The Lake County Board of Supervisors added more funding to hunger relief efforts, totaling $140,000 since November 4th. The funding addresses “unprecedented demand” from the recent federal shutdown. The county, partnering with Redwood Empire Food Bank, has already spent $70,000 on food, $9,500 on MREs, and $500 on bus passes. Officials are concerned about a … Read more
The Lakeport Library will close for the entire month of December 2025 for the installation of a new fire suppression system, funded by the California State Library’s Building Forward Grant. The library is scheduled to fully reopen in January 2026. During the closure, limited core services will be available, including the online library which is … Read more
Fort Bragg aims to curb abandoned commercial properties with a new ordinance, proposed by City Manager Isaac Whippy earlier in the month. Owners of commercial properties vacant for over 90 days must register within 30 days and post contact information; non-compliance will incur fees. Whippy calls the new ordinance essential to Fort Bragg’s 2024-25 revitalization … Read more
Barbara Burkey is Point Arena’s new mayor, appointed unanimously by the City Council to serve through December 2026 after a nomination by Councilmember Jeff Hansen at Tuesday’s meeting. Former Mayor Anna Dobbins, who resigned in September due to health but remains on the council, endorsed Burkey, noting her dedication and popularity. The mayor guides meetings … Read more
A DUI and hit-and-run crash at Xabatin Park on Wednesday resulted in a felony arrest. Lakeport Police responded to the 3:21 p.m. collision, which escalated into a verbal fight. The suspect fled but was quickly located nearby. Field sobriety and breath tests led to the driver’s arrest for felony DUI, felony hit-and-run, and driving without … Read more
Ukiah City Council will debate a new street vendor ordinance, today,Wednesday to comply with California’s 2018 Senate Bill 946. The ordinance outlines several guidelines to ensure that street vendors operate properly within the city of Ukiah.
A vehicle plunged off the roadway near Navarro Point Preserve late Monday morning, triggering a multi-agency search-and-rescue operation. Reported at 10:29 a.m., callers described a vehicle over a cliff south of the preserve, estimated to be 100 feet down. Responders were uncertain if anyone was inside. Albion Fire, CAL FIRE, and CHP arrived after 10:50 … Read more
On Monday, Mendocino County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated a commercial burglary at Redwood Market in Covelo. A suspicious vehicle near the scene led to the identification of suspects Doran Lincoln, William Davis, and Orion Dennis. A search warrant recovered evidence. The three were then linked to a second commercial burglary at Keith’s Market in Covelo. All … Read more
The Clearlake City Council will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, the 20th and will hear a staff proposal to take back the city’s authority regarding governance of the Lake County Sanitation District. The council will also hold an update and discussion on the city’s fire hydrant inspection, testing and maintenance ordinance, and will discuss and … Read more
Amid funding uncertainty for food programs, the Little Lake Grange in Willits will host an “emergency town hall” Saturday to address local food security and answer community questions. The event will feature local organizations and county representatives. The meeting is at the Little Lake Grange in Willits, starting at 11 a.m. A food bank donation … Read more