Humboldt Last Week

Testing an alternative music station with quick local stories here and there (humboldtlastweek.com), HSU students describe their worst mind-altering highs, an alleged teenage choker was arrested after an attempted carjacking at the beach, Humboldt’s homeless count results, Arcata’s longtime McKinley statue is headed to Ohio, an alarming incident with shots fired out of Trinidad, depth-extending work needs to be done on Humboldt Bay so people can still bring us stuff, stealing cookies from babies, a petition is going around for HSU to do away with its “lumberjack” mascot, a deceased mom’s estranged husband was arrested for murder after a manhunt up north, an HSU alum has been exemplary in a new pro football league, crews have been searching for a missing man, and other stories currently being discussed throughout the county. Episode partners: Ferndale Music Company - Primal Decor Tattoo and Piercing - Bongo Boy Studio - Belle Starr clothing

An HSU alum now has his own Topps-brand playing card, Sheriff Honsal weighs in on combating illegal drug operations after the Governor’s address, late HSU grad Stephen Hillenburg’s SpongeBob universe is likely to see spinoffs, potential tourists from LA and Denver are being enticed, Humboldt-grown superstar Sara Bareilles released a new song, a 630-pound cannabis confiscation with no arrest, a recently IDed body belonged to a man accused of stealing a lot of cannabis, a body was found at the home of a missing mom up north, the largest one-time heroin seizure in Humboldt history, a former cheerleading coach will register as a sex offender, and other stories currently being discussed throughout the county. Humboldt Last Week also has some lightheartedness, crime updates, new music selections, and event suggestions. On the radio throughout the day Mondays on 99.1 KISS FM. Episode partners: Ferndale Music Company - Primal Decor Tattoo and Piercing - Bongo Boy Studio - Belle Starr clothing

Local surfers were quoted in a New York Times Magazine article on gender equality in the sport, an HSU alum shined on CBS while debuting a new pro football league, the rejected Super Bowl ad involving cannabis was sponsored by a local, the director of “Murder Mountain” revealed local subjects he wants to delve into more, Fortuna looks at needle exchange and a skatepark, we’re flirting with a fish farm idea, the hashtag “me too” came to Humboldt, Fortuna police are getting sassy, layoffs happened at Mad River Community Hospital, a woman says she was choked by attempted carjackers in front of her child, and other stories currently being discussed throughout the county. Episode partners: Primal Decor Tattoo and Piercing - Bongo Boy Studio - Belle Starr clothing - Ferndale Music Company - Joe Nichols in Blue Lake Feb. 16

HSU and the Eureka Loggers with tie-ins to the “big game,” the university is looking to re-enroll nursing students by 2020, Humboldt-raised star Sara Bareilles reveals details of her Apple TV show with J.J. Abrams, farmer and true-crime looks at “Murder Mountain,” a multitude of microbusses, an additional LA flight, and other stories currently being discussed throughout the county. Episode partners: Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Belle Starr clothing - Ferndale Music Company

Quick local stories: “Murder Mountain” continues to generate analysis, Crabs games just got better, Humboldt-raised star Sara Bareilles caught Forbes attention, an allegedly haunted hotel could be all yours, regional coverage on slide at the beach, progress in the Lawson case was affirmed by family, an Arcata store gets some major attention, national coverage of student homelessness, alleged racism as a high school game, and other stories currently being discussed throughout the county. Episode partners: Ferndale Music Company - Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Belle Starr clothing

A former HSU athlete is in a new pro football league, a trial date has been set for an ex-Trinidadian accused of several killings, the dad of a hit-and-run victim was arrested for a separate hit-and-run, Humboldt helps its feds, Arcata will reconsider a large housing project, “American Pickers” is set to return, Eureka is still interested in more transitional housing via Betty Chinn, changing tunes about cannabis, marches, and other stories currently being discussed throughout the county. Episode partners: Belle Starr clothing - Ferndale Music Company - Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio

(9:08)"Murder Mountain" Director Josh Zeman discusses many of the comments made about the show including those by law enforcement. He also chats about community nerves regarding their portrayal, whether he’d encourage people to get involved in Humboldt’s cannabis industry, and a Humboldt-inspired tattoo he purchased. Also: Free WiFi in Old Town, a court update on a notorious former Trinidad resident, “Bird Box” will perch tourists on the North Coast, a new zebra, an HSU alum’s rookie NFL season is assessed, the drug confiscation Olympics, crabigrants, and more.

Quick local stories. An update on a woman’s battle that has national cannabis legality implications, the apocalyptic Netflix film “Bird Box” has the north coast chirping, and cities like Fortuna suffered a blow in their fight against cannabis deliveries. Also: A convicted sex trafficker is arrested again, a Grinchy act at Ferndale Music Company leads to kindness from the village, local surfers get courageous in their official new state sport, arson analysis, and pizza recommendations. Tune in to hear what other stories made the cut. Episode partners: Ferndale Music Company - Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Tuyas Mexican Restaurant

Former Jehovah’s Witness Romy Maple of Fortuna appeared on the A&E television series “Cults and Extreme Beliefs” earlier this year and then started the non-profit 707SAFE. She discusses her story and efforts as well as separating from an organization she was a member of for the majority of her life. Also: A celebrity endorsement for Eureka, an HSU grad might be getting a lot of NFL experience this month, a sweet petition in honor of a famous former local who recently passed away, some throwback 90s Humboldt music scene coverage, cannabis takeovers, a Portland-area DA rep shares a likely trial date for Eureka man facing child porn charges, and more. Episode partners: Ferndale Music Company - Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Tuyas Mexican Restaurant

A coastal hotel project in Trinidad at Cher-Ae Heights Casino will likely be scaled down and redesigned. Project developers the Trinidad Rancheria, incumbent County Supervisor Steve Madrone, and a concerned citizen weigh in. Also: Alleged gun violence at an Arcata apartment complex, Eureka might be committing a national first when it comes to Indian Island, more worldwide attention on the passing of HSU grad and SpongeBob creator Stephen Hillenburg, the presence of gangs in Humboldt analyzed, and much more. Humboldt Last Week also has some lightheartedness, new music picks, and event suggestions. On the radio throughout the day on 99.1 KISS FM Mondays. Episode partners: Ferndale Music Company - Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Tuyas Mexican Restaurant

Samantha Luna's lawyer talks pulled-from-car Oysterfest arrest: Remember hearing the officer’s hair was cut from Luna’s grip? He says no hair was cut and they plan to beat the criminal charges before considering a civil case against officers for excessive force. He answers questions about all of her charges. Also: SpongeBob creator Stephen Hillenburg left behind a mega Humboldt footprint, “Murder Mountain” will be available via Netflix, the state agrees with a judge about revoking liquor licenses for Toby & Jacks and Sidelines in Arcata, former Eureka player Rey Maualuga now has a clearer path to an NFL team, the mother of fatal stabbing victim DJ Lawson filed a lawsuit against Arcata officials, we were on “Jeopardy” again, Sara Bareilles performed on Colbert, philanthropist Betty Chinn is receiving donations after a collision, and more. Episode partners: Ferndale Music Company - Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Tuyas Mexican Restaurant

A man recently admitted to hiring someone to murder his cousin’s wife near Shelter Cove. Also: Supervisors greenlight an indoor cannabis facility near Fortuna despite city opposition, neighbors change their mind about weed, the nation sees Humboldt coworkers can be really sweet, a judge says the Arcata plaza should nix a couple bars, HSU football concludes with a thriller, the suspect in a viral Arcata arrest pleaded not guilty and will reportedly sue officers, In-N-Out gets closer to in, he DA to take weeks to decide on charges in the Lawson case, and more. Humboldt Last Week also has some lightheartedness, new music picks, and event suggestions. On the radio throughout the day on 99.1 KISS FM Mondays. Episode partners: Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Tuyas Mexican Restaurant

(7:12) Award-winning journalist Kym Kemp shares her insight on marijuana legalization so far in Humboldt -- the upsides, the downsides, and what can be done. Kym and I also share feedback we’ve gathered from farmers, business owners, and community members including Eureka Police Chief Steve Watson. Discussion topics include: Other stories in Episode 104 With a concluded investigation the DA will begin considering charges in the Lawson case this week, the new novel “Annie California” has characters from Humboldt, NPR covered an HSU professors’ nightmare health bill, a possible pot brownie incident at a local high school, Eureka is set to make a big decision about In-N-Out Burger, Kym Kemp earned an award, filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola teamed up with some Humboldt fellas on a cannabis line, an unfortunate Arcata homicide statistic, and much more. Humboldt Last Week features quick local stories and typically ends with a longer one. Downloadable and on podcast networks for later listening. Humboldt Last Week

“Plus with ADHD I have the now-funny childhood stories of sawing furniture with a butterknife the first time my stepmom watched me or attempting to trip my grandma down the stairs to ‘see how far she’d fall.’ Yikes, right?” Humboldt Last Week features quick local stories and typically ends with a longer one. Downloadable and on podcast networks for later listening. Other stories in Episode 103 A homicide in the thick of Arcata’s nightlife, a hash lab explosion near a school, PBS gets in on the Kinetic Grand Championship, the possibility of a sanctuary county status is debated, Humboldt-raised star Sara Bareilles released a new song, a notorious former resident is headed trial for murder again, and much more. Humboldt Last Week also has some lightheartedness, new music picks, and event suggestions. On the radio throughout the day on 99.1 KISS FM Mondays. Episode partners: Bongo Boy Studio - Tuyas Mexican Restaurant

Humboldt Last Week = quick local stories. Stream and download. In the latest episode (5:48): A chat with Eureka lawyer Fred Fletcher, who’s repping Humboldt local Emma Nation in a case that may’ve partially prompted stories like this one from Fox Business: “White House to unveil federal cannabis reform 'very soon,' says GOP lawmaker.” Nation believes when the FDA approved a cannabis-derived medication the feds acknowledged marijuana has medical value and her eviction related to the plant was unlawful. The feds are scheduled to answer the lawsuit on December 19. Other stories in Episode 102 McKinley statue meddling ahead of a big vote in Arcata, Humboldt now has a comedy club in Eureka thanks to Savage Henry, a proposed wind farm viewable from Rio Dell could be huge economic boost, some name proposals for on-site cannabis cannabis shops in Eureka, in Lawson homicide coverage KQED interviewed an ex-local who says she was attacked and called the N-word on the bus here, stunning mountain lion shots, a propo

The chairs representing local Democrats and Republicans were each given a minute to reel voters in. Democrat Bob Service and Republican John Schutt are featured guests. Also: A new airport destination, a year of weed raids, Guy Fieri makes cannabis comments, a notorious former Trinidad resident is accused of murdering dogs, a monster pumpkin, and much more. Humboldt Last Week includes quick local stories and typically ends with an interview or longer feature. Downloadable and on podcast networks for later listening. Humboldt Last Week also includes additional crime updates, some lightheartedness, new music picks, event suggestions, more top stories, and social media giveaways. It additionally airs throughout the day Mondays on 99.1 KISS FM. Episode partners: Cafe Nooner - Molly Tuttle in Ferndale Oct. 14 - Bongo Boy Studio - Tuyas Mexican Restaurant - Keola and Moanalani Beamer with Jeff Peterson in Ferndale Oct. 20

Episode 100! Humboldt Last Week includes quick local stories and typically ends with an interview or longer feature. Downloadable and on podcast networks for later listening. In the latest episode of Humboldt Last Week: A woman will dress up as a sinister clown to scare and spoil local targets, the forthcoming exit of HSU’s President spawns mention of some top headlines during her tenure, the suspect in a viral Arcata arrest is hoping the public won’t be alarmed she’s been charged, some widespread attention on the unsolved killing of HSU student DJ Lawson, a local teacher won a national award, Humboldt Sports has a little hope for a possible return of HSU football, an alleged criminal comes out of the closet, the Friendly City is still not friends with cannabis, Ar...cat...a, fundraising for a memorial skatepark, Sacramento is likely embarrassed by two alleged criminals, Eureka will likely approve on-site cannabis consumption, sanctuary county costs make the news, Betty Chinn is a CNN hero, and more. Humbo

Humboldt Last Week includes quick local stories and typically ends with an interview or longer feature. Downloadable and on podcast networks for later listening. Also available on 99.1 KISS FM Mondays. Episode partners: Tuyas Mexican Restaurant - Cafe Nooner - Molly Tuttle in Ferndale Oct. 14 - Bongo Boy Studio Humboldt Last Week, Episode 99 Fortuna Getting Paul’s Live From New York Pizza Location (5:44) A manager at Paul’s says they acquired the Tom’s Sourdough location along 12th Street. Humboldt Too Has Seen A Quiet Drop In Jailed Youth (6:37) After a peak in the late 90s and early 2000s, Humboldt is now at about 58 percent capacity for its juvie program. Humboldt County Chief Probation Officer Shaun Brenneman comments on a recent report on downward trends statewide and how it relates to home. Humboldt Ice Rink Moving From Fortuna To Ferndale Mike Huckabee Says Ferndale Is His Kinda Town Winnebago Bay No No Grow Bust Spawns Mention Of Statewide Black Market Analysis Liquor Licenses For Two Arcata Plaz

Episode 98 partners: Bongo Boy Studio - Cafe Nooner - Molly Tuttle in Ferndale Oct. 14 Marci Kitchen received an eight year sentence but will likely be out in four, National Geographic shared a short film featuring our redwoods, local MMA fighter Cass Bell has his second pro fight soon, and other top stories. Humboldt Last Week includes quick local stories and typically ends with an interview or longer feature.The program is downloadable and on podcast networks for later listening. It also includes additional crime updates, some silliness, new music picks, Facebook giveaways, event suggestions, and more top stories. Available at humboldtlastweek.com, kymkemp.com, and on 99.1 KISS FM throughout the day on Mondays.

Refresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Episode partners: Molly Tuttle in Ferndale Oct. 14 - Bongo Boy Studio - Cafe Nooner Humboldt Last Week, Episode 97 - Large Low-Income Housing Complex Likely To Replace Used Car Lot (6:20) Eureka city staff recently approved the design for a large low-income housing complex along 4th Streets. Three stories, 50 apartments, all set to house people on the brink of homelessness -- half of ‘em veterans. Pending permits this could be up as early as the end of next year. Danco Communities are the developers. In the podcast their President Chris Dart talks about the facility and how they believe it will impact the community. - Bay Trail Portions Win Award - Hospital Layoffs: Wrongful Retaliation Or By-The-Book Efficiency - North Coast Politician Gets Statewide Opioid Law - Police Provide Sho