12.30.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues. Jan. 2nd 6:00pm - Agenda Packet Includes first reading of rental inspection program ordinance, discussion of removing the "sentry box" on Wildwood Ave. and more...
12.29.23 in anticipation of the rental property inspection discussion, here is our archive - Rio Dell Building Department Fraud. Years of ignoring building codes is a contributing factor to why Rio Dell homes suffered so much more damage than surrounding areas. The structural report for our own home that was done in 2004 is linked as well. The city fought hard to prevent us from doing structural repairs at the time.
EPD K9 Officer Bolo to receive donation of body armor
12.28.23 KMUD Reporter Round Table - 2023 in Review featuring the Rio Dell Times, Redheaded Blackbelt, Lost Coast Outpost and The Mendocino Voice
12.27.23 Rio Dell City Council to consider rental housing inspection program at Jan. 2nd meeting
12.25.23 Merry Christmas!
12.22.23 The Clark Family Faces Humboldt County Probate Court - Part Two (audio) what happened in court?
Listen to Part One of the Clark Family story
California exports the risk from its hazardous waste. One neighborhood in Mexico shows the consequences - CalMatters the toxic chemicals are being burned just across the border from San Diego county and people are getting sick
in a related story...San Diego County declares state of emergency over cross-border pollution - Fox5 San Diego sewage contamination is coming from our own toxic waste dumped in Mexico
Volunteers sought for upcoming homeless Point-in-Time count
PRA request results for earthquake recovery data - here, here and here
12.21.23 Phew! no third annual Dec. 20th major earthquake - you can stop holding your breath now...
Mental health programs that served hundreds of kids to close after CA payment reform - CalMatters featuring Changing Tides in Eureka
12.20.23 Happy Earthquake Anniversary Day!
Judge Dismisses Rory Kalin's Lawsuit Against Humboldt County Judge Kreis, Public Defender's Office Employees - Lost Coast Outpost
12.19.23 Enrollment open for 'Humboldt Income Program,' which will provide 150 expecting women with $920 a month for 18-months - Lost Coast Outpost
12.17.23 Earthquake Anniversary Update (audio) - how is recovery going in Rio Dell?
Earthquake Aftermath and Recovery Slideshow is available here in the 2022 Earthquake archive
an update to the Clark Family story is coming...
12.15.23 Humboldt County Earthquake Recovery Update - "there's more work to be done"
12.14.23 Update - Toys for Tots Theft
Are you still trying to recover from last year's earthquakes? Call (707) 382-5890 M-F 10am-4pm and ask for Disaster Case Management assistance - there is some help available for people over income for other assistance to help with building permit fees. Call them and ask! They can't reimburse any already paid permits.
Just in case anyone has forgotten...2022 Earthquake Aftermath Video is here.
12.10.23 Real-life Grinch breaks into Toys for Tots warehouse, drives off with truck-load full of Christmas gifts - Lost Coast Outpost
12.9.23 The Clark Family Faces Humboldt County Probate Court - Part One (audio)
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12.8.23 Update - Officer involved shooting in Eureka
Humboldt County Legal Professional Association (HCLPA) leaves a lasting legacy with Teen Court donation
Anniversary of the Great Humboldt County Earthquake(s) - CA Brace & Bolt residential mitigation program
Read about the 2022 Ferndale Earthquake impact and response from an expert who helped in the aftermath - Jay Patton online
Find the seismic fault lines near you! USGS Fault Map is searchable
12.7.23 The 2024-25 Budget: California's Fiscal Outlook - Legislative Analyst Office "California faces a $68 Billion Deficit"
12.6.23 Newsom cancels public capitol Christmas tree lighting, opting for virtual event amid planned protests - Fox News
12.4.23 Tens of thousands still waiting as California's COVID rent relief program runs low on cash - CalMatters
Border Patrol dropped 42,000 migrants on San Diego streets. Now county, groups are seeking help - CalMatters
12.3.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues. Dec. 5th 6:00pm - Agenda Packet includes updates on city planning projects and street work, first reading of rental housing inspection regulations ordinance and more...
12.1.23 Updated California revenue projections show $56 billion dollar shortfall - the impact across the state budget is yet to be determined...
In custody death investigation
Humboldt Made gift baskets are available for shipping to friends and family - send a taste of Humboldt
11.30.23 Rio Dell Community Resource Center December Calendar of Events
11.29.23 Sheriff Honsal is refusing to allow a dying man man's organs to be donated. Parents and a donor organization say he won't explain why. - Lost Coast Outpost
11.28.23 Suspicious subject near McKinleyville High School
Live Well Humboldt local health data dashboard is launched!
The next Census could undercount the number of disabled Americans by 20 million - Stat
Wanted person arrest in McKinleyville
11.26.23 Officer involved shooting in Eureka results in one fatality
Border Patrol sending migrants to unofficial camps in California desert, locals say - NPR
11.22.23 What the Hale? Convicted sex offender, previous courthouse mediator Joseph Hale released from jail early, plus good news from the new courthouse CEO - Redheaded Blackbelt
11.21.23 Emergency weather warming center planning in progress, volunteers needed
Revolution, evolution, and devaluation: 27 years of medical marijuana and 7 years of commercial cannabis in CA - Redheaded Blackbelt
Fentanyl arrest
Attempted homicide arrest
11.17.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues. Nov. 21st 6pm - Agenda Packet includes annual financial report for FY 2022-23, approve purchase of firearms for RDPD, authorize removal of the bear sculpture on Wildwood Ave. and more...
Inside Bayview Heights - North Coast Journal
11.15.23 HCDTF arrests two in Fortuna - seizes narcotics and firearms
Proponents, opponents talk Measure A - North Coast Journal
11.14.23 Facing financial ruin as costs soar for elder care - CalMatters
Adult children discuss the trials of caring for their aging parents - CalMatters part of their Dying Broke series
11.11.23 Happy Veterans Day to all who have served!
Jury finds Shawn Patrick McMahon guilty of first degree murder
Update: Robbery at the Bayshore Mall
HCDTF serves search warrant in Eureka - two arrested
USDA assistance available for homeowners affected by Dec. 20, 2022 earthquake and winter storms
11.10.23 In a surprise announcement, Jim Wood says he will not seek re-election to CA Assembly - Lost Coast Outpost
11.6.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tuesday Nov. 7th 6:00pm - Agenda Packet includes creation of new fines for parking violations and animal control, authorization to rebid the Gateway Project, amend bid related to the Rio Dell Dog Park and more...
'Humboldt Cannabis Reform Initiative: a controversial voter initiative' is subject of next ERFSA meeting - Redheaded Blackbelt
Kansas officials downplayed involvement in Marion raid. Here's what they knew - Kansas Reflector Local and state law enforcement resources were used against a small town newspaper for the personal benefit of the police chief - then they denied involvement
10.31.23 Happy Halloween!
'Nobody believes in our victory like I do.' Inside Volodymyr Zelensky's struggle to keep Ukraine in the fight - Time
10.30.23 Assault weapon arrest in Rio Dell after shooting in Arcata
Halloween safety reminders from HCSO
Should the Scotia Hospital be converted into a hotel for short-term rentals? The Humboldt County Planning Commission will take up the application at their Nov. 2nd meeting (6 pm) - Agenda and staff report for Scotia Hospital
10.27.23 Fortuna Union High School Music Program receives a $1.2 million donation - Redheaded Blackbelt
What the candy you steal from children on Halloween says about you - North Coast Journal
10.26.23 Death investigation at Bayshore Mall area encampment
Young condor receives treatment for lead poisoning
10.25.23 Rio Dell resident killed in crash - North Coast Journal
'Back of the line again': California's broadband plan deprioritized underserved regions, advocates say - CalMatters
10.16.23 'A massive enterprise': California's offshore wind farms are on a fast track - CalMatters featuring Humboldt Bay
10.15.23 New California law raises minimum wage to $25 for health care workers - CalMatters
10.13.23 Humboldt County Board of Supervisors presentation on Habitat for Humanity earthquake response in Rio Dell is scheduled for 11:15am Tues. Oct. 17th - Agenda Item - BOS Agendas can be found here
Earthquake Alert! Thursday Oct. 19th at 10:19am, the MyShake app will set off an alert to test the system
Del Norte Sheriff's Deputy Killed in Possible Homicide; Suspect Still Outstanding - Wild Rivers Outpost
This prolific LA eviction law firm was caught faking cases in court. Did they misuse AI? - LAist the prominent firm received a slap on the wrist (barely) for faking court filings...they got caught in this case but how many more have they gotten away with?
10.12.23 Rio Dell Mayor and Humboldt Made Director to be honored at 2023 Democrat of the Year Gala - John Chiv
Serve your community, earn extra money as an election worker
Loaded firearms located during Hoopa traffic stop
10.11.23 Supervisor Michelle Bushnell announces re-election campaign - Lost Coast Outpost
10.10.23 SB 280 (Laird) Conservatorship Care Plans is Signed! Conservators must create and provide a comprehensive care plan to court and relatives of the first degree (adult children & spouse) by Jan. 1, 2025 in a big win for families!
Protect Our Loved Ones strongly supported the passage of SB 280
Gavin Newsom signs law in 'overhaul' of mental health system. It changes decades of practice - CalMatters this will make it much easier to involuntarily conserve a person yet there are still virtually no beds available or facilities to provide treatment.
10.9.23 The 10.3.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting is online! - watch the Earthquake Recovery presentation and the public comments afterwards, including Supervisor Michelle Bushnell.
10.6.23 Humboldt County Drug Task Force Scores Drugs and Thugs
Wind 'turbine graveyards' sprawled across Texas - Sky News Australia
As rooftop solar debate flares, builders, landlords and renter advocates are taking sides - CalMatters CPUC is considering a rule to gut the payments that solar panels on apartment buildings receive. Why are so many housing groups mad about it?
10.4.23 Rio Dell earthquake recovery to date: of the 64 homes that were red-tagged - 45 have been cleared. Of the 257 homes that were yellow-tagged - 50 have been cleared
The CA Earthquake Authority would like to hear about your experience in last year's quakes in order to serve you better - Lost Coast Outpost anyone in Rio Dell want to chime in on that one?
10.2.23 Emergency alert system test to hit phones, radios, TVs on Wednesday. Here's what you can expect - ABC7
9.30.23 Earthquake! 4.7 magnitude quake shakes Humboldt County awake - followed by a 4.2 a few hours later...
Ghoulish sights to appear in Ferndale soon - Redheaded Blackbelt
9.29.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Oct. 3rd 6:00pm - Agenda Packet includes presentation by Humboldt Area Foundation & Wild Rivers Community Foundation on Resiliency and Recovery in the Eel River Valley following the December 20, 2022 Ferndale Earthquake and more...
Dianne Feinstein, centrist stalwart of the Senate, dies at 90 - SF Gate
9.28.23 In Search of Safe Crossing: Tri-County Independent Living, residents raise alarm over pedestrian safety on Eureka's Fourth, Fifth streets - North Coast Journal
Cal Poly Humboldt spending $1.34 million on hotel lease while having 331 vacant beds on campus - The Lumberjack
Elbik homicide investigation update - suspect surrenders
Eureka shooting suspect arrested
Cruise ship Seabourn Venture docking in Humboldt Bay on Monday
Missing Del Norte County man believed to be in Southern Humboldt
Orleans drive by shooting investigation
Officer involved shooting investigation - update
9.25.23 Huffman, citing Rio Dell, asks FEMA for more 'Flexible, Equitable" access to disaster aid - North Coast Journal
One arrested following Southern Humboldt road rage incident
Suspect arrested after string of vehicle burglaries
Suspect arrested in Eureka for negligent discharge of a firearm
9.22.23 Firearms, methamphetamine discovered at Blue Lake residence
HCDTF seizes cocaine and 34 firearms from Fortuna Residences
9.20.23 A budding partnership: actor Woody Harrelson journeys to emerald triangle's cannabis farms - Redheaded Blackbelt
9.19.23 New COVID vaccine approved, mass vaccine clinics no longer being held
HCDTF seizes fentanyl, methamphetamine and firearms in Redway
Pastels on the Plaza Coming!
9.15.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting for Sept. 19th is cancelled - next meeting Oct. 3rd
9.14.23 Tuition hike of 34% across five years coming to California State University - CalMatters
'A troubling trend' Fortuna Police: preventing teen gun possession a 'top priority' after pair of arrests - North Coast Journal
9.13.23 Community Resources Guide for Humboldt County
9.11.23 Remembering 9/11 - National Archives
Remembering Richard Guadagno, passenger 19A on Flight 93 - North Coast Journal
9.9.23 CR listens to concerns and makes changes to accomodate waitlisted nursing students - Redheaded Blackbelt
9.8.23 15-year-old Fortuna kid arrested today for allegedly brining a gun to school had been arrested for attempted homicide earlier this year - Lost Coast Outpost
Rio Dell Police are a focus for the City Council
Online scam costs local resident thousands
Wildwood Days Parade 2023 Slideshows are available here - more to come, including the Scotia Band!
9.7.23 In a big win for family members - SB 280 Conservatorship Care Plans passes and now awaits the Governor's signature. Requires a conservator to provide a care plan to relatives of the first degree (adult children) or face penalties.
9.6.23 Murder/suicide investigation in McKinleyville
Public's help sought in decades-old missing person case - last seen in Rio Dell
9.5.23 Invasive jumping worm detected in Humboldt County
Three arrested following Humboldt Bay area vehicle burglaries
9.2.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tuesday Sept. 5th at 6:00pm (new time!) - Agenda Packet includes swearing in of Police Officer Agustin Sierra, presentations on SB 1383 organic waste and tobacco retail licensing, and much more... Note the earlier start time!!
9.1.23 Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) confirmed in local rivers including the Eel River
8.31.23 Forgotten in Rio Dell - North Coast Journal
Earthquake aftermath and response slideshow plus much more is here...
CR's nursing program modifies admissions, leaving waitlisted locals in a lurch - Redheaded Blackbelt
Kansas reporter sues Marion police chief, alleging retaliation in newsroom raid - Kansas Reflector this small town case has huge implications to the concept of a free press
8.30.23 Six Rivers Forest Lightning Complex Fire Update
HCDTF seizes six pounds of methamphetamine - one arrested
Ferndale area vehicle theft arrest
Felony warrant suspect arrested at Kimtu river bar access with over 40 grams of fentanyl
DUI arrest after short chase on Hwy 101
8.29.23 Interactive map of air quality
The case of Cayla J: Judge to decide if California failed low-income students during Covid - EdSource this case is specific to remote learning and its disparate impacts
8.28.23 Humboldt County's own Mike McGuire closing in on Senate leadership - Politico Go Mike!
Families have high hopes for Gavin Newsom's CARE Courts. Providers want to lower expectations - CalMatters
8.27.23 The Conservatorship of Barbara - Segment Fourteen - hear about my birthday visit to see Mom and the condition we found her in. Also, an offer was "reiterated" for getting Mom back, I accepted and asked for their attorney to contact me...I'm still waiting...
Also available at the RioDellTimes SoundCloud page
8.24.23 Can a weed-friendly hotel reinvent the struggling NorCal town of Scotia? - SF Gate
8.23.23 California wildfire, smoke map - updated realtime
Wildfire smoke air quality index forecasts and maps - North Coast Unified Air Quality Management DIstrict
HCDTF seizes methamphetamine and Fentanyl - one arrest in Fortuna
Willow Creek gas station assault of elderly victim
Southern Humboldt Power Station vandalism - over $200,000 in damages estimated
8.22.23 Board of Supervisors Chair Steve Madrone cut off a public commenter for using 'hate speech.' Is that legal? - Lost Coast Outpost
8.21.23 CA officials Respond to TropicalStorm Hilary, Ojai quake and Wildfires with the Possibility of More Lightening in the Forecast - North Coast Journal
Progress being made on the South Fork complex fires - Redheaded Blackbelt
Smith River Complex: Gasquet evacuation described as 'orderly'; Holiday, Kelly Fires merge, Pacific Power delivers on generators - Wild Rivers Outpost
Attempted robbery arrest near Fortuna
'Scary:' critics say Humboldt initiative could wipe out cannabis farms - SF Gate
8.16.23 California wildfire, smoke map: track latest wildfires, red flag warnings - Record Searchlight
New fire ignites west of Garberville as firefighters are stretched thin - Redheaded Blackbelt
Humboldt County Fair starts tomorrow in Ferndale! Official schedule of events here
8.15.23 Pacific Northwest heat wave could break temperature records through Thursday - NPR
Statewide Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults opens - this is your chance to tell the state what is wanted and needed by our community
Track California wildfires - CalMatters interactive map updated daily
8.14.23 Over seven ounces of fentanyl discovered during Trinidad vehicle investigation
California's planning a renewable energy project at a scale never before attempted in the world - Politico Humboldt County makes the news...
Many Maui fire survivors are struggling to find aid even as it pours in - Honolulu Civil Beat direct account from a local media source
Mad River Beach arrest
Redway neighbor dispute results in arrest
8.11.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues. August 15th 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet includes approval of city permit fee adjustments including a 64% increase in building fees to match national average among other fee increases, and more...
Humboldt County Sheriff's Office Mourns the Loss of Dedicated Sergeant Jim Mowrey
Eureka death investigation after fatal shooting
Rio Dell Tire Dump Day is August 19th 10am-2pm at Eagle Prairie Elementary School
Humboldt County District Attorney's office announces asset forfeiture funds availability for applicants - application deadline Dec. 31st
Northern section of eucalyptus trees on U.S. 101 will be removed for safety purposes
8.10.23 Without a Jury: more than anywhere else in California, Humboldt's jurors have gone AWOL - North Coast Journal Humboldt County has the highest failure to appear rate for summoned jurors in the state
City documents reveal 'substantial' safety violations at Fresno medical lab before it closed - GVWire
SoHum and Northern Mendocino County to receive new engings and $millions to prevent fire - Redheaded Blackbelt
8.7.23 Humboldt Senior Resource Center - find the resources you and your loved ones need - new HSRC facility opens in Fortuna!
8.3.23 Wildwood Days starts today!! Check out the events here
What was inside the illegal medical lab found in California? Photos show blood vials, disease samples - Fox59
Councilman wants answers after news of Covid lab found months ago in Fresno County - Fox26News the lab was in Reedley
Timeline: how health, city officials unraveled a secretive medical lab in Fresno County - KVPR
Rio Dell City Council hears report on road repair, CalFire headquarters - Times Standard
California could borrow a record-breaking $35 billion to tackle the housing crisis. Will voters go along? - CalMatters
8.2.23 After suffering water damage caused by the earthquake, Fortuna Theatre is still closed and it looks like it won't be reopening any time soon - Lost Coast Outpost
Medical cannabis paved the way for legalization in California. Now patients feel left behind - CalMatters
A wasted chance to fight addiction? Opioid settlement cash fills a local budget gap - NPR Mendocino County
Don't call it 'toilet to tap' - California plans to turn sewage into drinking water - CalMatters
8.1.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Agenda Packet - includes all of the documentation provided to the councilmembers
7.29.23 A beachside city became California's legal cannabis capital. Not everyone is stoked - The Guardian a third of all state cultivation permits are in one county
7.28.23 Scotia hand grenade investigation update
7.27.23 Possible hand grenade found in Scotia - Redheaded Blackbelt
Port of Entry: Harbor District begins environmental review for project to turn Humboldt Bay into a wind farm manufacturing hub - North Coast Journal
Fortuna police arrest two teenagers for attempted homicide in connection with alleged drive-by shooting - Lost Coast Outpost
7.26.23 Councilmember, Firefighter, Volunteer Mel Berti dies at 84 - North Coast Journal Mel was formerly the butcher at Hoby's Market in Scotia
7.25.23 Armed robbery at Miranda cannabis farm
7.23.23 The 7.18.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting is online - includes update on CalFire's purchase of 18-acres in Rio Dell for emergency command center and more...
7.22.23 President Eisenhower Farewell Address to the Nation - incredible foresight!
7.21.23 Digging into a tight situation: law enforcement caught a suspect with a shovel near Rio Dell - Redheaded Blackbelt
Two arrested following Arcata, McKinleyville search warrants
Cheer on the North Coast Junior Lifeguards as they graduate over the next month!
7.20.23 Are major changes coming to your electric bill? 5 things to know - CalMatters
7.19.23 Pizza Night with Mike & Mike! Join Senator Mike McGuire at the Crab's baseball game tonight - gates open at 6pm
7.17.23 [Update: forward progress stopped] Trash can fire spreads to vegetation on Rio Dell river bar - Redheaded Blackbelt
Humboldt County Fair is coming up Aug 17-27
Wildwood Days 2023 in Rio Dell Aug 3-6
7.16.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tuesday 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet includes rejection of all dog park bids and consideration of modifying the project, public hearing re list of delinquent sewer bills to forward for liens, update on Todd property that is now owned by the state and more...
7.14.23 Humboldt County Board approves Tobacco Retail Licensing Ordinance
7.12.23 Earthquake Brace and Bolt Application Deadline is July 31st - apply now and get on the list!
CA moves closer to passing new guidelines for teaching math - KQED this impacts your future workforce
Jury finds Frederick Adams guilty of lewd acts with child
Three arrested, fentanyl and weapons discovered during HCDTF probation search in Fortuna
HCDTF locates homemade explosives, firearms and drugs at Arcata home
Skeletal remains located near Ettersburg
7.10.23 California spent $600m to house and rehab former prisoners - but can't say whether it helped - CalMatters
7.7.23 One arrested following Garberville traffic stop
Arrest made in McKinleyville homicide
7.6.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting TONIGHT 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet includes discussion and possible support for solar/battery project at Humboldt Rio Dell Business Park and more...go to pg. 23 of the agenda packet to read about the solar project being proposed
7.5.23 Ferndale Earthquake 2022 aftermath and the Earthquake Bolt & Brace retrofit program (audio) - here is our experience - the slideshow is coming soon...
Digital permit application submissions required beginning Wednesday July 5th for Humboldt County Planning & Building
7.4.23 Happy 4th of July!!
Suspect sought in McKinleyville homicide
7.2.23 An earthquake destroyed their home days before Christmas. They still have to pay the mortgage - CNN Rio Dell residents story gets national attention
6.30.23 Troubled nursing home chain owner gets new licenses just before state reforms take effect - CalMatters is everyone clear on the value that the state places on the safety of elderly and vulnerable adults?
6.27.23 Earthquake damage to grandstands jeopardizes fate of Humboldt County Fair - North Coast Journal
6.26.23 New Scotia school gym to open in 2024 - Times-Standard (paywall)
6.25.23 History of Keller Conservatorship Petition is clearly laid out here - all of the information is taken directly from filed court records. Scroll down and look carefully at the Critical Dates Regarding Legal Capacity - this is key to understanding what occurred in this matter.
6.23.23 Humboldt County awarded $12.4m grant for Behavioral Health Crisis Triage Center - a partnership between County Behavioral Health, Mad River Community Hospital, Cal Poly Humboldt and the City of Arcata
California Supreme Court approves new rule compelling attorneys to report misconduct by other attorneys - goes into effect Aug. 1, 2023
Longtime Food for People Executive Director Anne Holcomb announces retirement, Development Director Carly Robbins to take the reigns - Lost Coast Outpost
6.21.23 HCDTF seizes 12 pounds of meth during multi-location search warrant in Fortuna
Undeterred: after judge grants county's motion to dismiss all claims against abatement program, plaintiffs and their lawyers appeal - Redheaded Blackbelt
6.20.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tonight 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet includes introduction of ordinance re. delinquent sewer bills, approval of MOU with local cities for Edible Food Recovery Program and more...
Eureka man found guilty of eight felony counts of lewd acts with a child
Dementia can take a toll on financial health, as some families learn the hard way - Kaiser Health News
Eureka man arrested for double homicide in Arizona - Redheaded Blackbelt
Retired owners of Fortuna restaurant Tom's Sourdough killed in Arizona double homicide; the suspect, a Eureka man, is in custody - Lost Coast Outpost
6.19.23 Former Humboldt County mediator and child welfare services employee pled guilty to 'upskirting' and was sentenced - Redheaded Blackbelt
6.18.23 Happy Father's Day!!!
6.17.23 The Conservatorship of Barbara podcasts re. conservatorships has resumed! Segment Thirteen (audio) here - also available at our SoundCloud page
6.16.23 Judge sides with publishers of Rio Dell Times in First Amendment ruling against Arcata attorney and client - Lost Coast Outpost
the "legal nomination" document created by Attorney Hamer is available here - signed one month after Barbara was declared legally incapacitated by Alzheimers by her Fortuna medical provider
6.15.23 Judge sides with local journalists against major Humboldt law firm in unique defamation case - a win for the RioDellTimes!
6.13.23 Marijuana enforcement team operation near McClellan Mountain
6.12.23 Swains Flat homicide investigation
Redway robbery investigation
Homicide victim identified after 25 years
More to come?
You better believe it!! - Steven L. Wolff
6.9.23 Inside Hoopa's 'pill mill': state medical board, former employees accuse doctors of over-prescribing opioids - Lost Coast Outpost
6.7.23 Months after earthquake destroys home, Rio Dell woman struggles to find new housing - Times-Standard (paywall)
6.5.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tuesday June 6th 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet Includes presentation on the FY 2023-24 recommended budget, final adoption of street parking ordinance and more...
6.2.23 Local week dispensary Humboldt Patient Resource Center closes suddenly following owner's death - Lost Coast Outpost
As US tightens work rules, California considers loosening them - CalMatters
5.31.23 Public's help needed to locate missing person Cassandra Miller - last seen near Loleta
Births decline in most states, continuing a long term trend - Stateline "the world is going to have to adjust to reality of permanent below-replacement fertility" -- below-replacement fertility rates = extinction event
Demographic Outlook 2023 - 2053 - Congressional Budget Office
5.30.23 The 2022 Ferndale Earthquakes Public Hearing is available - The Painter St./Hwy 101 overpass seismic sensor measured a g-force of 1.485 during the December 20th quake (anything over .75 is considered a "real good shaker")
5.29.23 Happy Memorial Day! Thank you to all of our veterans!!
5.28.23 Rio Dell's Wildwood Waffles - best waffles on the North Coast - SF Gate
5.26.23 More than 90% of CA pot farms infected with 'severe' pathogen - SFGate
5.24.23 Video of the Earthquake Public Hearing is coming soon!
Rio Dell rental property repair funds available to owners
Earthquake bolt & brace retrofit money is available in Humboldt County - applications accepted 5/22 - 7/31
Austin Mederiros sentenced for first degree murder
Victim remains recovered in Jason Miller manslaughter case
What really happens to your plastic recycling - Plastic Pollution Coalition
5.23.23 Moved to Rio Dell City Hall Ferndale Earthquakes Public Hearing Tues May 23rd 4pm-10pm - CA Seismic Safety Commission
Armed robbery in McKinleyville
Del Norte County Forest Moon activities - Visit Endor!
California's fentanyl problem is getting worse - California Healthline
5.22.23 Reduced rates for adoptions at Humboldt County animal shelter
Possession of a stolen vehicle arrest
5.21.23 in anticipation of Tuesday's earthquake public hearing...5.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off the coast near Petrolia
5.18.23 Mike McGuire says we'll need to 'move heaven and earth' to expedite floating offshore wind development, hears concerns from commercial fishermen and environmentalists - Lost Coast Outpost
5.16.23 Moved to Rio Dell City Hall Ferndale Earthquakes Public Hearing Tues May 23rd 4pm-10pm - CA Seismic Safety Commission
5.15.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues. May 16th 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet - note the 5pm study session re. budget - includes adopting list of city priorities for FY 2023-24, presentation on the Great Redwood Trail, approve proposed Recology rate adjustment and more...
Fortuna Senior Resource Center Open House & Celebration Thurs. May 18th - celebrate Older Americans Month and check out the new community center!
5.12.23 Old lumber port preps for new life as California offshore wind hub - Courthouse News
Balancing act: Newsom's plan to cover California's ballooning budget deficit - CalMatters
5.11.23 Attempted murder arrest in Eureka
Officer involved shooting update
Public's help needed to identify bank robbery suspect
Rio Dell fire district purchases new fire truck and redistributes resources to cover their communities more effectively - Redheaded Blackbelt
Possession of child pornography arrest in McKinleyville
5.10.23 (found!) Missing person investigation - last seen in Loleta
Two arrested following Blue Lake traffic stop
5.9.23 The Wiyot Tribe is getting its land back and making California more affordable - Dwell
5.8.23 Highlight from the 5.2.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting re. building permit waiver (audio) - KMUD Reports highlight from the debate over building permit waiver request for earthquake damaged properties
5.5.23 The 5.2.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting is online! the discussion about building permits starts at 22:07
Homeowners of red-tagged properties that qualify as low or extremely low-income pre-application screening form for repair loan - this is first come, first served so get your application submitted if you think you might qualify
Rio Dell Community Resource Center May Calendar of Events - includes senior luncheon, groups, food pantry and a job fair (May 16th)
Get ready for the Forest Moon Festival June 5th-6th!
Open Government Guide for California - Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press
5.4.23 The Soeth Files: local officer's record includes two shotings, $1.1m in settlements, mistruths and little accountability - North Coast Journal
5.3.23 Palco Pharmacy in Scotia closing permanently on May 9th - we wish Marilyn all the best in retirement!
Consider supporting SB 280 (Laird) Review of Conservatorships: care plans - to require a care plan to be created and provided to the adult children, et al. - as an adult child, you have very few rights to get basic information about your parents in conservatorship
5.2.23 Yurok Tribe to unveil new search and rescue drone program - Redheaded Blackbelt
4.30.23 Highlights from the April 18th council meeting public presentations which are on the May 2nd Agenda for discussion related to earthquake recovery, city finances, cannabis taxes and more... (audio) - KMUD Reports
4.29.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues May 2nd 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet includes 5pm study session re. city priority setting, discussion of multiple earthquake impacted residences related agenda items, and more
4.28.23 Rio Dell Spring Cleanup Day May 13th 9am-1pm - residents can drop off furniture, yard trimmings, scrap wood (not treated wood), old appliances and scrap metal - no e-waste, household trash, tires, hazardous waste or construction waste will be accepted
4.26.23 Public comment period on the draft MHSA 2023-2026 three-year plan open now
4.25.23 The Changing Child Population of the United States: first data from 2020 census - Anne E. Casey Foundation the child population as a share of total population has fallen to only 22.1% - - between 2010 and 2020, the child population fell by 1.4% while the adult population increased by 10.1%
Two arrested following McKinleyville traffic stop
HCSO releases video of detective saving the life of an infant - Redheaded Blackbelt
California Department of Technology Audit Report - want to take a guess on how it turned out?
One arrested following Hoopa-area pursuit
4.24.23 Fentanyl, firearm found during vehicle investigation
Missing person investigation in Eureka
Death investigation in Eureka after two residents found deceased in Fairfield St. home
Fatal traffic collision on the Eureka Waterfront Trail after vehicle enters the trail and drives at a high rate of speed
Blue Lake arrest
Fortuna PD investigating murder-suicide after long standoff with male suspect - Redheaded Blackbelt
4.22.23 The 4.18.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting is online! includes updates on city infrastructure projects, first reading of ordinance to restrict street parking, public comment regarding temporary sewer fee waiver implementation and more...
Highlight from the 3.21.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting discussion and approval of temporary sewer fee waiver
4.21.23 Rio Dell police seek info on two males, one with a firearm, that attempted to kick in a front door of a residence - Redheaded Blackbelt
Humboldt County Drug Task Force serves six warrants throughout Willow Creek and Hoopa Valley
4.20.23 Earthquake related disaster case management services can be requested at 707-382-5890 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm The case managers are currently being hired and trained to provide this service
HCSO Lieutenant arrested on charges of brandishing a firearm and threats against their estranged wife and her boyfriend
Missing Fortuna man found dead in solo vehicle crash off Blue Slide Rd. - Lost Coast Outpost
Proponents of the Humboldt cannabis reform initiative are calling out the Board of Supervisors, county staff for allegedly distorting the intent of the 2024 ballot measure - Lost Coast Outpost
4.19.23 Two shot by police after pursuit, reported armed robbery in Eureka - North Coast Journal
An eye for detail: photos from yesterday's crime spree in Eureka - Redheaded Blackbelt
Officer involved shooting investigation in Eureka (official press release)
Human remains recovered from river north of Garberville
4.18.23 Phone scam impersonating a sherrif's office deputy
McKinleyville home invasion attempted armed robbery
Samoa armed robbery investigation
4.15.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tuesday April 18th 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet *note 5pm study session discussion on priority setting for FY 2023-24. Agenda includes presentation by city engineer GHD on city projects, creation of ad-hoc committee for dog park, ordinance prohibiting use of streets for storage of vehicles, and more...
4.13.23 Coastal Commission OKs permit application for Sorrel Leaf Health Center, the first youth-focused mental health crisis facility on the North Coast - Lost Coast Outpost
4.12.23 Humboldt County Earthquake Recovery Update - resources update for impacted residents
4.11.23 Power & Abuse: a closer look at the indictment and alleged conduct of courthouse family custody mediator Joseph Hale - Redheaded Blackbelt
McKinleyville homicide investigation
Al Jaffee, longtime Mad magazine cartoonist, dead at 102 - SF Gate
4.6.23 Humboldt County Earthquake Recovery Update - funds are available for low-income residents - approx. 70% of impacted residents earn below $50,000
Rio Dell Community Resource Center April Activities Calendar - check out this awesome local resource!
Scotia Band website and calendar
Jerry Brown is angry: why is America barreling into a cold war with China? - Politico "The fragmentation of America will be resolved by war"
4.5.23 Most recent Rio Dell Earthquake Residential Recovery Dashboard
CalFire moves to online burn permits
4.4.23 Motorcyclist who identifies as bicyclist sets cycling world record - Babylon Bee
Facility improvement loans and hiring bonus payments available to child care employees, businesses in Humboldt
'Forest Moon Festival' announced! Everyone in the region will be required to go nuts for Star Wars this June - Lost Coast Outpost
Two officers outed on this website now on California's POST decertification - Redheaded Blackbelt
4.3.23 Drugs, firearms and IEDs located during probation search of Bayside residence
Humboldt County Drug Task Force seizes fentanul and guns at Eureka home - over 18 ounces of fentanyl and much more
Humboldt County Social Services Call Center back open five days a week
California may change its mental health funding. Why that might cut some services - CalMatters "robbing Peter to pay Paul"
Rio Dell City Council Meeting for Tues. 4.4.23 is cancelled - next meeting will be Tuesday 4.18.23
3.30.23 Jared Aubrey pleads guilty to attempted murder of a police officer
Humboldt Eel River Valley Long-Term Recovery Group - for impacted communities of the 2022 Rio Dell/Ferndale Earthquake
If you have been impacted by the earthquakes and require assistance - call 707-441-5000 for referrals and to request a disaster case manager
3.28.23 State Senate Recognizes California Hero Mark Ghilarducci - Senator Mike McGuire
Doctors report startling rise in testicular injuries among women athletes - Babylon Bee
3.27.23 PG&E Outage Map here - Loleta, Ferndale and much of Rio Dell are currently without power due to trees and lines down
Free online scanner for Humboldt County emergency channels here (Broadcastify)
3.25.23 Highlights from the 3.21.23 Rio Dell City Council meeting including utility relief for red-tagged properties and an update on extensive infrastructure damage - KMUD Reports
Rio Dell Sewer Bill Rate Adjustment Form for Red-Tagged Properties - fill this out and send it to the city if applicable
3.22.23 Yurok Tribal Judge Abby Abinanti named Senator McGuire's 'North Coast Woman of the Year' - Wild Rivers Outpost
Three plead guilty to federal firearm trafficking charges
Child pornography and sex trafficking conviction announced
Great Redwood Trail study on economic benefits announced by by Senator McGuire
3.21.23 Rio Dell City Council unanimously approves 6-month waiver of sewer fees for red-tagged residences retroactive to the date of the earthquakes - here is the form to complete and submit to the city
3.19.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues. March 21st 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet includes resolution temporarily waiving sewer fees for red-tagged residences, discussion on earthquake related damage to city infrastructure and more...
3.17.23 Happy St. Patrick's Day!
3.16.23 An Industry on Edge: reform initiative headed for ballot would dramatically overhaul cannabis regulation in Humboldt - North Coast Journal
3.15.23 Hookton Rd exit Hwy 101 flooded, residents advising to avoid the area - KRCR ABC7
3.14.23 St. Patrick's Day Pints 4 Non-Profits event at the Scotia Lodge to benefit the Bridgeville Community Center - Redheaded Blackbelt
3.13.23 Hwy 101 near the Humboldt/Mendocino county line is dropping - Redheaded Blackbelt The road is slipping away
Keep an eye on road conditions here
Let the Sunshine In! Your right to know relies on the Freedom of Information Act - Society of Professional Journalists
CalMatters celebrates Sunshine Week, renews commitment to informing Californians and holding government accountable - CalMatters
RioDellTimes.com Freedom of Information Act record requests and resources
3.10.23 Rio Dell's long-suffering sewage system took another dump tonight - Lost Coast Outpost that $12m in infrastructure funding promised by the state can't come fast enough...
3.9.23 McKinleyville home invasion armed robbery investigation
A 'robust' conversation: Eureka town hall focuses on challenges in mental health - North Coast Journal
3.8.23 Sheriff Honsal declares local emergency related to winter storms
CalTrans road maps are available here...
CalTrans road cameras are available here - check road conditions before heading out!
Operation Bales Away - North Coast Journal
Two arrested after probation search finds loads of drugs
3.6.23 TODAY is the last chance to apply for SBA Disaster Loans for property damage - there is no other financial assistance coming for residents that are not at or below 80% area median income
Southern Humboldt special elections on Tuesday March 7th
3.5.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues March 7th at 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet includes Humboldt Waste Management joint powers agreement discussion and more...
DEADLINE to apply for SBA Disaster Loans for property damage is tomorrow March 6th - apply online or call!
Arrest made in fatal traffic collision investigation
3.4.23 Fatal traffic collision in Eureka - vehicle identified
3.2.23 Habitat for Humanity to help quake victims rebuild - North Coast Journal
Tonight! 2nd Humboldt County Earthquake Recovery 6:30pm online - hosted by Senator Mike McGuire
Currently there are 241 yellow tagged residences and 81 red tagged residences remaining in Rio Dell - the number has declined due to some repair work beginning. There are 14 households in the county hotel voucher program as of today. Housing is being sought for them as most are renters.
3.1.23 Reminder-deadline for applying for SBA Disaster Loan assistance is March 6th! This is available to renters, home owners and business owners. There is no other financial assistance coming for those above 80% of the area median income.
Residential fire D St. Eureka
1 new death, 1 new hospitalization, 89 new cases
Ham Radio Technician License Class begins March 13, 2023 - online class and FCC licensing test in Fortuna at the conclusion
2.27.23 Attempted murder investigation near Bridgeville - suspect still being sought
Carjacking suspect arrested near Fortuna
One arrested following Whitethorn assault
Emerald Triangle communities were built on cannabis. Legalization has pushed them to the brink - CalMatters
2.26.23 Rio Dell City Council Special Meeting Monday Feb. 27th 4:00pm (online) - Agenda Packet to authorize the county to apply for CalHOME program for earthquake repairs for qualified applicants - must be at or below 80% area median income
Reminder-deadline for applying for SBA Disaster Loan assistance is March 6th! This is available to renters, home owners and business owners. There is no other financial assistance coming for those above 80% of the area median income.
The future of quake-damaged Fernbridge is uncertain; new bridge may need to be built, Caltrans says - Lost Coast Outpost
2.25.23 2nd Humboldt County Earthquake Recovery March 2nd 6:30pm online - hosted by Senator Mike McGuire
Humboldt County OES Current Emergencies - most up to date county information
2.21.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tonight 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda Packet includes approval of one-time bonus pay to contracted management employees for recognition of services during the earthquake emergency, mid-year financial report presentation, discussion of 2nd Ave street repairs and more...
2.16.23 'Cal Poly Homeless': Does Northern California's first polytechnic university have the infrastructure to support its growth? - CalMatters
2.15.23 Three new hospitalizations, 186 new cases
2.14.23 SoHum Health's Mobile Clinic is expanding - Rio Dell, Shelter Cove and Blocksburg schedule
COVID: While the world sanitized surfaces, a group tried to warn early on about airborne spread - CIDRAP
McKinleyville stabbing investigation
Missing man located deceased in Trinidad
Redway arrest after multiple pursuits
2.10.23 Please tell county government to stop giving your tax dollars to our lawyer - Lost Coast Outpost
as a reminder, in 2012 Rio Dell paid our attorney $15,000 after blocking the release of an investigation report into the public works department...
Super attorney Paul Nicholas Boylan receives James Madison Freedom of Information Career Achievement Award - "In addition to the North Coast Journal and the Ferndale Enterprise, Boylan represents other Humboldt County news media outlets, including the Lost Coast Outpost, and Boylan is representing the Rio Dell Times to defend the Times against a defamation action against the Times filed by local attorney Chris Hamer."
The fastest-growing homeless population? Seniors - CalMatters
2.9.23 The 2.7.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting is online! Includes earthquake update by city manager, reallocation of CDBG funds to earthquake recovery for residences, a plea for assistance from 2nd Ave. residents and more...
'No light at the other end': Impending loss of pandemic CalFresh boosts could trigger hunger spike - CalMatters expanded benefit levels ends in March after being in place for three years now - average household to lose $200/mo while grocery prices continue to climb
2.8.23 Two new hospitalizations, 58 new cases
The 2nd Earthquake Recovery Town Hall hosted by Senator McGuire is delayed for now - it will be scheduled once there is tangible information to provide to residents
SBA Disaster Loan assistance center at 406 Wildwood Ave. (Chamber of Commerce) to close Friday 2/10 - applications may be submitted online or over the phone - March 6th deadline to apply for property damage loans - for many, this is the only form of financial assistance that will be available. There is no FEMA or federal assistance coming and other funding is restricted to those below 80% of the median income for the area.
Man arrested following vehicle pursuit
2.7.23 Humboldt County Earthquake Recovery Update
Rio Dell is experiencing a wide spread water emergency - water pressure has disappeared (9:45am) - the city is working to figure out what is going on...Water is restored (11:20am)
Earthquake impacted residents have a month left to apply for low-interest disaster loans - Redheaded Blackbelt March 6th deadline for applying for property damage
McKinleyville death investigation
2.6.23 Warrant suspect arrested following foot pursuit
Accidental death investigation in Garberville
2.3.23 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Feb 7th 6:30pm (hybrid) - Agenda includes reallocation of CDBG funds to earthquake recovery for residences
Senator McGuire's 2nd Earthquake Recovery Town Hall (virtual) - Date to be Announced
2.2.23 Humboldt County still working to implement organic waste system - North Coast Journal
2.1.23 The 1.31.23 Rio Dell City Council Special Session on Earthquake Recovery Priorities is online!
1.31.23 Read the Resolution of Rio Dell City Council on Earthquake Recovery Priorities approved 4-0 (Robert Orr was absent)
Rio Dell City Council Special Meeting Today 4pm to approve earthquake response priorities - Agenda
SBA Disaster Loan Assistance Fact Sheet for Homeowners and Renters
Disability Rights California files petition against CARE Court to the state Supreme Court - Disability Rights CA
Read the petition filed against CARE Court
1.30.23 SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center opens in Rio Dell - deadline to apply for property damage is March 6th - renters, property owners and business owners are encouraged to apply as needed
Quakes damage hits $32m, disaster loan center moves to Rio Dell, contractors wanted for state earthquake retrofitting program - North Coast Journal
1.29.23 Highlights from the 1.27.23 Rio Dell Earthquake Response Priorities Study Session - KMUD Reports
SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center extended for residents - now located at 406 Wildwood Ave. Rio Dell
1.28.23 The 1.27.23 Rio Dell City Council Earthquake Response Priorities study session is online! Kyle Knopp "our options are limited"
1.27.23 Rio Dell City Council Special Meeting Tues Jan. 31st 4:00pm - Earthquake Disaster Response Priorities approval
Humboldt County Earthquake Recovery Update - OES
Rio Dell Yellow/Red Tag sites map - 91 structures red tagged, 257 structures yellow tagged
Contractors wanted for upcoming retrofitting efforts in Humboldt County - Redheaded Blackbelt
1.26.23 Rio Dell City Council Special Meeting Friday Jan. 27th 4:00pm - Earthquake Disaster Response Priorities Study Session
Disability Rights advocates file petition challenging the constitutional validity of the Care Act - Disability Rights CA
Anatomy of an embezzlement: Fair financial records show a pattern of irregularities, numerous red flags - North Coast Journal
1.25.23 Three new hospitalizations, 42 new cases
Out of State, Out of Mind - CalMatters CA exports toxic waste to Arizona to avoid its own environmental restrictions
Under siege: flagship Academy of the Redwoods in the prize in a territory dispute between Humboldt County school districts - Redheaded Blackbelt
Road to Humboldt Redwoods State Park closed after landslide, earthquakes - SFGate
1.23.23 Humboldt County BOS to consider MOU with Habitat for Humanity to administer $1m in county funds for earthquake recovery - this funding appears specific to the "over 90" red tagged homes in Rio Dell
1.22.23 COVID, flu and winter weather create perfect storm for local ER, Providence St. Joseph Hospital creates new incident command center - Redheaded Blackbelt crisis staffing and cancelling elective surgeries returns to Humboldt
1.18.23 One new death, 1 new hospitalization, 79 new cases
Office of Emergency Services public information on current emergencies - includes info on hot meals, resources, etc.
Loaded firearm, fentanyl located during Hoopa traffic stop
Two arrested following Garberville suspicious vehicle investigation
1.17.23 Humboldt County Earthquake Fact Sheet - for Dec. 20th earthquake and Jan. 1st aftershock
Race to zero: can CA's power grid handle a 15-fold increase in electric cars? - CalMatters SoHum already knows the answer to that question and other rural areas are in the same situation
Office of Emergency Services public information on current emergencies - updated frequently
1.15.23 North Coast Disaster Assistance Winter 2023 - North Coast SBDC They are hosting a webinar on Jan. 19th for disaster response update for businesses (RSVP) - link includes information on other resources as well
'Crisis mode': failing pot farms are killing this CA town's economy - SFGate featuring Garberville
1.13.23 Office of Emergency Services public information on current emergencies - updated frequently with resources information
1.12.23 Earthquake Recovery Town Hall (virtual) with Senator McGuire Tonight - McGuire announces $12m in state funds to repair and replace Rio Dell water system - watch for another Town Hall in approx. 2 weeks with specific details on how to apply for financial assistance for earthquake recovery
Rio Dell restaurants reopen with losses - North Coast Journal
Office of Emergency Services public information on current emergencies - check here for resources and info
Hwy 36 closed at Grizzly Creek after slide captures vehicle with occupants - Redheaded Blackebelt
1.11.23 Two new deaths, 5 new hospitalizations, 102 new cases
Atmospheric river forecast to pound California for at least the next 7-10 days - UCSD Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes
Humboldt County added to federal disaster declaration for storms (not recent earthquakes) - CalOES
Humboldt County supervisors OK $1 million for earthquake relief - Times Standard details to come back to the BOS within 30 days
1.10.23 Beware of disaster relief scams! Earthquake impacted residents are being targeted by scammers
Humboldt County Earthquake Recovery Town Hall by Senator McGuire - Thurs. Jan. 12th at 6:30pm
Apartment building evacuated yesterday in Rio Dell barely survived the 1964 flood - Redheaded Blackbelt
The Old Photo Guy - a local Rio Dell resident & business with amazing historical photos!
HCDTF serves search warrant in Arcata related to Fentanyl
1.9.23 McGuire announces $3 million in earthquake aid, virtual town hall meeting - North Coast Journal
Slide forces evacuation of apartment building in Rio Dell - Redheaded Blackbelt
HCDTF seizes Fentanyl and firearm
Elder abuse investigation near Eureka
HCSO warns of phone scam claiming to be from Public Defender's office
1.8.23 Looting of damaged properties on Painter St and other areas being reported on Rio Dell neighborhood watch social media by residents
1.6.23 Rio Dell School District to Welcome Students Tuesday Jan. 10th
Office of Emergency Services public information on current emergencies
1.5.23 Rio Dell Earthquake Update - KMUD Reports includes updates on critical infrastructure and housing plus some resources
A major sewage spill is happening in Rio Dell as stormwater flows into quake-damaged collection pipes - Lost Coast Outpost
Disaster assistance loans made available through SBA to earthquake impacted residents and businesses (English & Spanish) - local disaster assistance loan outreach center to open in Fortuna
Food for People to distribute groceries to Rio Dell residents Friday - Redheaded Blackbelt
Office of Emergency Services Public Information update - for the most current information - long term recovery line established
1.4.23 One new death, 1 new hospitalization, 245 new cases
Rio Dell schools still assessing whether classes can restart Monday - North Coast Journal
'A lot of trauma' as Rio Dell faces incoming storm, already rattled by quakes - North Coast Journal
Many families with unaffordable employer coverage now eligible for Covered California subsidies - KHN
California HHS Emergency Resource Guide
1.3.23 Rio Dell is experiencing a catastrophic failure of the water system - the Painter St. water tank ruptured and the remaining water tank is roughly half full - "if we have a fire, there is not enough water to put it out" - highlights from the earthquake update provided at the city council meeting this evening
Water mains on Birch and Pacific are beyond repair - there were five additional water line breaks reported today - 69 homes are red tagged, 111 are yellow tagged currently - 16 more inspectors are arriving tomorrow to help resurvey the city after the recent aftershocks
Video from the Rio Dell City Council meeting will be posted soon - Welcome to newest Council Member Robert Orr
Rio Dell City Council votes unanimously for Debra Garnes to remain as Mayor and Amanda Carter as Pro Tem
Office of Emergency Services Public Information update 2:00pm
Active flood watch and high wind advisories in effect as massive rain storm heads into the area - batten down the hatches!
Quake Country: Rio Dell reels as more residences red tagged - Redheaded Blackbelt
1.2.23 5.4 aftershock rocks Rio Dell on New Years Day - ABC7 News - services are coming back online for many
City is dealing with major water line breaks on First Ave and Birch St. - many homes suffer additional damange including broken water lines after the latest aftershock
Rain for the next 10 days is predicted for Rio Dell - Weather Underground
Rotary District 5130 offering small business disaster response grants up to $2,000 |
