Crystal Fennell, a 6th–8th grade English Language Arts teacher at Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary School in the Scotia Union School District, has been named the 2026-27 Humboldt County Teacher of the Year by the Humboldt County Superintendent of Schools, Michael Davies-Hughes. “Crystal Fennell shows what great teaching looks like,” said Davies-Hughes. “She builds strong connections […]
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Donated Quilts Bring Comfort to the Community
Whether it is a child who is in the foster system, a victim of domestic violence, or someone facing a serious illness, imagine the comfort that a hand-made quilt can bring. That is what the volunteers of Blanket Outreach Humboldt provide to many of the county’s non-profits. The organization exists as a part of the […]
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Memory Cafés Coming to Eureka and Fortuna
A Memory Café is a fun, welcoming gathering for people experiencing memory loss and those who care about them — caregivers, family members and friends. These informal get-togethers are a place to relax, connect with others who have shared life experiences and challenges, and enjoy companionship in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. The Humboldt Senior Resource […]
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Specialized Rescue Equipment Donated to Blue Lake Volunteer Fire Department
The Redwood Coast Mountain Bike Association (RCMBA) has donated a CMC Mule rescue litter wheel to the Blue Lake Volunteer Fire Department to support search and rescue operations and other community emergency needs. The CMC Mule litter wheel is designed to reduce the physical burden on emergency responders during patient transport in difficult terrain. While […]
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CPH Research Enhances Understanding of River Otters and Wetland Conservation
As communities around the globe celebrate World Otter Day on May 27, Cal Poly Humboldt graduate students, now alumni, helped expand scientific understanding of North American river otters and the coastal wetland ecosystems they call home through four research projects. The North Coast Otters Public Arts Initiative combined public art, community engagement, and conservation education […]
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Adult Day Health Care of Mad River Celebrates 40 Years, Launches New Services
Adult Day Health Care of Mad River is a medically based day program for adults who are dependent on others for some of their care and was established in 1985 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit on the campus of Mad River Community Hospital. Although we share a close relationship with the hospital, we have always been […]
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New Nursing Partnership Sends First CR Graduates to Cal Poly Humboldt
College of the Redwoods proudly celebrated the inaugural graduating class of its North Coast Concurrent Enrollment (NCCE) pathway, marking a major milestone for nursing education on the North Coast. Through a partnership between College of the Redwoods and Cal Poly Humboldt, the program operates as a Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP), providing nursing students with a streamlined and […]
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Humboldt Builders’ Exchange Announces 2026 Scholarship Winners
The Humboldt Builders Exchange is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship awards, recognizing outstanding local students pursuing careers in the construction trades and related industries. This year’s scholarship recipients are: “The $4,000 scholarship is hopefully enough to be of real service,” said Executive Director Jada Brotman. “The board had a very tough decision this […]
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Leadership Changes at Redwood Capital Bank
On May 14, 2026, Redwood Captial Bancorp, the only locally owned and operated community bank holding company in Humboldt County, announced the completion of a planned leadership transition. Effective May 14, 2026, Jennifer P. Budwig has assumed the role of President of Redwood Capital Bank and Redwood Capital Bancorp, while John E. Dalby, the bank’s […]
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Moonstone Beach Surfcamp Helps Kids Connect with the Ocean, Themselves and the Future
At a time when many kids are spending more hours indoors, attached to screens, and increasingly disconnected from nature, one small surf camp on the North Coast continues to offer something refreshingly simple—and increasingly important: real connection. For more than 25 years, Moonstone Beach Surfcamp has introduced thousands of children and families to the ocean through surfing, […]
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26th Annual North Coast Open Studios
North Coast Open Studios, showcasing 150 local creators, takes place Saturday and Sunday, June 6, 7, 13, and 14, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a kickoff art night on Friday, June 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. In its 26th year, this year’s event features studio visits between Eureka and Trinidad, and east […]
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Academy of the Redwoods Honored with 2026 California Distinguished Schools Award
Academy of the Redwoods (AR) was formally recognized as a 2026 California Distinguished School during a statewide awards ceremony held at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim on Friday, April 24, 2026. Principal Jack Millsap and teacher/advisor Gini Wozny traveled to Anaheim to accept the honor on behalf of the AR community and to participate in […]