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In the News
They’re on Our Flag, but Do Long-gone Grizzly Bears Belong in Modern California?
By Ryan Sabalow/CalMatters
July 30, 2026
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The grizzly bear […]
Mobley Sentenced to 20 Months for Embezzling from Longtime Employer
By Kimberly Wear
July 30, 2026
Following several delays, former Fortuna Councilmember Christina “Kris” Mobley is set to report to federal […]
Environmental Health Officials Warn of Toxic Algae Blooms After Dog’s Death
By Kimberly Wear
July 29, 2026
County environmental health officials are urging residents to be on the lookout for toxic algae […]
Culture
Folk in the Fresh Air
By Mark Larson
July 30, 2026
To see all 25 local bands that performed at the Humboldt Folklife Festival this year, […]
Dog Days and Old Ways
By Collin Yeo
July 30, 2026
The summer always seems kind of dangerous to me. I could be lazy and credit […]
Presence of Mind
By Collin Yeo
July 30, 2026
Writing and music are fueled by some of the same muses, even if they inhabit […]
Life & Outdoors
Crabs Play Spoiler
By Brandon Dixon
July 30, 2026
After a tough loss to end last week, our resilient Crabs entered this week mathematically […]
Mollusk Noir
By Mike Kelly
July 30, 2026
On weekends, I front a punk band called the Dead Cousteaus. On weekdays, I’m a […]
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