The votes have been tallied and the Best of Humboldt issue is here, so we’re taking a look at this year’s winners. And after a heartbreaking championship series, we’ve got Player of the Year picks for our Humboldt Crabs. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.
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A look at the stories in this week’s paper and online.
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Theater in Prison and Owl Controversy
This week we’re looking at Dell’Arte’s theater program at Pelican Bay State Prison, the subject of a new documentary. We’ve also got an update on the Barred Owl culling plan to save the Northern Spotted Owl for extinction, which is now itself under threat. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.
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Symphonies and Blue Lake’s Quandaries
This week, Setlist columnist Collin Yeo joins us to talk about Carol Jacobson of the Eureka Symphony and his story about how both have enriched our community’s music scene. Then we’ve got an update on the Blue Lake City Council recall, which could leave remaining members unable to fill its ranks. Hit subscribe for weekly […]
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Blood Drive Dinners and Changes to Megan’s Law Registry
This week we’re looking at why a law is allowing sex offenders to petition for removal from California’s online registry, and how one survivor is fighting to change that. We’ve also got a story about how the North Coast Community Blood Bank is using food to remove barriers to donation and turning it into an […]
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Youth Housing, Ramen and a Newsroom Farewell
This week we’re looking at what the Wiyot Tribe is doing to help youth and seniors in need of housing as the Dishgamu Community Land Trust breaks ground on a new project. We’ve also got the details on Kokoro Ramen, recently opened in Old Town. And we’re saying a fond farewell to Thadeus Greenson, Journal […]
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Unraveled and Overturned Cases, and Street Food
This week’s cover is a CalMatters story about how a Hoopa man was arrested for a 32-year-old murder, and how a defense investigator unraveled the case against him. We also have an update on why the murder conviction of Jake Henry Combs has been overturned and what happens next. Finally, we’re sharing top picks from […]
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No Kings Protest, Oyster Fest and Restaurant Week
We’ve got Restaurant Week on the cover this issue. Inside, we’re looking back on a weekend of protest in Eureka and across the country, and Oyster Fest in Arcata. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.
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Open Studios, More on the Bear River Shooting and Providence Suits
This week we’re peeking into artists’ workspaces during North Coast Open Studios. We’ve also got news about efforts to get vital abortion care for St. Joseph Hospital patients, as well as what we know about the shooting at Bear River Recreation Center. And finally, our first look at the new Humboldt Dockside Market. Hit subscribe […]
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The Humboldt Crabs and Blue Lake’s Council Drama
This week we’re delving into the history, founders, newly renovated ballpark and even the snack shack of the Humboldt Crabs. We’ve also got an update on the shake-up in Blue Lake where a recall of city councilmembers has begun. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.
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Kinetic Glory, Trump Cuts and Rural Portraits
Our Glorious edition features the three-day Kinetic Grand Championship race. We’ve also got an update on how Trump’s cuts are impacting vital services for folks in Humboldt County. Finally, we have the story of a painter who focuses on the warmth, humor and humanity of rural Humboldt. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on local stories.
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Controlled Burning, the Woman’s Club, Accessibility and Abortion
This week we have a story from Indian Country Today about the Karuk Tribe and a historic agreement with the state to make way for “good fire.” We’re also looking back at the history of the Eureka Woman’s Club and its kitchen-based fundraising. This week’s issue also shares thoughts on accessibility at Cal Poly Humboldt […]
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Summer Fun, Abalone, Witness Coffee and Stobaugh
Our Summer of Fun issue is here with all the camp, craft, arts and outdoor options for kids in our county. We’ve also got an update on the plight of our local red abalone and Humboldt’s marine ecosystem. There are possible developments in the conditional release of a convicted sexually violent predator and his placement […]