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Klamath Promise Neighborhood: Epicenter Open House

On March 21st, the Epicenter opened in Crescent City California. We talked to the minds at work at this new DNUSD facility, and what one can expect to find when they go there.

This is part of our larger coverage of the Klamath Promise Neighborhood’s week of events.

Port Commissioner Caught Paintballing Sea Lions – Redwood Voice Community News

April 11th, 2024 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: the Family Resource center is offering prom attire for those who need it; Brookings Harbor Commissioner caught firing paintballs at sealions; how lead ammunition can affect condors; PFMC recommends the closure of commercial and recreational ocean salmon fisheries; CDFW invites the public to comment on the salmon disaster spend plan; the Yurok Tribe is looking for someone to fill the position Buyer 2; the Yurok Tribe gets back more of their ancestral territory; things are unfortunately heating up in the Northern California current; an overview of Curry County’s upcoming election season; roadwork updates from CalTrans District 1; and a weather update from Eureka’s National Weather Service. All this and our regular segments from the Pacifica Radio Network and National Native News.

We’re broadcasting on KFUG 101.1FM and kfugradio.org every day at 12PM, with a rebroadcast at 5PM. We’re also airing on KZZH 96.7FM at 6AM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, which has been edited.

Planned Parenthood Northern California Unionizes: An Interview with Syd Long

On January 21st, 2024, the workers of Planned Parenthood Northern California announced the formation of their union, PPNorCal United, in partnership with SEIU 1021. Redwood Voice Director Persephone Rose talks with Organizing Committee Member Syd Long about the entire ordeal—what led to unionizing, demands, upper management reception, where things stand with negotiations, and the story so far. A special thanks to Syd Long for making this video possible!

For more information and the latest news on the Union, please check them out on their Instagram page at @ppnorcalunited.

Yurok Tribe Secures Historic Return of Ancestral Land – Redwood Voice Community News

April 10th, 2024 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: the Family Resource center is offering prom attire for those who need it; how lead ammunition can affect condors; CDFW invites the public to comment on the salmon disaster spend plan; the Yurok Tribe is looking for someone to fill the position Buyer 2; the Yurok Tribe gets back more of their ancestral territory; things are unfortunately heating up in the Northern California current; an overview of Curry County’s upcoming election season; roadwork updates from CalTrans District 1; and a weather update from Eureka’s National Weather Service. All this and our regular segments from the Pacifica Radio Network and National Native News.

We’re broadcasting on KFUG 101.1FM and kfugradio.org every day at 12PM, with a rebroadcast at 5PM. We’re also airing on KZZH 96.7FM at 6AM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of Matt Mais, Yurok Tribe, which has been edited.

He’s Going the Extra Mile for Mental Health! – Q&A with A Walking Testimony

It’s not everyday that someone takes on a challenge for an important cause. But when they do, the world becomes inspired and is happy that it followed that person’s journey!

After years in and out of prison and addiction, Kyndal Ray Edwards (aka A Walking Testimony) was moved to change his lifestyle, and go on a journey-walking across America for mental health awareness and recovery.

This is Redwood Voice’s Monique Camarena here. While Kyndal was passing through, I got to ask him about his experiences so far, and from those experiences, what youth, specifically, could do to recover from addiction and help their mental health.

A Walking Testimony’s Social Medias:

Keep the Condors Lead-Free! – Redwood Voice Community News

April 9th, 2024 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: Redwood National & State Parks warns of the dangers lead ammunition poses to the condor; the California Department of Fish & Wildlife invites the public to comment on the salmon disaster spend plan; it’s seal pup season, so keep your distance, and don’t let the pups be food for your pup; the Yurok Tribe is looking for someone to fill the position Buyer 2; tomorrow is the property tax deadline; an overview of the City Council’s public hearing planned for the 15th; next month is the Oregon election season; and roadwork and closure updates from CalTrans District 1. All this and our regular segments from the Pacifica Radio Network and National Native News.

We’re broadcasting on KFUG 101.1FM and kfugradio.org every day at 12PM, with a rebroadcast at 5PM. We’re also airing on KZZH 96.7FM at 6AM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of the Yurok Wildlife Department, which has been edited.

Seal Pup Season is Upon Us – Redwood Voice Community News

April 8th, 2024 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: last week councilors discussed the Kamome Festival coming up this weekend; CDFW invites the public to comment on the salmon disaster spend plan; it’s seal pup season, so keep your distance, and don’t let your dog eat the seal babies; Californians should expect to see a solar eclipse this afternoon; a reminder to pay your property taxes; a look at next week’s City Council public hearing; an overview of Curry County’s upcoming election season; and road updates and travel advisories from CalTrans District 1. All this and our regular segments from the Pacifica Radio Network and National Native News.

We’re broadcasting on KFUG 101.1FM and kfugradio.org every day at 12PM, with a rebroadcast at 5PM. We’re also airing on KZZH 96.7FM at 6AM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of Redwood News, which has been edited.

The Return (of Tours) to St. George Reef Lighthouse – Redwood Voice Community News

April 5th, 2024 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: the lowdown on this year’s Kamome Festival; tours to Saint George Reef Lighthouse start again; whale spotting season has begun; learn about eclipses with the Del Norte Library; tax payment reminders from the Del Norte Tax Office; a look at the Public Hearing planned for later this month; California and Tribal leaders met in Sac to discuss Public Law 280; the Yurok Environmental Department Food Sovereignty Program is putting on a Nettle Gathering event; the Yurok Tribe Environmental Department is also hosting a Klamath River cleanup on 4-20; a roadwork update from CalTrans District 1; fishing for groundfish will only be allowed seaward of the 50-fathom boundary line; the Tolowa is looking for nature loving volunteers to help restore bird habitats this Sunday; two Curry County residents are arrested for vehicle abandonment; and an update on 199 delays. All this and our regular segments from the Pacifica Radio Network and National Native News.

We’re broadcasting on KFUG 101.1FM and kfugradio.org every day at 12PM, with a rebroadcast at 5PM. We’re also airing on KZZH 96.7FM at 6AM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of Redwood Voice Reporter Sebastian Monroe, taken from their “A Visit to the Loneliest Lighthouse on the West Coast” video, which has been edited.

Thar She Blows: It’s Whale Watchin’ Season – Redwood Voice Community News

April 4th, 2024 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: City Councilors discussed the upcoming Kamome Festival at Monday’s meeting; ’tis the season to watch Gray Whales; a reminder from Del Norte County tax office; a look at Crescent City Council’s planned Public Hearing; California and Tribal officials met in Sacramento to discuss Public Law 280; the Yurok Environmental Department Food Sovereignty Program is putting on a nettle gathering event; The Yurok Environmental Department will also be hosting a Klamath River Cleanup on 4-20; and California’s highway 1 saw a major collapse over the Easter Weekend. All this and our regular segments from the Pacifica Radio Network and National Native News.

We’re broadcasting on KFUG 101.1FM and kfugradio.org every day at 12PM, with a rebroadcast at 5PM. We’re also airing on KZZH 96.7FM at 6AM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of NOAA’s Chris Johnson, found through their website, which has been edited.

Rikuzentakata’s Delegation to Mark Transition – Redwood Voice Community News

April 3rd, 2024 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: the upcoming arrival of the delegation from Rikuzentakata was discussed at Monday’s meeting; Helicopter tours to the St. George Reef Lighthouse are being offered once again; some whale watching advice; in Brookings, people continue to apply for the newly open City Manager position; a reminder of tax deadlines; a look at the plans for April’s public hearing; lawmakers and tribal representatives discussed Public Law 280 during a roundtable discussion in Sac; the Yurok Environmental Department Food Sovereignty Program is hosting a nettle gathering event on April, 6th; they will also be a hosting a invasive plant removal on 4-20; California’s Highway-1 saw a major collapse Easter Weekend; and a roadwork update from CalTrans District 1. All this and our regular segments from the Pacifica Radio Network and National Native News.

We’re broadcasting on KFUG 101.1FM and kfugradio.org every day at 12PM, with a rebroadcast at 5PM. We’re also airing on KZZH 96.7FM at 6AM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of Visit Del Norte County, which has been edited.