How Jake Morss’ Garden Grows
“I’ve been an active gardener forever,” Jake Morss says. There is photographic evidence to back up his claim. An early snapshot shows young Jake getting his first literal taste of Humboldt — he was 2 years old when he was caught eating dirt in his parents’ Carlotta garden. Soon after, Jake was gardening in earnest,…
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Fresh Fare and Old-fashioned Charm at Café Waterfront
Evening fog rolls in from the Humboldt Bay Marina onto First and F streets in Old Town, Eureka. Streetlamps flicker on, a foghorn sounds across the water and a cool breeze carries the salty scent of the sea. Tinkling glasses and a warm glow usher you inside the doors of Café Waterfront as the sky…
Academy of the Redwoods Honored with 2026 California Distinguished Schools Award
Academy of the Redwoods (AR) was formally recognized as a 2026 California Distinguished School during a statewide awards ceremony held at the Disneyland Hotel in…
The Kneeland Volunteer Fire Department Needs You
Outside of the three paid fire department jurisdictions in Humboldt County, when you dial 911, you’re not calling a large, fully-staffed department. You’re calling on…
Arcata High Debate Team’s Historic Win
The Arcata High School Forensics team competed at the Ronald Reagan Debate Series competition in Redding on April 11, 2026. This competition marked the first…
Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury Needs More Applicants
The Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt asks that the public submit applications for the upcoming 2026/2027 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury term (July…
Meet Cal Poly Humboldt’s Champions of Sustainability 2026
The 10th annual Sustainability Champion Awards program honors Cal Poly Humboldt students, faculty, and staff whose practices have deepened a culture of sustainability on campus,…
Southern Humboldt Family Resource Center Receives 2026 Children First Award
The Southern Humboldt Family Resource Center (SHFRC) has been awarded the 2026 Children First Award by the Child Abuse Prevention Coordinating Council (CAPCC) of Humboldt…
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