Flash Fiction Season is Here

Submissions close Monday, Nov. 8 at 5 p.m.

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on October 6, 2021 at 10:18AM

Well, that went by fast. It’s already time again for the annual North Coast Journal Flash Fiction Contest, so get typing.

Photos: Migrations and Shoes

By Mark Larson on September 30, 2021 at 5:06PM

Described by organizer Laura Muñoz of Playhouse Arts as an ensemble-created multi-disciplinary, multicultural performance event, Migrations: Walking Together proved a fun and fascinating walk in the parks and other locations of Arcata on Saturday. It began in the Creamery District with a lovely dance performance and shoes — lots of shoes — and ended with a parade entering Carlson Park from Giuntoli Lane.

Humboldt Quilters Dress Capitol Christmas Trees

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on September 18, 2021 at 6:10AM

It's not even officially fall and Humboldt quilters have already finished their holiday decorations. Well, for the nations's Capitol, anyway.

2021 Apple Harvest Festival Canceled

By Kali Cozyris on September 17, 2021 at 1:45PM

The Craftsman Series to Star Blue Ox's Eric Hollenbeck

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on August 31, 2021 at 2:27PM

It appears the restoration will be televised. Magnolia Network, a media venture by Discovery and celebrity house rehabbers Chip and Joanna Gaines, has announced it will air nine half-hour episodes of The Craftsman, starring Eric Hollenbeck of Eureka's Blue Ox Millworks. 

The Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission Launches Movie App

By Kali Cozyris on August 27, 2021 at 2:06PM

For more on the Map of the Movie App, read the press release below. The Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission is excited to announce the launch of their Map of the Movies mobile application.

Artists Hit the Streets in Eureka (Slideshow)

By Thadeus Greenson on August 15, 2021 at 11:55AM

Arts Alive Canceled Due to COVID

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on August 6, 2021 at 12:14PM

You might as well keep your PJs on Saturday because Arts Alive is now among the growing number of events and gatherings canceled due to the spike in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations amid the spread of the highly contagious Delta variant. Eureka Main Street notes in its announcement, artwork is still up around town and you can see it in the shops and galleries throughout the month — just not drifting through crowds on Saturday evening.

Local Events Postponed or Canceled Due to COVID Safety Concerns

By Kali Cozyris on August 4, 2021 at 3:38PM

Due to the sharp rise in local cases and hospitalizations associated with the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus, a number of organizations are announcing the cancelation or postponement of their events in the interest of public safety. Eureka's Friday Night Market on Aug. 6 is postponed until further notice (see press release below), as is the Buddy Brown Music Festival on Aug. 7 (see press release below).

Best of Humboldt Party Postponed

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on August 4, 2021 at 1:49PM

Tough break, kids. In light of spiking local COVID-19 case numbers, the unprecedented spread of disease Humboldt County is currently seeing and Public Health's recent recommendation against large gatherings, the North Coast Journal has decided to postpone its Best of Humboldt party scheduled for Friday, Aug. 6. We will not risk hosting an event that could compromise the health of the community we love and the wellbeing of the healthcare workers we all depend on.