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At Least One Person Injured in a Fleeing Driver Accident on Tomki Road. A fleeing driver accident near Fort Bragg on November 21 caused at least one injury. The crash happened along Tomki Road around 1:49 a.m. when a woman phoned the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to report that a female had been struck in a hit-and-run. The Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office reported that the woman had been transported to Adventist Health Ukiah Valley in Fort Bragg.

Nannie Escola, one of the first chroniclers of Mendocino Coast lore, left the Kelley House notebooks full of newspaper clippings and her handwritten notes about local happenings. What follows are some tidbits of interest about Comptche, 12 miles inland, gleaned from those three-ring binders. In the fall of 1884, Newman...

Everyone is invited to attend a Candidate Forum to become acquainted with the contenders running to represent both the 1st and 2nd Districts on the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors. The Forum will be held on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 6 p.m. at the Ukiah Civic Center located at 300 Seminary Ave.

In a recent advisory issued by the National Weather Service, coastal areas spanning Del Norte, Northern Humboldt, Southwestern Humboldt, and Mendocino Counties are under a Beach Hazards Statement from 4 AM PST Monday through late Monday night.

The Emerald Triangle, a picturesque region in Northern California comprising Humboldt, Trinity, and Mendocino counties, has long been renowned for its lush landscapes and, unfortunately, a dark underbelly associated with illegal cannabis cultivation. Within this verdant expanse lies a section that has garnered a chilling reputation - "Murder Mountain." This article delves into the detailed and chronological history of the Emerald Triangle and the shadows cast by "Murder Mountain," exploring both true and unsolved crimes that have left an indelible mark on this enigmatic area.

Last updated 3:06 p.m. on December 4, 2023. MENDOCINO Co. 11/25/23 – The holiday season is here, meaning festivities abound throughout Mendocino County. This month you can show off your artsy skills with Christmas crafts, enjoy wondrous light displays, snap a selfie with Santa, share a meal with your neighbors, or even sing holiday songs at karaoke. There’s no shortage of fun over the holidays. Looking for shopping markets and pop-ups? Check out our round-up here.

SHERIFF’S REPORTSThe following were compiled from reports prepared by the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office:. DUI: Raymond D. Britton, 41, of Willits, was booked at county jail Nov. 27 on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested by the California Highway Patrol. DUI: Alejandro CruzRuiz,...

The lighthouse was established in 1868 north of its current location in Shelter Cove, on Cape Mendocino. The need for a lighthouse at Cape Mendocino was driven by the treacherous conditions of the surrounding waters, known for dense fog, rocky shores, and unpredictable currents. The original lighthouse, a wooden structure standing 43 feet tall, was built to guide ships safely along the dangerous Cape Mendocino coastline.

It was October of 1999 when California's Attorney General made national news by announcing that marijuana cops had racked up a record haul of marijuana from Mendocino County gardens. The Attorney General's triumphant press release even went so far as to calculate the number of joints that might have been rolled out of the confiscated pot plants, arousing suspicions among the cannabis-savvy that a heartbroken toker had composed the AG's announcement.

MENDOCINO Co., 12/4/23 – It’s another great week of live music in Mendocino County! Holiday events are denoted by the ☃️emoji. Submit your upcoming music events by each Sunday for the Setlist to [email protected]. Monday, December 4. Live jazz music – The Mendocino Jazz Society...

The holidays are in full swing, and nothing feels better than shopping locally during the season of giving. Here’s our round-up of holiday markets and pop-ups happening throughout the county. We’ll be updating this article regularly, so check back often! Did we miss something? Email [email protected] to add your event.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around willits..

Two incidents occurred in Laytonville, California this week. In the first incident, a driver was killed when their Cadillac SUV veered off Highway 101 and crashed into a tree. The second incident involved an elderly man who went missing after going for a walk near Wilderness Lodge Road. Search and rescue operations are currently underway to locate him.

…Public Advocates, a statewide public interest, civil rights law firm and advocacy organization, wrote to 15 school districts* who failed to submit critical assignment and credentialing information on their teachers. The letter warned them of their obligation to provide and certify these numbers in the state’s educational data system and provided the updated consequences if they continue to fail to certify their data in accordance with the California Department of Education’s (CDE) deadlines.

California law restricts preschools from expelling kids, yet an increase in behavioral problems since the pandemic is proving a big challenge for teachers.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Monday is $3.242, a week ago the price is $3.250 , according to AAA.

Two incidents occurred in Mendocino County, California this week. In the first incident, a boating accident at Pudding Creek resulted in a man being airlifted to Santa Rosa Memorial. His wife reported that their pug, Priya, was on the boat and is now missing. In the second incident, a man fell to his death off a cliff near Point Arena while walking his dog. Despite attempts to resuscitate him, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

California's Attorney General, Rob Bonta, announced the arrest of murder suspect Justin Bolton. Bolton is implicated in the death of Wendy Pullins in Mariposa, California. Investigators located him on November 9, 2023, in Willits, California. Pullins, reported missing in 2022, had her case reclassified as a homicide in 2023.

For over 10 years Laytonville’s Foster’s Ranch Market has ushered in the holiday season with a Christmas tree prominently displayed at their storefront. In the early morning of November 29, 2023, surveillance footage captured a true-to-life Grinch approaching the business, snatching up their festive yule-tree, and making off with it into the night. Law enforcement is now investigating.

MENDOCINO CO., 11/30/23 — Winter shelters for the homeless have opened around Northern California or will open by Dec. 1. The City of Fort Bragg, which used to operate a winter shelter program open to all through the local churches and the Hospitality Center, now offers only an “Extreme Weather Shelter” program, operated by the police department. Fort Bragg Police Chief Neil Cervenka emphasizes there is a big difference between an extreme weather-only shelter and a full-time winter shelter. The Emergency Weather Shelter only opens when it is triggered by the weather — and it’s not open to all. Outsiders usually get one night of services, and then the police-run Crisis Response Unit (CRU) tries to get them back home.