We’re taking a look at how the protests and the clearing of Siemens Hall at Cal Poly Humboldt unfolded, as well as the administration’s choices and responses. We’ve also got a story about how local Mexican restaurants are raising funds on Cinco de Mayo for a nonprofit offering free ESL classes. Hit subscribe for weekly […]
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Hole Food
The doughnuts at Frankie’s NY Bagels (3750 Harris St., Eureka) are doused in an array of glazes to tempt anyone, but that many of the springy treats are vegan is somewhat miraculous. Lime, tamarind and hibiscus sprinkled, anyone? (Tragically, we have yet to make it in time for the crunch-topped créme brûlée before sell-out. And […]
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Look Up for Rooftop Sushi
Those of us craning our necks in Old Town can satisfy our curiosity at last. The frankly named Rooftop Sushi is out in the daylight at last (148 E St., Eureka). Slip into the modest entrance on the E Street side of the new building and ride the elevator (a Eureka rarity) to the fourth […]
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Eco Cemeteries, Flags, Impacts and Foods
For our annual Green Issue, we’re looking into all things eco. First, there’s green burial in the works in our county. We’ve also got updates on the Earth flag legal conundrum and Measure S. Finally, we’re looking into Sunken Seaweed’s quest to help reestablish bull kelp and grow sustainable seaweed for consumers, too. Hit subscribe […]
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On the Jamwagon Bandwagon
You can’t miss the bright blue Jamwagon food truck with its red lettering announcing pitas, gyros, hummus, falafel and fries (1631 Central Ave., McKinleyville; updates on Facebook). And good thing, too. (Sidebar: Is McKinleyville’s Central Avenue, with its Indian takeover days at the Taqueria Martinez truck, Auntie Hao’s and now this Greek street-food operation, becoming […]
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Indigenous Foodways, Wind Farm Opposition and Big Boats
This week we’re looking at how a multi-tribal event highlights how Native people in Humboldt are teaching traditional food harvesting for food sovereignty, mental health and healing their community. We’ve also got an update on the planned offshore wind farm and its tribal opposition. And there’s a possibility some very big military support and supply […]
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A Burger Break in the Rain
In Humboldt spring, if the patio is dry, much less sunny, take advantage. Not all the benches were dry at Eureka’s branch of Redwood Curtain Brewery when the rain let up at last, but enough for a burger and fries framed in a patch of sun in front of the attached Cookin’ Nook truck. The […]
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Transparency, Newspapers and Sushi
A little Sunshine Week in the paper this week with the Foilies, the annual awards for government transparency losers. We’ve also got a local transparency fail regarding the Jacobs property transaction with Eureka City Schools. Also, the Humboldt Historical Society is sharing its Times-Standard archive, and Sushi Blue has a new chef, Hmong American Pangnou […]
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Mexican Breakfast, Elections and Updates
This week we’re getting breakfast with Mexican flavor at the new Aroma’s Cafe and sorting through election outcomes. We’re also checking back in on Travis Schneider’s building permit saga, now set to go before the Coastal Commission, as well as the mystery surrounding the Eureka City Schools’ real estate deal. Hit subscribe for weekly updates […]
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Resentencing, Rebuttal, Forests and Indian Food
This week we’re looking at how changes in resentencing law grew out of a losing case here in Humboldt. We’ve also Judge Greg Kreis’ response to recent allegations as the election draws near, as well as the good news about the McKinleyville Community Forest. We’re also excited about an Indian pop-up out of a Mexican […]
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Pets, Dam Removal, Jacobs Update and Cozy Cafes
This week we’re checking out the good boys and girls in the NCJ Pet Photo Contest and talking Humboldt pet care. We’ve also got updates on dam removal and the Eureka City Schools property sale. Finally, if you’re looking for a place to enjoy a coffee and a book while it’s still chilly, we’ve got […]
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PACs, Judge Kreis, Plays and Food History
This week we’re sharing a CalMatters story about California cndidates and PAC money, as well as the breakdown of the long list of charges against Judge Gregory Kreis. Then we’ve got a pair of great local plays and local food history at the Clarke Museum. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.