In early December, Ukiah Police Department Detectives launched a narcotics and illegal firearm investigation targeting convicted felon and gang affiliate Armando Garcia-Barrera. A search warrant executed last resulted in the seizure of narcotics, found evidence of drug trafficking, and eight firearms, including three illegal short-barreled AR-15 style assault rifles, two stolen .45 caliber pistols, and … Read more
Cal Fire is allocating $62.7 million for 84 local wildfire prevention projects statewide, including two in southern Lake County. The South Lake County Fire Protection District is one recipient, receiving $847,654.40 for phase two of the Middletown and Cobb community evacuation routes project. This funding will improve evacuation routes and control lines by removing hazardous … Read more
The Mendocino Ballet celebrates the 40th anniversary of “The Nutcracker,” opening this Friday, at Mendocino College Center Theater. Director/choreographer Esther Hansen will be directing the show for her first time. Performances are at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 19-20, with 2 p.m. matinees Saturday and Sunday. Find more information on the Mendocino Ballet Facebook … Read more
The Upper Lake Unified School District and the Upper Lake Employees Association (ULEA) have declared a stalemate in contract negotiations, with ULEA members authorizing a potential strike. Talks stalled over teacher pay, safety, and special education class sizes. ULEA says it is “prepared to take lawful action.” Both sides await mediation.
Early Thursday morning, Art director Scott Bartholomew, spotted a large mountain lion crossing his driveway on his Google Nest Cam a mile up Little Lake Road from Mendocino, a mile up Little Lake Road from Mendocino. Though shy and mainly hunting deer across huge ranges, mountain lions sometimes approach developed areas.
The Kiwanis Club of Lakeport will host its free, fourth annual Lakeport Blizzard at Library Park next Monday, the 22nd, at 6 p.m. This beloved tradition brings holiday magic, lights, music, and “real snow” to downtown Lakeport, transforming the Library Park Gazebo into a winter scene. Attendees should bring warm clothing, cameras, and holiday spirit.
The early December dry spell is expected to end as a series of weather systems move over the region. The National Weather Service says wetter weather will return starting today, bringing light to moderate rain and wind along the North Coast early next week. A break in the weather is expected on Wednesday, followed by … Read more
Northern California’s red abalone diving ban, implemented in 2018 following an 80% population decline, is extended until at least 2036. The collapse was caused by red tide, a marine heat wave, and sea urchins destroying kelp. Due to the lack of population recovery, poaching issues, and over $550,000 in lost survey revenue, the CDFW continues … Read more
The California Transportation Commission approved $1.1 billion for zero-emission buses, charging stations, infrastructure, bridge restoration, highway safety, and local street mobility in the state. The funds support Gov. Newsom’s infrastructure agenda, enhancing safety and climate resilience for a modern, sustainable transportation system. The investment includes $340,000 for slide removal on Route 175 in Lake County. … Read more
Coho salmon have naturally reproduced in the upper Russian River basin, traveling over 90 miles upstream for the first time in more than 30 years. The sighting of juvenile salmon in Ackerman Creek near Ukiah is promising, attributed to habitat improvements, favorable ocean conditions, and recent wet years. Despite declines since the 1940s, current effortssuggest … Read more