Roger Kirkpatrick’s Life Off-road
Roger Kirkpatrick’s father owned a Garberville auto shop, so of course he gave his 2-year-old son a Big A Auto Parts toolbox. The little boy grew into a teen who didn’t need to take auto shop in high school. Good thing, too, as he would have radically skewed the curve. …
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Roger Kirkpatrick’s Life Off-road
Roger Kirkpatrick’s father owned a Garberville auto shop, so of course he gave his 2-year-old son a Big A Auto Parts toolbox. The little boy grew into a teen who didn’t need to take auto shop in high school.
Meet Me on the Avenue
Spring is right around the corner, but recent years have brought late rains and cold temperatures that make it seem like winter will never end. At a certain point, you submit to the weather and refuse to stay cooped up.
Savory Favorites to Make St. Patrick’s Day Special
Hearty recipes for celebrating from the comfort of home
Tips to Spring Clean Your Budget
As you spruce up your home this spring, you can also channel that energy into getting your finances in tip-top shape!
Kevin Bradley’s Sweet Ride
Like many motorheads, Fortuna native Kevin Bradley had engine grease under his fingernails from the start. His interest in autos hit the gas at age 15, while helping friends …
House of the Thai-Ger
There are a lot of us foodie folk out there who consider ourselves adventurous eaters but, paradoxically, we find ourselves ordering the same old tried and true dishes from our favorite menus, forsaking potential new delights. …
Embracing Progress Over Perfection
The arrival of a new year often brings a wave of excitement—a sense of revolution, fresh starts, and endless possibilities. It’s a time to set goals …
Pruning Grassy Plants in Winter
The wispy strands and bold spikes of ornamental grasses provide both softness and drama in the landscape, yet they’re also the target of a lot of bad hairdos and garden don’ts.
Red Velvet for You and/or Your Valentine
This dessert has Valentine’s Day written all over it.
Elevate Dinner with this Simple Dish
Make mealtime a cinch with thei no-fuss, minor-mess solution.
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Jack Rieke Gives Humboldt a Green Thumbs Up
The story of the American Dream is largely written by young people armed with nothing but ambition rolling up their sleeves and getting to work. Sixteen-year-old Jack Rieke did just that when he started his first job …
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