Hatchet House and The Axe Box Am I the only one among us who’s a bit concerned to learn that we’ve decided that whether we’re celebrating a loving union or a bitter breakup, its best to have sharp blades nearby? Seeing that readers dubbed Arcata’s Hatchet House — where patrons can sip beer and toss […]
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Best of Cannabis
Cannabis Budtender Mac at THCC 1662 Myrtle Ave. Suite A, Eureka (707) 442-2420 Find us on leafly.com Cannabis Manufacturer UpNorth 5550 West End Road, Arcata (707) 630-5179 upnorthhumboldt.com Cannabis Nursery Highline Nursery 604 State Route 36, Fortuna (707) 617-2505 highlinenursery.com Dispensary The Humboldt County Collective (THCC) 1662 Myrtle Ave. Suite A, Eureka (707) 442-2420 Find […]
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Best of Bonus Round!
Best Place for a Picnic : Redwood Park “Hey, Boo Boo, let’s go get us a pic-a-nic basket and head to Redwood Park!” Just like Yogi, readers of the North Coast Journal are smarter than the average bear, and they know where to find the perfect picnic experience. Nestled in the heart of Arcata, and […]
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Best of Humboldt 2024
The die has been cast and it’s time to crown the victors in this game of BEST. Over the course of a couple months, readers nominated their favorite people, places, businesses and things in Humboldt County, then took to the proverbial polls to cast votes and push their favorites past Go. After a few laps […]
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Best of Food and Drink
Best Chicken Sandwich and French Fries: Pineapple Express Like the atmospheric river that shares its name, the Pineapple Express food truck has swept through Humboldt and, like the cannabis strain that shares its name, given us serious munchies. Journal readers chose the truck and now restaurant (the former Humboldt Soup Co. location at 1019 Myrtle […]
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Best of Arts & Entertainment
Best Artworks Mural: Josiah Lawson Mural at Arcata High School One of the biggest struggles some murals face is balancing artist intentions with how the message will be perceived by the public. But in a place where many beautiful murals pepper the walls of our local buildings and schools, this piece winning Best Of is […]
Posted inLifelines
Silvia Maria Leonardo
With great sadness our beloved mother, Silvia Maria Leonardo passed away peacefully on July 8, 2024, at the age of 84 with both her children by her side. Born December 21st, 1939, in Fortuna to John and Lena Saottini. Mom and her older brother Eugene were raised on their parents’ dairy and vegetable farm in […]
Posted inNews (NCJ)
Tom Jackson Jr. Retreating and Controversy around the Old Jacobs Middle School
On this week’s episode of the NCJ Preview, we’re joined by California Local News fellow Kelby McIntosh, as he talks about Cal Poly Humboldt President Tom Jackson Jr. retreating to a tenured professor position at the university, updates to the controversy swirling around the Eureka City Schools Board of Trustees and the old Jacobs Middle […]
Posted inLetters + Opinion
On Project 2025
Editor: Thank you Mr. Greenson for your editorial “The Crisis of Our Time,” and reporting on Project 2025 (“Huffman Talks Project 2025,” July 18). I think this issue will galvanize the majority of voters who would prefer not to have a huge police state and fewer checks on presidential power. Project 2025 has 140 members […]
Posted inArt Walks + Festivals
Trinidad Art Night
This townwide walk includes a variety of live music, artist receptions, face painting, skate ramps, pop-up sales, oyster, cider or wine tastings. Presented by Forbes & Associates: Sarah Corliss, produced by Westhaven Center for the Arts. For more info, call (707) 834-2479 or visit trinidadartnight.com. THE LIGHTHOUSE GRILL 355 Main St. Genise Smith, digital art; […]
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‘Make it Forever Unnecessary’
Editor: Many heartfelt thanks to all the volunteers who logged several 10-hour days working to give free health care to so many of our friends and neighbors who lack basic healthcare access. Medical professionals gave their time and expertise and scores of helpers worked selflessly to ensure that so many were relieved of pain and disabilities. What a […]
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NCJ Preview: Humboldt Lines Up for Free Care and Huffman Talks Project 2025
On this week’s episode of the NCJ Preview, we’re joined by news editor Thadeus Greenson to talk about his cover story interview with North Coast Congressmember Jared Huffam on Project 2025, as well as the massive volunteer effort led by local dentist Ted Lewis to put on a free two-day medical, vision, and dental clinic. […]