Humboldt Made successfully hosted its Buyer’s Tour June 11–13, 2026, bringing buyers, retailers, industry leaders, and influencers from across Northern California to experience firsthand the products, businesses, and communities that make Humboldt County unique. Supported by Wildberries Marketplace, the City of Eureka, Sequoia Park Zoo, Bear River Casino Resort, Carter House Inns, and in partnership […]
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Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation Celebrates $3.5 million expansion of Xaa-wan’-k’wvt Head Start Early Learning Facility
The Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation is celebrating the completion of the 7,500-square-foot expansion of our Head Start Early Learning Program (XELP) facility with a ribbon cutting at 9:30 a.m. July 22, at 12840 Mouth of Smith River Road in Smith River, Calif. All are invited to attend the event and tour the facility. “This project represents […]
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AAUW–Humboldt Honors Two Outstanding High School Graduates
The Humboldt Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) recently awarded notebook computers to two graduates of Continuing Education Schools in Humboldt County. Selected by their teachers for their outstanding high school performance and interest in continuing their education, these students have achieved success despite life challenges that took them off the typical […]
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Local Documentary Film Receives $5,000 Grant
Soroptimist International of Humboldt Bay will present a $5,000 grant to Access Humboldt and the creative team behind Typically Trafficked on Saturday, June 27 at 11 a.m. at Carson Park, ahead of the Annual Walk Against Human Trafficking. The Annual Walk Against Human Trafficking takes place Saturday, June 27 from noon to 2 p.m. at […]
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Play Street Receives Rotary Club Donation
The Rotary Club of Eureka has awarded a $1,700 grant to Play Street, supporting the group’s mission to create an inclusive space for Humboldt County families and to empower parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities in advocating for their children. This grant will help fund essential equipment for Play Street’s new Multi-Sensory Play […]
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EPD Warns Community About Scam Targeting Elderly Resident
On June 11, 2026, the Eureka Police Department (EPD) responded to a report of fraud. During the investigation, it was determined that several unknown suspects contacted an elderly victim by telephone, falsely claiming to represent the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and were associated with government agencies. The suspects told the victim that they owed money […]
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Scotia’s Fennell Named Humboldt County Teacher of the Year
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 […]