The man accused of shooting and killing another in Library Park in downtown Lakeport was back in court on Tuesday and entered a not guilty plea in the death of 32-year-old Vicente Zeta Colacion. Joshua Jacob Tovar, 33, appeared to enter pleas on charges of homicide, assault with a firearm, in this case, a handgun; … Read more
A flood watch is in effect from this evening through Thursday afternoon for Lake and Southern Mendocino Counties. There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban … Read more
At its last meeting, the Ukiah Valley Water Authority Executive Committee undertook some major financial changes, standardizing fees across the member agencies of the group, . The board also discussed a five year rate study, major infrastructure funding and moving all customers to the Water Authority’s billing system. The new fee system will include using … Read more
The Lake County General Plan Advisory Committee meets on Thursday and the meeting will be held in hybrid form, in person or via Zoom. The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive project updates and then review and provide comments on the draft general plan land use map. Public comment will also be heard. For more … Read more
As more rain is expected in the area through at least Friday, Mendocino County is preparing for mild flooding, especially in the area along the Russian River in Hopland. Through Friday morning, up to three inches of rain is expected. The Mendocino Coast is also expected to see a good deal of rain.
The Kelseyville Unified School District Board of Trustees has three new members. Sabrina Andrus, Mike Brown and Weston Seifert join trustees Gilbert Rangel, current board president, who has served since December 2020, and Rick Winer, former board president, who has served since 2001.
The first Pet Fix Spay and Neuter clinic held from January 31st to the 2nd of this month provided services to 203 animals. Pet Fix is a volunteer-driven partnership between the Clearlake Animal Association, Dogwood Animal Rescue, and SPCA of Lake County. More information on upcoming clinics can be found on the Pet Fix-Lake County … Read more
Mendocino County has divested $3 million from the Royal Bank of Canada following a request from the group Mendocino County for Ethical Investing. According to Mendocino Public Broadcasting, the group presented evidence that the Royal Bank of Canada is a significant investor in industries that contribute to climate change and global conflict, which is counter … Read more
The Mendocino County Board of Supervisors meets Tuesday morning at 9 and will discuss whether to allow low-intensity camping in the county as a new type of “transient habitation”. Supervisors will discuss the possibility of a limited number of short-term commercial campsites on properties within the inland areas of the county.
The Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee meets Wednesday at 7:30 am and will hear economic updates, the city’s economic development strategy plan, and the Business Walk presentation to the Lakeport City Council. LEDAC will also review progress on the city goals for the fiscal year 2024-2025, with a discussion on next year’s goals.