Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, Local News

More than $1 million has been earmarked by the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives to fund improvements and updates to the Curry County Jail. Upgrades are planned for lighting, plumbing, door-locking systems, intercom and camera systems, and a comprehensive overhaul of jail cells. The push for the upgrades began in 2023.

The Brookings School Board is expected to approve a bond resolution at tonight’s 5:30 meeting, which will be held at Kalmiopsis Elementary on Easy Street. An enrollment summary and policy revisions will also be covered.

The Port Orford Main Street organization has been recognized for its effort to develop an impactful and sustainable program focused on improving the  community’s historic downtown. The honor was given by Oregon Main Street, which is part of the Oregon Heritage program with the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. Port Orford was one of four towns so designated.

In sports news:

Marcus Parras and Ty Blue both posted career highs Tuesday night, as the Del Norte High boys’ basketball team blasted Fortuna 67-44. The Warriors outscored Fortuna 22-0 in the second quarter. Del Norte improved to 2-2 in Big Five Conference play 15-7 overall, with a road game Thursday night in Arcata.

The Del Norte High wrestling team has a rare home match today, with both the Warrior boys and girls squads hitting the mat against McKinleyville. Action begins at 6:30 p.m., as Del Norte prepares for its defense of its North Coast Section dual-meet championship later this season.

The Del Norte High girls’ varsity basketball team is on the road today, traveling to Fortuna for a key Big Five Conference showdown. Listen to the game live, starting with the pregame show at 7:20 p.m. on KPOD 97.9 FM.