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75 Trees Cut Down Along the Arcata-Eureka Safety Corridor in Preparation for Indianola Undercrossing Construction
Stumps from freshly chopped trees along the east side of Hwy. 101 near Indianola Cutoff. | Photos and video by Andrew Goff.PREVIOUSLY: Construction of Indianola Undercrossing and Other Safety Corridor Improvements Set…
California Water Board Waives Delta Rules That Protect Salmon
…The waiver means more water can be sent to the cities and growers that receive supplies from the San Joaquin-Sacramento Delta through the State Water Project and the federal Central Valley…
The 2023 Humboldt Snow Experience Looks Likely to Last a Little Longer
…in Kneeland" says snow photog Martin Dodd.Bring on the brr! We appreciate all the snow photos on the LoCO Facebook page — we plan to include some on Humboldt Today this evening…
GUEST OPINION: Rob Arkley’s Love of Parking Lots Reflects a Bias Embedded in Our Car-Centric Culture
Map of Eureka's on- and off-street parking taken from a recent Old Town and downtown parking study commissioned by the City of Eureka.# # #Rob Arkley’s recent tirades directed at…
OBITUARY: Shirley Cooley, 1947-2023
…In lieu of flowers or gifts, please consider donating to the American Cancer Society instead.###The obituary above was submitted on behalf of Shirley Cooley’s loved ones. The Lost Coast Outpost…
OBITUARY: Karel Perras, 1946-2023
Karel Perras passed away on February 12, 2023, in the care of St. Joseph's Hospital in Eureka after a fierce battle with cancer. She was born on August 18, 1946, in…
OBITUARY: William Roth, 1925-2023
…A service is planned for the summer of 2023.###The obituary above was submitted on behalf of William Roth’s loved ones. The Lost Coast Outpost runs obituaries of Humboldt County residents…
OBITUARY: Daniel Moors, 1964-2023
…He loved the Adult Center, the staff who cared for him, and the many friends he made there.Daniel enjoyed his 59 years with his family and friends. He is survived by…
HUMBOLDT TODAY with John Kennedy O’Connor | Feb. 21, 2023
…They’ve started tearing down Eureka’s Lloyd Building, officials announce they’ve found the body of the missing mushroom hunter near Gasquet, Eel River Valley kids are invited to be Ninja…
Yurok Tribe Partners With U.S. Marshalls Service on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Initiative
…After the in-person meeting, USMS connected the Tribe with staff from other Department of Justice components, including the Office of Justice Programs, the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, and the…
Should More Effort Be Made to Preserve Humboldt's Old Brick Buildings?
…Are you cool with that? Yes! Structures like the Lloyd Building and the Loleta Creamery are part of our history and devoting necessary resources to preserving them is worth it. I mean…
Arcata Man Arrested For Allegedly Assaulting and Threatening to Kill Roommate
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: On Feb. 17, 2023, at about 11 a.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were contacted at the Sheriff’s Main Station regarding…
[UPDATED with Shelter Info] Winter Storm Arriving Tonight Will Bring Rain, Hail and Potentially Snow Down to Sea Level
…Press release from the Humboldt County Office of Emergency Services:Humboldt County residents are encouraged to prepare now for a winter storm system forecasted to impact the county beginning this afternoon.The…
Eureka City Council to End Local COVID Emergency Declaration, Brainstorm Affordable Housing Opportunities and More at Tonight’s Meeting
File photo by Andrew Goff.There are only seven items listed on the agenda for tonight's Eureka City Council meeting, three of which are consent items that will be approved in…
Is California Breaking Its Promise to Cut Health Care Costs?
…You have to keep the money to pay the rent, pay the bills, pay the car.” Mid-tier health coverage like Iv’s Silver Plan is widely considered the best value for…
STARK HOUSE SUNDAY SERIAL: Clean Break, Chapter 11. The End.
[Just discovering this LoCO feature? Find the beginning by clicking here.] CLEAN BREAKbyLionel White Image by Deep Dream Generator AI.CHAPTER ELEVEN1 The wail of the siren reached Johnny Clay’s ears…
GROWING OLD UNGRACEFULLY: Dumb Luck
…In her 2006 bestseller The Secret, the journalist claimed to have discovered “the greatest power in the universe”: The Law of Attraction. Not gravity (despite the name) but the notion that “you…
BEHIND the CURTAIN: A Look at Ferndale Repertory’s The Elephant Man and the Role of Live Theater in Humboldt
…The audience is given a reference image in one of the earlier scenes of the play – a famous picture of Merrick is displayed on the stage (the same photo is also included…
THE ECONEWS REPORT: Jared Huffman, Man and Congressman, Returns to the Show to Spill All the DC Tea
We don't know why he continues to join the show — doesn't he realize he's palling around with a bunch of treehugger dirt worshipers? — but Congressman Jared Huffman joins the…
OBITUARY: David Gene Lewiston, 1950-2023
…He was a part of many local bands, including Puffin, Fire and Ice, the Checkered Demons, and the Greg Allen Band. His band won the battle of the bands in the mid…
OBITUARY: Dessa Marcella Hanes, 1940-2023
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Dessa Marcella Hanes. Born Dessa Marcella Bigham in Brownwood, Texas on August 19, 1940, she passed away peacefully, surrounded by…
OBITUARY: Shirley J. Thomsen, 1923-2023
She was born March 20, 1923, in Rawlins, Wyoming, the daughter of Alma Strandberg McClurg and Ralph McClurg. Along with her mother, she moved to Humboldt County in 1926, eventually living with…
HUMBOLDT TODAY with John Kennedy O’Connor | Feb. 17, 2023
…A body is found near downtown Redway, Del Norte County is addressing its own housing and homelessness problems, plus the weekend’s events, weather and our daily poll asks you to tell…
Incumbents Win Re-Election to Coast Central Credit Union Board, Along With One Newcomer
…One reader emailed to say, "It got reeeaaaal spicy lmao."So, increased member involvement? Check. (The Outpost is trying to get more information about the spiciness.)Unfortunately for the "Members' Voice" candidates…
Eureka Cultural Arts District Seeks Graphic Designer to Create a Logo and Style Guide
File photo from the 2019 Eureka Street Art Festival.Press release from Eureka Cultural Arts District:The Eureka Cultural Arts District is seeking a graphic designer to create a logo and supporting…
Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Arrested on Woodley Island Following a Traffic Stop; Meth, Fentanyl Found, Sheriff’s Office Says
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: On Feb. 15, 2023, at about 11:40 p.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies on patrol in the Eureka area conducted a…
OBITUARY: Zakary Michael Avila, 1997-2023
It is with such sadness that we announce the passing of our son, Zakary Michael Avila. Zak was born on February 25, 1997 and passed away on January 18, 2023. Son of…
OBITUARY: Sage Root, 1971-2022
…Being a mother came natural to her and she was one of the best. You could find her on the sidelines cheering on the boys at every one of their sports games…
OBITUARY: Gay Ellen Fulton, 1942-2023
…at the Fortuna Fire hall to celebrate this beautiful ladies life.###The obituary above was submitted on behalf of Gay Fulton's loved ones. The Lost Coast Outpost runs obituaries of Humboldt…
OBITUARY: Earnest Garland Gray, Jr, 1932-2022
Earnest Garland Gray, Jr went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 29, 2022, in Fortuna at the age of 90. At the end of his life he…