Prior to Nevedal, three ag commissioners, three cannabis program managers, and a Planning and Building Director also tried and failed to administer the cannabis ordinance.
Press release from the Mendocino County Sheriff's Department:
The Sheriff's Office is currently investigating the reported disappearance of Riley Hsieh who had last spoken with...
"In the same grocery bag that the shotgun was located sticking out of, was a green metal ammunition container. Inside of the container was a box of Winchester .40 caliber pistol ammunition containing 100 live rounds."
"During the investigation, a large, sophisticated chemical manufacturing laboratory was located in the Middletown area. The laboratory was using very volatile, combustible, and highly flammable chemicals for manufacturing concentrated marijuana, commonly referred to as hash oil."
"He was able to free himself, utilizing the medical shears and began chasing medical staff around the ambulance while brandishing the shears in a threatening manner."
Chief Orsi learned from the home's owners they had purchased the property within the last year and had set to revamp it. He said the wiring was likely not up to code for many years installed by earlier residents.
A barn is engulfed in flames at Albion's Salmon Creek Farms this afternoon and there are reports of explosions and the possibility of spreading to other structures.
Covelo's Round Valley Indian Health Center is on fire this evening and firefighters on the scene are calling for mutual aid from nearby agencies as crews enter the structure to attack the flames
"While I’m not sure of this young woman’s next steps, I can say that I’m beyond moved at the work that County Mental Health and our Law Enforcement have been able to come to in their collaboration."
“We are so fortunate to have a program like this in our community—one that not only prepares our young community members for a bright future, but also generously contributes to a brighter today for our friends and neighbors."
"As we plan our gardens this spring we should strive to be good stewards of Mother Earth and utilize the best eco-friendly practices that will provide the healthiest food with the biggest yields."
"Due to the roadway conditions, the driver was unable to maintain control of the vehicle and veered out of control, into the northbound lanes of US-101 directly into the path of a silver Hyundai, traveling northbound on US-101 at the time."
Prior to Nevedal, three ag commissioners, three cannabis program managers, and a Planning and Building Director also tried and failed to administer the cannabis ordinance.
Five county departments are projected to come in at more than $200,000 over budget. The mid-year report notes that the Cannabis Department is in the lead by far, with projections of being over budget by $662,000,
"It is my belief that collectively we cannot solve our problems until we recognize our inadequacies, identify plans that are not working, and start making concrete decisions that result in evident change."
"In 2022 a pregnant mountain lion who was struck by a car and killed in Southern California had tested positive for rodenticide and so did her four unborn kittens."
We asked the Brooktrails resident if he would contact Fish and Wildlife to report what many would describe as human-wildlife conflict. He replied, "He is just a hormonal teenager and doing what bears do.”
Prior to Nevedal, three ag commissioners, three cannabis program managers, and a Planning and Building Director also tried and failed to administer the cannabis ordinance.
"During the investigation, a large, sophisticated chemical manufacturing laboratory was located in the Middletown area. The laboratory was using very volatile, combustible, and highly flammable chemicals for manufacturing concentrated marijuana, commonly referred to as hash oil."
Five county departments are projected to come in at more than $200,000 over budget. The mid-year report notes that the Cannabis Department is in the lead by far, with projections of being over budget by $662,000,
"Specifically, FEMA is authorized to identify, mobilize, and provide at its discretion, equipment and resources necessary to alleviate the impacts of the emergency."
Mendocino County residents that live about 1,000' should prepare for the possibility that the same roadways crews worked diligently to clear today could once again be closed tomorrow morning.
The winter weather wallops continue. Forecasts indicate Mendocino, Humboldt, Trinity, and Lake Counties will be pummeled by at least two more winter systems bearing down from the Gulf of Alaska in the upcoming days.
"MCOG is seeking input from countywide residents on where these chargers should be placed, since many households work, shop, or attend school in the greater Ukiah area."
"City Manager Paul Andersen said the wastewater treatment plant, City hall, the Coastal Seniors programs, city street lights and the hoist at the Point Arena pier all will now operate on clean electricity through a program called EverGreen."
"Members of the Tribe’s natural resources department will work with a team from UC Berkeley to remove non-native Sacramento pikeminnow, which prey on juvenile native fish, and will track juvenile salmon to learn how much time they spend in the South Fork Eel on their migration downstream to the Pacific Ocean."
“With recreational marijuana use becoming legal in more states, we need better data because patients are interested in understanding the risk of cannabis use in pregnancy so they can make an informed decision.”
“Critical access hospitals provide care to Californians who live in more remote areas and they have real challenges finding enough physicians to adequate staff their hospitals."
"The State of California has billions of dollars available for water infrastructure. The new rules put a tremendous burden on the county and farmers. Will the state provide funding for any of this?"
"A third consecutive year of below-average rainfall in the Russian River watershed has left the region’s two primary water storage reservoirs, Lake Sonoma and Lake Mendocino, near historic lows."
The quiet crisis building in the background of our Mendocino County lives is water. Sometimes a couple of photographs can tell the story better than any reporter could.
"Possers, stereoscopes, and graphophones? At one time, each of these gadgets was an invention – the latest and greatest item, and one everyone wanted to own."
“Our preference, of course, would have been to repurpose the existing building for something related to healthcare. But we couldn’t find someone who was interested in the existing facility…we just felt as though this was the most logical next steps..."
“Ancient sentinels of a passing era. Their roots are entwined about the hearts of many who linger here and in the memories of the days of their youth consider them as friends of that happy time.”
"The homey tales and enticing recipes of Philo’s Apple Farm are part of Six California Kitchens as well as the inspiration for the Mendocino County Library choosing it as this year’s Mendocino County Reads book."
"As part of the lead-up to this exciting event, the producers are taking the opportunity during Women’s History Month to shine a spotlight on the many strong women who are involved on the stage and behind the scenes."
They stumbled on a little shack, festooned with vines, door ajar, windows dusty with time. Miltmore said, "There was something enchanting about this beautiful, yet run-down little building, sitting just a little off of the main road."
Seth Garcia found himself lost in the circuitous roads of Brooktrails yesterday evening when he looked up and beheld a sight. He was inspired to grab his camera and take a picture because he "liked how the road was windy and the sun was setting perfectly in between the trees."
This traveler crossed into the liminal space of root and rock and ridge and emerged forever changed. His experience cannot be authenticated. There are no photographs, videos, or corroborators. The only mark of those moments is a man forever trying to explain the unexplainable.
Coast Guard Seaman Brad Roddy based at the Coast Guard Lighthouse Station in Point Arena claimed to see an object that "had a red-body light with a whitish light or glow on one end" and watched a "weird cloud formation" form around it.
Far-flung residents of Mendocino County throw around “way out there” and “up in the hills". Nothing says we live on the frontier like being on the edge of Bigfoot Country.
"With the reduced crew size the department cannot provide the services the public expects. Crews will make every effort to fill the worst of the worst potholes as soon as possible."
"Caltrans says it’s about safety. The truth is, Caltrans’ goal is to build, piece by piece, a straighter, faster Highway 1 from Navarro Grade to Dark Gulch — a mini freeway pointed straight at Caltrans’ proposed demolition of the historic Albion River Bridge."
"As a finalist, Swehla will receive a $500 cash prize and be recognized on stage at the 95th Annual State FFA Leadership Conference in Ontario later this week"
“As a parent, I'm always looking for fun activities to do with my children, and the Science Fair’s S.T.E.A.M. Expo is the perfect activity for families to enjoy together."
"The RCHDC was the only eligible entity that responded to the District’s Notice of Offer to Sell Surplus Property during the window that opened on December 18th, 2022, and closed on February 16th, 2023."
Instagram, at its core puts photography front and center, which we admire and look forward to the platform showcasing the images we painstakingly seek out to bring our stories to life.
"In Mendocino County, coastal residents experienced extensive power outages, downed trees, property damage, and loss of life. In Willits, a dangerous sinkhole opened at a culvert in front of Creekside Cabins & RV Resort, forcing the relocation of over 60 residents."
"This arrest is the result of the determination of our investigators and reflects our faithful commitment to pursuing justice for victims of violent crimes and their families."
Khadijah Britton's grandfather hopes the Feather Alert system could bring someone home in the future. But, the notification system seemed trivial knowing with each passing day, his granddaughter’s case grows cold.
"The first evidence pointed to a home invasion, in the nearly two decades since then, the shifting eye of suspicion has landed on everyone from law enforcement to loved ones."
Khadijah Britton went missing over four-and-a-half years ago. During that time, Negie Fallis, the man law enforcement suspects made her disappear, has spent nearly two-and-a-half years behind bars. Fallis has managed to elude criminal prosecution for his suspected role in the disappearance of Khadijah.
Instead of returning home, 23-year-old Miranda woman Theresa Walsh was killed by an unknown suspect. Instead of getting to hold her son again, Walsh would become one of six women who fell into the web of a predator stalking and preying upon the young women of Sonoma County.
"They arrive at dusk and leave at first light...unless they hear Ravens. Then they become silent and wait inside until the danger has passed over them."