County of Humboldt HUMBOLDT – The project to complete the four-mile gap in the Humboldt Bay Trail between Eureka and Arcata is on the list of projects recommended for funding through the state’s 2019 Active Transportation Program. The Active Transportation Program is a competitive grant program that funds bicycle and pedestrian improvements throughout California. The…
Grand Jury: ‘Significant danger’ for some Bay Trail users
Daniel Mintz Mad River Union HUMBOLDT BAY – The county’s Grand Jury has flagged multiple safety issues related to the Humboldt Bay Trail and has “significant concern” about the use of the U.S. Highway 101 shoulder connecting two developed segments. The Grand Jury is calling for a “safety barrier” along the unfinished U.S. Highway 101…
Mad River Current for Monday, July 30: RV park proposed; fire in the hills; lovely weather if you like it hot
RV park proposed near Samoa Bridge The City of Eureka may seek a developer to create a RV park on the undeveloped property on the south end of the Samoa Bridge near the boat ramp. The Eureka City Council is scheduled to consider the matter at its meeting Tuesday, Aug 1 starting at 6 p.m.…
Eureka council may OK fireworks show, new speed limits
Mad River Union EUREKA – The Eureka City Council is scheduled tonight, March 17 to approve an agreement with Pyro Spectaculars North Inc. to put on this year’s Fourth of July fireworks show. The council’s regular meeting begins at 6 p.m. at Eureka City Hall, 531 K St., Eureka. The annual event is the grand…