The former Mendocino County Sheriff has endorsed current Sheriff Matt Kendall. Former Sheriff Tom Allman’s letter of endorsement described Kendall as a young deputy and confirmed Kendall’s dedication to the county and its residents.
The pilot of the small plane that crashed recently in Willits is on life support due to head injuries sustained during the crash. Contrary to prior reports, both the pilot and passenger, his girlfriend were injured. The girlfriend suffered internal bleeding and required surgery. The crash was reported to have been at the Eden Valley … Read more
The Clearlake city council will discuss assessments for code enforcement cases, and approve a resolution to call a November election and a police equipment contract at their next meeting tomorrow at 6 pm. The call for an election comes from the fact there are two council seats coming open and the city treasurer’s job is … Read more
Mendocino College graduates were able to walk across the stage and accept their credentials in person this year, the first time since 2019. Due to the pandemic, grads from 2020, 2021, and 2022 were all invited to walk. 219 degrees and certificates were conferred to graduates.
After nearly ten years in office, Barbara Ringen will retire from her position as Treasurer/Tax Collector. With her retirement, Lake County voters will have to choose someone to fill her position. With no one in her office running for the position, the run for the seat is a contested one. Patrick Sullivan, Lake County’s tax … Read more
A plane crash in the hills east of Willits resulted in one person being injured and a small brush fire. A Cal Fire helicopter inspected the side at the scene of the crash at the Eden Valley Airstrip and said the brushfire had been put out. The pilot of the plane was transported to Willits … Read more
MCHC Health, the largest community health organization in Lake and Mendocino counties has announced that Rod Grainger has been appointed its new Chief Executive officer. MCHC has provided healthcare to community members from four sites in Ukiah, Willits, and Lakeport since 1991, expanding from one to four locations in the community. Grainger brings 30 years … Read more
The 11th annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, an event held in more than 700 cities in 1oo countries was this past Sunday in the Ukiah Valley. The riders dress to impress and ride their classic motorcycles to support men’s health. The Ukiah Valley group of 27 riders raised over $12,000 for the Movember Foundation, which raises … Read more
The 11th annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, an event held in more than 700 cities in 1oo countries was this past Sunday in the Ukiah Valley. The riders dress to impress and ride their classic motorcycles to support men’s health. The Ukiah Valley group of 27 riders raised over $12,000 for the Movember Foundation, which raises … Read more
The Lake County Deputy Sheriff’s Association and the Lake County Deputy District Attorneys Association have endorsed incumbent District Attorney Susan Krones after a letter to the editor from competitor Anthony Farrington, stating that Krones had never received any endorsements from law enforcement, which was untrue. Both associations have said that they try to stay neutral … Read more