Julio Valdez: Reanimating Community Classes in Rio Dell
At the age of 7, Julio Valdez created his first animation work by using the setting sun’s glow as a makeshift lightbox while making a flip book. Now 46, with credits on Cartoon Network shows, he’s working to inspire others to become animators in his…
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Fred Korematsu Day Celebration
As ICE raids terrorize American cities and executive orders test constitutional limits, Fred Korematsu’s defiance…
Ferndale Stabbing, SWAT Standoff End With Arrest
A Ferndale resident arrested after a SWAT standoff at a Van Ness Avenue residence on…
First 5 Funding for Fortuna Playgroup
The Gene Lucas Community Center Playgroup in Fortuna greatly and proudly acknowledges and appreciates the…
Soroptimist Honors Girls of the Month
Soroptimist International of the Eel River Valley (SIERV) honors three senior girls each month from…
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Say Yes to Less Stress
You’ve got the ring and the “Yes!” Now what? If the thought of planning a wedding has you stress-scrolling through Pinterest at 2 a.m., take a breath and head to the Before “I Do” Wedding Show happening Sunday, Jan. 18,…
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Drop-In Pottery Painting
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Elsholtz Grocery Store
An undated black and white photo of the old Elsholtz Grocery store on the corner…
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Due Process
Editor: “Just do what the police tell you and you won’t get shot.” Used to be good advice and generally worked if you are white.…
This Week Down at the FPDs – Jan. 5-11, 2026
Ferndale Jan. 5: A woman on Shaw Avenue and Main Street reported a vehicle splashed a substance onto her car on Dec. 20. Documented. (2:10…
Ferndale Arts Gallery December-January Featured Artists
One can quickly see the influence of Humboldt wildlife on Julie Cairns’ ceramics. The redwoods, ocean, mountains, and flowers all find their way into the…
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