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OBITUARY: Thong Xayavong, 1961-2024

…It wasn't just in the profound things he said, but also in the simple, everyday actions that taught us the most valuable lessons. He showed us the importance of kindness, the…

OBITUARY: Brenda Zwiefelhofer, 1947-2024

…Joseph’s Hospital in the gift shop, she helped count donation money at church, she read news stories for the blind on the radio, and read the homily for the congregation at…

OBITUARY: Arloa Kupilik, 1932-2024

…In the '90s, they moved to Loveland, CO. She and Chuck volunteered and became certified Master Naturalists, spending countless hours in the Pawnee National Grasslands. She loved it there. The Literacy Project…

POLL! Which Humboldt Restaurant Has the Best Vegan Options?

…We may have left your favorite off the list, but we are open to adding establishments, of course — state your case in the comment section. Anyway, y'all have until next Monday…

High-Tech Elk-Detection System and Warning Signs Coming to Busy Humboldt Crossing Area

Don't forget to look both ways, buddy! | Photo via Cal Poly Humboldt.###The North Coast's photogenic population of Roosevelt elk will soon get a little help crossing the road thanks…

Arcata Councilmember Alex Stillman Officially Announces She is Running for Re-Election

…She participates in the Countywide Housing Consortium and works closely with the Arcata House Partnership which serves the houseless community. Alex serves as the sole municipal representative on the Governing Board of…

Man Arrested Near Bridgeville for Homicide, Says Sheriff’s Office

…The booking logs make no mention of a homicide arrest on Sunday, nor do the calls for service. When the Outpost reached out to HCSO for more details, Lt. Mike Fridley responded…

Ferndale Man Arrested at County Fairgrounds After Allegedly Brandishing a Loaded Handgun, Threatening Someone With It

Humboldt County, California - Ferndale Fairgrounds, Belotti Hall at left, Cattlemen & Cattlewoman's building at right foreground. | Photo by Elin Beltz, public domain.###Press release from the Ferndale Police Department:On July 13…

GROWING OLD UNGRACEFULLY: Anti-Semitic?

…Creative Commons license.(Ironically, the term was originally coined by journalist and politician Wilhelm Marr, 1819-1904, in his 1881 book The Way to Victory of the German Spirit over the Jewish…

(UPDATING) Former President Donald Trump Injured During Apparent Assassination Attempt at Campaign Event in Pennsylvania

Former President Donald Trump was rushed off stage by security personnel after loud bangs were heard at the beginning of a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday night. The Secret Service says…

THE ECONEWS REPORT: Top 10 Questions About Offshore Wind

…Tom Wheeler.Northcoastoffshorewind.org is a new website designed to provide objective answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about offshore wind with links to primary sources. On this week…

The Tasty Hub, a New Commissary Kitchen in Eureka, Plans to be a Food Scene for Vendors, Eaters, and Maybe Much More

Tasty Hub owner Gabrielle Long (center) and Eureka Mayor Kim Bergel (holding the big scissors) at the ribbon cutting on Monday, July 8. Photo by Carly Wipf, courtesy of the Greater Eureka…

HUMBOLDT HISTORY: Who Was A.W. Way? Yachtsman, Statesman and Namesake of One of the County’s Prettiest Parks

Incidentally, in order that I may qualify myself as one knowledgeable of many changes, as Eureka has developed over the years, I might tell of my own background. I was born in…

OBITUARY: Lillian Mae Hostler, 1929-2024

…As a proud member of the Hoopa Valley Tribe, Lillian was celebrated as the Tribe’s oldest living member, embodying a rich legacy of tradition and resilience. Born during the early years…

OBITUARY: Michael Duane Bode, 1948-2024

…He was passionate about so many things over the years. In the beginning, he loved to paint and do pottery. He loved to snow-ski in the winter and spent many hours…

OBITUARY: Michael John Watson, 1952-2024

Michael John Watson was born in Riverside, California, at the Air Force base on September 29, 1952. His father had just served a tour of duty in Korea and the Korean war…

POLL! How High Would the Predicted Inland Temperature Have to Be For You to Cancel Your Humboldt River Trip in Favor of Comforting Coastal Cool?

POLL! How High Would the Predicted Inland Temperature Have to Be For You to Cancel Your Humboldt River Trip in Favor of Comforting Coastal Cool?

NEW RULES FOR TINY HOMES! Humboldt Planning Commission to Consider Changes to Draft Tiny House, Emergency Housing Ordinances at This Week’s Meeting

…The Emergency Housing Village Ordinance would expedite the construction of new, low-cost housing in response to the county’s ongoing shelter crisis declaration, which the Board of Supervisors passed in February…

THIS WEEK in ARCATA CITY COUNCIL: Final Approval of the Gateway Area Plan, Appointing New City Manager Merritt Perry, and More!

…The Council will also introduce an ordinance to rezone the Gateway Area as needed to adopt the plan. The Gateway Area Plan is an element of the General Plan 2045, which the…

Last Night Was Another Busy Night for Arcata Fire, as Our Heroes Responded to a Car Crash and a Lumber Mill Fire Practically Simultaneously

Press releases from the Arcata Fire District:Incident one: Captain Freeman at the vehicle after extrication. Photo by Asst. Chief McDonald. On Thursday, July 11 at 10:27 P.M. the Arcata…

OBITUARY: Judith Mae Hagood, 1941-2024

…Judith would then dedicate her life to running the hardware store for the rest of her life.While running the hardware store Judith became a member of the Orick Volunteer Fire Department…

OBITUARY: Douglas Alan James, 1965-2024

…Douglas, born #10 into a large family, was the baby. He would always say, "Mom was saving the best for last." He is survived by his brother Darrell "Joe" Sherman; sisters Diane…

POLL! How Would You Rate Outgoing Cal Poly Humboldt President Tom Jackson's Performance?

After five years at the helm, Cal Poly Humboldt announced earlier today that President Tom Jackson would be relinquishing his position next month.Jackson's tenure was historic. The institution's first…

Cal Poly Humboldt President Tom Jackson, Jr. to ‘Step Away’ Next Month But Remain at University

…The conversion to a polytechnic, along with the historic state investment of $458 million to help bring the plans to reality, will have a positive impact on the campus and community for…

Eureka City Schools and AMG Communities Delay the Close of Escrow on Jacobs Campus Yet Again

The former Jacobs Middle School campus at 674 Allard Avenue in Eureka. | File photo.###Today was supposed to be the day that Eureka City Schools finalized a deal with the shadowy corporation…

McKinleyville Man Arrested With Meth in Stolen Vehicle in Fortuna, FPD Says

…As officers investigated the occupant was identified as, Christopher Johnson (age 39) of McKinleyville.As a result of the officers investigation Christopher Johnson was found in possession of over an ounce of…

The Tribe Formerly Known as the Resighini Rancheria Has a New Name

The Lena Reed McCovey Community Center, on the grounds of the Pulikla Tribe of Yurok People.Press release from the Pulikla Tribe of Yurok People:The Tribe formerly known as Resighini Rancheria…

Yesterday Was a Busy Car-Crash Day for the Arcata Fire District

…The engine company extricated the single occupant of the vehicle out of the passenger’s side, as the driver’s side had been impacted heavily, with part of the engine encroaching into…

Residents Evacuated as Wildfire Near Garberville Burns 80 Acres

…Residents in the red zone are currently under Evacuation Order. The location of the Point Fire | Cal FireAt this time, Cal Fire's website lists the Point Fire as being 10% contained…

Woman Arrested for Attempted Murder After Allegedly Stabbing Acquaintance on Pine Hill Yesterday, Sheriff’s Office Says

Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: On 7/10/2024, at about 12:05 a.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the 4600 block of Crane…


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