Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, Local News

A town hall meeting is being presented Thursday covering the use of Artificial Intelligence technologies in local law enforcement. Representatives of the Del Norte Sheriff’s Office, the Crescent City Police Department and the California Highway Patrol will be on hand from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Del Norte Fairgrounds’ arts and crafts building.

Tu Tu Tun Lodge near Gold Beach has earned more accolades, this time from the highly respected Michelin Guide. Located on the banks of the Rogue River, Tu Tu Tun was recently listed as one of 65 “best of the best” hotels, earning a spot in the “Mountain and Nature retreats” category. Previous high praise has been given by Esquire, Travel+Leisure and Wine Spectator.

Reservations are now being accepted for the 34th annual Halloween Blood Drive, sponsored by Bi-Coastal Media and Sutter Coast Hospital. This year’s event will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the Crescent Fire Protection District headquarters on Washington Boulevard in Crescent City. First-time donors are especially encouraged. To make an appointment, call the blood drive hotline at (707) 502-8686.

The Brookings Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. today in the council chambers on Elk Drive. Several public hearings are planned.

In sports news:

The Brookings-Harbor High volleyball team takes on Sutherlin at 6 p.m. today in a Far West League action in the Bruins’ gym. At 6:30 p.m. in Eureka, the Del Norte High volleyball team will be taking on the Loggers.