The Public Citizen
On September 11, the Del Norte County Veterans of Foreign Wars held their second annual First Responders Appreciation Dinner, honoring the men and women who continue to serve our community with courage and commitment. Nearly 60 first responders attended — firefighters, ambulance drivers, EMTs,…
By LINDA SUTTER ·September 16, 2026
SMITH RIVER — What began with a few sprinkles to freshen the morning gave way to sunshine for what was described as one of the biggest Tolowa Dee‑ni’ Nation Cultural Day celebrations yet. The 19th annual Cultural Day brought community members, families and visitors together in Smith River for a day…
By LINDA SUTTER ·September 16, 2026
Every time you drive across the Golden Gate Bridge without stopping at a toll booth, technology helps determine which vehicle crossed and where the toll bill should go. License-plate recognition is no longer futuristic technology. It is already part of modern life. So why am I telling you this?…
By Linda Sutter ·September 10, 2026
This weekend marked the very first Summer Send Off at the Del Norte County Fairgrounds — and if the turnout was any indication, it’s a tradition that’s going to stick. Under bright skies and the easy energy of a late-summer weekend, 25 local vendors gathered for a lively marketplace hosted by PNW…
By LINDA SUTTER ·September 9, 2026
This past weekend felt like Crescent City itself decided to roll out the welcome mat: sunshine, warm air, barely a whisper of wind — the kind of weather that makes Front Street Park feel like whar ir will soon become: the heart of our community. It was the perfect backdrop for the local Democrats’…
By LINDA SUTTER Triplicate News Reporter ·September 9, 2026
Every time I drive into town lately, I feel like I need to keep one eye on the road and the other on the buildings. I’ll pass something, do a double take and think, “What the heck are they doing now?” Crescent City seems to have caught a serious case of construction fever—and I have to admit, it’s…
By Linda Sutter ·September 3, 2026
Linda Sutter: The Public Citizen
The Crescent City Harbor District stands at an important crossroads. The question facing voters is straightforward: Do we continue with more of the same, or is it time for fresh thoughts, fresh faces, and a different approach to leadership? For years, I have attended Harbor District meetings,…
September 3, 2026
The Del Norte Republican Party will host its annual Lincoln-Reagan Dinner on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Del Norte Veterans Hall, 810 H Street in Crescent City. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m., with dinner beginning at 6:00 p.m. The evening will bring together Republicans from throughout Del…
By Linda Sutter ·August 27, 2026
As City crews continue their work giving Front Street a new look, they are discovering that beneath the streets of Crescent City lies a little bit of our community’s history. Recently, while digging approximately three to four feet below ground near the Cultural Center, workers uncovered several…
By LINDA SUTTER ·August 26, 2026
A local commercial fisherman is facing a devastating loss after a 58-foot fishing vessel carrying squid ran aground approximately 30 miles north of Point Reyes National Seashore. According to information provided, the vessel, captained by Rich Nehmer, went aground during conditions involving low…
By LINDA SUTTER Contributing Reporter ·August 26, 2026
No sooner had I published an article about the court case against the Crescent City Harbor District than Harbormaster Michael Rademaker rushed to congratulate attorney Ryan Plotz for “prevailing” in the case. Prevailing. In a case the judge had just ruled I won. It was a moment so surreal, so…
By Linda Sutter ·August 20, 2026
Court Calls Harbor District's Production an “Over the Top Data Dump” and Orders Texts Produced in a Form the Average Citizen Can Understand August 13, 2026 By Linda Sutter A Del Norte County Superior Court judge has ordered the Crescent City Harbor District to provide legible copies of text messages…
By Linda Sutter ·August 20, 2026
Linda Sutter: The Public Citizen
After reviewing the Crescent City Harbor District's financial statements through June 30, 2026, together with the July 2026 invoices submitted by Community System Solutions (CSS) for management of the District's two MARAD PIDP grants, I have several serious questions that I believe require public…
August 13, 2026
CRESCENT CITY — Changes coming to Tsunami Lanes have generated concern among some local bowlers, but owner John Kirk says the investment in new bowling technology is intended to preserve—not diminish—the future of bowling in Crescent City. August 6, 2026 Kirk responded to concerns raised by a…
By Linda Sutter ·August 13, 2026
A Thursday afternoon incident at the Del Norte County Fair raised safety concerns after a vintage 1954 sheriff’s patrol car—affectionately known as Otis—unexpectedly rolled from its display area and into a neighboring booth, striking a woman. The classic black‑and‑white patrol car had been parked at…
By LINDA SUTTER ·August 12, 2026
Contrary to the chatter circulating on social media, the Del Norte County Fair is not only happening — it’s shaping up to be one of the best fairs the county has seen in the last six years. The road to opening day hasn’t been easy, but Fair Manager Kim Floyd has pushed through every obstacle with…
By Linda Sutter ·August 6, 2026
DEL NORTE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT — Nearly ten years after the death of a young boy in Klamath, a case that once appeared to have reached a dead end has returned to the courtroom Thursday as Del Norte Superior Court considered whether proceedings should be suspended for a competency evaluation. The…
By Linda Sutter ·August 6, 2026
A small fire at the Four Square Church on August 3 resulted in minor exterior damage after vegetation removal efforts accidentally ignited part of the building. Church personnel were using a torch to burn weeds along the sidewalk when the flames spread to the exterior wall of the church. The fire…
By Linda Sutter ·August 6, 2026
Some Sunday afternoons become memories that stay with you for years. This past Sunday was one of those rare occasions. Hidden beneath the towering redwoods, families gathered for a unique outdoor performance presented by Dirt and Glitter, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing performing…
By LINDA SUTTER Contributing Reporter ·July 29, 2026
Some Sunday afternoons become memories that stay with you for years. This past Sunday was one of those rare occasions. Hidden beneath the towering redwoods, families gathered for a unique outdoor performance presented by Dirt and Glitter, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing performing…
By LINDA SUTTER Contributing Reporter ·July 29, 2026
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