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 […]
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The Kneeland Volunteer Fire Department Needs You
Outside of the three paid fire department jurisdictions in Humboldt County, when you dial 911, you’re not calling a large, fully-staffed department. You’re calling on your neighbors. And right now there simply aren’t enough people answering that call. Scott Harris, Kneeland Fire captain serving the 128-square mile response area of the Kneeland Fire Protection District, has […]
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Arcata High Debate Team’s Historic Win
The Arcata High School Forensics team competed at the Ronald Reagan Debate Series competition in Redding on April 11, 2026. This competition marked the first time in decades that Arcata High has had a speech and debate team compete, and the AHS team is currently the only competitive high school team in Humboldt County. AHS […]
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Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury Needs More Applicants
The Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt asks that the public submit applications for the upcoming 2026/2027 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury term (July 1-June 30). The Humboldt Superior Court empanels 19 citizens to act as an independent body of the judicial system each year. The Court accepts applications from citizens representing a broad cross-section […]
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Meet Cal Poly Humboldt’s Champions of Sustainability 2026
The 10th annual Sustainability Champion Awards program honors Cal Poly Humboldt students, faculty, and staff whose practices have deepened a culture of sustainability on campus, have furthered the integration of sustainability into academics or student life, or have reduced the University’s environmental footprint. Each year, a selection committee reviews nominations and selects one faculty, one […]
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Southern Humboldt Family Resource Center Receives 2026 Children First Award
The Southern Humboldt Family Resource Center (SHFRC) has been awarded the 2026 Children First Award by the Child Abuse Prevention Coordinating Council (CAPCC) of Humboldt County. CAPCC recognizes organizations whose dedication to children’s well-being and family support goes above and beyond. SHFRC serves as a critical hub for families across Southern Humboldt, offering a wide range of […]
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CR Celebrates Graduation of 34 Fire Academy Cadets
The College of the Redwoods proudly announces that 34 Fire Academy Cadets graduated April 26, marking a major milestone as the first class to complete the program under full State Fire Training accreditation. This achievement represents a significant step forward in the evolution and recognition of the college’s fire training program. Over the course of […]