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In it for the Glory
The 2026 Kinetic Grand Champions who made it across the finish line on Ferndale’s Main Street arrived soaked, sandy, sweaty and swathed in Glory. The three-day pedal and paddle 50 miles in a human-powered contraption race from Arcata to Ferndale with side quests in the dunes and Humboldt Bay drew to a close on Monday. …
Supreme Court Upholds Death Penalty in Eureka Family’s Slaying
Twenty-four years after a Yosemite lodge handyman was sentenced to death for the brutal murders of a Eureka mother, her daughter and a family friend from Argentina during what was supposed to be a sightseeing trip to the iconic park, the California Supreme Court has denied his appeal. A jury found Cary Stayner, now 64,…
A Slow Slide Whistle Before the Bomb
Judge Doom, the villain of 1988’s Who Framed Roger Rabbit, was the despotic lawman of the film’s fictitious Toontown, a zany Hollywood for animated characters that existed alongside its real-world cultural mecca in the film’s 1947 storyline. Himself a cartoon in human disguise, this demonic executioner of toons sold out his own kind to pulverize…
‘Imaginary Invalid’ is Farce for What Ails You
North Coast Repertory Theatre’s adaptation of Molière’s The Imaginary Invalid is a social comedy that exposes the ridiculousness of station, pride and matters of the heart. This adaptation was set sometime in the regency era, judging by the elegant costumes by Megan Hughes and Linda Muggeridge, and rich set design by Nora East. While much…
What’s Good at the Friday Night Market?
In case last year’s season of Friday Night Markets in Old Town have been pushed down in your mental feed by the crushing cavalcade of events over the past months, here’s a quick refresher. The start time is 5:30 p.m. and lines for food stalls vary wildly. Parking is at a premium, so carpool if…
Trinidad Art Night
This town-wide walk includes a variety of art exhibits, live music, artist receptions, face painting, skate ramps, pop-up sales and oyster, cider or wine tastings. Call (707) 834-2479 or visit trinidadartnight.com. Forbes & Associates presents Sarah Corliss, produced by Westhaven Center for the Arts. *Event times may vary. THE LIGHTHOUSE GRILL 355 Main St. Dan…
Ladybug Wind Deniers
“It’s the wrong time to go, folks. It’s a warm spring day, but there’s a Devil Wind a-blowin’,” said a ladybug to the hundreds of others huddled together waiting for the right time to emerge from my shed. “Eat shit, you woke pansy. I’m gonna go find a rose garden, chow some aphids and bang…
Folk Horror Summer
PASSENGER. Sunken in our seats after the now usual set of car commercials that precede the previews, the trailer for Passenger was a welcome jolt. A likely pair of dudes pull over on a dark backroad for a potty break that escalates to creepy disappearance, sudden shock, gore, specter-sighting and a cracking jump scare. It boded…
Supporting Evan Schwartz
Editor: I am writing in support of Evan Schwartz for Fifth District supervisor. I have known Evan since 2013, and over the years have been impressed with his commitment to finding and meeting needs in the community. He has served on the McKinleyville Community Services Parks and Recreation Committee and his businesses have been focused…
Vote for Mary Burke
Editor: It’s election time and the hand painted campaign signs for Mary Burke are in full bloom everywhere in McKinleyville and beyond! Many years ago a friend suggested we hand paint signs to invite our neighbors to vote for George Wheeler and his vision for the MCSD. Then we painted new signs for Supervisor Madrone,…
‘Strong and Thoughtful Voice’
Editor: I support Mary Burke for Humboldt County Fifth District supervisor. She’s a thoughtful and hardworking community member who balances volunteer service, full-time work and family. As regional manager at CalTrout, she led important environmental restoration efforts, reflecting her dedication to the region and positive change. Mary’s steady leadership at MCSD and MMAC brought people…
‘Deeply Committed’
Editor: I considered running for county supervisor as a concerned multi-generation Humboldtian who believes we can be sustainably self-sufficient. Then I learned Mary Burke was running — the best person possible for the job! Mary has been one of my most important mentors. We first met through ultimate frisbee. Early on I strove to play…
Research Yee for Congress
Editor: As the June 2 primary approaches, California’s Second Congressional District needs bold leadership. For too long, incumbent Jared Huffman has operated as a cautious politician. His reliance on corporate political action committee (PAC) donations leaves local concerns secondary to big business and foreign interests. Rose Penelope Yee offers a refreshing contrast. By refusing PAC…
