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Another Voice: Almost a Mil for two new execs, but no money for roads

According to the Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Supervisors agenda item appointing Michael Rossi, a mid-level attorney in the Santa Clara County Counsel’s office, as Mendo’s new County Counsel, Rossi’s total compensation, including benefits, will be an astounding $461k per year. In a press release, Mr. Rossi expressed...

Mendocino County, CA · 2d
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CRAB SEASON DELAYED: Domoic Acid Levels Have Shut Down Humboldt’s Recreational Crab Fishery, For Now

PREVIOUSLY (AND OVERRULED):. Press release from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife:. State health agencies have determined that Dungeness crab from the southern boundary of the Reading Rock State Marine Protected Areas (41⁰ 17.6’ N. latitude) to Cape Mendocino, Humboldt County (40⁰ 10’ N. latitude) pose a human health risk due to elevated levels of domoic acid and recommended a delay of the recreational Dungeness crab fishery. Following this recommendation,California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Director Meghan Hertel has delayed the recreational Dungeness crab fishery in this area.

Humboldt County, CA · 1d
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Potter Valley Project – Notes On The Latest News And FERC eLibrary Filings

These are my notes and opinions on the latest happenings involving the Potter Valley Project. These may be of interest to people who are familiar with the issues, but may be incomprehensible to those unfamiliar with the PVP history because it’s so complex. September 15 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission...

Potter Valley, CA · 17h
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California delays North Coast Dungeness crab season until at least January 2027

HUMBOLDT COUNTY, Calif. — Commercial Dungeness crab fishermen along California’s North Coast will have to wait until at least Jan. 1, 2027, to begin the season after the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) delayed its opening. The delay follows an elevated number of whale entanglements involving...

California · 2d
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Local Organic Farmers Donate 3,701 Pounds of Produce to Feed Neighbors

Press release from the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Fortuna:. Local organic farmers have once again shared their harvest with neighbors in need, donating 3,701 pounds of produce to the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Fortuna. The food was then distributed to those in need, putting the farmers’ generosity—and thousands...

Fortuna, CA · 6d

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A Data Center Company Reached Out to Rio Dell Property Owners About Building a Facility There

Right now, there doesn’t seem to be much besides a weed grower and a shipping container vendor at the Humboldt-Rio Dell Business Park, an industrial area next to the Eel River and a bit north of Rio Dell proper — but, apparently, a developer has reached out to several of the owners and is interested in constructing a data center there.

Rio Dell, CA · 8d

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Coast Central Credit Union Awards $150,000 in Grants to 25 Nonprofits

Coast Central Credit Union’s Board of Directors has approved $150,000 in grants for 25 non-profit organizations serving Del Norte, Humboldt, and Trinity counties. The grants are part of Coast Central’s Community Investment Program, through which the credit union invests more than $700,000 annually in spring and fall grants, scholarships, and sponsorships. Coast Central employees are also on track to support our community with more than 5,000 hours of volunteer work this year.

Del Norte County, CA · 8d

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SoHum, Cannabis Reps Among New Tourism Board Appointees

Humboldt County has launched a new tourism marketing plan that changes how local chamber of commerce groups are funded, with the Board of Supervisors approving a key first step. Appointments to a Tourism Advisory Board (TAB) that includes a cannabis industry representative were approved by supervisors at their Oct. 27...

Humboldt County, CA · 6d

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Michelle Gomes Named Manager of Blue Lake Fuel & Fun

BLUE LAKE, CA – Blue Lake Casino Hotel has named Michelle Gomes Manager of Blue Lake Fuel & Fun, the gas station and convenience store located on the Blue Lake Rancheria. Gomes brings more than 20 years of retail operations experience, including team leadership, inventory control and sales growth. Her background includes food and beverage, corporate retail, sporting goods and outdoor retail, and she and her family have lived in the Humboldt community for the past decade.

Blue Lake, CA · 9d

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[UPDATE 2:06 p.m.: Jakubal to Meet With County] Plant Humboldt Owner in Briceland Says County Permit Dispute Threatens Nursery’s Future

Plant Humboldt owner Mikal Jakubal submitted the following press release describing his dispute with the Humboldt County Planning Department over conditions attached to the Briceland cannabis nursery’s conditional use permit. We are publishing his statement in full, including his appeal for public support ahead of what he identifies as a November 2 compliance deadline. Redheaded Blackbelt has not independently verified the claims in the release or contacted the county for its explanation of the requirements and permit proceedings. This is Jakubal’s account and perspective.

Humboldt County, CA · 9d

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Redwood Coast Energy Authority explores virtual power plants to cut Humboldt demand

HUMBOLDT COUNTY, Calif. — The Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA) is exploring whether virtual power plants could help reduce electricity demand in Humboldt County. However, officials said the proposal is still in its early stages, and no decision has been made to launch a local program. During Thursday’s board...

Humboldt County, CA · 15d

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2004 City of Arcata Loans on Mayor White’s Home Still Unresolved

Mayor Kimberley White is seeking to resolve City of Arcata housing loans that remain in the name of her late former husband. The matter’s two-decade history includes a documented 43-payment delinquency, an apparent 2017 authorization to transfer the loans and a Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) review of whether the transfer can proceed while she serves on the city council.

Arcata, CA · 15d

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NorCAN: Good Work |New able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWD) rules are coming

Story reposted with permission from The Times-Standard. The updated basic “ABAWD” work requirement is this: whether through employment or volunteering, some people must now complete a minimum of 80 hours per month to continue receiving certain government benefits, notably CalFresh and, as soon as Jan. 1, 2027, Medi-Cal. Beneficiaries can combine paid work hours with volunteer hours to reach the 80-hour requirement. ABAWD rules have been in place since 1996, but they have become more restrictive with new rules and enforcement measures from the “Big Beautiful Bill” H.R. 1.

Humboldt County, CA · 15d

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[UPDATE 10:47 p.m.] Nearly 1,800 PG&E Customers Without Power in Eureka

Nearly 1,800 PG&E customers in Eureka are without electricity this evening, October 14, following an unplanned power outage affecting a section of the city. According to PG&E’s outage map, the utility received a report of the outage at 8:36 p.m. As of approximately 9:15 p.m., 1,797 customers were affected.

Eureka, CA · 23d

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Eureka’s Stuff N’ Things is Adding a Deli and Market to Its Ever-Growing List of Stuff N’ Things

For 35 years, Stuff N’ Things has kept Humboldt stocked in bongs, pipes, bubblers, dab rigs and various other stoner essentials. In recent years, the family-owned shop has expanded its Sixth Street storefront and broadened its inventory to include psychedelic rugs and tapestries, jewelry, festie gear and other novelty items. Now, Stuff N’ Things is expanding its offerings once again to include a market and deli.

Eureka, CA · 29d

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Humboldt County Growers Alliance Reopens Search for Its Next Leader

Press release from the Humboldt County Growers Alliance:. The Humboldt County Growers Alliance (HCGA) is reopening applications for its Executive Director position from October 7 through October 16, 2026. The Board of Directors completed a first round of interviews this past week and has chosen to invite additional candidates before making a final selection.

Humboldt County, CA · 28d

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Controversy But Fortuna Area Cannabis Farm Allowed to Expand With Manufacturing, Distribution

With majority approval of the Humboldt County Planning Commission, an existing greater Fortuna area cannabis farm will add distribution and non-volatile manufacturing to its operations. At its Oct. 1 meeting, the commission approved a permit for the expansion with some added conditions in response to neighborhood concerns. The project site...

Fortuna, CA · 10-06

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Join Schatz Energy Research Center for Public Webinar on October 13

This is a press release from the Schatz Energy Research Center:. Event title: Balancing offshore wind port infrastructure with existing coastal industries: perspectives from the Humboldt Bay shellfish industry. Join the Schatz Energy Research Center for a public webinar on Tuesday, October 13 from 2-4 pm (Pacific) to learn about...

Humboldt County, CA · 10-07

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Drivers Heading Through Ferndale Stop At This Tiny California Candy Shop For Hand-Pulled Saltwater Taffy

Copper kettles still bubble behind a little storefront window on California’s far north coast, and the smell of warm caramel drifts out onto the sidewalk like an invitation. I stopped in planning to grab one small treat for the road and walked out with a box, sticky fingers, and a new favorite candy.

Ferndale, CA · 10-05