Federal funding cuts initiated by the current administration have severely impacted the Mendocino Food Network and Fort Bragg Food Bank, despite state efforts. Distribution cuts, quantity limits, and job losses are affecting over 14,500 families. The Fort Bragg City Council has helped, giving the network $58,000. Amanda Friscia, Executive Director of the Mendo Food Network, … Read more
Saturday afternoon, a residence in the 1400 block of Fawnwood Drive, west of Vichy Springs and east of 101 in Mendocino County, caught fire, with flames quickly spreading to surrounding vegetation. By 2 p.m., the house was fully engulfed. While spot fires ignited nearby due to embers, firefighters largely contained the blaze to the home … Read more
The California Coastal Commission is holding three days of hearings in Fort Bragg at Town Hall. The hearings start on Wednesday. Find the full agenda for the hearings at coastal.ca.gov/meetings.
The Clearlake Senior Center received a $20,000 AT&T grant to fund digital literacy training, tech support, and technology access for seniors. The grant, presented by AT&T’s Donna Adams, will support activities to bridge the digital divide, including classes on basic computer skills and internet navigation to help older adults perform essential tasks, connect with loved … Read more
Tomorrow, the Lake County Board of Supervisors will meet at 9 a.m. Key agenda items include swearing in Dr. Robert S. Bernstein as the new Public Health officer, commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Valley Fire, and considering a $1 million increase for the Cobb road project. A second reading for the Guenoc Valley Zoning … Read more
From Sept. 9-12, Lakeport will conduct a random housing conditions survey through its contractor, Adams Ashby Group Inc. Staff will review home exteriors from public rights-of-way only, not entering private property. The survey aims to document housing conditions, identify homes needing rehabilitation, and help the city seek future housing rehabilitation funding.
Covelo residents Iran Lee Hoaglen III, 43, and Lawrence Allen Joaquin, 37, were sentenced for the unprovoked murder of an agricultural worker in 2023. Hoaglen received 25 years to life for first-degree murder, having wielded the hatchet. He was on parole at the time of the murder. Joaquin was sentenced to 17 years for voluntary … Read more
The Ukiah City Council has postponed a remodel bid vote for the former Bank of America building to September 17 due to a protest. Cupples and Son Construction Inc., the second-lowest bidder, protested DMR Builders’ low bid, claiming DMR failed to list roofing and painting subcontractors. The item was continued to the next meeting on … Read more
The Clearlake City Council unanimously approved a new rental inspection ordinance to improve renter conditions, prompted by a 2019 carbon monoxide incident. The updated ordinance, revised over six months with Realtor input, shifts inspection authority to the building department, includes phased inspections, self-certification, and clarifies responsibilities. The council voted 5-0 to approve, with a promise … Read more
Advisory signs were recently posted at Lake Mendocino after low concentrations of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) were detected. While current levels don’t pose a significant health risk, officials advise awareness of potential symptoms like skin irritation, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea if in contact with the water.