Hungry for Change

Food Insecurity in Humboldt by Maranda Vargas It is a warm sunny September day in the coastal community of Eureka. The sun’s rays are shining on the constant flow of cars entering the north parking lot of Bayshore Mall. Several rows of bright orange traffic cones are lined up forming lanes in a well-orchestrated attempt to direct the incoming traffic. Volunteers wearing bright yellow vests … Continue reading Hungry for Change

Eureka City Council approves decriminalization of entheogens

by Maranda Vargas The usage of psychedelics was decriminalized for the residents of Eureka. On Tuesday October 17, 2023, the Eureka City Council heard public comments and spoke with public officials before deciding on the measure to decriminalize the usage of entheogenic substances within city limits. The city council listened to impassioned community responses representing both sides of the issue. The city council listened to … Continue reading Eureka City Council approves decriminalization of entheogens

Decriminalizing Entheogens for Mental Health

By Maranda Vargas It is a sunny afternoon, and Cal Poly Humboldt student Camryn Hanf is standing in front of the Student Activities Center with a stack of petitions for potential supporters to sign and send to the Eureka City Council in support of decriminalizing the use of specific entheogens within city limits. Hanf moved to Arcata a little over two years ago to pursue … Continue reading Decriminalizing Entheogens for Mental Health