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 […]
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May is Bike Month in Humboldt
The Bike Month Coalition has packed the calendar with free rides, community events, and friendly competition for cyclists of all ages and skill levels. Stevie Luther, Bike Month Humboldt Coalition Chair, stated that Bike Month begins with Humboldt Bike Challenge. “Get some extra inspiration by competing with other local cyclists, or challenging yourself to ride […]
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Humboldt Library Foundation Delivers a Whopping $200,000 in Funding
In times of economic uncertainty and tight public budgets, private donations are more critical than ever to keep our libraries dynamic and welcoming. In 2025, the Humboldt Library Foundation provided $200,000 to fund programs, special projects, and to purchase books and materials for our local libraries. “Through the generosity of our donors, we all help […]
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Salmon Recovery Efforts to Receive $6 Million in Federal Funding
The Bureau of Indian Affairs and NOAA Fisheries recently invested $6 million in a tribally led initiative to implement the first-ever large-scale reintroduction of critically imperiled spring-run Chinook salmon within The Klamath Tribes’ ancestral territory. The funds will enable the Klamath Tribes to establish up to 40 remote incubation sites in cold-water streams above upper […]
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Whale Tail Grants to Fund Education, Conservation and Access
The California Coastal Commission approved on Wednesday $2 million in grants for schools, nonprofits and tribes. The grants advance public education, conservation and access to the coast. The Coastal Commission approved 47 grants after receiving a record-breaking 434 applications requesting a total of nearly $17 million. Many of these requests came from first-time applicants with […]