News, nature, and community throughout the Emerald Triangle
A magnitude 5.A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck 11 kilometers north of Redwood Valley Wednesday morning, sending alerts from Humboldt County to the Bay Area and prompting immediate emergency response — with power lines down in Willits and CalFire assessing structural damage across the region.
Decades of allegations against a beloved Humboldt County animal rescue have led to a court-authorized excavation of its property — and sources say remains have already been found as a multi-agency investigation including the FBI breaks new ground in a case that has shaken the animal welfare community across the state.
“Public garden conference highlights the region’s leadership in conservation, horticulture, and sustainable tourism.”
“The honor marks the second California Book Award Gold Medal received by Backcountry Press. In 2023, The Klamath Mountains: A Natural History…received the California Book Award Gold Medal for Contribution to Publishing.”
“Friends of the Arcata Marsh (FOAM) offers its free monthly session ‘Nature Journaling at the Marsh’ with Suzanne Castiglione and Rhodes Paris on Sunday, June 28.”
Monique is a 1-year-old female currently waiting at the Humboldt County Animal Shelter, and she’s impossible to overlook. With her soft smoky-gray coat, bright curious
Terry’s latest cartoon connects rescue dogs and Alexandre Farm.
“She was especially known for the weekly luncheon fashion shows at the Red Lion, which reflected her flair for style and her gift for turning fashion into a fun and memorable experience for the community.”
“We made it. There is always a feeling of relief as we cross the threshold and begin the descent back towards shorter days.”
Can someone legally use cannabis under California law and still own a firearm? The answer has long been complicated. A new Supreme Court ruling changes part of that equation. Here’s what Humboldt, Mendocino and Trinity County residents should know.
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