Born to parents Dave and Echo Loughland in Roseburg, Oregon, Tammy Rochelle Reid is survived by her sister Kelly and niece Kacie, of Las Vegas; and children Duffy, Amanda and Brian. Also, best friend Margaret Lindholm; special friend Paul McEwen, and care worker and friend Dejah Barley. Along with many good friends too numerous to […]
North Coast Journal Staff
Posted inLifelines
Lee Roy Whitman August 2, 1948-April 8, 2025
Lee Roy Whitman, son of Ethen Miles Whitman and Carolyn May Whitman, passed away April 8, 2025, at his home in Blue Lake at the age of 76. Lee was born in Ellensburg, Washington, on Aug. 2, 1948. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Karis Marie Yerton, and his brother, Mark […]
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Summer of Fun 2025
General & Multi Activities “Weaving The Web” A Textile Youth Camp Experience with Bellamy Devine. Mon., July 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tue., July 8, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Wed., July 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Thu., July 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and Fri., July 11, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 24 Fellowship Way, Bayside. These […]
Posted inLetters + Opinion
‘Under the Rug’
Editor: Recently, a report circulated indicating Amazon might separately state the tariff charge on items sold. In response, the Trump administration’s press secretary disparaged Amazon, saying Amazon was motivated by Chinese propagandists and such actions would be “hostile and political” (“The Real Cost of Eggs,” May 1). In reality, Amazon had only considered this for […]
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‘Wailing and Gnashing’
Editor: The wailing and gnashing of teeth continues with last week’s “The Real Cost of Eggs” Editorial. Keep in mind that the person most responsible for President Trump’s election is the senile Joseph R. Biden and the servient legacy media in America. President Trump has accomplished his signature No. 1 item. He has closed the […]
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North Coast Open Studios 2025
Weekend 1 is June 7-8 and Weekend 2 is June 14-15. Studios are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, unless otherwise noted. North Coast Open Studios Art Night is Friday, June 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. A listing of participating artists and Art Night-specific maps are on pages 4-5. […]
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Correction
An article in the May 1, 2025 edition of the North Coast Journal headlined “From Garden to Table in the Hall” contained inaccurate information. The Harvest of the Month program referenced in the story is run by the Humboldt County Office of Education and largely funded through the Department of Health and Human Services’ Cal […]
Posted inArts + Scene
Clam Beach Impressions
<p Sunshine brings me to the water’s edge. Kite surfers glide happily in the winds that blow so fiercely I can hear Ginsberg’s high-pitched howl through my earrings. My hair flies like Medusa’s snakes on my head. A driftwood structure offers some relief. Remnants of a camper’s fire warn of what else may lie within. […]
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Adrienne Claire Freeman
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Adrienne Claire Freeman, who left us on March 17, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 83 years old. Adrienne, aka Mitzi, was known for her strength, determination and fierce love for her family. A woman of resilience, she […]
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William (Bill) Howard Welliver
Bill died peacefully in his sleep next to his wife Susan, after a four-year journey with lung cancer. Bill was born in Elmira, New York, to Arthur Scott Welliver and Ann S. Clute. Sadly, his mom died young. His father later married Nancy Beecher, who was a second mom to Bill and nine siblings. He […]
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I am so close
Redwoods willing Every drip rises Above forest floors Towards horizons Calling forever To just let go — Kirk Gothier
Posted inArt Walks + Festivals
First Saturday Night Arts Alive
Experience the vibrant atmosphere as galleries, museums, theaters, bars and restaurants extend their hours for your enjoyment. 4TH STREET MERCANTILE 215 Fourth St. Various artists. ART CENTER FRAME SHOP 616 Second St. Sandra Henry, Sara Starr, Lynne Bryan and Judy Lachowsky, watercolors. ART CENTER SPACE 620 Second St. Various local artists. BELLE STARR 405 Second […]