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Fortuna, California Patch AM: a 4 min readGreetings Fortuna! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What the sudden permit suspension means for Miranda’s Rescue in Fortuna.
- See a Fortuna artist’s internationally acclaimed quilts just down the road.
- How Fortuna’s dog remains discovery sparked a community grief response
Also on today's calendar: Fortuna Farmer's Market and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Fog will lift in the morning, with a high of 73 and low of 51 degrees.
- Sunday: Fog will lift in the morning, temps: high: 74, low: 50.
- Monday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 71 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Miranda's Rescue Says It Hopes to Reopen After County Suspends Its Permits Again (kymkemp.com) — Miranda’s Rescue in Fortuna is temporarily closed after Humboldt County suspended its land use permits for missing a flood-protection grading plan deadline, meaning no new animals or visitors are allowed on-site. County officials stress the permit issues are separate from an ongoing criminal investigation into the founder, while the rescue says it hopes to reopen once required permit modifications and compliance steps are completed. 
2. Ferndale Arts Gallery features Fortuna artist (times-standard.com) — A nationally recognized fiber artist from Fortuna, Katie Pasquini, is being honored as Ferndale Arts Gallery’s Artist of the Month for October and November, showcasing decades of innovative quilting and mixed-media work. Fortuna residents can see a neighbor’s internationally acclaimed art just down the road at 535 Main Street in Ferndale, where her latest explorations in paint, fabric, and stitching are on display.
3. Palm Springs Animal Shelter Hosts Animal Grief Seminar (mynewsla.com) — Residents in Fortuna are tied to a heartbreaking animal cruelty investigation after 117 canine remains, including six dogs from Palm Springs Animal Shelter, were found at Miranda’s Rescue on Sandy Prairie Road. In response, the Palm Springs shelter is hosting a free grief and loss seminar to help people process the tragedy, offering guidance on trauma, coping strategies, and where to seek professional support.
4. From DUI to Murder: Why Selah Town's Prior Conviction Matters in Ronnie Franklin's Death (kymkemp.com) — A high-profile Humboldt County DUI murder case is highlighting how California uses prior drunk-driving convictions to pursue tougher charges, with local history from a 2016 fatal crash in Fortuna used as a key example. The article explains why prosecutors now sometimes file murder counts, how Watson advisements work, and how statewide pressure over repeat DUIs is reshaping penalties and expectations for justice.
5. League frontrunners take care of business ahead of pivotal showdown (humboldtsports.com) — Fortuna’s volleyball team fell in straight sets to Eureka as the Loggers and Arcata remained on track for a tight Pacific League title race. The young Huskies, now 0-4 in league play, will get another chance at home when McKinleyville visits Fortuna on Tuesday, offering local fans a chance to support the team’s growth.
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Taste & Stroll Architectural Tour →
The Ferndale Museum, 515 Shaw Avenue, Ferndale
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Cross Country Meet @ Willow Creek
Winship Middle Willow Creek, CA 95573, USA
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Aerobics Class for Adults →
Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Rd B, Fortuna
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Cross Country Meet @ Fortuna
Rohner Park, 9 Park St, Fortuna
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Cemetery Tour →
Ferndale Cemetery, 500 Ocean Avenue, Ferndale
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Led Kaapana →
The Old Steeple, 246 Berding Street, Ferndale
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Chris Pierce →
The Old Steeple, 246 Berding Street, Ferndale
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- I went to the https://hbgf.org/directions/ Wonderful dog walk sniffin and sniffin, 5 dollars...7 dollars for seniors, lots of trails!
I got a little winded going up some of the side trails so I took the road trail back down, great views and wonderful smells despite it not being… (Nextdoor Campton Heights) - The best dentist ever!
Kind, gentle but very knowledgeable professional. (Nextdoor Rohner Park - Newburg Park)
- Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Merchandising Sales Associate in Fortuna. Apply here.
- Peterson Holding Company posted a job opening for Heavy Duty Repair Technician in Fortuna. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fortuna here.
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