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Berit Meyer and Brian Ferguson Roll On
Berit Meyer traded San Francisco Bay for Humboldt Bay in 1978 to attend Humboldt State University. By 1981, she had her wildlife management diploma in one hand and a ticket to Alaska in the other. “I literally had one toe out the door,” she recalls. Humboldt had other plans. Berit received a graduation present from…
Quality Counts Humboldt Awards Over $200,000 to Local Early Education Programs and Providers
The Humboldt Quality Counts Consortium is proud to recognize and celebrate the participants in the Quality Counts Humboldt (QCC) programs for 2024-25. QCC Humboldt supports the innovation and implementation of quality early education in real time and in ways that recognize and reward the dedication and professionalism of early education/child care providers. In addition to…
Cocina Oaxaqeña’s Regional Riches
A surefire way to pull yourself out of your knee-jerk Mexican restaurant order is to go regional. Don’t worry, your steady burrito won’t forget you. Tucked along Walnut Drive in Cutten, Cocina Oaxaqueña offers the flavors and specialties of its namesake, the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca. The coastal region’s Indigenous culture and flavors come through…
Lafayette Elementary School in Eureka and Linsen Elementary School in Taiwan Establish Sister-School Partnership
In a ceremonial signing at the Humboldt County Office of Education (HCOE), the dignitaries of Eureka City Schools, Lafayette Elementary School, Linsen Elementary School, and Taiwan’s Ministry of Education met over Zoom to formalize the relationship. The event began with the recognition of dignitaries from both countries, followed by a performance by the Recorder Choir…
Navigating Complex Healthcare
Patient advocacy is about getting your needs met within the healthcare system. Dr. Wheeler works for you, not your healthcare providers. Patient advocacy can help you get the most out of your healthcare. From helping you find a provider, to attending appointments, working with insurance denials and appeals, or even end of life planning- Dr.…
Santa’s Workshop Thanks the Community
On behalf of Santa’s Workshop 2025, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our generous community for making our 2025 Santa’s Workshop a huge success. We were able to serve 310 children from three elementary schools the magic of the holidays by providing an event that allowed them to spend time with Santa…
Premier Financial Group, Inc. Announces Leadership Transformations
Premier Financial Group, a leading independent fiduciary wealth management firm, proudly announces a strategic leadership transformation designed to position the company for continued growth, innovation, and national expansion. Effective immediately, Teresa Conley, CFP®, has been appointed as Premier Financial Group’s first Chief Executive Officer (CEO). A 23-year veteran of the firm, Conley has served in…
Meet the New Team at the Clarke Museum
The Clarke Historical Museum is happy to announce the new Executive Director, Marketing/Events Coordinator and Concierge. Our new Executive Director, Shawn DeNell Wagner, brings a rich background in arts administration, public service, and community engagement to her role as Executive Director. A graduate of Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre and Humboldt State University, she…
Coast Central Credit Union Grant Program Awards $150,000
Coast Central Credit Union is excited to announce our Board of Directors has approved a total of $150,000 in grants to 25 local organizations throughout Humboldt, Del Norte and Trinity counties for the fall 2025 round of its Community Investment Program. In addition to its grant program, Coast Central also supports local communities through sponsorships…
Humboldt Association of Realtors® Announces Nearly $60,000 in Community Giving for 2025
The Humboldt Association of Realtors® (HAR) is proud to announce that it donated nearly $60,000 to organizations across Humboldt County in 2025, continuing its long-standing commitment to strengthening the community it serves. At the center of HAR’s philanthropic mission is a guiding belief: “The Humboldt Association of Realtors® nurtures a culture of giving. Through service,…
Humboldt Botanical Garden Appoints Interim Executive Director
The Board of Directors of the Humboldt Botanical Garden announces the appointment of veteran garden director Scot Medbury as half-time interim executive director, effective November 10, 2025. “We are delighted to welcome Scot as we plan our way forward,” said Board President Evelyn Giddings. Medbury has been involved in the curation, cultivation and interpretation of…
Save Time, Tackle Dinner with Two Quick, Convenient Recipes
Family Features If hectic weeknights leave you feeling like time is constantly slipping away, saving a few extra minutes in the kitchen can begin with alternative cooking methods and easy recipes without all the fuss. Rather than waiting for the oven to preheat, you can tackle family dinners by stir-frying and air-frying your way to…
2026 New Year Outlook: Three Ways to Win in Business when the Rules are Changing
StatePoint Unprecedented. That’s the consensus for the 2025 economy. Business leaders navigated supply chain challenges, geopolitical tensions, technology disruptions, economic uncertainty and government shutdown. It’s natural they look toward 2026 with concern. According to Wells Fargo Commercial Banking, having weathered 2025 affords an opportunity for decision-makers who prioritize resilience, innovation and talent development. Here are…
