Calpella Woman Arrested for Car Theft

A Calpella woman was arrested last week on suspicion of car theft after cameras recorded her driving the stolen vehicle. Three females and one male were detained during a traffic stop. The driver, Hailey L. Riley was arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle and three outstanding warrants out of Lake County.

Lake County Board of Supervisors to Meet on Tuesday

At its meeting tomorrow at 9 am, the Lake County Board of Supervisors will interview candidates for two open department head positions, the directors of Social Services and Water Resources. The board will consider the second amendment to an agreement between the county of Lake and Community Behavioral Health for specialty mental health services for … Read more

City of Lakeport’s Clean-Up Day A Success

During the City of Lakeport’s last Clean-Up day at the end of March, more than 14,000 pounds of unwanted materials were collected, including household trash, appliances, electronics, and mixed recyclables. Since 2017, the cleanup, sponsored by the City of Lakeport and Lakeport Disposal, Inc. has diverted more than 20,000 pounds of recyclables from the county … Read more

Anonymous Letter Leads to Illegal Weapons Bust

An anonymous letter alleging domestic violence against a Ukiah has resulted in that man’s arrest for possession of a cache of illegal firearms. The letter, sent to the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors stated that Blake Cox assaulted his 20-year-old wife while she was holding their small child. An investigation was begun and after Cox … Read more

Freeze WATCH In Effect Through Saturday Morning

A freeze watch is in effect through Saturday morning for the Southeastern interior of Mendocino County, including Hopland, Talmage, Redwood Valley, Calpella, and Ukiah. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops and other tender vegetation. Take steps to cover tender plants.

One of Ukiah’s Favorite Outdoor Spots Getting Facelift

A favorite spot in Ukiah will be undergoing an upgrade. Todd Grove Park’s barbeque area will be getting a substantial facelift starting Monday. A complete tear-out and revamp of the barbeque area is slated, with 18 brand new picnic tables, a 30’x30’ shade structure, five state-of-the-art barbeques, and two prep tables. The upgrades will take … Read more