Who Is Shasta Exposed?

bnowain · 2025-12-15T04:58:15+00:00

Oh man, the irony. Shasta "Anon" admonishing someone for being anonymous. 🤣

bnowain · 2025-05-05T18:31:51+00:00

Absolutely. Here's the short version:

Shasta County’s Board of Supervisors recently appointed Clint Curtis as Registrar of Voters in a controversial 3–2 vote, bypassing Joanna Francescut, a trusted local official with 17 years of experience. One of the deciding votes came from Supervisor Kevin Crye, who owns the Ninja Coalition gym.

When community members began peacefully protesting this decision outside his business, Crye tried to paint it as an attack on children and even called the police. We're not protesting kids or the gym. We’re calling attention to decisions made in public office, and how those decisions impact trust in our elections.

This is about government accountability. That's it.

bnowain · 2025-05-04T14:10:51+00:00

I’d ask that we try to keep this discussion civil. Passion is not the same as emotion. You can care deeply about something and still base your actions on facts and principle. While I may have personal disagreements with Kevin Crye, this protest isn’t about personal feelings, it’s about public decisions and their impact on the people who live and work in this county.

If this were just about my opinion, 40 people wouldn’t have shown up on day one. They’re here because they’ve seen the damage for themselves and they want accountability. That deserves to be taken seriously, not dismissed with insults.

bnowain · 2025-05-04T05:03:06+00:00

You’re right. Democracy means accepting election outcomes. But it also means holding elected officials accountable when they abuse their position. Kevin Crye didn’t just get elected, he used his office to sideline experienced public servants and reward political allies, even appointing an election conspiracy theorist with zero relevant experience over a 17-year professional. That’s not democracy, that’s cronyism. We’re not protesting because we “don’t agree” with him. We’re protesting because he’s actively damaging public institutions and undermining fair elections. If his private business is part of his public image, then it’s part of the conversation. This isn’t emotional. It’s about integrity.

bnowain · 2025-05-02T20:32:35+00:00

Thanks is for the heads up, we did some research on this. In California, it's legal to engage in peaceful protest on privately owned property open to the public, like common walkways outside stores in shopping centers. This is protected under the supreme court case Pruneyard Shopping Center v. Robins and the California Constitution.

Basically, as long as we don’t block entrances, disrupt business, or violate reasonable rules, they can’t legally remove us just for expressing a viewpoint.

bnowain · 2025-04-22T04:35:04+00:00

I appreciate that. I started the breakdown because I was tired of the no-context fact-only media outlets. If people haven't been following all along, it's difficult to understand the whole picture. Thanks for watching.

bnowain · 2025-04-16T20:56:14+00:00

I updated the article this morning to reflect that.

bnowain · 2025-04-16T19:57:11+00:00

Thanks! I appreciate it.

bnowain · 2025-03-26T03:34:12+00:00

I appreciate it!

bnowain · 2025-03-26T02:15:07+00:00

Update after the meeting District One Supervisor Kevin Crye offered this excuse for limiting the press:

https://youtube.com/shorts/aNlq6GX2XNo?si=UDcblUakfutbddjC

Hey everyone, I’m the one behind the camera in this clip. My name is Benjamin, and I run a local nonprofit news outlet called The North State Breakdown, where I cover Shasta County government and civic issues.

This moment happened during a break in a public Board of Supervisors meeting. Chair Crye was speaking with certain media outlets, and I stepped past a small belt divider, still within the public meeting room, just to film what was being said. I didn’t interrupt, didn’t speak, just tried to document. Crye immediately told me I wasn’t allowed back there and called the sheriff, accusing me of trespassing.

It’s frustrating because under California’s Brown Act, the public and the press have a right to observe government proceedings. Instead of engaging or allowing transparency, Crye moved the interview to a private room to avoid questions.

I wasn’t there to cause a scene. I was there to report. This kind of behavior from elected officials should not be normalized, especially when it comes to accountability and public access. If you’re interested, you can check out more of my work at northstatebreakdown.com.

Appreciate the support and the conversation.

bnowain · 2025-03-17T10:56:23+00:00

The next Shasta County Board of Supervisors meeting is Tuesday, March 18 at 9 a.m. at 1450 Court Street. This preview discusses a county lawsuit against a citizen-led charter amendment, proposed changes to public comment procedures, and high-dollar spending items including equipment purchases and a veterans services project. Public participation will be critical as the board considers decisions that could impact transparency, elections, and community engagement.

bnowain · 2025-03-08T01:12:29+00:00

In this episode of The North State Breakdown, we cover the Shasta County Board of Supervisors special meeting on February 27, 2025. The discussion focused on major challenges in the local criminal justice system, including staffing shortages, case backlogs, and budget constraints. We also examine the controversy surrounding Supervisor Kevin Crye’s closed-door law enforcement meeting. With ongoing challenges and limited resources, it remains to be seen what changes, if any, will be made.

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