: Bud's Jolly Kone, Tehama Floral Company, SIP Coffee Bar, Golden Valley Bank, Zelma's Awards, Enjoy Local, and your pals at Dolling Insurance.

Well . . . it's been a minute. Okay, if we're being honest, it's been quite a few minutes since our last Community First Newsletter found its way onto this page.

The past year pulled the Dollings in a few different directions as we stepped into big leadership roles with Red Bluff Rotary and the Red Bluff Elks. They were incredible experiences, but they also meant something had to give—and for a little while, this newsletter did.

Now that those seasons have come to a close, life has settled back into a more normal rhythm, and we're feeling the pull again.

The pull to tell the stories that deserve to be told.
The pull to celebrate the people quietly making a difference.
The pull to shine a light on all the good that's brewing.
So consider this the official COMMUNITY FIRST reboot.

🏐 CREATING IMPACT 🏐
If you've spent any time around youth sports in Red Bluff, chances are you've heard of Bucky's. For years, Bucky's has been about so much more than sports—it's been about building confidence, character, and community. Now, that same mission has made its way to the volleyball court with the launch of Bucky's Impact Club Volleyball, a program rooted in the belief that athletics have the power to shape lives long after the final whistle.

Serving female athletes from elementary school through high school, Bucky's Impact offers club teams, developmental programs, camps, clinics, and training opportunities for a variety of skill levels. Their primary club season takes place during the winter and spring, allowing athletes to continue developing during the sport’s school off-season. But while volleyball is what brings everyone together, the founders will tell you the game is only a fraction of the story.

Impact Club Volleyball was born from a shared passion for youth development and a desire to create more opportunities for local athletes. Co-founder Carly Martinez knows firsthand what volleyball can offer. A Red Bluff High School standout, she continued her playing career at Shasta College and Simpson University before returning to coach both Red Bluff Club Volleyball and Simpson University Volleyball. Along the way, she saw too many local athletes forced to leave the area to find higher-level club competition and continued skill development.

Co-founder Aubrie Thomas brings a different but super complementary perspective to this dynamic partnership. A lifelong multi-sport athlete, she knows firsthand how sports build confidence and character. Around Red Bluff, she's known as a rock-solid business owner, coach, and one of the community's biggest champions for young athletes. If you've ever survived one of her gym classes, you know she's equal parts encouragement, accountability, and humor (usually delivered while your legs are begging for mercy). It's that same passion she's now pouring into our next generation of athletes.

When Martinez approached Thomas with the idea of creating a local club volleyball program, the response was immediate.

"I'm all in."

That simple reaction was all it took. Bucky's Impact Volleyball was born in 2025 with a vision to provide local athletes with quality coaching, meaningful competition, and the opportunity to grow—all without leaving home. Throughout the season, athletes practice several times each week, focusing on fundamentals, position-specific training, game strategy, teamwork, communication, and overall volleyball IQ. Teams compete in local tournaments, and as the program continues to grow, opportunities to participate in larger events in places like Reno, Lake Tahoe, and Oregon are forthcoming.

But ask the founders what success looks like, and you'll quickly discover it isn't measured by tournament finishes.

"What makes us most proud isn't the medals, trophies, or tournament outcomes," Martinez said. "It's watching our athletes gain confidence, build friendships, overcome challenges, and discover what they're capable of accomplishing through hard work and dedication."

That philosophy is reflected in every practice and every conversation. Leadership, accountability, resilience, work ethic, coachability, and confidence are valued just as highly as serving, passing, and hitting. The goal is for every athlete to leave not only as a stronger volleyball player but as a stronger human.

Thomas believes those lessons extend far beyond the court. "Our 'why' comes from a shared belief in the power of sports to change lives," she said. "If we can help develop strong athletes and even stronger people, then we're accomplishing exactly what we set out to do."

At its core, Impact is about giving every athlete a chance to grow. It doesn't matter if it's your first day on the court or you've been playing for years. The expectation is the same: show up, work hard, be coachable, and keep getting better. The founders believe that's how great athletes—and great people—are made.

For young women who aren't quite ready to commit to a full club season, clinics and summer camps provide an opportunity to meet the coaches, sharpen their skills, and experience firsthand what Impact is all about.

In fact, their biggest camp of the summer is just around the corner. While the older age group has already filled, incoming third- through fifth-grade athletes still have time to jump in. The camp takes place July 21-22 at the Red Bluff High School Spartan Pavilion, where just $50 buys two jam-packed days of skills, drills, and plenty of fun. Click the link to register: https://bit.ly/ImpactCampJuly2026

Spend a few minutes around Bucky’s Impact Club Volleyball, and their mission becomes pretty easy to spot. Martinez and Thomas aren't looking for perfect athletes. They're looking for kids who hustle, stay coachable, encourage their teammates, and never stop learning. The volleyball skills will come. Building confidence, character, and resilience is the bigger win.

And perhaps that's exactly what the founders had in mind all along. They're not simply building volleyball players—they're helping shape the next generation of leaders who will one day make their own IMPACT on this community.

Written By: Kelley Dolling
Client/Community Outreach & Medicare
Dolling Insurance

CATCH THE REST OF OUR NEWSLETTER HERE >>> https://bit.ly/CommunityFirst_July2026