The Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation is celebrating the completion of the 7,500-square-foot expansion of our Head Start Early Learning Program (XELP) facility with a ribbon cutting at 9:30 a.m. July 22, at 12840 Mouth of Smith River Road in Smith River, Calif. All are invited to attend the event and tour the facility. “This project represents […]
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AAUW–Humboldt Honors Two Outstanding High School Graduates
The Humboldt Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) recently awarded notebook computers to two graduates of Continuing Education Schools in Humboldt County. Selected by their teachers for their outstanding high school performance and interest in continuing their education, these students have achieved success despite life challenges that took them off the typical […]
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Scotia’s Fennell Named Humboldt County Teacher of the Year
Crystal Fennell, a 6th–8th grade English Language Arts teacher at Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary School in the Scotia Union School District, has been named the 2026-27 Humboldt County Teacher of the Year by the Humboldt County Superintendent of Schools, Michael Davies-Hughes. “Crystal Fennell shows what great teaching looks like,” said Davies-Hughes. “She builds strong connections […]
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Whale Tail Grants to Fund Education, Conservation and Access
The California Coastal Commission approved on Wednesday $2 million in grants for schools, nonprofits and tribes. The grants advance public education, conservation and access to the coast. The Coastal Commission approved 47 grants after receiving a record-breaking 434 applications requesting a total of nearly $17 million. Many of these requests came from first-time applicants with […]
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Orick’s School and Moon (and Local) Joy
This week we’re sharing a CalMatters story looking at the nine-student school the town of Orick could lose and what it would mean for the community. We’re also talking about the much-needed lift from Artemis II and feeding your soul with Humboldt scenery and the music scene. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on local stories.
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College of the Redwoods Launches Keith Flamer Legacy Campaign
The College of the Redwoods Foundation has announced the launch of the Keith Flamer Legacy Campaign, a new initiative honoring the leadership and lasting contributions of President and Superintendent Dr. Keith Flamer, who will retire at the end of 2026 after more than 11 years as president and over 20 years of service to the […]
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Family Ambassadors Boost Student Success at Cal Poly Humboldt
Cal Poly Humboldt is expanding its support for students and their families with the launch of the Family Ambassador program, an initiative designed to build community, share knowledge, and help families feel connected throughout the college experience. “Families are such an important part of the student experience, and this program creates a meaningful way for […]
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Six Humboldt Students to Advance to State Science Fair
The 43rd annual Humboldt County Doris Niles Science Fair was held last week, with more than 255 students in grades K-12 collaborating on 169 projects. The projects were on display at the Sequoia Conference Center, and more than 54 judges assisted in selecting projects to send to the state competition. Six projects were selected to […]
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Facilities Improvements at Eureka City Schools
Eureka City Schools (District) is nearing completion of improvements to the Albee Stadium and Bud Cloney Field at Eureka High School and has recently broken ground on a classroom expansion and access improvements at Grant Elementary School. The stadium and field renovations reflect the District’s long-term facilities priorities, focused on enhancing safety, functionality, and community […]
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Academy of the Redwoods Named a 2026 California Distinguished School
The Academy of the Redwoods (AR), a school of the Fortuna Union High School District (FUHSD), has been named a 2026 California Distinguished School, one of the state’s highest honors for public schools. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced that 408 middle schools and high schools across California were selected for the prestigious […]
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HCOE Awards High School Seniors Academic Achievement Awards
The Humboldt County Office of Education (HCOE) proudly celebrated 28 exceptional high school seniors at its 19th annual Academic Achievement Awards ceremony on March 4. This annual event showcases students who have demonstrated remarkable academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to their school communities. All nominees who completed the application process received scholarships, and the evening […]
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‘I am an Artist’
As the film opens, men trickle into Pelican Bay State Prison’s B-facility gym to take their places in a wide circle of folding chairs, and Samuel Nault’s even voice plays over the footage: “We are all creators, every single one of us. It is the chaos and pain that we created which ultimately brought us […]