News Staff More than six inches of rain fell in parts of Mendocino County. Heavy rain was reported all over the county, the highest amount being over six inches in the northwestern part of the count at 3,100 feet. A resident of SE Ukiah reported almost 2 inches. Strong winds were also reported in the county, knocking … Read more
The recent heavy rain caused some damage in Lake County. The LakeCountyNews says there was a report of trees and a power pole sheared off on the side of Bottle Rock Road near Penson Court with a few boulders in the road around 12:30 am yesterday morning. A short time later there were reports of … Read more
The beloved Palace Hotel in Ukiah is getting the once over by noted San Francisco architects and engineers who specialize in recycling historic buildings. In January, the team expects to begin the process of rehabilitation for the building, with the goal of starting construction in 2024, Owner Minaj Shankar says the believes the building still … Read more
A report of a missing 56-year-old man by his girlfriend led to the discovery of human remains, including a leg bone in Laytonville. TheUkiahDailyJournal reports a sheriff’s deputy spoke to a woman in the 46000 block of Fox Rock Road in Laytonville on the 11th, regarding the disappearance of her boyfriend. Attempts to locate … Read more
The Lake County Campus of the Woodland Community College has a new Dean. The LakeCountyNews reports the Yuba Community College District has unanimously selected Ingrid Larsen, who has worked as an academic advisor and instructor at the campus since 2018. She succeeds interim Dean Dr. Annette Lee. Her first day will be the 31st of … Read more
A weather-related power outage continues for residents of Casper, and areas north and west of Mendocino as well as spots in Mendocino County. PG & E has crews out working on the interruptions.
Although the flood watch for Mendocino and Northern Lake Counties should clear at some point this morning, continue to be on the lookout for possible heavy rain through today. The NWS estimates the area could receive several more inches of rain through the rest of the week before a forecasted break in the weather on … Read more
The congregation at the Kelseyville Presbyterian Church will move forward with scheduled holiday celebrations despite a break-in earlier in the week that caused thousands of dollars worth of damage. TheLakeCountyNews reports every building on the church campus had been broken into. The damage to the facilities is estimated to be as high as $18,000. A … Read more
The Willits City Council and former Police Chief Alexis Blaylock have agreed to settle her lawsuit against the city, in which Blalock alleged racial and gender discrimination. According to a press release issued by the City of Willits, under the terms of the agreement, Ms. Blaylock releases all of her claims in consideration for a … Read more
The results of a survey on Wildfire Recovery and Resiliency put out by Mendocino County are in. The MendoVoice reports the survey was intended to help the county identify unmet needs following five large wildfire events in as many years. Hazardous fuels reduction in public rights of way, safe alternative emergency routes, improved emergency communications, … Read more