Last week, local politicians, hospital administrators, non-profits, and concerned citizens came together to discuss the future of the Adventist Health Hospital in Fort Bragg. At issue is a law that requires hospitals to be capable by 2030, of surviving and providing care after an earthquake. Currently, the buildings that make up the coast hospital … Read more
The State Office of Emergency Services has reported that the cleanup of properties affected by the Cache Fire in Clearlake has been finished. The remains of 78 homes and properties in the county whose owners enrolled in the Debris Removal Program have all been cleared, as well as 19 properties in Mendocino County affected by … Read more
The Lake County Board of Supervisors has approved County Superintendent Brock Falkenburg’s request to consolidate a special election for a seat on the Middletown Unified School District Board with the state primary in June. The special election was precipitated after a group of community members challenged the appointment of Annette Lee. The Middletown Unified board … Read more
The Executive Director of the Mendocino Theatre has decided to step down in June. Pamela W. Allen announced on Monday that she will be stepping down after almost seven years in the position. During her tenure, the company launched over 30 mainstage productions, readings and special events, including the regional premieres of two award winning … Read more
The Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians has asked Governor Gavin Newsome to engage in government to government consultations for Tribal-State co-management of the Jackson Demonstration State Forest, which is located on the tribe’s ancestral lands. The request is based on a new state policy that declares that in the spirit of truth and healing … Read more
The Ukiah Police Department is inviting residents to participate in the Security Camera Registry Program. UPD is working to compile a list of businesses and residents who have privately owned security cameras systems that keep video records to help enhance crime preventi0n and public safety. The goal of the program is to form a network … Read more
Although the number of cases of COVID-19 in Mendocino County are dropping, Public Health Officer Dr. Andy Coren continues to urge residents to be vigilant and remember that the pandemic is not over. Coren said the case rate in the county has begun to fall however, the number of residents testing positive with home tests … Read more
One of Lake County’s own has received a national award. Erica Boomer, who teaches agriculture and is the FFA advisor at Upper Lake High School was recently given one of five 2021 Cariston Family Foundation Outstanding Teachers of America Awards. Boomer has been teaching for 16 years and previously was named California Teacher of the … Read more
PG&E has announced that although the company plans on restoring the hydroelectric plant in Mendocino County to working order, the repairs could take years to complete. The timeframe is of concern since the plant diverts water from the Eel River to conduct electricity, the amount of water that flows into Lake Mendocino and the Russian … Read more
The Lake County Board of Supervisors will meet tomorrow at 9 am to discuss budget adjustments and an agreement regarding an affordable housing project on Collier Avenue in Nice. Supervisor Bruno Sabatier is asking for direction on an audit of financial activity connected to the loan and loan forgiveness for the project. The board is … Read more