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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.
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Firefighting crews are moving into the repair phase after knocking down the blaze near Highway 96, but drivers in the area should still expect some lingering effects.
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More than 100 people pitched in the morning after Independence Day, and organizers are also asking the community to help a volunteer who was seriously injured nearby while cleaning up fireworks debris.
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Cal Poly Humboldt will honor four alumni whose leadership, innovation, and service have made a lasting impact in their professions and communities.
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“Total amount of scholarships awarded by Foundation in 25-26 fiscal year passes $1 million mark!”
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“The course I took exceeded every expectation I had,” one High School Scholar shared in a recent program survey. “I came into the class with a genuine interest, and they amplified it with every class. My professors treated me like a normal student, and it was incredible. The professors taught the best class I’ve ever taken, and it made me excited for future college classes.”
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“The Vesper Society, a San Francisco based private foundation, has provided a generous donation of $500,000 to initiate the Foundation’s first endeavor: “The Belonging Project”. The launch of this project includes the purchase of a historic Eureka property that will welcome children and families in a supportive and inclusive space, while also serving as a permanent home for First 5 Humboldt.”
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“Dr. Riggs is a past president of the American Geosciences Institute and the National Association of Geoscience Teachers. Prior to his current role, he held leadership positions at Texas A&M University, including Associate Dean for Diversity and Climate in the College of Geosciences, where he championed innovations in professional development and online learning. Nominated by the CSU Office of the Chancellor, he is committed to fostering the scientific leadership necessary for a resilient coastal future.”
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Since launching Clean California in July 2021, more than 600 different pieces of public art have been commissioned to beautify state roads and beautify local public spaces.
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“Cal Poly Humboldt has previously ranked among the top colleges in the nation, including Princeton Review’s “Best in the West”; U.S. News & World Report’s top public schools in the West; Washington Monthly’s Top Master’s University; and the Peace Corps’ 2026 top volunteer-producing colleges and universities. “
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