A high-speed police chase in Mendocino County ended Sunday evening south of Hopland, with a suspect detained at gunpoint. Beginning near Willits around 5:05 p.m., the Toyota Yaris reached speeds up to 150 mph, even with flat tires. California Highway Patrol took over the pursuit near Jackson Keys Winery at 5:27 p.m., concluding shortly after … Read more
A fast-moving vegetation fire ignited Sunday evening in Covelo, rapidly burning multiple trailers and vehicles before firefighters brought it under control. The blaze was first reported around 6:34 p.m. near Crawford and Hopper lanes. There has been no report of injuries or the cause of the fire.
Community members and leaders gathered Friday to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the Valley Fire, one of California’s worst. Ceremonies were held at Mandala Springs Wellness Retreat Center in Cobb and at Middletown Square Park. State and local leaders spoke, honoring the lives lost and the community’s resilience. The Valley Fire burned 76,067 acres, destroyed … Read more
The application period is open for an annual grant program that supports ag education and student leadership. The department will award $200,000 in grants statewide, funded by DMV sales of the CalAg license plate. More information is available at cdfa.ca.gov.
Steven Ronald Harper, 41, of Manchester, was arrested on Thursday for allegedly setting fire to a cabin and tent on Rancheria Road. Harper surrendered to deputies and was booked without bail at Mendocino County Jail on charges of arson, felony vandalism, and probation violation.
On the 16th, Main Street in Kelseyville will display forty Mexican flags, a new tradition celebrating Mexican Independence Day. The Kelseyville Business Association purchased the flags, and local donations funded the flagpoles. Although this year’s festival was canceled, Helen Finch, KBA president, stated, “It’s a simple but powerful way to show support for the many … Read more
New federal flood maps for Ukiah and Mendocino County take effect on the 19th, expanding flood risk zones. City officials appealed preliminary maps, but FEMA made only minor revisions. With winter approaching, residents should review maps and update flood insurance. Find more information at floodmaps.fema.gov. Details on the city’s appeal are at cityofukiah.com/flood-maps.
William Ralph Harbour IV, 37, of Middletown, pleaded not guilty Thursday in Napa County Superior Court to charges including arson, assault, carjacking, kidnapping, carjacking with great bodily injury, evading officers, assault on peace officers, attempted vehicle theft, elder abuse, grand theft, and arson. Authorities state that on Aug. 21, he fought with family, ran over … Read more
The Western Region Town Hall meets Wednesday, the 17th, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Habematolel Community Center. Attendees can also join via Zoom or PEGTV. The agenda includes a Sonoma Clean Power presentation, updates on WRTH’s Board of Supervisors presentation, website, and a combined meeting of District 3 municipal advisory committees. Supervisor EJ … Read more
A revised North Harbor plan, developed by the Mendocino Council of Governments after community pushback, is hoped to address traffic and conflicts on the road to North Harbor. The new plan includes an improved Highway 1 stairway, enhanced beach parking, potential water taxis, a coastal trail, and a hillside pedestrian path. Although the plan would … Read more