The Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of an inmate who died in custody in October. During a routine check late evening on October 29th, 40-year-old Issa Niambele of Ukiah was found unresponsive on the floor of his holding cell. Lifesaving measures were implemented and he was transported to Adventist Health Ukiah Valley. … Read more
The Clearlake Oaks Moose Lodge will hold a free dinner for veterans this evening from 5:30 to 7 p.m. There’ll be music by Randy Hood. The event is free to all veterans and non-veteran guests are asked for a $10 donation, which will benefit local veterans organizations.
The Clearlake City Council meets tomorrow evening at six. It will consider the City Manager’s request that the council amend the city’s current environmental guidelines to include more detail on the management of tribal cultural resources and consultation. The council will also consider an amendment to the employment contract with Police Chief Tim Hobbs to … Read more
A flood watch continues for Mendocino and parts of Lake Counties through Thursday night. 3 to 5 inches of rain is expected today, with 2 to 4 inches possible on Thursday. Rain is expected to continue into the weekend. Flooding may occur along creeks and streams and in poor drainage and urban areas. There’s an … Read more
The Fort Bragg Presbyterian Church will host its 28th annual FREE Community Thanksgiving Dinner. You can choose from three options on how to have your meal, curbside pickup, home delivery or in-person dining. Reservations are required for all three options. Go to fbpchurch.org or call the Church to reserve meals. Reservations for delivery close at … Read more
The city of Lakeport has completed its initial Lead Service Line Inventory required by the EPA. TheLakeCountyNews reports the city of Lakeport physically inspected all service lines in its distribution system, regardless of ownership. All service lines were verified non-lead.
The Lake County Campus of Woodland Community College is holding an open house on Thursday from 4 – 6 pm in Clearlake. The college has over 50 different degree and certificate programs that are employment-driven and aim to place students in local jobs. Staff and educators will be on hand to answer questions regarding opportunities.
A wind advisory is in effect starting this evening through Wednesday morning. S Winds of 25-25 mph are expected, gusting up to 60 mph for most of Mendocino County. There’s also a flood watch for most of Mendocino and Lake Counties from late tonight through late Thursday night. 3 to 5 inches of rain is … Read more
The Lakeport City Council will hold its next meeting tomorrow, Tuesday at 6 pm. The meeting will include a presentation on the proposed Lake County Regional Housing Trust Fund, an ordinance adding a tobacco retailer license to the Lakeport Municipal code, and set a public hearing on the matter for December 17th. The council will … Read more
Fort Bragg has named a new chair of the harbor commission and a commissioner. MendoFever reports Jim Hurst, a long-time advocate for the development and sustainability of Fort Bragg’s harbor, has been recommended by the City for the position of Harbor Commission Chair. Dominick Weaver has been appointed as the new commissioner. Weaver has considerable … Read more