Lake County officials dispute PG&E’s claim of seismic issues as a main reason for its plan to remove dams in the Potter Valley Project. PG&E, owner since 1930, seeks decommissioning due to age, financial losses, and seismic risk, despite 2023 state reports finding dams “suitable for continued safe and reliable operation.” A UC Davis study … Read more
This week, the Lake County Board of Supervisors will address various fiscal and policy issues. These include the adoption of the final 2025-26 budget, a proposal to allocate $60,000 to support business groups, and the implementation of a temporary ban on new cannabis cultivation permits. The Board of Supervisors meets tomorrow, Tuesday at 9 a.m.
A pursuit originating on Briceland Road west of Redway began Sunday night around 10:30 p.m. By 11:17 p.m., the pursuit was southbound on Highway 101 at Bell Springs Road, traveling at 55 mph and approaching Laytonville at 65 mph. Spike strips were deployed. The vehicle briefly turned northbound but then resumed southbound travel near Shamrock … Read more
A vehicle crash late Sunday night in Lucerne caused a power outage. An SUV hit a power pole at Highway 20 and Ogden Road around 11:20 p.m., cutting power to the town. Two women were in the SUV, but injury details are unknown. The vehicle reportedly hit multiple poles, and fire units confirmed downed power … Read more
On Friday, Lake County Sheriff’s deputies found a deceased man around 7 a.m. at a residence on the 12000 block of South State Highway 29, following a reported home invasion. The Sheriff’s Office stated dthe incident was contained, with no public hazard, arrests, or road closures. Deputies remained on scene as the Major Crimes Unit … Read more
Each September, Californians unite for Coastal Cleanup Day, the world’s largest single-day volunteer event. Last year, over 47,000 participated. Saturday, organizers hope to break a record by also hosting the world’s largest scavenger hunt, with over 700 “Trashure Hunts” statewide with a variety of prizes offered.
The Noyo Harbor Festival is Saturday and Sunday from noon-6 PM, at the South Harbor. The festival includes live music, over 30 vendors, the Noyo Center for Marine Sciences’ Open House, and more. A shuttle is available.
Ukiah’s City Council tentatively approved an ordinance to clear homeless encampments, removing the prior shelter requirement but mandating efforts to find housing and prohibiting camping that obstructs public pathways. Vice Mayor Susan Sher emphasized enforcement as a last resort, aiming for voluntary departures. Public opposition fears citations and incarceration, urged the Council to reinstate the … Read more
The Kelseyville Lions Club will host a pancake breakfast fundraiser on Saturday, September 20th, from 8 to 11 a.m. at Kelseyville Presbyterian Church, located onThird St. The event benefits the Lake County Sheriff’s Activity League, which provides free activities to families, run by a dedicated group of volunteers. A full breakfast, including pancakes, eggs, sausage, … Read more
A multi-species fish die-off, that may have started at the beginning of the month is affecting Clear Lake, including shad, hitch, catfish, bluegill, crappie, and bass. A dead 7-foot white sturgeon was also found. Wildlife officials blame low dissolved oxygen from recent heat, lack of wind, no seasonal water turnover, and reduced photosynthesis, with decomposing … Read more