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September 23, 2025

State Water Board Will Meet October 8th to Address Smith River Contamination

September 23, 2025

Following decades of concern raised over contamination of the lower Smith River, the California North Coast Regional Water Board will meet on October 8th to hear testimony from a growing coalition of residents, scientists and conservation organizations that are seeking to eliminate toxic pesticide use on lands that surround the Smith…

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September 22, 2025

Fall Prescribed Burns Planned for Bald Hills

September 22, 2025

This fall, Redwood National and State Parks plans to conduct a series of prescribed burns in the prairies and oak woodlands of the Bald Hills, east of Orick. Prescribed fire season in the parks begins in late September or as weather permits. Nat Cardos reports.

Humboldt Planning Commission Supports Easing of Cannabis Microbusiness Regs

September 22, 2025

 To help small-scale cannabis farmers compete in a challenging market, Humboldt County is changing its permitting. Daniel Mintz reports. 

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September 21, 2025

* Coroner says Willits man’s death was homicide. * Man arrested for kidnapping after a reckless drive through Eureka. * Local entrepreneurs stand a chance to win $200.000. These stories and more in today’s KMUD News podcast.

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September 18, 2025

 Eureka Council Overrules Police Chief, Approves Ex-Con’s Card Dealer Permit

September 18, 2025

A man denied a card room work permit due to having recent felonies on his record has been given a second chance by the Eureka City Council. Daniel Mintz reports. 

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September 17, 2025

Fall Matsutake Mushroom Harvest Open for Shasta-Trinity National Forest

September 17, 2025

Commercial matsutake mushroom harvesting opened September 15th for Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Nat Cardos reports.