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Recent news

Suspect allegedly targets deputies during Ukiah DUI chase

The suspect allegedly "accelerated toward the Deputies ultimately driving between them and speeding away."

Juvenile and Hopland man arrested in violent Santa Rosa traffic stop, officers injured

Despite the altercation, officers successfully detained the juvenile, who was found in possession of a loaded .45 caliber Glock 19 handgun and brass knuckles, according to the press release.

Willits man accused of decade-long sexual abuse 

Investigators believe there may be additional victims of abuse.

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.

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The Bright Side

Holiday Heroes: MCOE and community unite to support homeless students

"Now in its eighth year, this initiative has grown to serve over 300 students across Mendocino County annually, providing gifts and a sense of community and care during a challenging time of year for many."

Round Valley secures major funding for 18 new tribal homes

Members of the Round Valley Indian Tribes face significant housing shortages, with many enduring substandard living conditions.

Rolling into Fun: Skate nights expand to Point Arena

“Skate Night is all about community, fun, and staying active."

Dungeness crab season stalled in Sonoma and Mendocino due to whale migration

"Given the high abundance of whales and entanglements that have occurred this year, CDFW will assess entanglement risk again in early December."

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."

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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."

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Community Events

Fire for Forest Health: Laytonville workshop teaches sustainable burning methods

"Burning these piles will start to reduce the backlog of fuel loading so that prescribed broadcast burning can happen safely in the area in the future."

Savor the Season: Good Farm Fund hosts annual winter feast in Willits

The following is a press release from the Good Farm Fund: The Good Farm Fund is hosting its 8th Annual Winter Feast on Tuesday, December...

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."
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MendoMoments

Check Out This Drone Footage of the Russian River in Hopland Swollen From Recent Rains

A recent rain event inundated the North Coast and a Mendocino County amateur drone photographer managed to capture footage of the Hopland stretch of the Russian River that demonstrated how saturated the storms left the landscape.

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.

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."
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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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