This week we’re talking about the release of Jeff Woodke, a McKinleyville man held hostage in West Africa for six years after being kidnapped while doing missionary work in Niger. We’ve also got a preview of NCJ’s inaugural Taco Week and a look at the Redwood Art Association’s Spring Exhibition. Hit subscribe for weekly updates […]
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NCJ Preview: Flag Flap, Plays and Windy/Motor City Pizza
This week we’re talking about Arcata’s Measure M, which adds an Earth flag atop the national flag. But does the environmental gesture conflict with state and federal law? We’ve also got two local theatre productions, Radium Girls and Sister Act up for review. And if you’re craving pizza, we’ve got the story on Detroit and […]
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NCJ Preview: Transparency, a Hostage Released, Indigenous Boats and More
Celebrate Sunshine Week with us (despite the rain) by reading this year’s Foilies, highlighting the worst in government transparency across the nation. Also worth celebrating is the release of McKinley man Jeff Woodke, who’d been held hostage in West Africa for six years. We’ll also touch on some turnover at the Humboldt County Fair Association, […]
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NCJ Preview: The Cannabis Issue
This week’s Cannabis Issue takes on the cannabis reform voter initiative set to appear on ballots in 2024. We’ll walk you through the proposed regulations and what they mean for Humboldt communities. We’ve also got a recipe for sticky infused chicken wings with both a spicy and THC kick. Finally, a little levity with some […]
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NCJ Preview: Otters, Cows, a Dark Theater and the Ritz
This week we’re talking about the possible return of sea otters to the North Coast, a countywide look at mental health services, help for hungry cows and more. We’re also checking out local theater and an iconic restaurant location reopening. Hit subscribe for weekly roundups of local stories.
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NCJ Preview: Snow and Hot Pierogi
How about this weather? This week we’re looking back at a wild week of snow around the county, how it affected roads and safety, as well as the beautiful photos our readers took to capture the scene. Then we’re warming up with a story about a food stand bringing Polish potato dumplings to Humboldt. Hit […]
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NCJ Preview: Pet Pics, a Curious Case and Beach Stuff
It’s time again for the NCJ Pet Photo Issue and we’re squee-ing over your best friends’ pics. In serious matters, we’re looking at a twist in a dismissed murder charge in Humboldt. Also, the state is evaluating strategies for helping homeless people. We’ll share what its findings are so far. Then we head to the […]
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NCJ Preview: Post-Chinese Expulsion History, Student Housing and Pizza
This week, we’re looking back on how anti-Chinese racism kept a cannery from making money for the Eel River Valley in the 1880s. And as the housing drama at Cal Poly Humboldt grows, we’ve got an update on how the university plans to house incoming and continuing students. We’re also sinking our teeth into the […]
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NCJ Preview: Wildlife, Academy of the Redwoods and Restaurant Harassment
This week we’ve got a photo story from wildlife photographer Talia Rose, who documents life on the Eel River, including some wild pigs of late. We’re also talking about former Mayor Susan Seaman’s take on the controversy surrounding Eureka City Schools and the Academy of the Redwoods. Finally, we’re talking about sexual harassment in the […]
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NCJ Preview: Shaky Hospitals, Organic Waste, Bohn’s Offensive Comment and Good Eats
This week we’ve got a cover story on the challenge of retrofitting hospitals, particularly in rural areas like ours, for earthquake safety. We’re also looking at ways to fight climate change by diverting organic waste from landfill. And Humboldt County Supervisor Rex Bohn has once again drawn criticism for an offensive comment, this time a […]
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NCJ Preview: Embezzlement, a Singing Chef and Spearfishing
This week we’re looking at the alleged embezzlement at the Humboldt County Fair Association. We’re also talking about the singing coming from the kitchen at Opera Alley Bistro, where the chef croons while he cooks. Finally, we’ve got tips for those who want to spearfish in Humboldt. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on local stories.
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NCJ Preview: Abortion Access, Native Foodways for Youth
This week, for our Health and Wellness issue, we’re talking about local barriers to abortion access, despite legal rights. Funding, transportation, Catholic-run hospitals and can make it difficult to make reproductive choices here in Humboldt. We’ll also look back at the tragedies of deadly illegal abortions through Humboldt’s history. We’re also checking out how a […]