LATEST STORIES
Man killed in solo-vehicle crash on Highway 1 near Point Arena
The driver, a Gualala resident, was pronounced dead at the scene after his northbound pickup left the roadway and struck a tree south of Point Arena, authorities said.
Winter storm warning continues Tuesday as hail, snow hit Mendocino, Lake counties
Additional snow up to 8 inches above 2,500 feet, 40 mph gusts and small hail could impact travel through Wednesday
Indian Health Service to phase out use of dental fillings containing mercury by 2027
The federal agency says the move reflects growing environmental and health concerns about mercury exposure among Native patients.
A Mendocino institution evolves in new Café Beaujolais cookbook
Julian Lopez’s “The New Café Beaujolais Cookbook” blends longtime favorites from Margaret Fox with updated recipes that reflect the restaurant’s next chapter.
Point Arena City Council weighs General Plan changes Tuesday over sea level rise
The amendment would incorporate sea level rise policies into the city’s General Plan, guiding future development and adaptation efforts in Arena Cove.
Sea Ranch event to celebrate life, work of Native American activist John Trudell
Documentary screening will mark Shindig Social Club’s third anniversary and highlight the legacy of the Alcatraz occupation leader.
Linda Pacini Pitelka, Ukiah native and historian, dies at 78
Beloved spouse, mother and professor remembered for her scholarship, love of film and lifelong devotion to books and ideas.
The Mendocino Setlist: February 16-22, 2026
Your weekly guide to upcoming music events in Mendocino County.
MendoParks to manage Adopt-A-Beach program along Mendocino Coast
The nonprofit will coordinate up to three volunteer cleanups annually as part of the California Coastal Commission program.
A power outage can turn dangerous fast. Here’s how to prepare
Experts say planning ahead can help people stay safe during power outages caused by storms, heat or wildfires.
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FEATURED STORIES
Redwood Valley group seeks to turn closed school into youth recreation center
The proposal would lease—and eventually purchase—the former Redwood Valley Elementary School campus to expand activities for local children.
New fire engines boost rural response in Mendocino, Humboldt counties
State funding secured by state Sen. Mike McGuire delivered 10 new Type 6 fire trucks to volunteer departments facing aging equipment and growing wildfire risk.
New CNA program in Ukiah offers training to adults and high schoolers
Mendocino County’s Medical Pathways program has a new building—and new courses—that train residents for careers in healthcare.
ARTS & CULTURE
The Mendocino Setlist: February 16-22, 2026
Your weekly guide to upcoming music events in Mendocino County.
Mendocino County youth invited to submit artwork for Medium Art Center show
The fifth annual exhibition welcomes artists 18 and under; deadline is Feb. 15.
Mendocino County names two Youth Poet Laureates for 2026–28
High school students from Point Arena and Ukiah were selected to serve as cultural ambassadors for poetry across the county.
Wild & Scenic Film Festival returns to Fort Bragg and Willits
Two screenings will feature short films highlighting environmental stewardship, conservation and community action, with proceeds benefiting Mendocino Land Trust.
COLUMNS & OPINIONS
O’Neill: Winter farming is challenging but carries its own rewards
New shelter systems should help with this week’s snow load.
McNear: When Frolic sank off Point Cabrillo, the fate of the redwoods was sealed
Sent to retrieve cargo that washed ashore, Jerome Ford saw a fortune in trees instead.
Haschak: Ambulance service remains fragile in Mendocino County
In his monthly column, the 3rd District supervisor discusses EMT shortages, short-term rental rules and pension fund progress.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Letter to the Editor: Support tribal leaders in redefining Jackson Demonstration State Forest
If California is serious about climate resilience, the state must change the logging mandate at JDSF.
Letter to the Editor: Remove the logging mandate at Jackson State Demonstration Forest
We have to change the rules, not just the rhetoric, around forest health, climate and cultural lands.
Letter to the Editor: ICE could invade the Mendocino Coast
Are we going to sit passively or will we act as a community with deeply held values?
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