Natural History Museum Back in Business
Interim Program Manager Julie Van Sickle (left) and Humboldt Science and Mathematics Center Director Jeffrey White (right). By John C. Osborn
One year after Humboldt State University shuttered its doors to the general public, the Natural History Museum in Arcata is expected to re-open next week, armed with new revenue sources and an expanded mission.
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Humboldt Democrats Endorse Eureka, Arcata Candidates
The Humboldt County Democratic Central Committee endorsed four candidates for the upcoming Eureka and Arcata council races at its meeting Wednesday night.
The committee, which consists of elected Democrats in Humboldt County, hands out endorsements to local candidates that are a part of the Democratic Party, though all the city and county positions up for grabs [...]
Bass Rebuts Neely, Talks About Balloon Track, County Finances
Fourth District Supe candidate Virginia Bass speaks before supporters outside the Wharfinger. By John C. Osborn
Fourth District Supe candidate Virginia Bass rebutted several criticisms made against her by opponent and current supervisor Bonnie Neely, while also touching on the Balloon Track and county finances at a speech earlier today.
Bass talked to a group of supporters [...]
Mohland Kick-Off Focuses on Economic Growth
Josh Mohland talks with supporters outside of his business on I St. duing his campaign kick-off. By John C. Osborn
Arcata City Council candidate Josh Mohland wants to make it clear that he is not a politician, and he thinks that point makes him stand out against other candidates.
Mohland, a political newcomer to the Arcata scene, [...]
Eureka to Discuss Medical Marijuana Enforcement, Smoking Law
The Eureka City Council will discuss possible enforcement guidelines and fines associated with the recently approved medical marijuana ordinance at its meeting tonight. Aside from that, and discussion of the Jefferson Elementary School property purchase, the council will also consider whether to amend the city’s controversial smoking ordinance after receiving complaints from a number of [...]
Jefferson School Purchase On Tap Again
By John C. Osborn
The Eureka City Council will consider giving the city’s Redevelopment Agency the go-ahead to purchase the Jefferson Elementary School property from Eureka City Schools in its entirety at its meeting Tuesday.
The original plan to have the burden of the $600,000 purchasing cost split between the city and Northcoast Children’s Services fell through [...]
Peter LaVallee Launches Mayoral Run
Eureka Mayoral candidate Peter LaVallee addresses a crowd outside of The Wharfinger during campaign kick-off. By John C. Osborn.
In kicking off his campaign, Peter LaVallee named a number of important issues both the council and mayor must address in Eureka in coming year, including the budget, economic growth, and homelessness.
LaVallee addressed mainly supporters outside of [...]
Neely Launches Offensive Against Bass
Fourth District Supe Bonnie Neely address supporters at her campaign HQ. By John C. Osborn
In her speech before supporters to kick-off the next leg of the Fourth District Supervisorial Race, incumbent Bonnie Neely went on the offensive against her competitor, Eureka Mayor Virginia Bass, on a number of topics.
Neely spoke to the crowd of mostly [...]
Neighbors Circulate Survey About Jefferson Property
Community members gather at City Hall to discuss Jefferson Elementary property last Tuesday. By John C. Osborn
Community organizers who have worked to convert the now-blighted Jefferson Elementary School property into something a bit more neighborly are circulating a survey to collect comment on what the community envisions for the site.
Following the abrupt and quiet departure [...]
Martin Cotton Incident Going to Trial
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Over the past two years, Martin Cotton and his granddaughter (through a legal guardian) have navigated the legal rivers trying to seek recourse from both the City of Eureka and Humboldt County for the alleged wrongful death of Martin Cotton II, the 26-year-old man who allegedly fought with police and others outside of the Eureka [...]
