Local Politics · Arcata, CA
The Arcata City Council will hold two public meetings on Wednesday, October 28, at the D Street Neighborhood Center. The first session at 4:30 p.m. addresses extending a moratorium on data center development to protect utility infrastructure. A joint workshop with the Planning Commission follows at 5:30 p.m., focusing on the city's 7th Cycle Housing Element and zoning for 1,042 new housing units. Residents are invited to provide feedback on housing needs and fair access.
Community News · Blue Lake, CA
Humboldt County musician Brett McFarland reports that an AI-generated artist named HAZE PNW copied his original songs, leading to copyright claims against him on streaming platforms. McFarland discovered the issue after receiving YouTube notifications stating his own live performance videos were infringing on another's copyright, redirecting his royalties. He has disputed the claims with DistroKid and Meta but says the AI versions remain online. McFarland is hosting the first Outlaw Country Revival at Crazy River Ranch in Blue Lake on Saturday, Oct. 24, with gates opening at 4 p.m.
Public Safety · Humboldt County
The NWS Eureka office issued an updated frost advisory at 6:16 p.m. Friday, valid Saturday from 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. for Interior Del Norte, Southwestern Humboldt, Northeastern Interior Humboldt and Southeastern Interior Humboldt. Temperatures as low as 35 degrees are expected, resulting in frost formation that could harm or kill sensitive outdoor vegetation. Residents are advised to cover tender plants before sunset or move them indoors.
Public Safety · Del Norte County
The National Weather Service issued an updated frost advisory valid for Saturday, October 24, from 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. for Coastal Del Norte and Northern Coastal Humboldt counties in California. Temperatures are expected to drop as low as 35 degrees, resulting in frost formation that could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Residents are advised to cover tender plants before sunset or move them indoors to protect them from the cold.
