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Arcata Rising is a benefit in support of people affected by the recent fire in downtown Arcata.
The three-day event will feature over 40 musical acts at Humboldt Brews January 30th through February 1st.

Organizers are asking local businesses to donate products or services for a silent auction.
If you’d like to donate something for the silent auction, or need more information, email humbrewsgm@gmail.com.

Top Oregon health official on possible COVID-19 surge, expedited vaccine eligibility

Oregon Public Broadcasting | By Julie Sabatier
Published April 6, 2021 at 11:53 AM PDT
Dr. Jane Birschbach, MD, right, administers the COVID-19 vaccine to Barrett Flesh at the Deschutes County Public Health Department in Bend, Oregon, Jan. 12, 2021.
Bradley W. Parks
Dr. Jane Birschbach, MD, right, administers the COVID-19 vaccine to Barrett Flesh at the Deschutes County Public Health Department in Bend, Oregon, Jan. 12, 2021.

Oregon officials are warning of a fourth wave of COVID-19 infections, even as more people become eligible for vaccines each week. Oregon Health Authority Director Patrick Allen joins us to discuss the latest projections and the new timeline that will allow all Oregonians 16 and up to get a vaccine starting April 19.

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