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Yesterday
Mad River Union4:21 PMCouncil/Planco meeting on housing tonight at D Street
ARCATA – The public is invited to join the Arcata City Council and Planning Commission for a workshop focused on fair housing and the City’s 2027-2035 Housing Element. Fair housing is about planning for inclusive neighborhoods filled with opportunity and helping all residents have choice in where they live. Workshop attendees can learn more about fair housing, explore new requirements […] The post Council/Planco meeting on housing tonight at D Street first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union4:21 PMEventsTRACES OF HOME Filmmaker Colette Ghunim journeys with her parents to Mexico and Palestine in search of the ancestral homes they were forced to flee as children in the award-winning documentary, Traces of Home. What begins as an exploration of family history and cultural identity becomes a deeply personal search for belonging. The film screens Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 7 […] The post Events first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union4:21 PMHCAOG soliciting public opinion on transit, climate plansHUMBOLDT – The Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG) is seeking public feedback on several critical transit and safety initiatives, alongside updates to regional climate planning. Transit surveys HCAOG is currently accepting community input on three transit-related surveys: • PAACT Project: A study balancing the tradeoffs between high-ridership and wide-coverage transit networks. The survey is open through Dec. 5. • […] The post HCAOG soliciting public opinion on transit, climate…
- Mad River Union4:21 PMLoya’s lovely legacy lives, earns glory as CRTP ChampHUMBOLDT — The Coalition for Responsible Transportation Priorities (CRTP) has named former City of Arcata Community Development Director David Loya as the 2026 Responsible Transportation Champion. The annual award is given to local people who further CRTP’s mission of “promoting transportation solutions that protect and support a healthy environment, healthy people, healthy communities and a healthy economy on the North […] The post Loya’s lovely legacy lives, earns glory as CRTP Champ first…
- Mad River Union4:21 PMMCSD, McKMAC hold annual summit tonightMCKINLEYVILLE – How prepared is McKinleyville for earthquakes, tsunamis and other emergencies? Residents will have an opportunity to learn about disaster preparedness and response, and ask questions of a panel of experts, at the annual joint meeting of the McKinleyville Community Services District (MCSD) Board of Directors and McKinleyville Municipal Advisory Committee (McKMAC) Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. at […] The post MCSD, McKMAC hold annual summit tonight first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union4:21 PMPeninsulans learn about wind, park, prep, projectsFAIRHAVEN – A potentially historic El Niño, tsunami preparedness and several ongoing community improvement projects were among topics discussed at the Peninsula Community Collaborative’s (PCC) Oct. 19 meeting at the Fairhaven Firehouse. Ryan Aylward of the National Weather Service outlined the outlook for the coming winter, when an unusually strong El Niño could bring warmer temperatures, increased rainfall and heightened […] The post Peninsulans learn about wind, park, prep, projects first…
- Mad River Union4:21 PMSupes told of possible ‘alarming’ changes by feds after electionsHUMBOLDT – In a briefing on how federal actions could affect local funding, Humboldt County’s Board of Supervisors was told of potential impacts related to a cost shift, census changes and to $750,000 of funding for the county’s Public Health Lab. Hinging on the outcome of the midterm elections, upcoming federal actions and their potential effects were described at the […] The post Supes told of possible ‘alarming’ changes by feds after elections first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union4:21 PMTruAshva Debuts
- Mad River Union4:21 PM‘Staying in Touch as Landlines Change’ at McK Senior CtrMcKINLEYVILLE – The McKinleyville Senior Center hosts “Staying in Touch as Landlines Change” Friday, Dec. 4 from 10 to 11 a.m. The pres e n t a t i o n will explore why telephone companies are phasing out traditional copper landlines, what the transition means for consumers and what alternatives are available. Topics include modern telephone technologies, mobile phone […] The post ‘Staying in Touch as Landlines Change’ at McK Senior Ctr first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union4:21 PM‘Stop Amazon’ protest draws crowdMcKINLEYVILLE – A crowd estimated at 150 people gathered near the site of a proposed Amazon “Last Mile” facility off Boeing Way in McKinleyville Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. They arrived in response to the call of a small group of local women organizers. “I’m a volunteer out here today,” said local resident Meighan O’Brien, “We want to […] The post ‘Stop Amazon’ protest draws crowd first appeared on Mad River Union.
Thursday, October 22
Mad River Union3:00 AM2004 City of Arcata loans on Mayor White’s home still unresolved
“The delinquency occurred during a difficult period in my marriage, when my former husband was handling our finances and I believed the mortgage payments were being made,” she said. “When I learned of the extent of the delinquency and the risk to our home, we were also facing the breakdown of our marriage.” The post 2004 City of Arcata loans on Mayor White’s home still unresolved first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMCounty Planco OKs Humb Bay Area PlanHUMBOLDT – The county’s Planning Commission has approved a draft of the Humboldt Bay Area Plan, with the effects of sea level rise policies on property values being most debated. A version of the plan – a major piece of work – was approved for referral to the Board of Supervisors at the commission’s Oct. 15 meeting. Scenarios for sea […] The post County Planco OKs Humb Bay Area Plan first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMDan Shahin bows out over fat-shamingARCATA – Candidate Dan Shahin Sunday night announced his withdrawal from Arcata’s City Council race. The dealbreaker was disparaging remarks he made on his YouTube channel about the physical appearance of a citizen who spoke at council meeting. Shahin made the announcement on his Facebook page, first criticizing the unnamed speaker for alleged comments made during the Oral Communications period, […] The post Dan Shahin bows out over fat-shaming first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMDogtown: Parker’s puzzle prowess, welcome Captain aboardCome meet these great dogs today! Appointments can be made by calling the shelter at (707) 840-9132. The post Dogtown: Parker’s puzzle prowess, welcome Captain aboard first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMEmmilee Renea Risling has been missing for five yearsWAUTEC – This October marks the five-year anniversary of Emmilee Renea Risling’s disappearance. The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Risling, who was last seen on Oct. 15, 2021, on the Pecwan Bridge near Johnson (Wautec). A $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to Risling’s safe return or helping investigators determine her […] The post Emmilee Renea Risling has been missing for five years first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMEventsGAZA FIL M SCREEN – IN G, DISCUSSION Shine a Light on Palestine presents NAZA, an award-winning documentary examining the Israeli military’s use of artificial intelligence, surveillance and automated targeting systems in Gaza, Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. at the Minor Theatre, 1001 H St. Directed by Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, who co-directed the Oscar winning […] The post Events first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMEventsTRUASHVA BLESSING AND PLANTING TruAshva Equine-Facilitated Learning Center will host a Community Blessing and Garden Planting Sunday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1963 Buttermilk Lane in Arcata. The gathering will bring community members together to help plant gardens, learn about the center and share a meal. TruAshva focuses on natural horsemanship, emotional intelligence, collaborative leadership, yoga […] The post Events first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMIt’s time for El Niño preparationARCATA – The City of Arcata is encouraging residents to prepare for the potential impacts of El Niño this fall and winter, including heavier rainfall which could increase the risk of coastal and low-lying flooding. El Niño is a naturally occurring ocean event when warmer water temperatures in the tropical Pacific influence weather patterns and fish migration around the world. […] The post It’s time for El Niño preparation first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMSTOLEN BIKEA sage green 2025 Specialized Rockhopper mountain bike was stolen from Sunny Brae’s Chester Avenue neighborhood in Arcata on Thursday, Oct. 1 between 9:50 and 11:15 a.m. The bicycle has an extra-small frame, a black and metal water bottle holder and damaged rubber on the left handlebar. The owner asks anyone with information about the theft or the bicycle’s whereabouts […] The post STOLEN BIKE first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMWind energy prep in fluxHUMBOLDT – State plans to upgrade Humboldt County’s power infrastructure to accommodate offshore wind energy are in flux and the Environmental Protection Information Center (EPIC) is among those who are urging California to stay the course. Matt Simmons, EPIC’s climate attorney, detailed the status of energy infrastructure planning during an Oct. 14 online presentation to the Community Economic Resilience Consortium. […] The post Wind energy prep in flux first appeared on Mad River Union.
Thursday, October 15
Mad River Union3:00 AMArcata City Council hopefuls’ varying values
ARCATA – Arcatans have six distinct choices in 2026 for the two open seats on the Arcata City Council in the persons of Blase Bonpane, Reese Halter, Genevieve Cerna, Dan Shahin, Abigal “Abbie” Strickland and Kimberley White. The three men and three women in the running are all driven by deeply held values that may resonate broadly across the community, […] The post Arcata City Council hopefuls’ varying values first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMBOLDtFEST brings local films and filmmakersHUMBOLDT – The world premiere BOLDtFEST, Access Humboldt’s new annual short film incubator and film festival, will feature seven short films created by Humboldt County residents on Friday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Eureka Theater. “Local stories matter,” said Access Humboldt Board Chair Molly Cate. “Cast your vote for the Audience Choice Award at the event, meet local […] The post BOLDtFEST brings local films and filmmakers first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMBonpane’s lifelong quest for social progressARCATA – If all politics is local, local politics inevitably leads to the larger social issues bedeviling humanity – issues Arcata City Council candidate Blase Bonpane has spent his life confronting. For him, politics was present from the very beginning. He was born at the headquarters of the United Farm Workers and met labor leader Dolores Huerta on his first […] The post Bonpane’s lifelong quest for social progress first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMHalter urgently countering eco-collapseARCATA – Reese Halter has no time for small talk, or small ideas. Chit-chat is not a priority when the herd of elephants in the room, led by the looming collapse of the environment, is bearing down on Arcata and beyond. Ask Halter where he comes from and geography quickly becomes beside the point. “I’m from Planet Earth,” he said. […] The post Halter urgently countering eco-collapse first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMPacific Paradise applies for cannabis loungeARCATA – Pacific Paradise, the longtime cannabis dispensary and headshop at 11th and H streets, is seeking approval to create Arcata’s first on-site cannabis consumption lounge in the adjoining storefront, the former Wear It Well clothing shop. The Arcata Planning Commission was to ponder the possibility at its Tuesday night neeting. The proposal follows the City Council’s adoption earlier this […] The post Pacific Paradise applies for cannabis lounge first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMSerna focuses on transportation and housingARCATA – Having finished a close fourth for the three available City Council seats in the 2024 election, just 1.6 percent of the vote behind third-place finisher Alex Stillman, candidate Genevieve Serna hopes this year’s election will win her one of the two seats available on the council dais. Serna says the priorities that propelled her first campaign remain intact: […] The post Serna focuses on transportation and housing first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMShahin brings tech experience, biz perspectiveARCATA – Dan Shahin, known to the public as a commenter at City Council meetings and to local leaders for his emails about issues surrounding development in the town of Samoa, is bringing home a tome from Northtown Books about Nancy comic strip artist Ernie Bushmiller. A mildly self-deprecating Shahin campaign poster seen around town reflects the fluid style of […] The post Shahin brings tech experience, biz perspective first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMSoroptimist grab-and-go meals at St. Mary’s Nov. 4ARCATA – Soroptimist International of Arcata will hold a grab-and-go meal fundraiser Wednesday, Nov. 4 to benefit the organization’s scholarships and community projects. Prepared by Cassaro’s Catering, the $20 boxed meals offer a choice of pulled pork sandwich, chicken salad wrap or kale salad with brown rice. All meals include sides and dessert. Orders must be placed by Saturday, Oct. […] The post Soroptimist grab-and-go meals at St. Mary’s Nov. 4 first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMStrickland prioritizes planning and policyARCATA – Abbie Strickland is charting a traditional route to higher office in Arcata: service on a committee, then a commission and next, she hopes, the City Council. It wasn’t a route she envisioned when she arrived in town. Raised in Auburn, California, Strickland spent several years at community college and played college softball before deciding, almost at the last […] The post Strickland prioritizes planning and policy first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMSupervisors freeze data center appsHUMBOLDT –Humboldt County will take action to rein in data center development and a 45-day moratorium on permit applications has been approved by the Board of Supervisors. It looked like there weren’t enough votes for a four-fifth majority when supervisors discussed and debated the moratorium at their Oct. 6 meeting. But a compromise on a power threshold nudged the permit […] The post Supervisors freeze data center apps first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMWhite champions marginalized communitiesARCATA – Incumbent Councilmember and current Arcata Mayor Kimberley White is closing out four years of service with multiple milestones behind her. But there’s no dip in her energy, or in the lengthy list of hopes and plans she still has for her beloved Valley West neighborhood and greater Arcata. White has lived in Arcata for more than 30 years, […] The post White champions marginalized communities first appeared on Mad River Union.
Tuesday, October 13
Mad River Union12:53 PMPG&E approves Creative Sanctuary’s new substation mural
"We are hoping that it will not be the last," Belknap said. The post PG&E approves Creative Sanctuary’s new substation mural first appeared on Mad River Union.
Thursday, October 8
Mad River Union3:00 AMAnnual Arcata pavement work is now underway
ARCATA – The City of Arcata’s 2026 Annual Pavement Maintenance Project is underway to improve and maintain Arcata streets. Work for the project began on Monday, Sept. 21 and will continue in phases through the latter part of 2026 and possibly into January of 2027. Exact scheduling will depend on weather conditions. Construction will take place on Eye Street, Grant […] The post Annual Arcata pavement work is now underway first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMCANCELED: Free movie nights at the Arcata Ball ParkFood and drinks may be brought into the park for these events with the following exceptions: No alcoholic beverages, no glass and no smoking. Please leave dogs at home as well. This event is presented in collaboration with Arcata Minor Theatre. The post CANCELED: Free movie nights at the Arcata Ball Park first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMChinatown Monument Celebration SundayEUREKA — The Eureka Chinatown Monument Celebration will be held Sunday, Oct. 11 from 1 to 4 p.m. at E and First streets in Old Town Eureka. The event will include a lion dance blessing, speakers, poetry by Daryl Ngee Chin, performances by Humboldt Taiko, Eureka High K-pop, Humboldt Lao Dancers and White Lotus Dancers, and a lion and dragon […] The post Chinatown Monument Celebration Sunday first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMCreative Sanctuary muralists to beautify Arcata PG&E substationKatie Belknap of Creative Sanctuary acknowledged that she is spearheading the mural project, working with Violet Crabtree as co-head muralist. The post Creative Sanctuary muralists to beautify Arcata PG&E substation first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMEastern European and Greek Festival returns October 10EUREKA – Saint Innocent Orthodox Church invites the community to its annual Taste of Orthodoxy Festival, a celebration of Eastern European and Greek culture, Saturday, Oct. 10 from noon to 4 p.m. on the historic church grounds at 939 F St. in Eureka. A beloved Humboldt County tradition since 1997, the festival offers an afternoon of music, dance, and culinary […] The post Eastern European and Greek Festival returns October 10 first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMEventsCO-OP ANNUAL OWNERS MEETING North Coast Co-op will hold its annual owner meeting Saturday, Oct. 10 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Arcata. The event will begin at noon with free food and live music by Lizzy Moonbeam and JazzBros, followed by a prize drawing at 1:30 p.m. and […] The post Events first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMMcK Ace adds greenhouses, lumber, parking, wetlands“One of the goals I’m trying to achieve here is to take what’s essentially a seasonal low-quality wetland area and create a high quality area that’s a year-round wetland,” he said. The post McK Ace adds greenhouses, lumber, parking, wetlands first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMMiranda case outcry brings county responseHUMBOLDT – Following a round of public comment to the Planning Commission, Humboldt County’s planning director has responded to outcry over Miranda’s Rescue’s county permitting issues, saying the emotional atmosphere “makes it hard to have a rational conversation.” The Oct. 1 commission meeting opened with a round of public comment on the situation with Miranda’s Rescue’s county permit. It’s been […] The post Miranda case outcry brings county response first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMPastels and Porchfest 2026delicate tone poetry to raging metal, blues, punk, soul, funk, folk, prog, fog, Black, bop, groove, jam, classical, Americana, bluegrass, psychedelia, queer-inclusive, experimental, garage, children’s, unhinged and everything in between serenaded the sleepy shire The post Pastels and Porchfest 2026 first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMStorytelling and Memoir Workshop at HSRCEUREKA – The Humboldt Senior Resource Center HSRC) Nutrition & Activities Department will host a new six-week Storytelling & Memoir Workshop beginning Monday, Oct. 12. The Monday afternoon sessions will be led by writer Amanda Devon and run through Nov. 16. The class, which is open to everyone regardless of writing experience, will help participants bring some of their favorite […] The post Storytelling and Memoir Workshop at HSRC first appeared on Mad River Union.
Thursday, October 1
Mad River Union3:00 AMArcata Fire Open House
McKINLEYVILLE – The Arcata Fire District invites the community to an open house Sunday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the McKinleyville Fire Station, 2149 Central Ave. Held in celebration of National Fire Prevention Week, the event will feature fire station and fire truck tours, Coast Guard helicopter tours, CPR demonstrations, interactive activities for children, fire-prevention information […] The post Arcata Fire Open House first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMCROSSWALK IMPROVEMENTS BEGINHumboldt County Public Works begins pedestrian-safety improvements Monday, Sept. 28 at several intersections in Redway and McKinleyville. Work includes construction of accessible curb ramps and installation of push-button-activated flashing beacons. Locations are Redwood Drive at Rusk Lane and Redwood Drive at Murrish Road in Redway; and Washington Avenue at Oakdale Drive and Hiller Road at Hiller Park in McKinleyville. Work […] The post CROSSWALK IMPROVEMENTS BEGIN first appeared on Mad River…
- Mad River Union3:00 AMDowntown Fire site sees toxic remediationCraig Hunt, senior water resource control engineer at the NCRWQCB said the loss of the building eased access to the site, and helped speed remediation. “You don’t get that kind of opportunity often,” he said. The post Downtown Fire site sees toxic remediation first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMEventsTRINIDAD TAPAS Visit Beachcomber Cafe, Seascape Restaurant & Pier and Trinidad Bay Eatery during Trinidad Tapas, Oct. 1 through 31. Diners who collect stamps from all participating restaurants may enter to win a $200 gift certificate to their favorite participating establishment. PASTELS ON THE PLAZA Northcoast Children’s Services presents Pastels on the Plaza Saturday, Oct. 3 on the Arcata Plaza. […] The post Events first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMFree clinic returns to meet ‘startling’ needsHUMBOLDT – A non-profit group is bringing three days of free health care to Humboldt County, where dental needs are particularly acute and some residents endure the “horrifying” experience of having to extract their own teeth. California Care Force is dedicated to “promoting the health and well-being of those in need through volunteers-supported no-cost health care clinics across the state,” […] The post Free clinic returns to meet ‘startling’ needs first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMHiller Road could get U.S. 101 on/offrampsMcKINLEYVILLE – Fifth District Supervisor Steve Madrone is pushing Caltrans to study the option of installing on- and off-ramps at Hiller Road and U.S. Highway in an effort to reduce traffic in the downtown and nearby neighborhoods. Madrone brought up the proposal with Caltrans about two years ago and discussions are ongoing. The topic resurfaced at the Sept. 23 meeting […] The post Hiller Road could get U.S. 101 on/offramps first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMHumboldt economy stable despite rising costs, mixed signalsHUMBOLDT – Despite rising costs, Humboldt County’s economy remained largely unchanged in August, according to the latest Humboldt Economic Index, produced by faculty and students in Cal Poly Humboldt’s Economics program. The Index has tracked economic activity in the county since 1996, and is celebrating its 30th anniversary this fall. The Index measures activity across six sectors and combines data […] The post Humboldt economy stable despite rising costs, mixed signals first appeared on Mad…
- Mad River Union3:00 AMRoy Tsatoke disappeared two years ago in McKinleyvilleARCATA – The Arcata Police Department is marking the two-year anniversary of the disappearance of Roy Tsatoke who was last seen on Sept. 22, 2024 on Hiller Road in McKinleyville. Despite extensive investigation and public outreach, his whereabouts remain unknown. Roy is a Native American male adult who was 25 years old at the time of his disappearance. Roy is […] The post Roy Tsatoke disappeared two years ago in McKinleyville first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMRural innovation is theme of 2026 Redwood Coast Region Economic SummitARCATA – The 2026 Redwood Coast Region Economic Summit takes place Thursday and Friday, Oct. 1–2 at the Arcata Community Center. This year’s theme is “Rural Innovation: Build, Connect, Grow.” The annual two-day gathering brings together business owners, community members and regional leaders from Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino and Trinity counties and neighboring tribal lands. Sessions will focus on […] The post Rural innovation is theme of 2026 Redwood Coast Region Economic Summit first…
- Mad River Union3:00 AMVTS on the trailSome 30 volunteers including a couple of families turned out for Saturday’s Volunteer Trail Stewards workday on the Humboldt Bay Trail and the Arcata Marsh and Wildlide Sanctuary. The post VTS on the trail first appeared on Mad River Union.
Thursday, September 24
Mad River Union3:00 AMArcata man arrested on stalking, attempted murder charges
EUREKA – On Sept. 15 at approximately 6:30 a.m., officers with the Eureka Police Department (EPD) responded to the vicinity of Long and A streets for a report of a vehicle blocking the roadway. Upon arrival, officers contacted the driver, identified as Matthew Manago, 48, of Arcata. Manago was taken into custody for driving under the influence. At approximately 9 […] The post Arcata man arrested on stalking, attempted murder charges first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMBLFD’s ‘Desserts for a Cause’BLUE LAKE – The Blue Lake Volunteer Fire Department is sweetening up Breast Cancer Awareness Month with its annual “Desserts for a Cause” fundraiser benefiting the Humboldt Breast & Gyn Project. The department will prepare and deliver 10 dessert platters Saturday, Oct. 17, each packed with locally made goodies such as pies, cupcakes, breads, bagels, cookies and whatever other baked […] The post BLFD’s ‘Desserts for a Cause’ first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMCouncil freezes data centersARCATA – The City Council last week set a 45-day moratorium on new data center applications while it develops a formal policy on such facilities. The urgency ordinance is based on “a current and immediate threat to public health, safety or welfare.” On Day 35, Oct. 21, city staff report on the study process. By Day 45, Nov. 2, the […] The post Council freezes data centers first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMCounty’s regulation of surveillance slowly advancesHUMBOLDT – Public opposition to use of Flock license plate readers and other surveillance gear is surging nationwide and in Humboldt County but county policy on it won’t be developed until the end of 2027. At their Sept. 15 meeting, county supervisors discussed and debated use of surveillance cameras as they moved toward policymaking. A board ad hoc committee had […] The post County’s regulation of surveillance slowly advances first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMDogtown: Apollo, Dozer, Ophelia and Roo – what a crew!We were very proud of the dogs that attended. They are getting to be old hands at this public event thing; now it is time for these pups to find their forever homes and let some others move most of it into the event slots! The post Dogtown: Apollo, Dozer, Ophelia and Roo – what a crew! first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMEventsHEALING FROM RELIGIOUS TRAUMA Queer Humboldt is offering “Queer & Free,” a virtual 10-week group for queer people working through religious trauma or the effects of a high-control religious environment. The group is also intended for people trying to rebuild community or rethink spirituality on their own terms. Meetings are Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., Sept. 16 through Nov. […] The post Events first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMFIND XAVIERA longhaired black cat named Xavier, or “X,” is missing from the Meadowbrook Apartments area. Xavier has a distinctive right cauliflower ear and pale green-yellow eyes. Anyone with information is asked to call Joe at (707) 273-3909. The post FIND XAVIER first appeared on Mad River Union.
- Mad River Union3:00 AMJohnson addresses Samoa project issuesSAMOA – The beeping of back up sirens, the burring of saws and the buzzing of electric sanders has been the soundtrack of life for residents in the historic mill town of Samoa for the last several years. But some of the town’s construction projects may get wrapped up in the coming year, while other projects get underway, including the […] The post Johnson addresses Samoa project issues first appeared on Mad River Union.