Long overlooked Valley West in Arcata is seeing changes. We’ll talk about how residents are organizing and and getting heard. We’ve also got an update on Measure S cannabis taxation and great news for folks with mobility issues who want to hit the trails. Finally, get ready to plan your weekend because Humboldt festivals will […]
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Crossing Crisis, Ghosts Students and New Food and Drink
This week we’re talking about the dangers of crossing traffic on Fourth and Fifth streets in Eureka and what can be done about it. And over at College of the Redwoods, the “ghost student” scam is taking vital funds and class space. We’ve got a sneak peek at the new restaurant and new brewery opening […]
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Burgers, Backpacks, Media and Weekend Recs
Grab some napkins — it’s NCJ Burger Week! And speaking of food, local nonprofit Food for People is calling for your help feeding kids in need. We’re also looking at why a local arrest blew up on right-wing media outlets. Finally, pick up some tips on local art and music shows this week, and what […]
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Wildlife Emergency, Guns and Funky Wine
The nonprofit Humboldt Wildlife Care Center is in a financial emergency of its own. We’ve got the story on how the dedicated folks there help keep animals wild and how you can help. We’re also looking at the spate of teen gun possession incidents in Fortuna and bidding farewell to a former newsroom colleague. Finally, […]
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Disaster Response, Crowley, Art in Piles and Salsas
This week we’ve got a look at how disaster response on the North Coast has evolved from blackouts to wildfires. Then we’ll talk about some concerns regarding Crowley Maritime’s human rights track record and how they might impact the potential wind farm the company could be working on. We’re also checking out a big pile […]
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Quake Recovery, Chili Mess, Fermentation and Greek Sass
This week we’re checking in on post-quake recovery in Rio Dell, where FEMA funds have not come through and residents are struggling. We’ve also got a look at the fallout from a business owner’s homophobic comments at the Humboldt County Fair’s annual chili cook-off. In happier news, we’re talking fermented koji and miso, as well […]
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Humboldt History, Maui Fires and Fair Baking
This week we’ve got a historian’s look back on how Japanese people fared in our county in the wake of the Chinese Expulsion. We’re also sharing a first-hand account of the fires in Maui from a reserve Ferndale police officer who lost his family home. Finally, a dispatch from the county fair’s baking competition. Hit […]
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Jury Ghosting, Harbor Labor, SpongeBob and New Eats
Why aren’t people showing up for jury duty or even responding to their notices? We’ll look at the reason Humboldt is at the bottom of the juror response barrel and how that impacts trials locally. We’re also looking at harbor labor agreements ahead of the proposed offshore wind farm construction. The SpongeBob Musical is on […]
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Best of Humboldt, Mel Berti and Leon Warmuth
It’s the Best of Humboldt issue and we’re celebrating winners from hot dogs to music shops. We’re also looking back on the lives and contributions of a couple of notable locals who’ve died in the last weeks: Mel Berti and Leon Warmuth. And we’ve got summer music and scary movies to recommend. Hit subscribe for […]
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Wind Power, Dreamy Dunes and Cool Carrots
This week we’re looking into the nuts and bolts of the proposed offshore wind power operation, from construction to environmental impacts, as well as where the project stands and what public concerns are. We’ve also got a look at the otherworldly landscapes of the Ma-le’l Dunes North and a cool carrot recipe from Turkey. Hit […]
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NCJ Preview: Rodeo, a Teacher Pays it Forward and a Food Truck Heads North
We’re talking about local photographer Mark Larson’s rodeo pictures, hunger in Humboldt, a teacher’s quest to give back and the Pineapple Express food truck’s improbable and delicious journey. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.
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NCJ Preview: Fungi, Schneider Home Coming Down, Blue Lake on Parade
We’re talking about Humboldt County’s bounty of fungi and what to do with it, developer Travis Schneider’s home coming down, Annie and Mary Days in Blue Lake and more. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.