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Highway 99 Like other routes, Highway 99 began as a horse and stagecoach trail extending from Mexico to Canada, and was eventually improved to higher standards as transportation evolved. In the early 1920s, when automobiles were being mass produced, a definitive United States highway system was needed for the promotion of commerce and tourism. In 1926, the Pacific Highway was designated to become US Highway 99. Highlighted in Tehama County is a small section of this historic highway. Along the route are various orchards, including prunes, walnuts, almonds and even some pistachios. The orchards bloom during February and March and make for a beautiful backdrop on the historic drive. During the summer months, the many fruit and nut stands open with opportunities to purchase some of the locally grown goods. From Red Bluff's Main Street take Antelope Boulevard east, as this was the original Highway 99E. Within a few miles is orchard country. In Northern California above Sacramento, Highway 99 was divided into two routes because of the Sacramento River. Highway 99E on the east side of the river and 99W paralleled by Interstate 5 on the west. The two routes join in Red Bluff. Highway 99W had some important "firsts" including in Corning, where California's very first municipal auto camp was established in the early 1900s. Corning 2010 9 "WE SPEAK TAX" AUTHORIZED IRS PROVIDER IRS e~file ELECTRONIC FILING (530) 824-1040 • 800-501-1040 1610 SOLANO • CORNING, CA 1040 Dept. of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service U.S. Individual Income Tax Return SINCE 1983 THE RIGHT TAX SERVICE DECISION For the year January 1 - December 21, 20..., or other tax year beginning Use IRS label, otherwise print or type KENNETH A. SMITH, EA Voice: 530.824.1040 Fax: 530.824.0594 Ken's Do you want $1 to go to this fund? Retirement Account If joint, does spouse want $1 to go to this fund? ▼ Filing Status Check only one box 1 2 3 4 5 TAX SERVICE 1610 A Solano St. • Corning, CA 96021 Rebecca Dixson — Notary Public St. Elizabeth Community Hospital Sports Medicine Program A member of CHW 800.990.9971 redbluff.mercy.org/sports Introducing our new Sports Medicine Medical Director Riico Dotson, MD You give your best, so be treated by the best! Our Team of specialists share your passion for sports. From injury prevention, to evaluation, treatment and rehab, we commit to KEEPING YOU IN THE GAME! State of the art Imaging Center State of the art Surgery Center Corning's Hometown Christmas Corning Hometown Christmas is held the Saturday before Thanksgiving and jump- starts the holiday season. Downtown businesses show their support for the event by decorating their buildings and windows with "Community Spirit Lights" and by sponsoring banners and trees. The trees are known throughout the area as Christmas Tree Lane and they bring the Christmas spirit to town. Hometown Christmas is a day full of fun for the whole family. Many activities are held for children, including train rides, a petting zoo, games with prizes and carriage rides for all. There is also the chance to meet Santa and have a photo taken with him. Attending Hometown Christmas in Corning is a great way to get into the holiday spirit.

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