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DiRT & Glitter to Provide Free Summer Arts Adventure Program to Native and Del Norte Youth and Community

Disclaimer: KFUG & Redwood Voice are actively working with DiRT & Glitter to provide the 10-week sound design course as part of its program.

A press release from DiRT & Glitter:

“Local Environmental Arts Non-profit DiRT & Glitter to Provide Free Summer Arts Adventure Program to Native and Del Norte Youth and Community: Program funded by Yurok Tribe’s Klamath Promise Neighborhood Initiative Strengthens Community Health”

Local environmental arts non-profit DiRT & Glitter is offering free arts adventure programming for native and local Del Norte youth all summer long, thanks to the support of the Yurok Tribe’s Klamath Promise Neighborhood Initiative (KPN). 

The organization’s Youth Art and Adventure Program is providing youth and community opportunities to learn new skills, acquire job training, connect with professional arts and adventure experts and experience our local wilderness, all with the aim of strengthening the health of our community.

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Commissioner Schmidt Recants Approval of Harbormaster Rademaker – Redwood Voice Community News

June 16th, 2025 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: roadwork updates from Cal Trans District 1; an update on the Dr. Fine Bridge; DNUSD’s Summer Food Program officially begins; adult inmates will be housed in the Youth Opportunity Center during the jail rehab project; Crescent City Harbor Commissioner Dan Schmidt urges his board to reopen the Harbormaster search; the Yurok Tribe brings solar and micro-hydropower to their reservation; the marine update from Fishing the North Coast; the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation urges Oregonians to watch for signs of elder financial exploitation; Southwestern Oregon Community College will host a free presentation about Juneteenth; and the West Coast Governors condemn US Health and Human Services Secretary. 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, and KCIW 100.7FM at 6PM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of KFUG Station Coordinator Amanda Gracie Dockter, which has been edited.

Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation Invites Community to Tvm-chaa-me’ Day – Redwood Voice Community News

June 13th, 2025 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: roadwork updates from Cal Trans District 1; an update on the Dr. Fine Bridge; adult inmates will be housed in the Youth Opportunity Center during the jail rehab project; Mountain School will receive staff cuts coming next year; the CCPD officer involved with the Surf Apartments shooting has been cleared of wrongdoing; the Yurok Tribe hosted the Second Annual Honoring Indigenous Women and Young Girls Event; the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation invites the community to Tvm-chaa-me’ Day; a recap on the weekend Salmon Opening from Fishing the North Coast; the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation urges Oregonians to watch for signs of elder financial exploitation; and the West Coast Governors Condemn US Health and Human Services Secretary. 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, and KCIW 100.7FM at 6PM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of Redwood Voice Reporter Monique Camarena via her video on the 2023 Tvm-chaa-me’ Day, which has been edited.

Mountain School May See Staffing Cuts Amidst Funding Woes – Redwood Voice Community News

June 12th, 2025 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: roadwork updates from Cal Trans District 1; construction updates of the Dr. Fine bridge; DNUSD’s Nutrition Services Director discusses a school wellness policy on nutrition standards; Mountain School will receive staff cuts coming next year; the CCPD officer involved with the Surf Apartments shooting has been cleared of wrongdoing; Crescent Fire and Rescue adds a Ford F-550 to its response fleet; a Del Norte county jail project update from District 2 Supervisor Valerie Starkey; DNUSD moves forward with plans to build a central kitchen; Brookings-Harbor school district offers free summer meals and the Brookings Harbor Community Helpers offer Summer Youth Snack Pack Program; Port Orford gains grants for Battle Rock Visitor Center renovations; the Klamath community celebrates ‘O Me-nok Village Day; the Yurok Tribe hosted the Second Annual Honoring Indigenous Women and Young Girls Event; the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation invites the community to Tvm-chaa-me’ Day; and California ranks low in the nation for overall child well-being. 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, and KCIW 100.7FM at 6PM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of Redwood Voice Reporter Aisling Bludworth, which has been edited.

DNUSD Dives Into the School Wellness Policy – Redwood Voice Community News

June 11th, 2025 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: roadwork updates from Cal Trans District 1; construction updates of the Dr. Fine bridge; DNUSD’s Nutrition Services Director discusses a school wellness policy on nutrition standards; Crescent City Fire and Rescue receive a new quick response vehicle; a Del Norte county jail project update from District 2 Supervisor Valerie Starkey; DNUSD moves forward with plans to build a central kitchen; Brookings-Harbor School District offers free summer meals and the Brookings Harbor Community Helpers offer Summer Youth Snack Pack Program; Port Orford gains grants for Battle Rock Visitor Center renovations; the Klamath community celebrates ‘O Me-nok Village Day; the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation invites the community to Tvm-chaa-me’ Day; the Greater Outdoor Access & Learning Program offers free camping experiences to Del Norte families; the ODFW reminds you to not interact with fawns and leave them be; Oregon Senators are alarmed over Integrated Ocean Observing System federal funding cuts; and California ranks low in the nation for overall child well-being. 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, and KCIW 100.7FM at 6PM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of KFUG Station Manager Paul Critz, which has been edited.

DNUSD School Board Approves Design Phase For Central Kitchen

Thumbnail Photo by Paul Critz.

A press release from the Del Norte Unified School District:

The Del Norte Unified School District (DNUSD) is moving forward with plans to build a new central kitchen that will enhance student nutrition services across the district. 

On June 5, the School Board approved a $400,000 contract for architectural and engineering services, officially launching the planning and design phase of this important infrastructure project.

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Weitchpec Tribal Office to Gain Adjoining Youth Center – Redwood Voice Community News

June 10th, 2025 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: roadwork updates from Cal Trans District 1; the suspects in the recent Safeway shooting were arrested in Citrus Heights; the Brookings-Harbor School District is offering Free Summer Meals; construction of a Youth Center adjoining the Weitchpec Tribal Office will soon commence; the Yurok Tribe nearly double their land holdings following the buyback of the Blue Creek watershed; a warning against fawn-napping from the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife; KALO is aiding Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities against food insecurity in Oregon and Washington; Oregon US Senators raise alarm over the Trump Administration’s proposal to cut federal funding for the US Integrated Ocean Observing System; and information from GOAL about upcoming free camping opportunities. 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, and KCIW 100.7FM at 6PM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of the Yurok Tribe via their Facebook Page, which has been edited.

Free Summer Meals Available for All Children in Brookings-Harbor

A press release from the Brookings-Harbor School District:

The Brookings-Harbor School District will offer free summer meals for all children ages 1 through 18 from Monday, June 9, 2025, through Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the Brookings-Harbor High School Cafeteria, located at 629 Easy Street.

Meals are available Monday through Thursday and must be consumed on site. The cafeteria will be closed on Fridays and Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. View the Summer Meals Information Page.

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Suspects in Safeway Shooting Apprehended – Redwood Voice Community News

June 9th, 2025 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: roadwork updates from Cal Trans District 1; Crescent City Councilors continue to throw around ideas for a new gateway to Front Street; more on the ongoing quarrel between Curry County Commissioner Hollinger and the Sheriff; the suspects in the recent Safeway shooting were arrested in Citrus Heights; nautical news from Kenny Priest of Fishing the North Coast; construction of a Youth Center adjoining the Weitchpec Tribal Office will soon commence; the Yurok Tribe nearly double their land holdings following the buyback of the Blue Creek watershed; and a warning against fawn-napping from the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife. 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, and KCIW 100.7FM at 6PM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of KFUG Station Coordinator Amanda Gracie Dockter, which has been edited.

Commissioner Hollinger Accuses OSSA, Sheriff of Intimidation – Redwood Voice Community News

June 6th, 2025 – For Redwood Voice Community News, a production of Redwood Voice Youth Media, today’s news: roadwork updates from Cal Trans District 1; Del Norte County cracks down on illegal fireworks this 4th of July; the Downtown Crescent City Farmers & Artisans Market held their ribbon cutting ceremony; what was discussed at Monday’s Crescent City Council meeting; the marine update from Fishing the North Coast; Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation encourages 2025 graduates to provide their information for the tribal newsletter; Crescent City pursues a new gateway design; Curry County Commissioner Patrick Hollinger fights back against supposed intimidation; a new California policy will subject all prison visitors, staff, and attorneys to a canine search; and Sutter Health receives an anonymous $110 million donation. 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, and KCIW 100.7FM at 6PM!

Today’s news card image is courtesy of Ken Lund via Wikimedia Commons, which has been edited.