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OBITUARY: Donald George Bernardi, 1957-2024
Don Bernardi was born March 3, 1957, at the old Trinity Hospital near Humboldt State University and passed away December 17, 2024, in Eureka. His wife of 36 years, Angela, was by…
TODAY in SUPES: With Some Apprehension, Board OKs Potential Path to Legitimacy for Yee Haw Communal Living Property
…During the public comment period, nearly all of the speakers voiced support for the Yee Haw community and the county's efforts to accommodate it, though several of the speakers were residents…
Arcata Man Arrested for Attempted Homicide Following Truck-Ramming, Hatchet Attack Incidents Last Week, Eureka Police Say
Press release from the Eureka Police Department: On 01/04/2025 at approximately 1853 hours, an Officer with the Eureka Police Department observed a large pickup truck eastbound on 5th street following…
Would You Like to Help Watch Over College of the Redwoods’ New $120 Million in Bond Authorizations? Apply Now!
…Inform the public about the expenditure of bond revenues; Review and report on the proper expenditure of taxpayers' money for school construction; and Advise the public as to the District's compliance…
POLL! Hmm! Would Jimmy Carter Have Wanted Humboldt County Staff to Take a Day Off to Mourn His Death?
At today's Humboldt County Board of Supervisors meeting, the board debated whether or not to green light county staff taking a day off to mourn the late President Jimmy Carter — a…
Eureka Man Arrested After Leading Law Enforcement on Wild Goose Chase Up and Down the Samoa Peninsula
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: On Jan. 5, 2025, at around 10 a.m., a Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputy on patrol in the area of the Samoa…
After a Bit of a Delay, Humboldt’s New Solar Energy Producer in Kern County is Now Operational
…EDP is the developer of the Sandrini Solar Park, the solar farm in question.Sandrini actually became operational sometime last month, Weirich said, but everything is looking good and they made the…
BK is BACK! The Eureka Burger King is Operational for the Time Being, But Only the Drive-Thru Part of it For Now
PREVIOUSLY:The Eureka Burger King Will Be Closed for a Little Bit Due to Sewage Problems, According to Restaurant InspectorsGood news from the corner of Fifth and S streets: The floors of…
OBITUARY: Ted Ruprecht, 1928-2024
Ted Ruprecht’s ObituaryAugust 1, 1928 to December 14, 2024 The best life stories are the ones the person writes himself. This is excerpted from an essay our father wrote for his…
OBITUARY: James Lewis Worthen, 1939-2024
…On Aug 15, 1939, he was born in Eureka as the son of the late Jim and Evelyn Worthen of Eureka. On Nov. 6, 1960, he married Ruth E. Faller of Banning…
OBITUARY: Richard ‘Lee’ Lane, 1937-2024
…As a young man, Lee loved boxing at the Blue Lake Civic Center, and being a member of the Torques Hot Rod Club, cruising around with pals Larry Kight and Doug Davis…
OBITUARY: Bob Fosdick, 1949-2024
…at the Speedway Club at Redwood Acres under the grandstand. Everyone who knew dad is welcome to attend.###The obituary above was submitted on behalf of Bob Fosdick's loved ones. The…
OBITUARY: Harmon Hebert, 1941-2025
…After graduating from Fortuna High School in 1959 he joined the Army and spent time stationed in Turkey. After getting out of the Army, Harmon met the love of his life, Elsie…
The Eureka Burger King Will Be Closed for a Little Bit Due to Sewage Problems, According to Restaurant Inspectors
Kind of bad news for Whopper™ fans today, after a sewage backup was found to enter a janitorial sink in the Eureka Burger King facility.That's according to an inspection report…
Five Things to Watch as California’s Legislature Returns to the Capitol in 2025
The state Senate during a floor session of the California Legislature at the state Capitol in Sacramento on Aug. 29, 2024. Photo by Florence Middleton, CalMattersWith the election and the holidays behind…
Businesses Sue State Over New Workplace Law
A union worker blocks an Amazon delivery truck from leaving the warehouse at Amazon Warehouse DCK6 in the Bayview District in San Francisco on Dec. 19, 2024. Amazon workers at multiple facilities…
OBITUARY: Doris Elaine Benge, 1937-2024
It is with sadness and a heavy heart we announce, that after a short battle with congestive heart failure, the passing of our beloved mother Doris Elaine Benge on December 22, 2024…
OBITUARY: Matthew “Matt” Chipps, 1950-2024
…Throughout the year, he could be found enjoying conversation and grilling on the deck, playing golf, taking the occasional hunting trip, and watching any sports, especially the 49ers and the Giants. What…
TINY FOOTPRINTS: Wipe It Clean(er) in the New Year!
…Then we must consider the water that went into nurturing those trees before they were harvested (around twenty-thousand gallons for the above amount). By the time they hit the store shelves…
Humboldt Special Olympics Seeks Community Support After New Year’s Day Break-In at Storage Facility
…Unfortunately, replacing the stolen items is a significant financial burden, and we currently lack the funds. We are urgently appealing to the community for assistance—whether through donations, sponsorships, or spreading the…
HUMBOLDT HISTORY: Tripping the Light Fantastic — Or, the All-Night Dances and Masquerade Balls of Early Humboldt County
…According to the next day's Eureka Nerve: "The floor was now at the disposal of all who cared to trip the light fantastic, and when the music of the Ideal Orchestra…
OBITUARY: Margie Joan Prash Jensen Craig, 1935-2024
…From there she went to the florist shop, making and delivering bouquets and floral arrangements until the department closed. Margie continued her work with Miller Farms in the nursery, where she served…
OBITUARY: Homer (Pete) William Baker, 1940-2024
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, brother, son, uncle and grandfather. Homer (Pete) William Baker was born on May 3…
OBITUARY: Patricia Jane Chaney, 1944-2024
…After graduation, she taught in the Rossmoor School system before later taking a position for nine years with the Department of Defense overseas school system. She taught first in the Philippines for…
OBITUARY: Gary Arthur Cook, 1935-2024
Gary Arthur Cook May 6, 1935 - December 11, 2024 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father/daddy Gary. He passed away on December 11th in the…
POLL! Are You Doin' Dry January?
Followers of the Gregorian Calendar often use the start of the new year as an opportunity to hit the reset button and set ambitious goals or kick nasty habits. Lots of folks…
Owner of Yee Haw Communal Living Property Near Trinidad Applies to Make It a County-Sanctioned 'Alternative Lodge Park'
One of numerous un-permitted living structures at the communal living property near Trinidad known as Yee Haw. | File photo.PREVIOUSLYCounty Supes Approve Civil Penalities on ‘Yee Haw’ Communal Living Property Near…
Multiple People Injured in Early Morning Apartment Building Fire in Downtown Eureka
…The rest of the structure was confirmed to have no other trapped victims. Fire control was achieved in approximately 20 minutes. PG&E responded and secured all utilities to the structure. The…
Grief-Stricken County Employees May Get an Extra Day Off to Recover From the Loss of President Jimmy Carter
…20, 1981," notes the staff report on Bushnell's proposal. (Minor correction: Actually, Carter was the first and only person to serve as president of the United States during this time.)The…
April Van Dyke, Humboldt’s Newest Superior Court Judge, Will Be Sworn in Today
Press release from the Humboldt County Superior Court: April Van Dyke | Image via campaign website.April A. Van Dyke was elected to the position of Superior Court Judge, County of Humboldt, in…