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OBITUARY: Theodore (Ted) Immanuel Madsen, 1939-2021
…He left this world and into the presences of his savior, Jesus Christ. Ted served his country through service in the U.S. Navy followed by a lengthy career with the California…
Consultant in NCRA Rail Takeover Bid Says Project Has Been Misrepresented, But Document Reveals Coal Connections and Wiyot Tribe Involvement
…The other was Brian Somers, president of the Utah Mining Association.Hinkins, the Utah senator, told the Outpost that representatives of the Crow Tribe invited him to come to Humboldt County to…
A Local Business Person Will Give You $1,000 if You Know Who Spray Painted the Old Town Firefighter Memorial
…The incident occurred sometime around September 13, 2021.If you have information that could lead to the identification and arrest of the involved suspect(s), please contact Suzie Owsley with the Eureka…
One Person Shot, Another Seriously Injured During Incident at Central Station Bar in McKinleyville
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left two injured last night in McKinleyville.On Sept. 27, 2021, at…
Naked Woman Arrested for Allegedly Setting Fire to Hoopa Cemetery Plots, Tribal Police Say
Damage to the Hoopa Valley Tribal Cemetery. | HVTPDHoopa Valley Tribal Police Department Department:At about 6:30 p.m. on September 25, Hoopa Valley Tribal Police received a call for service at…
Between the Lines: Hidden Partisans Try to Influence California’s Independent Redistricting
In August, Christopher Rodriguez phoned into an online meeting of the California Citizens Redistricting Commission, the 14 volunteers who will draw new congressional and legislative maps that will be used for the…
OBITUARY: Carole Ann Morgal, 1977-2021
…Carole became the programming director for all four radio stations at LCCI. The vision, innovation and tireless creative energy that transformed The Point made her perfect for the new position. Carole was…
OBITUARY: Brenda Mitchell Swenson, 1966-2021
Brenda Mitchell Swenson was born July 10, 1966 and passed away unexpectedly on August 20, 2021.Brenda grew up in the Hoopa Valley and lived there all her life. She was proud…
OBITUARY: Eric John Selser, 1970-2021
…In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in the name of Eric Selser to the American Cancer Society. A private family celebration of life was held on September 11, 2021.###The…
(VIDEO) Watch Former Humboldt Crab and Present MLB Outfielder Bradley Zimmer Blast a Home Run Off His Non-Crabs Worthy Brother
Bradley Zimmer hit a homer off his brother Kyle Zimmer.Baseball is the best. pic.twitter.com/lP6aukIZyJ— MLB (@MLB) September 27, 2021 All Humboldt Crabs are brothers but not all brothers…
Erratic Driving in Eureka Results in Arrest for Heroin
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: On Sept. 24, 2021, at about 11:13 p.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies on patrol in the area of Harris and…
K9 Yahtzee Sniffs Out the Drugs in Vehicle of Sleepy Parolee, Says HCSO
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: Maxwell Elliot | HCSOOn Sept. 26, 2021, at about 7:28 a.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the 3500 block…
Rapid COVID-19 Tests in Short Supply in California
…When the Delta variant reared its head, the shortage of rapid tests created the “perfect storm,” experts say. The surge coincided with schools reopening and employers requiring quick, routine testing. At the…
Stranded in the ER: Can California Change Its Treatment of Kids in Crisis?
…But he says the need to reform the entire system must also include expanding access to non-hospital residential care. “What’s really most outrageous to me at the moment is the…
California Still Won’t Make COVID-19 Workplace Outbreaks Public
…These industries include warehousing, agriculture, and food processing. “I think the people in the state Capitol that were busy negotiating away the crucial provisions in the bill … don’t share the same…
MONDAYS WITH MICHAELE: Thar She Blows!
This week your President of Positivity returns to the Glass Garage to again visit local marble maker Topher Reynolds and his crew of glass blowing enthusiasts. This time though, Michaele has dragged…
OBITUARY: Albert Franklin Hailstone Jr., 1942-2021
…Al was able to identify the weaver just by looking at the weave of the basket. His vast collection can be seen at the Clarke Museum in Eureka. Also there is the…
OBITUARY: John David Olson, 1956-2021
…Joseph Hospital Oncology, the nurses of the Outpatient Infusion Center, and the people of Resolution Care. The family asks that any donations be made to the Redwood Coast Village in John’s…
OBITUARY: Delos ‘Dj’ Lance Mcgaughey Jr., 1970-2021
"Your wings were ready, but our hearts were not""You're simply the best"Oct 1,1970- August 29,2021Delos “Dj” Lance Mcgaughey Jr. was born in Eureka and passed in Eureka…
(AUDIO) HUMBOLDT HOLDING UP: St. Joe’s Medical Staff Members Austin Allison and James Ladika On Life in the Hospital During COVID
(AUDIO) HUMBOLDT HOLDING UP: St. Joe's Medical Staff Members Austin Allison and James Ladika On Life in the Hospital During COVID
OBITUARY: Danny Alan Sousa, 1955-2021
…He was the first born to Elias and Marilyn Sousa of Ferndale. Dan grew up in Ridgewood until 1972, when the family relocated to Ferndale.He enjoyed spending his childhood and high…
GROWING OLD UNGRACEFULLY: Rat-Proof Containers
A list of “the most important inventions of all time” sometimes arrives, unbidden, via the internet. You’ve probably seen these. They usually include language, writing, agriculture, the wheel, the lever, bronze…
FLOWING AGAIN! South Fork of the Eel Reconnects to the Main River After Recent Rainfall
The South Fork he South Fork Eel River below Highway 101 at Dyerville | Photos from the ERRPPREVIOUSLY: South Fork of the Eel Not Connected to Main River Due to Extreme Drought Conditions…
OBITUARY: José “Joe” Manuel Pires Sancho, 1937-2021
José “Joe” Manuel Pires Sancho at the age of 84 went to be with the Lord on Thursday September 16, 2021. He was born April 10, 1937 in São Brás de Alportel…
OBITUARY: Samanatha Kristen Machado, 1984-2021
Samanatha Kristen Machado aka Smoker left the earth on September 14, 2021 after a difficult battle of pneumonia exacerbated by repeated asthma attacks. While she is no longer with us, her love…
OBITUARY: Steven John, 1947-2021
…Steve and Ken continued to work together throughout the years and Steve especially enjoyed going up the ranch or working in the field at the bottom of “O” Street with both Ken…
New State Law Advances Offshore Wind Energy Development in Humboldt County, RCEA Says
Photo by Zoltan Tasi on Unsplash.###Press release from the Redwood Coast Energy Authority:New legislation just signed into law on Thursday by Gov. Gavin Newsom will significantly advance the development of…
A Study Looking at Humboldt’s Mental Health Services is in Motion, and Your Input is Welcome
…The number of people facing mental health challenges nearly doubled during the pandemic, the number of people seeking help for depression and anxiety has skyrocketed, and, consequently, the Centers for Disease and…
(WATCH) 29-Year-Old Mom With COVID, Struggling to Breathe, Posts Videos From Hospital Bed, Urges Community to Get Vaccinated
…She wants to speak to the community despite how hard it is to talk, despite the heart pains caused by complications from the virus and despite the constant anxiety she feel separated…
Contractor’s Deal on California Rent Relief Gets More Lucrative
…While the state bumped up Horne’s administrative fees in the renewed contract, it amounts to about 5% of the total rental assistance allotment — and still falls under the federal government’s…