News, nature, and community throughout the Emerald Triangle
A bone recovered by a fisherman near Dos Rios Bridge in February has been confirmed through DNA testing as belonging to John Davis III, whose disappearance during a hunting trip along Highway 162 triggered a search effort that spanned more than a dozen operations and nearly five years.
A vigilant witness’s 911 call and detailed description led investigators to a suspect accused of ransacking a home and shop and making off with more than $63,000 in property, though a second suspect remains at large.
Humboldt County Supervisor Natalie Arroyo talks trails, housing, roller derby and the long road from Miami to the county dais on the latest 100% Humboldt podcast.
![Teagan Clinton cleans the rolling travel bag she won during the Blocksburg Ice Cream Social auction, unaware that one of its pockets held a long-forgotten surprise. [Photo courtesy of Jeni Stevens]](https://kymkemp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Teagan-Clinton-420x140.jpg)
Imagine finding $1,000 hidden inside something you just bought. A Blocksburg mother and daughter didn’t have to imagine it—they had to decide what to do next.
“A highly original, all-human circus that enchants through breathtaking acrobatics and athletically stunning skill. Sponsored by Playhouse Arts.”
A reward is being offered for information leading to Haniko’s safe return.
A CalMatters investigation into 148 California public college and university police departments found widespread gaps in reporting military-grade equipment, including AR-15s, tear gas grenades and sonic weapons, with Cal Poly Humboldt among the campuses that didn’t hold a required public forum on its arsenal in 2025.
Family and friends remember a longtime cement mason and Cutten Ridgewood baseball coach known for his authenticity, humor and deep love for his people.
“July; the time of grass seeds stuck in socks, cool refreshing water reminding us of joy on hot days.”
“[T]he victim appeared to have suffered numerous gunshot wounds.”
![Teagan Clinton cleans the rolling travel bag she won during the Blocksburg Ice Cream Social auction, unaware that one of its pockets held a long-forgotten surprise. [Photo courtesy of Jeni Stevens]](https://kymkemp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Teagan-Clinton-880x290.jpg)
