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NEXT UP at ARCATA CITY COUNCIL: Should the Policies for the Gateway Area Plan Be Applied Citywide? Plus, the Council Will Consider Resolution Calling for Cease-Fire in Gaza
Rendering showing example of potential building design in the Gateway Area | Screenshot from Building and Massing Presentation video on City’s YouTube channel.### Recently the City of Arcata has been spending a…
Skilled Trades Workers Protest Outside Cal Poly Humboldt as Part of CSU-Wide One-Day Strike
UPDATE, 2:25 p.m.:Aileen Yoo, director of news and information at Cal Poly Humboldt, forwarded the following statement, which was shared with the campus on Nov. 9:Cal Poly Humboldt…
Understanding California’s College Students’ Protests Over Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Students pass by the Stanford Sit-in to Stop Genocide at Standford University in Stanford on Nov. 6, 2023. Photo by Juliana Yamada for CalMattersDuring back-to-back days at one of…
OBITUARY: Dennis Carl Myers, 1942-2023
…at The Athlete Factory, 2734 Hubbard Lane, Eureka. Food will be provided by the Vainuku family.###The obituary above was submitted on behalf of Dennis Myers' loved ones. The Lost Coast Outpost…
OBITUARY: Jackie Seaman, 1964-2023
…She was the deli manager, where she enjoyed cooking for her regulars. She prepared the school lunches for Fieldbrook School and loved to see the kids when they would come into the…
OBITUARY: Cynthia Gail Hebard, 1954-2023
Cynthia Gail HebardAugust 30, 1954 – November 3, 2023Cindi passed away with her family around her, holding her hands and giving her unconditional love and support at the end of a long, hard…
OBITUARY: Carolyn ‘Cotton’ Rutherford, 1946-2023
…She had an art booth at the Eureka Flea Market until it closed and enjoyed socializing with the friends she made there. As the seventh of nine children she had a great…
POLL! Are People in Humboldt More Kind Than Five Years Ago? What About You?
…Do something kind today, Humboldt! But also we thought we'd gauge how y'all are feeling about the current levels of kindness emanating from your community (and also yourselves). Humboldt is…
LOCAL THEATERS UNITE! After Losing Its Old Town Space, Redwood Curtain Theater is Moving in With NCRT for the 2024 Season
…In announcing the creation of the D Street Theater, NCRT and RCT also announced the productions planned for the 2024 season, including Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night and Sweeney Todd. Johnson said that…
Eureka Police Receive Grant to Increase Traffic Safety
…The Eureka Police Department was awarded a $55,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). The grant will support our ongoing enforcement and education programs to help reduce the…
Community College Enrollment Plummeted During the Pandemic. Here’s One Reason Why It’s Now Turning Around
Hermalinda Figueroa, 80, works on an assignment during an English as a second language class at the San Diego Continuing Education Mid-City campus in San Diego on Oct. 6, 2023. Photo…
Minimum Wage Hike for California Health Workers Will Cost Billions. Workers Say They Need It
…Some of the workers are employed by the state, either at the UC health system or in agencies such as the Department of State Hospitals. An early fiscal analysis of the bill…
OBITUARY: Samantha Marie Calvin, 1997-2023
Samantha Marie Calvin November 4th, 1997- November 8th, 2023 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Samantha. She was a cherished daughter, granddaughter, mother, sister…
GROWING OLD UNGRACEFULLY: It’s the Orientation, Stupid!
There are people in this world — none reading this, I'm sure—to whom the orientation of a map doesn’t matter. A town map, perhaps outside a local tourist information center…
THE ECONEWS REPORT: Rep. Huffman Talks Legislative Priorities
Congressman Jared Huffman joins the show to discuss the current happenings in Washington D.C. — Who the heck is Speaker Mike Johnson? Will we pass a continuing budget resolution? Why would any…
HUMBOLDT HISTORY: Rock and Roll is Dead, But This Guy Saw Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page Play the Eureka Muni in 1966 and No One Can Take That Away From Him
Promotional photo of The Yardbirds as it appeared in the Eureka Times-Standard. Photos via the Humboldt Historian.In 1966 I was a junior at Fortuna High School. At night, I would…
OBITUARY: Brandon James Ledger, 1999-2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brandon James Ledger. Brandon was born on January 16, 1999, and lived a full life of warmth, kindness and dedication until…
POLL! Where is the Best Place in Humboldt to Entertain Your Kids?
Think of the children! What do we do with these rambunctious Humboldt youths? Well, we are counting on LoCO readers to let us know where the most rewarding place to take kids…
In Surprise Announcement, Jim Wood Says He Will Not Seek Re-election to California Assembly
…These committees relate to some of the most pressing issues facing the district.“As a member of these committees, I have been an advocate for broadband for all, clean water and air…
Don’t Be Fooled by the Fake ‘Humboldt Paws Cause’ Lookalike Facebook Page Some Asshole Set Up to Scam Desperate People Out of Their Money
…When a person posts a lost or found pet on the Paws Cause, or on the Paws Cause Facebook page, local volunteers and our staff leap into action. The word spreads out…
CHARBURGER INCOMING! Habit Burger to Set Up Shop at the Old Sizzler Location in Eureka
…As a loyal consumer myself, I’m especially excited about the addition of this restaurant.” The Habit Burger Grill will occupy the 2,400-square-foot space with a drive-thru. LRE…
Two Arrested in Connection With Last Week’s Bayshore Mall Parking Lot Robbery
…This remains an active investigation and no additional details are available at this time.The Eureka Police Department would like to thank the community for their help in identifying the suspects. Anyone…
Recognizing Fake News Now a Required Subject in California Schools
…Instead of a stand-alone class, the topic will be woven into existing classes and lessons throughout the school year. “I’ve seen the impact that misinformation has had in the real…
OBITUARY: Terrance Michael Brill, 1951-2023
…He enjoyed his profession and the relationships he developed. Terry loved spending time on the local rivers and streams, waiting for the next big bite. He spent many days on the beautiful…
POLL! Who is Your Favorite LoCO Commenter?
…Please find that person in the list below, which consists of all the commenters who have averaged at least one (1) comment per day in the last 90 days, plus a few…
Suspect in 2021 Bald Hills Murder Found Guilty, District Attorney Announces
…The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office investigated the case, led by Investigator Destry Henderson. Mr. McMahon was represented by local attorney RJ Leohner. The Honorable Timothy Canning, Judge, presided over the three…
Sunset Heights! It’ll be That New City Housing Development Up By Winco, and the City Would Like to Hear Your Thoughts About It
If you remember, a couple of years ago — in January 2022, to be precise — the city of Eureka traded a couple of its downtown parking lots (including the one in front of…
Though Critical to the Economy, California’s Young Workers Toil in Low-Wage Work
More than 2 million people ages 16 to 24 are working in California — about the same as the population of Houston — making up 12% of the workforce. They comprise a critical portion…
OBITUARY: Dottie Lee, 1947-2023
…She was the daughter of the late Tom and Della Chappelle. Born on November 8, 1947, she was a graduate of Eureka High and lived the majority of her life in Eureka…
County Supes Vote to Put Measure on March Ballots That, If Passed, Would Create a Department of Finance, Combining Two Elected Offices Into One Appointed Position
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors. | Screenshot.###Well into the ninth hour of Tuesday's protracted Humboldt County Board of Supervisors meeting, the supes voted 3-1, with First District Supervisor Rex Bohn…