News, nature, and community throughout the Emerald Triangle
Ward Michael “Mike” Falor, a Blue Lake fixture known for his vast car collection, volunteer firefighting, natural musicianship, and fierce love of animals, died December 14, 2025.
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Pia Margriet Seinen, 82, who built a home on a Garberville mountainside and became a beloved fixture at Southern Humboldt art fairs for decades, passed away November 17, 2025, in Huntsville, Alabama.
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Nancy Holberg-Caster, who spent 26 years working for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and was known for her creativity, love of animals and devotion to family, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026 at the age of 71.
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“She and her husband raised a total of fourteen puppies, of which many went on to assist sight impaired individuals, move through the world safely and confidently.”
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“She loved animals and was a member of FFA where she raised and showed animals at the Humboldt County Fair. She also loved to sing and had a beautiful voice.”
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Jamey Estelle Hughes, 50, Remembered for Her Compassion, Creativity, and Dedication to Children
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“Her favorite songs were ‘Happy Together’ by the Monkees and ‘Can’t Help Falling In Love With You’ by Elvis Presley. She always wanted her ‘sweet, darling Danny’ to hear them with her.”
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“He was generous with his time, encouragement, and love.”
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“Over the years Florence worked several jobs including bookkeeping and working at the local hospital. She canned and would sell her harvest at her Myers Flat vegetable stand.”
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“Robert lived for several years in Humboldt County, where he was employed as an X-ray technician at Providence St. Joseph’s Hospital, Eureka, and Redwood Memorial Hospital in Fortuna.”
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