Rural Innovation Summit Preview | Eureka News

Eureka News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 1, 2026 · 1m

The Redwood Coast’s annual economic summit kicks off October 1st in Arcata with a bold theme: “Rural Innovation: Build, Connect, Grow.” Designed to supercharge the regional economy across Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino, and Trinity counties — plus tribal lands — this two-day event brings together local makers, food & beverage innovators, economists Robert Eyler and SK Lee, and even a former firefighter paramedic Evan Van Auken. Expect deep dives into manufacturing, funding, networking, and partnerships — all aimed at turning rural potential into real growth. Early bird registration…