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FORT BRAGG, CA — For the 25th year, the First Presbyterian Church of Fort Bragg sponsored a free Thanksgiving meal to coast residents from Albion to Westport. The event this year served a record-breaking 1,000 free meals—a marked increase over last year’s 800 meals. In addition to feeding many food-insecure households, many of the box lunches went to people who would not otherwise have a traditional Thanksgiving meal regardless of finances.

This section includes announcements of important events in our lives–births, graduations, engagements, marriages, and deaths. If you want to share an event with your community, please send a photo and a written piece to [email protected]. On November 12, a houseless woman, 56-year-old Corina Palmer, was found deceased in her...

LEGGETT, Calif. — Among the redwoods within Humboldt County’s Avenue of the Giants, there is a turnoff on Highway 101 near Leggett. That turn off will lead people to Underwood Park, a privately owned and protected grove of trees. At the center of the park is a redwood so big...

This is our farm column from farmer Casey O’Neill. O’Neill is the owner operator of HappyDay Farms north of Laytonville, and a long time advocate for the cannabis community in Mendocino Co; more of his writing can be found here. The opinions expressed in this column are those of the writer. If you would like to submit a letter to the editor feel free to write to [email protected].

Hazel — found tied to an outbuilding and abandoned in Alderpoint nearly four months ago — was brought to the Sequoia Humane Society in Eureka in early August. The 5-year-old female Doberman pinscher mix is still awaiting her forever home. “Hazel … had a microchip and it wasn’t registered, so...

Garberville residents and businesses are invited to join the Southern Humboldt Fire Safe Council for a focused discussion about fire prevention, fire disaster preparation and readiness specifically for the town of Garberville. What makes Garberville vulnerable to wildfire ? Could Garberville be another Paradise? Why would homes in Garberville ignite in the event of wildfire? How can we make our town less likely to be ignited by a wildfire?

On Sunday, November 21st, on a beautiful, sunny day, about 50 community members and cannabis insiders gathered at the Southern Humboldt Community Park in Garberville trying to figure out ways to survive the current cannabis market while saving the community at large. The initial call to action, put out by...

REDWAY, Calif. — A suspect driver is at large after leading a law enforcement officer on a chase that ended with the police patrol car rolling over, injuring the deputy. On Friday, at about 10:19 p.m., a Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office deputy on patrol in the Redway area attempted a traffic stop on a green Subaru hatchback for a vehicle code violation. The driver of the vehicle failed to yield and a pursuit ensued, according to the HCSO.

This is our farm column from farmer Casey O’Neill. O’Neill is the owner operator of HappyDay Farms north of Laytonville, and a long time advocate for the cannabis community in Mendocino Co; more of his writing can be found here. The opinions expressed in this column are those of the writer. If you would like to submit a letter to the editor feel free to write to [email protected].

The following is a press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office. On Nov. 19, 2021, at about 10:19 p.m., a Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputy on patrol in the Redway area attempted a traffic stop on a green Subaru hatchback for a vehicle code violation. The driver of the vehicle failed to yield and a pursuit ensued.

Whether you’re looking for a new home on acreage or a fixer-upper close to amenities, you can probably find a listing here to suit you: Private impressive 5 acre retreat located on the Eel River, yet close to town. The custom home has high end features from claro walnut

This is a press release from the Mateel Community Center:. The 44th annual Winter Arts Faire takes place December 11th and 12th at the Mateel Community Center at 59 Rusk Lane in Redway. This time honored family event features handmade artisan booths, local live music, festive food & drink and children’s activities including a visit from Santa. The Winter Arts Faire supports local creative vendors, hand craft artisans, and non-profit organizations and is one of the best holiday shopping opportunities in Humboldt for one-of-a-kind gifts. There are no supply chain issues if you shop local! Winter Arts Faire will be open from 10am to 6pm both days admission is $5 for non members and free to kids 12 and under, adults 65 and over and members of the Mateel.

COVID testing is available outside the South Fork High School Gymnasium today, Friday, November 19th from 9:30am – 12:30pm and at the Redway Elementary School campus from 1:30pm – 3:30pm, for students and staff. Students under 13 will not be tested without parental consent. This site uses Akismet to reduce...

The Austin Police Department (Texas) is looking for Zachary Manuel Velasquez who was last seen on October 12, 2021 at approximately 6:50 PM while at his residence in Austin, Texas. Although not seen, someone last spoke to Zachary on October 16, 2021. Zachary’s vehicle (see photo in post) was found...

Northern Nights Music Festival has announced the phase one lineup and released tickets for their return to California’s iconic Redwood Forest from July 15-17, 2022. Taking place at Cook’s Valley Campground in Piercy, CA on the Humboldt / Mendocino border, the festival has built its name based on an eclectic mix of music, industry-leading cannabis programming, and serene natural landscapes.

At their special meeting on Thursday, Nov. 18, the Board of Supervisors unanimously put the final wrap on adjusting voting district populations and boundaries as required by federal law. As outlined here last week, since summer a five-member Advisory Redistricting Commission appointed by the Board of Supervisors, has been meeting...

MENDOCINO Co., 11/18/21 — Zachary Manuel Velasquez, a 30-year-old man from Austin, was last on seen at his home on Oct. 12, 2021, but his vehicle was recently located along U.S. Highway 101 near Leggett. According to a social media post from the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), the county’s Search and Rescue team searched in the vicinity of Velasquez’s car on Nov. 16, but did not uncover any leads as to his location.

LEGGETT, Calif. — The Mendocino County Sheriff's Office said Thursday that a car found parked along HWY 101 in Leggett belongs to a missing Texas man. Zachary Manuel Velasquez was reportedly last seen on Oct. 12 at his home in Austin, TX. The Austin Police Department says he is considered missing.