Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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Recent news

Jury delivers guilty verdict in Willits hit-and-run case

The defendant admitted that he had also previously been convicted of misdemeanor driving on a suspended license in 2018 and 2021.

Midnight traffic stop uncovers loaded gun and drugs in Ukiah

"On the front passenger seat of the vehicle, there was a plastic pencil box containing suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, and oxycodone tablets, commonly referred to as M30s."

Evacuation ordered at Mendocino County offices after bomb threat

“To our knowledge, at this time 17 Counties received the same email from the same sender."

Fort Bragg traffic stop uncovers meth, fentanyl, and brass knuckles

The drugs were found in a "magnetic box affixed to the engine compartment frame."

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The Bright Side

Fort Bragg church serves up Thanksgiving spirit for 28th year

“There is no better place to feel the spirit of Thanksgiving than on the Mendocino Coast, where countless donors and over a 150+ volunteers of various faiths and from all walks of life come together in a heartwarming display of kindness, inclusion and gratitude."

Mendocino County takes the crown as Wine Enthusiast’s 2024 Champion

"Mendocino County, renowned for its vast, rugged landscapes and commitment to organic and regenerative viticulture, has been named America’s Wine Region of the Year for 2024 by Wine Enthusiast magazine."

SFGATE: Ukiah’s Wonder Bakery Thriftshop offers hope in hard times

“This store helps a lot of people who are struggling.”

A Band of Pomo takes on the task of restoring Ukiah Valley creek

Pinoleville Pomo Nation is restoring Ackerman Creek, a vulnerable watershed that runs through their tribal land.

Hundreds of Mendocino and Sonoma County redwoods now protected

“Armstrong Redwoods and Montgomery Woods state reserves are unparalleled treasures in our district, safeguarding some of the world’s tallest trees — coast redwoods that have stood for over 1,000 years."

Prescribed burns planned to restore river and forest health in Northern Mendocino County

Over the next few weeks, the Eel River Recovery Project, local landowners, and CAL FIRE will kick off a 30-acre prescribed burn on lower Tenmile Creek. This burn is part of a larger, multi-year effort to improve forest health across the watershed by reducing understory fuels.

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Health

Mendocino Coast Hospital’s future looking brighter

“I look forward to an enhanced agreement that is a win-win for both entities and the communities we serve.” 

Mendo Coast’s lone hospital reevaluating terms with health care district

"Adventist Health has informed the Mendocino Coast Health Care District (MCHCD) of its desire to restructure the terms of the agreement to provide care for the community."

West Nile Virus Cases Rise in Lake County

"West Nile virus has been found in local mosquitoes, sentinel chickens, and a dead bird from Lake County this year."

Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Launches Community Wellness Survey

"Completing the health needs survey will help shape the strategies and programs that address our area’s most pressing health issues."

Drought

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Community Events

Get your art seen and sold at Ukiah’s ‘Small Works’ exhibition

"Coinciding with the onset of the holiday shopping season, this non-traditional art show will feature works of all mediums priced at $200 or less. All sales are “cash and carry,” meaning purchasers will get to take the piece with them when they buy it. The goal is to close the gallery with empty walls."

Experience the power of light through dance at Mendocino College

”We found that light in its many meanings reverberates through our lives. Working alongside the dark, light manifests color and form. Light warms us, illuminating the colorful threads of our lives, living without and within us.”

Betting big on student travel: Willits Charter Club’s Poker Night kicks off Nov. 9

The Willits Charter School Travel Club, dedicated to providing students with opportunities to explore new places and gain educational travel experiences, will host its inaugural Poker Tournament on Thursday, Nov. 9.
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MendoMoments

MendoMoments: A Wake of Vultures Feast on a Carcass

Vultures are a prime example of the wonderful world of collective nouns within the animal kingdom. As per ConservationAfrica.net, a group of vultures while perched in a tree can be called a "committee," a "venue," or sometimes a "volt." When vultures are feeding on a carcass, they are referred to as a "wake."

MendoMoments: Lake Mendocino Through the Lens of a Newcomer

Linda Schupp told us she began documenting Lake Mendocino last fall and several occasions since. The drama of a cloudy day is evident in several of the photographs, especially when juxtaposed to her pictures of a bluebird day on the lake. She said her photographs "tell a story of the drought we are experiencing now."

MendoMoments: Thunderheads Gather Above the Mayacama Mountains

In the spirit of capturing moments worth remembering, MendoFever will now feature MendoMoments, a column dedicated to showcasing the land, animals, and people that make up Mendocino County. All Mendocino County residents and visitors are invited to participate. Send photographs to matthewplafever@gmail.com including a description of what your photograph depicts, where it was taken, and any other important details.
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Education

Fort Bragg schools celebrate farm-to-school month

"Our district’s farm-to-school program plays a critical role in teaching our students the value of healthy food and sustainable agriculture."

Elect Jim Gagnon: A fresh start for Mendocino Unified School District—Letter to the Editor

"He is well-informed on the issues facing our schools—ranging from infrastructure challenges and budgetary concerns to the lack of communication and community engagement from the current board."

Veteran trustees step down, ushering in change on Mendocino County Office of Ed Board

"This year, the Mendocino County Board of Education bids farewell to two dedicated trustees who have made lasting contributions to the county’s educational community."

Events

First atmospheric river of the season set to soak Mendocino County

The first atmospheric river of the season is barreling toward Mendocino County, promising heavy rain, fierce winds, and potential flooding.

High Fire Risk Sunday: Mendocino County Under Red Flag Warning

"Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly."

Ukiah Matches Century-Old Temperature Records Amid Heat Wave

On July 2, the temperature reached 110 degrees Fahrenheit, matching the record set in 1924. On July 3, the thermometer climbed to 112 degrees, equaling the high set in 1931.

Record-Breaking Heat Expected in Mendocino County

"Keep in close contact with family, friends and neighbors, especially those who have preexisting medical conditions or work outdoors. It’s important to remind one another to seek shade, drink water and get medical assistance if signs of heat fatigue become visible.”
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