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Posted on: August 4, 2023

Humboldt County Courthouse 4th St. ADA Modification Project Begins Monday, Aug. 7

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Construction for the Humboldt County Courthouse Fourth St. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Modification Project will begin on Monday, Aug. 7.

This project is part of the county’s continued efforts to bring all county-programs, services, and...

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Posted on: March 13, 2023

Individuals with Disabilities Can Now Access Clam Beach County Park with Ease

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The County of Humboldt has completed the installation of a beach access mat along the beach access corridor at the northern parking lot of Clam Beach County Park, and the mat is now open for public use. 

The beach access mat allows individuals wit...

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Posted on: December 15, 2022

Humboldt County Website Accessibility

This is our annual distribution of Humboldt County’s Website Accessibility Policy and related documents.

Policy and Guidelines

Website Accessibility Policy (PDF)

Web Standards and Style Guide (PDF)

Forms

Accessible Information Request Form

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Posted on: May 4, 2022

California Dept of Cannabis Control launches consolidated resource list for license holders

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As California’s legal cannabis market grows, DCC knows that for existing, new and potential cannabis license holders, complying with the regulations that protect and support the legal market can be complex. That is why DCC is committed to provid...

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Posted on: August 10, 2021

Restricted Area Access Pass Program Launches for Commercial Agriculture Producers in Disaster Zones

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As worsening drought conditions continue to place Humboldt County at risk of a wildfire disaster, the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services (OES) is launching a new program which will allow commercial agriculture producers to attend to th...

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Posted on: September 8, 2023

Humboldt County Courthouse Fourth St. Entrance to Reopen on Monday, Sept. 11

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The main Fourth St. entrance to the Humboldt County Courthouse is expected to reopen to the public on Monday, Sept. 11. The Fourth St. entrance has been closed since Aug. 7 while construction for the Humboldt County Courthouse Fourth St. Americans with Di...

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Posted on: September 5, 2023

Invasive Jumping Worm Detected in Humboldt County

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Samples taken by the Humboldt County Department of Agriculture have been confirmed to be an invasive earthworm species known as the jumping worm (Amynthas agrestis). Jumping worms devour organic matter more rapidly than European earthworms, stripping the ...

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Posted on: August 25, 2023

California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport Has Reopened

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Airline Service Scheduled to Return on Saturday, Aug. 26

The Humboldt County Department of Aviation is excited to announce the reopening of the California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport (ACV). Airlines are scheduled to resume service on Saturday, Au...

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Posted on: August 23, 2023

Humboldt County, RWE & Vineyard Offshore to Explore Economic Development & Workforce Planning

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Humboldt County Partners with RWE and Vineyard Offshore to Explore Pathways for Sustainable Economic Development and Workforce Planning

  •  Memorandum of Agreement takes a community-first approach to chart a course for offshore wind’s succe...
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Posted on: August 23, 2023

Supervisor Rex Bohn Appointed to National Leadership Position for NACo's Rural Action Caucus

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Humboldt County First District Supervisor Rex Bohn has been appointed by National Association of Counties (NACo) President Mary Jo McGuire to serve as Vice-Chair of NACo’s Rural Action Caucus (RAC) for a 1-year term.

NACo's Rural Action Caucus is the voice...

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Posted on: June 28, 2023

Humboldt County Offices to Close Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4

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The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors yesterday approved the closure of many public-facing county offices on Monday, July 3. This closure is in addition to the previously scheduled July 4 closure.

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Posted on: June 22, 2023

Humboldt County Department of Aviation Announces New Service to Las Vegas Provided by Avelo Airlines

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The County of Humboldt’s Department of Aviation is excited to announce that direct flights to and from Las Vegas will once again be provided by Avelo Airlines.

Starting on Friday, Sept. 8, Avelo’s twice-weekly flights will provide direc...

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Posted on: June 9, 2023

Free Small Flock Egg Producers Workshop on Tuesday, June 20

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The County of Humboldt’s Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Egg Safety and Quality Management Program (ESQM), will host a free Small Flock Egg Producers Workshop thi...

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Posted on: May 4, 2023

Humboldt County Seeks Workforce Development Program Proposals

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The County of Humboldt has issued three Requests for Proposals (RFP) for Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded economic development programs, including the Youth Program, Layoff Aversion and Rapid Response Programs, and the Adult and Dislocat...

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Posted on: April 26, 2023

Celebrate Aviation Day at Murray Field Airport on Saturday, April 29

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The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors has designated Saturday, April 29 as Aviation Day in Humboldt County. 

In recognition of Aviation Day, the Humboldt County Department of Aviation is excited welcome the community to celebrate all things avi...

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Local Child Care Providers Eligible for $4.8M in COVID Funding

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Child care is an essential component of a strong and supported workforce. A small licensed family child care home with 8 children can help enable each of those parents to find or keep a job, providing the necessary workforce for local businesses and gener...

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Posted on: July 12, 2021

Humboldt Bay Trail

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The Humboldt Bay Trail is a network of paved paths connecting the communities around Humboldt Bay. Efforts are actively underway to complete a continuous 14-mile, non-motorized trail from central Arcata to the southern end of Eureka.

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Posted on: July 12, 2021

Climate Action Plan

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The County is coordinating with other local agencies to develop a regional Climate Action Plan (CAP) to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions throughout Humboldt County.

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Posted on: July 12, 2021

2021-22 County Budget Adopted

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The 2021-22 Adopted Budget is now available for review

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Posted on: July 12, 2021

Project Trellis

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The County of Humboldt Cannabis Business Micro-grant, Marketing, and Local Equity Program, commonly referred to as ‘Project Trellis,’ is a trailblazing support initiative for the county’s cannabis industry.

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Posted on: March 28, 2022

March 28, 2022 - Joint Information Center to close end of day Friday

The Humboldt County COVID-19 Joint Information Center (JIC) will close its doors at the end of the day Friday, April 1, after taking thousands of calls from county residents over the past two years. 

Starting Monday, April 4, callers can contact P...

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Posted on: November 3, 2021

Nov. 3, 2021 - Del Norte, Humboldt Counties Issue Statement on Masking Order Updates

As decisions to vaccinate and wear face coverings in public indoor and outdoor crowded settings drive down COVID-19 case rates and hospitalizations, health officers for two rural Northern California counties that require face coverings in public spaces to...

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Posted on: July 29, 2021

July 29, 2021 - Public Health Plans Vaccination Events for Young Adults

The Public Health mobile vaccination team is set to appear at several community events in Eureka at the end of this week in an effort to reach young adults, a sector of the community with a high overall incidence of COVID-19 infection and a low vaccinatio...

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Posted on: July 23, 2021

July 23, 2021 - Humboldt County Public Health Recommends Masking Indoors Amid Rise in Delta Variant

Humboldt County joins 25 other California counties in recommending that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, wear a mask indoors in public places.

As the highly transmissible Delta variant of COVID-19 is increasingly circulating locally, masking ind...

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JUL23 Masking Recommendation (PDF) COVID-19 Related News
Posted on: July 19, 2021

July 19, 2021 - Get Vaccinated at the Redwood AutoXpo

Attendees at this year’s Fortuna Redwood AutoXpo will see the shiny white van of the Humboldt County Public Health mobile vaccination unit along with the gleaming classic cars and hot rods on Saturday, July 24.

The 30th Annual Fortuna Redwood Aut...

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Posted on: July 1, 2021

July 1, 2021 - Vaccines Appear Effective Against COVID-19 Variants of Concern

Local health officials see strong evidence that COVID-19 vaccines are effective against all four “variants of concern” that have been identified in Humboldt County since November 2020. Yet young adults, the group most affected by these...

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Posted on: June 28, 2021

June 28, 2021 - Eureka’s COVID-19 Testing Site Moving to Wharfinger Building July 1

The Eureka COVID-19 testing site run by OptumServe is moving to a new facility and will be located at the Wharfinger Building starting Thursday, July 1. Operating hours will remain the same, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week.

The new testing site will be...

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June 28 OptumServe Move (PDF) COVID-19 Related News
Posted on: June 24, 2021

June 24, 2021 - SnapNurse Team Builds on County’s Mobile Vaccination Efforts

Humboldt County vaccination clinics have gone mobile to deliver COVID-19 vaccines to the people who need them, meeting people where they live, work and socialize. Here to support the efforts of Public Health and other approved local vaccinators is a state...

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JUN24 SnapNurse (PDF) COVID-19 Related News
Posted on: June 18, 2021

June 18, 2021 - Cal/OSHA Aligns COVID-19 Workplace Rules with CDPH Guidance

The Division of Occupational Safety and Health, better known as Cal/OSHA, revised COVID-19 safety regulations for California’s workplaces. Yesterday, Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an Executive Order to implement the relaxed rules effective immediatel...

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Posted on: June 14, 2021

June 14, 2021 - Tips on Talking to Kids About the COVID-19 Vaccine

Health officials are encouraging parents and guardians of age-eligible children to schedule an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine and prepare to support them through the process.

Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Behavioral Health ...

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Posted on: August 24, 2023

Jury Finds Jake Henry Combs Guilty of First Degree Murder

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Yesterday, a Humboldt County jury convicted 31-year-old Jake Henry Combs of first degree murder for the January 6, 2022 killing of 25-year-old Trevor John Earley of Alderpoint. Ad...

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Posted on: August 10, 2023

Asset Forfeiture Application Program

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August 10, 2023

 

Local programs designed to combat drug abuse and divert gang activity in Humboldt County, particularly for high-risk elementary and secondary school age st...

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Posted on: July 12, 2023

Jury Finds Frederick Adams Guilty of Lewd Acts with Child

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Today, a Humboldt County jury found Frederick Adams (43) of Eureka, guilty of the six felony charges brought against him by the District Attorney, including two counts of continuo...

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Posted on: June 20, 2023

Jury Finds Sergio ReynosoLozano Guilty of Lewd Acts with Child

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Today, a Humboldt County jury found Sergio ReynosoLozano (48) of Eureka, guilty of eight of the nine felony Lewd Acts with a Child charges brought against him by the District A...

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Posted on: May 24, 2023

Austin Medeiros Sentenced

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NEWS RELEASE

5/24/2023

Today, Judge Kaleb Cockrum sentenced 28-year-old Austin M. Medeiros of Rhode Island to serve 25 years to life in prison for the first-degree murder of 28-year-old Emil...

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Posted on: May 24, 2023

Victim Remains Recovered in Jason Miller Manslaughter Case

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5/24/2023

On May 2, 2023, defendant Jason Miller, age 42, pled guilty to voluntary manslaughter for the April 15, 2021, killing of Kiera Foley, age 32, in Eureka. The defendant ...

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Posted on: April 7, 2023

Daniella Moore Sentenced to Serve 15 Years to Life in Prison

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4/7/2023

Today, Judge Kelly Neel sentenced Eureka woman, Daniella Patricia Moore (43 years), to serve 15 years to life in state prison for the murder of 19-year-old Hannah Hayhu...

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

Jared Aubrey Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder of a Police Officer

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On March 30, 2023, Jared Eli Aubrey, age 32, pled guilty to two counts of attempted murder of a police officer and two counts of shooting at an occupied motor vehicle. Mr. Aubr...

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Posted on: December 29, 2022

Boxell Sentenced to 7 Years in July 4 Assault Case

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Today, 20-year-old Joseph Boxell received a 7-year prison sentence following his plea to a charge of Assault by Means Likely to Produce Great Bodily Injury with a strike prior. Boxell committed the strike prior on Jan. 12, 2021 in Arcata, when he brandish...

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Posted on: December 23, 2022

Harris Found Guilty of Assault in Connection with June Incident in Arcata

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District Attorney Maggie Fleming announced that today a Humboldt County jury found Joshua Lee Harris (31) of Arcata guilty of assault with a firearm, including the special allegation that he personally used a firearm in the commission of the crime.

The cas...

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Posted on: August 31, 2023

Humboldt County Office of Elections Seeks Feedback on Revised Draft Election Administration Plan

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The Humboldt County Office of Elections is seeking input from Humboldt County voters on the county’s revised draft Election Administration Plan (EAP).

The County of Humboldt will soon be transitioning to the California Voter’s Choice Act (VCA) elections fo...

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Posted on: August 9, 2023

Voter’s Choice Act Public Hearing on Thursday, Aug. 17

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The Humboldt County Office of Elections will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 17 regarding the County of Humboldt’s upcoming transition to the Voter’s Choice Act (VCA) elections format.

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Posted on: July 31, 2023

Humboldt County Office of Elections Seeks Feedback on Draft Election Administration Plan

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The Humboldt County Office of Elections is seeking input from Humboldt County voters on the county’s draft Election Administration Plan (EAP).

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Posted on: June 5, 2023

Elections Office Seeks Input from Voters with Disabilities and Voters who are Bilingual

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The Humboldt County Office of Elections is seeking input from Humboldt County voters with disabilities and bilingual or non-English speaking voters.

The County of Humboldt will soon be transitioning to the Voter’s Choice Act (VCA) elections forma...

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Posted on: March 6, 2023

Southern Humboldt Special Elections on Tuesday, March 7

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The Humboldt County Office of Elections encourages Southern Humboldt County voters to get prepared for the upcoming Special Elections taking place tomorrow, Tuesday, March 7. 

The Special Elections will be held only for Humboldt County voters who ...

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Posted on: October 7, 2022

Get Ready for the Special Election on March 7

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The Humboldt County Office of Elections encourages Southern Humboldt County voters to get prepared for the upcoming Special Elections on Tuesday, March 7. 

The Special Elections will be held only for Humboldt County voters who live in the Salmon C...

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Posted on: November 10, 2022

Election Results Reporting and Unprocessed Ballots Update

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The Humboldt County Office of Elections will continue to post the results of the Nov. 8 General Election every Friday starting Friday, Nov. 18 and leading up to the certification of the election prior to Thursday, Dec. 8.

The Elections Office has approxima...

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Posted on: November 4, 2022

Vote Early to Avoid the Lines on Tuesday, Nov.8th

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The California Statewide General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 8, and the Humboldt County Office of Elections would like to remind Humboldt County residents that there is still time to avoid the lines and vote early.

 Voters have the option to vote ea...

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Posted on: September 19, 2023

Sept. 19, 2023 - New COVID vaccine approved, mass vaccine clinics no longer being held

The new COVID-19 monovalent vaccine was recently approved and is expected to be available locally in the next week. The new vaccines, which are designed to protect against the current Omicron subvariants, are the only vaccines currently approved. The prev...

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Posted on: September 6, 2023

Sept. 6, 2023 - September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Humboldt County, and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is partnering with community groups to bring attention to suicide prevention efforts through events and trainings....

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Posted on: September 1, 2023

Sept. 1, 2023 - Cyanobacteria confirmed in local rivers

As we go into the long weekend, local Environmental and Public Health officials are reminding residents to keep an eye out for cyanobacteria while recreating at area rivers and lakes. This reminder comes after algal blooms were recently detected by North ...

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

Aug. 15, 2023 - King Salmon algal bloom confirmed as non-toxic

Local and state environmental health officials confirmed that samples of the orange algal bloom from King Salmon beach that were sent to the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board’s laboratory last week were non-toxic dinoflagellate ot...

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Posted on: August 1, 2023

Aug. 1, 2023 - Wellness-focused series for young people kicks off Aug. 7

Young people ages 16 to 26 years old are invited to learn about the importance of mental and physical wellness at the Humboldt County Transition-Age Youth Collaboration (HCTAYC) Youth Advisory Board’s wellness week Monday, Aug. 7 through Friday,...

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Posted on: July 14, 2023

July 14, 2023 - Humboldt County Board approves Tobacco Retail Licensing Ordinance

The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors adopted a Tobacco Retail Licensing (TRL) Ordinance for Humboldt’s unincorporated areas at its July 11 meeting. The County of Humboldt is the first jurisdiction to pass this type of ordinance locally. The policy est...

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Posted on: June 23, 2023

June 23, 2023 - Behavioral Health Triage

State officials announced today the award of $12,361,918 million in a unique partnership between Humboldt County Behavioral Health, Mad River Community Hospital, Cal Poly Humboldt and the City of Arcata.

The funding will be used to build a Behavioral Healt...

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Posted on: June 5, 2023

June 6, 2023 - June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month and June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Every year an estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10 Americans aged 60 and older, have experienced some form of elder abuse, according to the National Council on Aging, and Elder...

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Posted on: May 12, 2023

May 12, 2023 - May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is working with community partners to host events and trainings to end stigma and discrimination and raise awareness.

On Tuesday, May 16, join you...

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Posted on: April 26, 2023

April 26, 2023 - Public comment period on the draft MHSA 2023-2026 Three-Year Plan open now

Community residents are invited to review and comment on the Humboldt County draft Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Three-Year Plan for 2023-2026. 

In 2004, California voters approved Proposition 63, or MHSA, which placed a 1 percent tax on perso...

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

Car Seat Check Up Event

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Local technicians have  discovered misuse rates of 90 to 99% at check up events. Drive up and let trained child safety technicians be SURE your car seat is in RIGHT! 

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Humboldt County Fire Safe Council Quarterly Meeting

Join us at the UCCE Office, 5630 S Broadway Street, EurekaPublic participation is welcome in-person or via Zoom:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81046773818?pwd=cE1WRzhYT2ZMaEVYWnFkUTAwa25VQT09Dial by your location: +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) / Meeting...
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Posted on: November 17, 2022

THE BURNER IS BACK!

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THE BURNER IS BACK!

 WHO: CAL FIRE and Willow Creek Volunteer Fire Department

 WHEN: November 17, 2022 – December 31, 2022 **During Daylight Hrs.**

 WHERE: Willow Creek Airport accessed through Big Rock Public River Access Area via...

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Humboldt County Fire Safe Council Celebrates 20th Anniversary

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Last Thursday, the Humboldt County Fire Safe Council (HCFSC) celebrated 20 years since it was established by the Board of Supervisors in 2002. Members met in-person at the Eureka Woman's Club after two years of remote meetings. The HCFSC looks forward to ...

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Posted on: July 20, 2022

Wildfire Hazard Reduction Cost-Share Program Available to Local Landowners

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The County of Humboldt, in its role as a member of the Humboldt County Fire Safe Council (HCFSC), is offering private landowners the opportunity to participate in the Fire-adapted Landscapes and Safe Homes (FLASH) cost-share program. Grant fundin...

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Posted on: July 12, 2022

Wildfire Season is Here: Help us help you prepare

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Wildfire Season is Here!

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Are you struggling to prepare your home and property to survive the impacts of wildfire? Do you need support to manage wildfire prone vegetation (hazardous fuels) around your home, along your access routes, ...

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

March 1, 2023 - 1 New Death, 1 New Hospitalization, 89 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today the death of a resident in their 60s. A resident aged 80 or older was also hospitalized. An additional 22 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 were announced as well as 67 new probable cases for the period betw...

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Posted on: February 22, 2023

Feb. 22, 2023 - Two New Hospitalizations, 93 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today two new hospitalizations including a resident in their 60s and a resident aged 80 or older. An additional 78 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 were announced as well as 15 new probable cases for the period b...

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Posted on: February 15, 2023

Feb. 15, 2023 - Three New Hospitalizations, 186 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today three new hospitalizations including a resident in their 30s, a resident in their 60s and a resident in their 70s. An additional 146 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 were announced as well as 40 new probabl...

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Posted on: February 8, 2023

Feb. 8, 2023 - Two New Hospitalizations, 58 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today two new hospitalizations of two residents in their 70s. An additional 38 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 were announced as well as 20 new probable cases for the period between Tuesday, Jan. 31 and Tuesday,...

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Posted on: February 1, 2023

Feb. 1, 2023 - 2 New Deaths, 1 New Hospitalization, 55 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today the deaths of two residents, including one in their 50s and one aged 80 or older. A resident aged 80 or older was also hospitalized. An additional 33 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 were announced as well ...

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Posted on: January 25, 2023

Jan. 25, 2023 - Three New Hospitalizations, 42 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today three new hospitalizations including a resident in their 40s, one in their 60s and one in their 70s. An additional 23 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 were announced as well as 19 new probable cases for the...

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Posted on: January 18, 2023

Jan. 18, 2023 - One New Death, 1 New Hospitalization, 79 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today the death of a resident in their 70s. One new hospitalization of a resident in their 60s was also reported. An additional 39 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 were announced as well as 40 new probable cases ...

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JAN18 COVID Update (PDF) Humboldt Health Alert
Posted on: January 11, 2023

Jan. 11, 2023 - Two New Deaths, 5 New Hospitalizations, 102 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today the deaths of two residents aged 80 or older. Five new hospitalizations of residents including two in their 50s and three in their 60s were also reported. An additional 45 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 w...

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JAN11 COVID Update (PDF) Humboldt Health Alert
Posted on: January 4, 2023

Jan. 4, 2023 - One New Death, 1 New Hospitalization, 245 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today the death of a resident aged 80 or older. One new hospitalization of a resident in their 70s was also reported. An additional 59 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 were announced as well as 186 new probable c...

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JAN4 COVID Update 2023 (PDF) Humboldt Health Alert
Posted on: December 28, 2022

Dec. 28, 2022 - One New Death, 3 New Hospitalizations, 142 New Cases

Humboldt County Public Health reported today the death of a resident in their 70s. Three new hospitalizations including a resident in their 60s and two in their 70s were also reported. An additional 95 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 were announced a...

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Posted on: September 19, 2023

Time Running Out to Provide Input Into Short-Term Rental Ordinance

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The revised draft Short-Term Rental Ordinance will be presented to the Humboldt County Planning Commission on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 6 p.m. This is one of the last opportunities for the public to share their thoughts and concerns regarding short-term renta...

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Short-Term Rental Ordinance webpage Planning & Building
Posted on: August 15, 2023

Additional Short-Term Rental Ordinance Community Meetings on Thursday, Aug. 24 & Wednesday, Sept. 6

Short Term Rental Ordinance Northern Humboldt Community Meeting flier

An ordinance is being prepared to allow the use of residences as short-term rentals (STRs) in unincorporated Humboldt County. 

The purpose of the draft STR Ordinance is to protect the character of the neighborhoods where they are located and to pr...

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Short-Term Rental Ordinance webpage Planning & Building
Posted on: August 2, 2023

Short-Term Rental Ordinance Community Meetings on Wednesday, Aug. 9 and Wednesday, Aug. 16

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The County of Humboldt reminds the community that an ordinance is being prepared to allow the use of short-term rentals (STRs) in unincorporated Humboldt County. 

The purpose of the draft STR Ordinance is to allow some residences in unincorporated...

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Short-Term Rental Ordinance web page Planning & Building
Posted on: June 30, 2023

Digital Permit Application Submissions Required Beginning Wednesday, July 5

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Beginning Wednesday, July 5, the Humboldt County Planning & Building Department will require permit application packages to be submitted digitally. 

This new requirement aims to streamline the permit application process for staff and support a...

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Planning & Building
Posted on: June 26, 2023

Draft Short-Term Rental Ordinance Public Meeting on Wednesday, June 28

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The County of Humboldt reminds the community that an ordinance is being prepared to allow the use of short-term rentals (STRs) in unincorporated Humboldt County. 

The Planning & Building Department will host a virtual public meeting on Wednesd...

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Public Meeting Registration Link Planning & Building
Posted on: June 21, 2023

Short-Term Rental Ordinance Public Meeting on Wednesday, June 28

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The County of Humboldt’s Planning & Building Department has drafted a Short-Term Rental Ordinance and is seeking public input. 

On Wednesday, June 28 at 6 p.m. county Planning & Building Department staff will host a virtual public meeting ...

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Public Meeting Registration Link Planning & Building
Posted on: December 1, 2022

New Building Codes go into Effect on Jan. 1, 2023

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Every three years, the State of California adopts new building codes to establish uniform standards for the construction and maintenance of buildings, electrical systems, plumbing systems, mechanical systems, and fire and life safety systems. 

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Posted on: October 12, 2022

Take the Tiny House Village Survey

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The Humboldt County Planning and Building Department will be recommending zoning changes in the coming months to accommodate Tiny House Villages. In order to generate meaningful recommendations, we are seeking community input. All community members are in...

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Posted on: August 11, 2023

Northern Section of Eucalyptus Trees on U.S. 101 will be Removed for Safety Purposes

Northern Section of Eucalyptus Trees on U.S. 101

The County of Humboldt’s Public Works Department began construction of the Humboldt Bay Trail South Project in July. Due to work required for this project, the northern section of eucalyptus trees along U.S. Highway 101 (U.S. 101), located between Eureka ...

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Posted on: May 5, 2023

Beware of Online Parcel Scams

Scam Alert

A new scam on the rise statewide is targeting potential land-buyers with promises of off the grid parcels for sale. The Humboldt County Public Works Department’s Land Use Division and the Planning and Building Department warn that a variety of websites ha...

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Posted on: December 6, 2018

County To Perform Air Quality And Soil Testing

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Engineers and Geologists will be performing air quality and soil testing in Downtown Eureka on Friday and Saturday around the Humboldt County Courthouse and Jail. The pictured canister will be placed in the gravel parking lot along the east side of the ja...

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Public Works
Posted on: September 26, 2018

The More You Know: Humboldt County has a Community Wildfire Protection Plan

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2018 has been a devastating wildfire year. With neighboring communities suffering such catastrophic losses, one cannot help but wonder if this could happen here in Humboldt County. The answer is yes, it can.      In 2002, after ...

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Posted on: June 30, 2023

Freshwater Park Swimming Area Now Open for Public Use

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The Environmental Services Division of the County of Humboldt’s Public Works Department is excited to announce that the seasonal Freshwater County Park Dam has been successfully installed and the swimming area at Freshwater Park is ready for pub...

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Posted on: October 18, 2022

6th Avenue Speed Humps - Westhaven

Update - New Date 12/05/2022

A community meeting is planned for Monday, December 5, 2022 from 3:00PM to 4 PM to finalize the location of three proposed speed humps on 6th Avenue in Westhaven. The meeting will be held in front of the fire station on 6th Ave...

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Additional Info... Public Works - Road Projects
Posted on: September 30, 2022

US 101 intersection with Big Lagoon Park Road

Caltrans has contacted the County regarding proposed improvements to US 101 where it intersects Big Lagoon Park Road.  Caltrans is proposing to add a dedicated left turn lane from north bound US 101 onto Big Lagoon Park Road.  This would...

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Posted on: May 18, 2022

McKinleyville Multimodal Connections Project

This survey provides participants with the opportunity to view proposed concept designs for roadway improvements in the McKinleyville area and provide feedback about them. Please submit your response by May 31, 2022.  

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Posted on: April 13, 2022

McKinleyville Multimodal Connections Project

The project webpage for the McKinleyville Multimodal Connections Project has been updated.  Community Meeting No. 2 is planned for Thursday 04/28/2022 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Come join us. See the project website for details. https://humboldtgov...

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Posted on: September 29, 2021

McKinleyville Multimodal Connections Project

The McKinleyville Multimodal Connections Project survey is now closed and community responses are being reviewed. Additional public input opportunities will be available this fall and winter. See the project website for details. https://humboldtgov.org/29...

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Posted on: August 25, 2021

McKinleyville Multimodal Connections Project

The project webpage for the McKinleyville Multimodal Connections Project has been updated.  The video of the 08/23/2021 online community meeting has been posted. See the project website for details. https://humboldtgov.org/2912

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Posted on: August 2, 2021

McKinleyville Multimodal Connections Project

The project webpage for the McKinleyville Multimodal Connections Project has been updated.  Walking tours are planned for 08/16/2021, a community meeting is planned for 08/23/2021, and a community survey is now available for residents to complete...

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Posted on: September 19, 2023

Signal Maintenance - Anna Sparks Way & School Road

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On Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, Humboldt County Public Works will be working at Anna Sparks Way and School Road with Western System. We will be shutting down Signals to connect the Battery Backup System, between 9am to 12 noon. Stop Signs will be posted.

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Road Conditions Road Conditions Updates
Posted on: July 25, 2023

Alderpoint Road - Storm Damage Repair

Road Work Ahead

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Storm Damage Repair to Alderpoint Road Post Miles 5.00, 6.98, 7.25, 7.37, and 7.58

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be repairing Alderpoint Road at P.M. 5.00, 6.98, 7.25, 7.37, and 7.58 approximately 5 miles east o...

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Road Conditions Road Conditions Updates
Posted on: July 20, 2023

Cock Robin Island Road

Road Closed

NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION

FOR STORM DAMAGE REPAIR TO COCK ROBIN ISLAND ROAD POST MILE 0.50 TO 0.57

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be repairing the roadway on Cock Robin Island Road from P.M. 0.50 to P.M. 0.57.

The road will be closed to pub...

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Road Conditions Road Conditions Updates
Posted on: July 13, 2023

Briceland Thorne Road - Storm Damage Repair

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Notice of Construction for Storm Damage Repair to Briceland Thorne Road Post Mile 5.67

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be repairing Briceland Thorne Road at P.M. 5.67, approximately 6 miles west of Redway.

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Road Conditions Road Conditions Updates
Posted on: July 12, 2023

Road Maintenance on Bald Hills Road

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Notice of Construction for Road Maintenance on Bald Hills Road Post Miles 16.05 to 19.04.

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be replacing culverts and resurfacing Bald Hills Road from P.M. 16.05 to P.M. 19.04.

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Posted on: June 22, 2023

Safe Routes to School - McKinleyville

Road Work Ahead

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be constructing driveways, curb ramps, and bike lanes to improve access to Morris Elementary School and McKinleyville High School.

Sidewalk and lane closures will occur on Bates Road, McKinleyville Avenue...

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Road Conditions Road Conditions Updates
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Elk Creek Road

Road Work Ahead

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be repairing Elk Creek Road from P.M. 0.95 to P.M. 2.42, between Myers Flat and Fruitland.

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Road Conditions Road Conditions Updates
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Swain Slough Bridge

Road Closed

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works is replacing the Swain Slough Bridge on Pine Hill Road.

Pine Hill Road will be closed between Elk River Road and the bridge site until the project is completed.

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Posted on: September 21, 2023

Firearms, methamphetamine discovered at Blue Lake residence

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On Sept. 20, 2023, at about 6:55 p.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies served a search warrant at a residence on the 400 block of Liscom Hill Road in Blue Lake to investigate community complaints of ongoing drug-related activity.

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Posted on: September 18, 2023

Hoopa OIS Update

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On Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, an officer involved shooting occurred in Hoopa involving the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The Humboldt County Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) is investigating this incident in conjunction with the California Departmen...

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Posted on: September 17, 2023

Officer Involved Shooting Investigation in Hoopa

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On Sept. 17, 2023, at approximately 7:30 a.m. an officer with the California Highway Patrol attempted a traffic stop for a vehicle code violation on California State Route 96 in Hoopa. The vehicle initially failed to yield and a short pursuit ensued, endi...

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Posted on: September 15, 2023

Attempted murder arrest

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On Sept. 12, 2023, at about 8:08 p.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies in the area of the 1200 block of Hatchery Road near Blue Lake were contacted by an adult female victim reporting an assault.

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Posted on: September 8, 2023

Online scam costs local resident thousands

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The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office has recently received the report of a computer scam leading to the theft of thousands of dollars from a local victim.

According to the victim, an anti-virus pop-up notification appeared on their home computer ...

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Posted on: September 6, 2023

Public’s help sought in decades-old missing person case

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The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Cold Case Unit is seeking the community’s help to solve a 27-year-old missing person case.

Scott Paul Hayes was last seen by a roommate on January 8, 1996. Hayes, who was 19 at the time, told his roommate h...

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Posted on: September 6, 2023

McKinleyville death investigation

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On Sept. 5, 2023, at about 2:32 p.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a residence on the 1400 block of Marty Avenue in McKinleyville to conduct a welfare check.

According to the reporting party, a resident of the home missed...

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Posted on: September 5, 2023

Three arrested following Humboldt Bay area vehicle burglaries

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On Sept. 2, 2023, at about 10:54 a.m., the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office was contacted regarding a vehicle burglary in the Samoa area.

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Posted on: September 1, 2023

Clam Beach assault

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On Aug. 31, 2023, at about 7:21 p.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the Clam Beach northern parking lot for the report of an assault.

Deputies contacted a 56-year-old male victim who had sustained moderate injuries as a re...

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Posted on: August 30, 2023

Ferndale-area vehicle theft arrest

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On Aug. 27, 2023, at about 4:21 p.m., a Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to the Ferndale area for the report of a vehicle theft.

According to the victim, an acquaintance, 80-year-old Steven Foster Stiles, had reportedly entered the...

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Posted on: September 21, 2023

HCDTF Seizes Cocaine and 34 Firearms from Fortuna Residences

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On September 20th, 2023, Humboldt County Drug Task Force Agents, and Officers with the Fortuna Police Department (FoPD) served a multi-location search warrant at a residence located in the 1000 block of Ivy Lane, Fortuna, a residence located in the 1000 b...

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Posted on: September 19, 2023

HCDTF Seizes Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, and Firearms in Redway

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On September 14th, 2023, Humboldt County Drug Task Force Agents served a search warrant at the residence of Jordan GUTHART, Laluna MARTINand Kirk THURSTON, located on Manzanita Lane in Redway. HCDTF Agents received information that dru...

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Posted on: August 30, 2023

HCDTF Seizes Six Pounds of Methamphetamine- One Arrested

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On August 28, 2023, Humboldt County Drug Task Force (HCDTF) Agents assisted the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) with a traffic stop on a vehicle on Highway 101 north of Trinidad. HCSO Deputy McKenzie and his K9 Rex, conducted a traffic s...

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Posted on: August 23, 2023

HCDTF Seizes Methamphetamine and Fentanyl- One Arrested

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On August 19th, 2023, Humboldt County Drug Task Force (HCDTF) Agents with assistance from the Fortuna Police Department (FoPD) served a search warrant on David Scott FOURNIER (58 years old from Fortuna). HCDTF Agents observed FOURNIER travel from Humboldt...

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Posted on: August 16, 2023

HCDTF Serves Search Warrant in Eureka- One Arrested

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On August 16th, 2023, Humboldt County Drug Task Force Agents served a search warrant at the residence of Daniel LANGEVIN, Cara CHMIELEWSKI, and Jennifer MANNINGlocated in the 500 block of Herrick Avenue in Eureka. HCDTF Agents received informat...

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Posted on: August 16, 2023

HCDTF Seizes 1 Kilo of Methamphetamine and 1.8 Pounds of Fentanyl

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On August 15th, 2023, Humboldt County Drug Task Force (HCDTF) Agents with assistance from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and the Eureka Police Department (EPD), served a search warrant on Ryan John COONS (29 years old from Eureka). HCDTF Agen...

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

HCDTF Seizes Two Pounds of Methamphetamine

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On August 14th, 2023, Humboldt County Drug Task Force Agents with assistance from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office served a search warrant on Stephen Wayne OWENS (44 years old from Eureka). HCDTF Agents observed OWENS travel from Humboldt County to Mo...

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Posted on: August 2, 2023

HCDTF Arrests Felon in possession of Fentanyl and Firearm in Eureka

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On August 1st, 2023, Humboldt County Drug Task Force Agents received information that Cheyenne Lea Silva Lovfald (age 29) had purchased narcotics and a firearm outside of Humboldt County, and was currently traveling back to the Eureka area. Silva Lovfald ...

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Posted on: August 1, 2023

One Arrested Following Search Warrant in Fortuna

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On July 31st, 2023, Humboldt County Drug Task Force Agents served a search warrant at the residence of Jesse Rawlin Lussow (Age 47) located in the 2000 block of Hanna Ct. in Fortuna. After a multi-week investigation, the HCDTF believed Lussow was in posse...

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Posted on: July 25, 2023

HCDTF ARRESTS TWO AFTER A FOOT PURSUIT AND LOCATING NARCOTICS

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During the month of July 2023, Agents with the Humboldt County Drug Task Force received information that Riley Wilson Bean (Age 29) was selling narcotics in the Eureka area of Humboldt County. Bean was on felony probation for selling narcotics and had a f...

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Posted on: June 13, 2023

Homicide victim identified after 25 years through forensic DNA testing

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A 25-year mystery has been solved and a family is finally getting closure thanks to a partnership between the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office (HCSO), the California Department of Justice (CA DOJ) and Othram Inc.

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Posted on: March 2, 2023

HCSO Cold Case Unit closes decades-old missing person investigation through DNA

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The identity of a man located deceased in the Eel River has finally been determined after 25 years through DNA, thanks to a partnership between the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office’s Cold Case Unit, the California Department of Justice...

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Posted on: November 21, 2022

Third Annual Kid’s Christmas Card Contest

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The holiday season is almost here, and we need your help to make it merry and bright.

The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office’s Third Annual Kid’s Christmas Card Contest is now open for entries. As part of this contest, Humboldt ...

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Posted on: May 4, 2022

Celebrating 25 Years of SCOP

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The year was 1995. Crime was rising in the small town of McKinleyville and Sheriff Dennis Lewis, who had been elected the year prior, was operating a department in the midst of a budget crisis. As the budget shrunk, forced cuts were made, and the pressure...

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Posted on: November 18, 2021

HCSO opens 2nd Annual Kid’s Christmas Card Contest

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The holiday season is almost here and we need your help to make it merry and bright.

The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office’s Second Annual Kid’s Christmas Card Contest is now open for entries. As part of this contest, Humboldt ...

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Posted on: August 24, 2021

Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Launches Unsolved Cases Database

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The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the launch of a new online database of unsolved missing persons and suspected homicide cases.

The HCSO Unsolved Cases Database features information regarding 57 unsolved missing persons ...

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Posted on: March 17, 2021

Correctional Deputies save choking inmate’s life

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Two Humboldt County correctional deputies saved an inmate’s life last week after successfully performing the Heimlich Maneuver.

On March 8, 2021, during dinner service in the Humboldt County Correctional Facility, Correctional Deputy Jakob Heckert was work...

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Posted on: October 15, 2020

Text to 9-1-1 Now Available in Humboldt County

Text to 9-1-1 now available in Humboldt County

The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the availability of Text to 9-1-1 for all residents in the county’s unincorporated areas.

While calling 9-1-1 during an emergency is still the preferred way to ask for help, Text to 9-1-1 is a new...

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Posted on: May 18, 2021

“Know Before You Go” this OHV Safety Awareness Week

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The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHV) Unit encourages the community to “Know Before You Go” this OHV Safety Awareness Week, May 15 – 23, 2021.

Whether you are a new or experienced rider, it is essential to take all safety pre...

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Posted on: November 16, 2020

Humboldt County Correctional Facility launches Jail-Based Competency Treatment Program

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Dressed in all brown, three men fill their coffee cups, take a seat on the couch and talk about life. It’s more relaxed here than in other places of the facility, with flowers and inspirational quotes spread across the walls. And if it weren’t for the jum...

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Outstanding Measure S Payments Accepted In Any Amount Through December 31, 2024

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On November 29, 2022 the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution (Resolution 22-143) extending the temporary reduction of Measure S taxes and suspending 100% of the Measure S taxes for tax year 2023 and tax year 2024.

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Posted on: October 6, 2022

Check Your Eligibility to Apply for Property Tax Relief Funds

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The Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office encourages local homeowners who have fallen behind on their property tax payments during the COVID-19 pandemic to check their eligibility to apply for California Mortgage Relief Program funds.

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