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Six Arrested on Weed Charges After Being Detained by Construction Workers on Highway 36
…The SUV went around the line of traffic and almost ran over the flagger. As the SUV continued through the closure, the construction crew blocked the SUV from continuing with heavy equipment…
MOUTH of BROTMAN: Double D Steak is the Kind of Place That Tells You Up Front the Cheesecake is From Costco — and That’s a Good Thing, Sort Of
…The friendly waitress was quick on her feet and honest, extending to not lying about the origin of the cheesecake, which was Costco. The creme brulee was house-made, but not the…
OBITUARY: Charles Edward Smith, 1968-2017
…Charles joined the Navy in 1987 and served on the USS Forrestal CV-59 during the Persian Gulf War. Serving in Europe and the Middle East opened his eyes to people suffering…
OBITUARY: Steven Parks, 1951-2017
…At Steven’s request there will be no memorial services.Rest in peace, dear Steven.###The obituary above was submitted on behalf of Steven Parks’ family. The Lost Coast Outpost runs obituaries…
OBITUARY: Tracy Perkins, 1969-2017
…Being both “Mom and Dad” didn’t come easy, and the family often joked that Cassie was really the “Mom” in the relationship! Tracy was very proud of her daughter. She was…
(VIDEO) P.O.P. TEAM II: Dirty Needles and Mountains of Trash Have Become Perilous Problems in Eureka’s Public Places
…Over the years an extensive homeless encampment was formed on the greenbelt along Humboldt Bay in Eureka, coined the "Devil's Playground." But due to the environmental degradation, crime and the city…
Sheriff’s Office Rips Out Nearly 12,000 Plants, Finds Enviro Violations Galore in Two-Day Raid
…The search warrant covered two parcels of land that was under the same ownership. The following agencies assisted DEU with this investigation: Wardens from California Fish and Wildlife, Environmental Scientists from California…
Snatch Up Your Favorite Pies While You Can — Eureka’s Marie Callender’s Closes Its Doors Today
Eureka's Marie Callender's is closing up shop after today. | John FerraraAt first glance, its would seem to be any other day at the chain restaurant — families laugh over lunch, a…
ARCATA POLICE: Internet Rumors Saying That Josiah Lawson’s Friend is Suspected in His Murder are Categorically False, and the Author of These Rumors Knows Nothing
From the Arcata Police Department: Arcata Police Department continues an active investigation into the murder of David Josiah Lawson. Recently posts accusing Lawson’s friend, Elijah Chandler, of being a suspect under…
What’s the Story With That Place? The Underground Scientology Vault Near Petrolia
A drone-captured image of the entrance to an underground archival vault near Petrolia. The vault holds writings and recordings of Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard. | From YouTube user Angry Thetan.PREVIOUSLYNEW…
Humboldt County Animal Shelter in Need of Donations to Cover Medical Expenses for Hurt and Sick Animals, Some May be Euthanized if Goals Aren’t Met
Humboldt County SHeriff's Office press release:The Humboldt County Animal Shelter is currently housing close to 50 animals. Many of those animals are in need of significant medical attention when they…
Suspected Hash Lab Explosion West of Willits Blows Hole in Roof of 30,000-Square-Foot Warehouse
From the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office:On 09-12-2017 at 1:41 PM deputies from the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to assist the Little Lake Fire Department…
Betty Chinn Proposes New Homeless Day Use Center on Wabash; Community Meeting on Project to Be Held Next Week
…Mullen said that they're hoping to hear from neighbors of the proposed facility and from members of the homeless community at the meeting.From the Eureka Police Department:The City of…
Eureka Police Arrest Suspect in Gas Station Robbery
…KochOn September 14, 2017, at about 11:45 a.m., the Eureka Police Department arrested 26-year-old Eddie Koch of Eureka, after he was contacted near the 1900 block of Broadway…
Say Goodbye to Summer: a Sharp Drop in Temperatures Forecast for Humboldt’s Interior Next Week
NWS.Rain, cooler temperatures, and maybe even some snow is forecast for the interior areas of the Emerald Triangle in the coming days.Eureka's National Weather Service office reports that an…
McGuire Bill Requiring Presidential Candidates to Disclose Tax Returns Heads to Governor’s Desk
…SB 149 helps to reestablish desperately needed transparency in the White House, and we are looking forward to seeing the Governor’s signature on the bill.”SB 149 – the Presidential Tax Transparency…
OBITUARY: Ruth Ann Settle, 1945-2017
…She would giggle about the many players at the casinos who were in fear of her and their money at the poker table. Ruth won a spot in the World Series of…
OBITUARY: JoAnn Margery Taylor, 1931-2017
…Matthew 5:12.###The obituary above was submitted by JoAnn Taylor’s family. The Lost Coast Outpost runs obituaries of Humboldt County residents at no charge. See guidelines here.
OBITUARY: Roxana Louise Hand, 1940-2017
…She talked excitedly about the talent and commitment she saw in these young people. Roxana sang with the Atlanta Feminist Women’s Choir and the Arcata Interfaith Gospel Choir. She was an…
KITTEN OVERLOAD! Humboldt Animal Rescue Team is Overflowing With Cats in Need of Good Homes
…The organization says its kennels are filled and that it will be unable to rescue any more cats in the meantime.As a result, HART has temporarily lowered its kitten price to…
Judge Rules That Shawn Hof Jr. Can Be Tried for Attempted Murder of Fish and Wildlife Warden; Poaching Suspect Was on the Run for Nearly a Year
…Then the shooter climbed through a sliding window into the cab and continued firing from the passenger-side window. During the chase Wheeler’s truck ran off the road and struck a…
Rio Dell Couple Appear in Court, Charged With Murder After Deadly Hash Lab Explosion
PREVIOUSLY: (VIDEO) At Least Three People Reported Injured After Explosion, Fire at Rio Dell Home# # #The arraignment has been postponed for a Rio Dell couple charged with murdering a man who was…
(VIDEO) The Squabbling Has Ended and the Dredging Has Begun! After Bureaucratic Scrap, the City of Eureka is Finally Excavating the Gunk From the City’s Public Marina
Video of yesterday's dredging efforts. | John Ferrara.Ocean mist sprays into the air as an excavator claw plunges deep into the murky saltwater of Eureka’s Public Marina.A 55-foot…
CalFire is Helicopter-Dousing a Burning Stump in the Arcata Community Forest
…A CalFire helicopter has been making water runs to and from the location. What's ablaze? The editor of The Lumberjack, HSU's student newspaper, made the trek back into the woods…
YOUR WEEK IN OCEAN: Coastal Cleanup Day This Saturday! Here Are a Bunch of Beaches That Need Your Help
The forecast for Saturday is mid 60s and partly sunny, which means a perfect Humboldt beach day! Make it a special beach day by participating in International Coastal Cleanup Day, the world…
(VIDEO) P.O.P. TEAM: A Day With Eureka’s Problem Oriented Policing Unit, Illegal Encampments and Disorder Continue in the Greenbelt
…And despite a lot of effort, substance abuse, homelessness and crime always top the list. In 2009 the Eureka Police Department decided to develop a special unit to address the problems that…
Baby-Faced Arcata Baller With ‘The Look’ Finds Work as Model for Major Sports Brands, Eyes Pro Career Overseas
…Wilson graduated college summa cum laude this spring with a 4.0 GPA and was named the Concordia University Scholar Athlete of the Year during the 2016-17 season.Wilson earned a…
OBITUARY: John William Bartel, 1975-2017
…There will be a reception following the ceremony at Azalea Hall, across the street. Please come share your memories of John. He will be missed.###The obituary above was submitted on behalf…
Homicide Victim Dumped on Road in Northern Mendocino; Sheriff’s Office Seeking Witnesses
…The scene appeared to be an area where the body was dumped but did not appear to be the scene of the crime. The investigation revealed the body was placed at the…
Homeless Man Wanted For SoCal Murder Arrested in SoHum
…Anyone with information for the Sheriff’s Office regarding this case or related criminal activity is encouraged to call the Sheriff’s Office at 707-445- 7251 or the Sheriff’s Office…