Hope in Recovery: Real Stories from Redding | Chico News

Chico News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 13, 2026 · 1m

Redding’s eighth annual Resilience in Recovery event proved that healing from addiction is not only possible—it’s life-changing. With free food, music, family fun, and vital resources, the community came together to remind those in recovery they’re not alone. Speakers shared raw, inspiring stories—from a man sober for seven months who battled alcohol, meth, and heroin since grade school—to show how letting go of shame can lead to transformation. Organizers like Julie Howard highlighted the power of peer support, where lived experience offers the most meaningful guidance. If you or someone you…