1. 'Prime source' of information Dear Editor, I will miss the Humboldt Beacon. I started my subscription a year before I moved here many years ago because it was a prime source of local community information.   [Full Story]

1. Will miss working with the paper What a sad sign of the times. The Beacon has been a part of our community for such a long time. I worked for Pat O'Dell when he owned the Beacon.   [Full Story]

1. Beacon insert-stuffer turned pro reporter Dear Editor, Although I was saddened to hear of the demise of the Humboldt Beacon, I wasn't hugely surprised.   [Full Story]

To: Mrs. Claus, North Pole From: Hubby Dear Sweet Lady, Sorry for the delay in writing to you this week. It has been one of those “last-minute- checks-before-Christmas” weeks, but I'm finally set.   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, According to latest statistics, a big portion of the federal income tax burden is shouldered by a small group of the very richest Americans.   [Full Story]

To the Editor: Here is an old idea I am passing along from a recent email. We are into that frantic holiday shopping season once again. This year, however, almost everyone is hurting financially, including local small businesses.   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, On the editorial concerning Occupy Eureka, (Nov. 10 issue), I would like to add that these protesters have barred others from their 1st Amendment rights by completely dominating the courthouse lawn area.   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, Why would a Republican bother running in the 2nd Congressional District, regarded as one of the most liberal or "Bluest" in the Country (or a Dem in a Red District)?   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, On behalf of KMUD Redwood Community Radio, we would like to thank the following bands, businesses and individuals for a very successful, lively and enjoyable 2011 KMUD Battle of the Rock Bands: The incredible 25 bands who entered included 6 finalists: Orchestrate, Vena Sera, Triangle Eye, Crackbox (winner), Speed of Darkness (2nd place) and Ninabis (3rd place).   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, Without arguing the merits of the Caltrans proposal for the Phase One improvements to the 101 Safety Corridor, it is difficult to understand how HCAOG can consider tying up so much funding.   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, The Christmas Gift Program portion of Fortuna Fire Department's Santa's Sleigh Service has made their list of children to receive gifts and coats and is now checking it twice.   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, In recent months Steve Sterback, proprietor of Fernbridge Market has been targeted in an orchestrated attack by the District Attorney's office.   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, Fortuna Senior Services was honored to present our 'Tribute to Veterans' on Nov. 11. We had tremendous support from many individuals and businesses and would like to acknowledge their many contributions.   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, It was announced at the last community meeting on homelessness in Garberville that a "Clean Camp Crew" (CCC) had been formed.   [Full Story]

Dear Editor, The Class of 1962 wants to thank you all for allowing us to participate in the 50th Anniversary of Homecoming, a tradition our class started in the fall of our senior year.   [Full Story]