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Hurst Places Eighth at State Meet
Submitted photo – Fortuna’s Katie Hurst, right, and Camrin Dolcini pictured at the state meet this week.Fortuna senior Katie Hurst closed out a legendary career at the CIF state track and…
Cubs Fall to Credo, Bid Influential Seniors Farewell
…2 seeds came to town and spoiled the party. There was little to separate the two teams early on, but the visitors began to pull away late, scoring four times in the…
(UPDATE) If You See a Truck With a ‘POPAREX’ License Plate, That’s Rex Bohn’s Stolen Rig
…Yep Still Love Humboldt," the unshakable Bohn wrote.So, yeah, please keep your eyes peeled for the Rex's rig.
Democrats in California Have All the Power — And Much of the Turmoil
…In the same month, the party rode to a commanding victory at the polls and Bauman was forced to resign. As first reported by the Los Angeles Times, the former labor leader…
Resilient Panthers Come Through in the Clutch Yet Again
Photos by Ray Hamill/HumboldtSports.com – McKinleyville pitcher Corbin EichinThere simply is no denying the McKinleyville Panthers, who now sit on the cusp of a season that will be difficult to top…
Tigers Rally Late to Set Up NCS Showdown With Mack
…Trailing 3-1 late in the game, the Tigers scored three runs in the bottom of the sixth, only for the visitors to rally themselves and tie the game once again in…
Former Arcata Restaurateur Shot and Killed by New York Police: Report
Luke Patterson and the logos for his former Arcata restaurants | FacebookLuke Patterson, 41, who owned and operated Arcata restaurants Luke’s Joint and The Other Place during the first half of this…
DA: Suspect in Fatal McK Hit-and-Run Was On Multiple Drugs; Judge Denies Bail Due to ‘Severity’ of Crime
…The department recommended against release and today Canning followed the recommendation. “The court is very concerned regarding the severity of the alleged crime,” Canning said. “She would otherwise be eligible.” Daskal had…
Coroner’s Office Identifies Human Remains Found at Big Lagoon
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: The Humboldt County Coroner’s Office has identified skeletal remains located at Big Lagoon State Park on March 8, 2019, as that of…
(VIDEO) SKI HUMBOLDT! You Can Ski Humboldt in Late May and Here is Proof, Says Champion County Pumpkin Grower and His Crew of Weirdos
Chantelle Leatherwood skis the westernmost line of May 22 in the Lower 48. ###Most people never ski in Humboldt County at all. No one skis in Humboldt County in late May. For…
County Health Experts Warn People to Stay Out of the Poopy Creek at Moonstone Beach
…The department is only advising that folks stay away from the creek and the area where the creek mixes with the surf. This is not the first time this issue has occurred…
‘No Room for Hate at Reggae’: Sizzla Performance Canceled
Homophobic dancehall star Sizzla will not be appearing at this year's Reggae on the River festival after all.Following the usual community uproar whenever a Murder Music artist gets booked in…
California Poised to Pass One of Nation’s Toughest Standards for Police to Shoot as Lawmakers Strike Historic Deal
…With their agreement to go neutral on the new version, passage appears nearly certain when the bill faces a vote on the Assembly floor next week. It must then go through the…
OBITUARY: Ben Gim Chin, Sr., 1922-2019
…In 1944, he was sent to the European theater, serving in France, Italy, North Africa and Germany. After being honorably discharged from the Army following the war, he worked in various restaurants…
OBITUARY: Nancy Only, 1940-2019
…She joined several local organizations, including the local chapter of the Red Hat Society, where she led the group’s kazoo band for a time, and the Unity Church of the Redwoods…
OBITUARY: Earle Adren Fennell, 1927-2019
…His life was lived in service to Jesus Christ, and he led many people to the Lord. He was loved and respected by numerous people in the church and the community. Adren…
Van Meter Leads the Way as Cubs Close in on History
…The senior not only pitched five hitless innings for the win, but also kickstarted the offense with a first-inning home run, as the No. 1 seed Cubs set the tone early…
Sigh. We’re Doing This Again? Gay-Bashing Doofus Sizzla Once Again Invited to Headline Reggae on the River
Sizzla Kalonji | FlickrPREVIOUSLY:Unrepentant Homophobe Sizzla to Headline Reggae on the RiverReggae Organizer Issues Statement on Sizzla, Promising to ‘Pull the Plug’ If Singer Makes Anti-Gay CommentsHumboldt Pride Calls for Cancellation…
Bowling! Laser Tag! Arcade Games! Humboldt Has a New Place to Let Hyper Children Roam Free
…The Bear River Family Entertainment Center is just the latest addition to the expanding Bear River Band of Rohnerville Rancheria leisure universe. The rancheria already boasts Bear River Casino, the Pump and…
Eureka Seniors Go Out With a Bang, Prepare for Bigger Things
…Under the direction of co-head coaches Katelyn Graeser and Sarah Fox, this is a program that preaches a positive attitude no matter what the circumstances, and one that emphasizes the life…
HCDTF: Fields Landing Woman’s Gun and Drug-Filled Home Raided
HCDTFHumboldt County Drug Task Force press release:On May 21st , 2019, at approximately 4:35 p.m., Special Agents with the Humboldt County Drug Task Force (HCDTF), with the assistance of the…
In Open Letter, Chancellor Welcomes New HSU Leader, Praises Outgoing President Rossbacher for Graduating Many Students
…He is a respected and innovative leader who will ably steer HSU into the next decade and beyond. Humboldt State is critical to the prosperity of the region. Through the quality of…
(AUDIO) An Arcata High Journalism Student Explores the Awkwardness of Urinals
…To support the Pepperbox, email Business Manager Hannah Pereira at hpereira@nohum.k12.ca.us to buy an add or subscription or donate to the cause of student journalism.###High school is…
BEWARE FAKE PG&E SCAM! Yet Another Phone/Letter Scam is Making The Rounds, Utility Warns
…PG&E’s Corporate Security department has received several reports in the past few days regarding scammers requesting payment on past due utility bills with a wire transfer, Green Dot card or…
Why California’s Efforts to Limit Soda Keep Fizzling
Despite public health warnings, the beverage industry is continuing to block efforts to tax sugary sodas in California.Earlier this year, Democrats in the state Capitol introduced several measures intended to limit…
OBITUARY: Wau-Kela Eliza Earlene Dowd, 2001-2019
…Burial will follow at LOOF cemetery in Crescent City, with reception at the Cultural Center immediately following.###The obituary above was submitted on behalf of Kela Dowd’s family. The Lost Coast…
OBITUARY: Cessie (Leslie) Ann Abbott, 1956-2019
…She was an avid sports lover, whether she was yelling from the sidelines, playing or coaching volleyball and softball, or watching her teams the Lakers and the Niners on TV. Cessie was…
No. 1 Panthers Take Care of Business
Photos by Ray Hamill/HumboldtSports.com – McKinleyville junior Cameron Saso got the win on the mound for the Panthers on Wednesday.This time around there was no letdown for the McKinleyville Panthers…
Sears Leads Arcata Tigers Past Piedmont
Photos by Ray Hamill/HumboldtSports.com – Junior pitcher Merick Sears threw a complete-game one-hitter to lead the Tigers to a 3-1 win on Wednesday.Merick Sears pitched a complete…
Mack Girls Moving on in Division IV; Arcata Bows Out
Photos by Ray Hamill/Humboldtsports.com – The McKinleyville Panthers comfortably took care of visiting Kennedy in the NCS playoffs on Wednesday.The McKinleyville Panthers showed no ill-affects from a 12-day…