George Epperson News Today

The state of Jalisco is the home of the songs and dances of Guadalajara, a city well known for its beautiful people, Mariachis and elaborate fiestas.

Arcata Presbyterian Church will present a special service in the Mardi Gras spirit Sunday featuring a Dixieland band. Fred Tempas and the Humboldt All Stars band will provide accompaniment to the 11 a.m. worship service. The band will lead church-goers in singing classic hymns, and will end with “When the Saints Go Marching In.” Traditionally, Lent is a season of spiritual preparation during the 40 days before Easter. Part of that preparation involves deliberate self-denial. The Dixieland se...