Sears is closing in Eureka, optimism from Humboldt State’s head honcho, overdose death rates went way down in 2018, an Arcata City Councilmember wants to do away with the Pledge of Allegiance at meetings, a horse died at the fair, funding cuts for Planned Parenthood might not impact Eureka much, housing ideas, some big-market love for driving the Lost Coast, PG&E rates might go up, you can weigh in on how to bring tourists to Eureka, a strain for Willie Nelson, a poem, and so much more. Plus event picks and the attraction of the week.

You can also check out Humboldt Last Week Alternative Radio (HLW altRADIO). It’s a curated radio station with new and nostalgia alternative music -- mostly leaning toward rock -- and quick community stories. The sets are long, the community content is prompt, and the library is vast. The most hearted artists of last week? Pearl Jam and Phantogram. Adds this week? Vampire Weekend “Stranger,” Silversun Pickups “Don’t Know Yet,” Sofi Tukker “Swing,” CRYSTAL “Speak of the Devil,” and The Orders “Moloko Tea Party.”

Humboldt Last Week episode 139 partners: Women and Whiskey Sept. 13 - Ferndale Music Company - Bongo Boy Studio - Trinidad Vacation Rental - North Coast Journal - Brick & Fire Bistro - Photography by Shi

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