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CSULB School of Nursing ranked No. 1 in California
Cal State Long Beach’s School of Nursing has been recognized as the top nursing program in California, according to RNcareers.org’s 9th annual Nursing School Review. RNCareers.org evaluated more than 1,700 nursing schools to compile its merit-based rankings. Factors include program accreditation, tuition costs, academic excellence, faculty qualifications, student satisfaction, program offerings, career outcomes and school reputation.
The salmon diaries: Life before and after Klamath Dam removal
When salmon return from the ocean to the Klamath River after the world's largest dam removal project ends this fall, they will regain access to 400 miles of historical spawning habitat their species has been cut off from for more than a century. From the river to the lab, looking...
San Joaquin Avenue fire prompts evacuations; second fire reported on Dam Road
CLEARLAKE, Calif. — A wildland fire late Monday night prompted evacuations in the outskirts of Clearlake, and was followed early Tuesday morning by a second fire. The fire, in the 12000 block of San Joaquin Avenue at Palomar Drive, was first reported just after 10 p.m. Following the initial...
Purr-fect time to adopt! Haven's Empty the Shelter event waives fees
REDDING, Calif. — If you’re looking for a new furry friend, right now is the time to go down to the Haven Humane Society for their paw-some event. From now until July 31, the Haven Humane Society in Redding is hosting an “Empty the Shelter” event where all adoption fees are waived. Normally these fees can be as much as $135 for a young animal or zero for an elderly animal. The shelter takes care of microchips, spaying or neutering, and all vaccines they are eligible for.
Inaugural class of new Forest Corps inducted in Sacramento
SACRAMENTO — About 20% of California is forest land and the state is already experiencing an above-average fire season.A new team of young volunteers is being trained to help reduce the threat of wildfires and respond when they grow out of control. Taking an oath to serve their country, these young adults are the first members of a new team called the Forest Corps."The need is great," said Liz Berger, a U.S. Forest Service regional forester. "We are addressing a wildfire crisis."AmeriCorps has been serving communities across the country for 30 years, but this class is dedicated to exclusively working...
‘Bikes by the Bay is Back and Bigger than Ever’: August Fundraiser Event with Live Music, & Vendors at Halvorsen Park
This is a press release from the Bikes by the Bay:. On August 17, Halvorsen Park in Eureka will host United Bikers of Northern California’s (UBNC) 25th annual Bikes by the Bay. UBNC is ramping up its efforts to put on a great event by bringing more motorcycle games, more music, and more vendors than ever before.
Former Stockton mayor files to run for lieutenant governor in 2026
STOCKTON, Calif. — Former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs has filed to run for the office of California lieutenant governor in 2026, according to a statement of organization filed Sunday. Tubbs became the city’s first Black mayor and one of the youngest mayors of a big city in the United...
Local players having a big impact with the Humboldt Crabs
By Ray Hamill — Former Eureka Logger Myles Standish is the latest local player to join the Humboldt Crabs for the 2024 season after making his summer debut with the team over the weekend. Standish, a 2023 Eureka graduate, plays collegiately at the University of Hawaii and is the...
River Communities Comes Together to Clean Up Trinity River, One of the Nation’s Most Endangered
Last Sunday marked the 2024 Trinity River Clean Up in Hoopa. The clean-up is an on-river and land effort to clean up, and share information about protecting, the Trinity River. This year at least 65 people collected over two truckloads of trash, while also swimming and rafting. The local Rios to Rivers 2024 Paddle Tribal Waters cohort and Warrior Institute were among them, along with many local youth.
North Coast Lens Photography and Digital Art Exhibition July 17-August 16
This is a press release from the Redwood Art Association:. The Redwood Art Association is hosting an “in-gallery” judged exhibition North Coast Lens Photography and Digital Art Exhibition July 17th through August 16th, 2024. The judge for this exhibition is Harris Fogel. Mr.Fogel is a curator, independent scholar, gallerist,photographer and journalist. He has directed, curated and organized more than 275 photography exhibitions over the past 30 years.
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