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πŸ“° An Independent, nonprofit news site serving all of Mendocino County, California. Part of the BCN Foundation family. TIPS πŸ‘‰ info@mendovoice.com.

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🎨 Found objects β€” from clock gears to violin strings β€” take on new life in β€œCasing the Joint” at Ukiah’s Corner Gallery.

The exhibit highlights assemblage art created in Redwood Valley.

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#MendocinoCounty #Ukiah #Art

01.03.2026 23:00 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐟 A federal judge ordered changes to Columbia and Snake River dam operations to protect declining salmon.

The decision echoes ongoing water and fish debates tied to the Potter Valley Project.

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01.03.2026 21:24 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ¦… The Mendocino County Fish and Game Commission is accepting grant applications from nonprofits for projects that will protect, conserve or enhance fish and wildlife resources in Mendocino County. The deadline is April 3.

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01.03.2026 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“š Ukiah Unified approved staff cuts impacting nearly 20 teaching and counseling positions, plus six non-teaching roles.

District leaders cite enrollment declines and federal grant funding losses.

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#MendocinoCounty #Ukiah #Education

28.02.2026 04:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“ In an opinion piece, Mendocino County resident and parent Marie Willa Bobo-Smith shares her perspective on gender identity and local classrooms.

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#MendocinoCounty #Opinion #Education

27.02.2026 21:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🏍️ The Forest Service opened 135 miles of OHV trails today after being closed due to unsafe riding conditions caused by winter storms. Ride safe out there!

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#MendocinoCounty #LakeCountyCA #OHV #MendocinoNF

27.02.2026 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎭️ Willits Community Theatre will hold combined auditions March 7 for two shows in its upcoming season, giving performers the opportunity to be considered for multiple roles in one session.

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#MendocinoCounty #Willits #CommunityTheater

27.02.2026 18:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’§ Supervisors approved $500,000 for Potter Valley water efforts β€” but debated whether the funds should go to roads instead.

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#MendocinoCounty #PotterValleyProject

27.02.2026 15:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“œ In the latest history column from the Kelley House Museum, Averee McNear examines how the Great Depression hit Mendocino County.

Mill closures, falling wages and creative survival efforts shaped the era.

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#MendocinoCounty #AmericanHistory

27.02.2026 15:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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✍️ In a letter to the editor, reader Jennifer Normoyle urges the passage of AB 2494, saying demonstration state forests should prioritize ecological health over timber production.

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27.02.2026 01:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ‰ One of the most beloved Mexican restaurants in Mendocino County will celebrate a milestone anniversary with a block party Sunday featuring music, dancing, family fun and their famous food.

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#MendocinoCounty #FortBraggCA

26.02.2026 23:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’§ PG&E plans to dismantle the Potter Valley Project as soon as 2028.

Local officials are exploring dam upgrades, new diversion facilities and long-term water supply options.

Our guide explains what’s happening and what could come next.

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#MendocinoCounty

26.02.2026 22:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‘¨β€βš•οΈ Dr. Tyler Laubach has joined Adventist Health Ukiah Valley, providing primary and prenatal care, women's health services and deliveries.

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#MendocinoCounty #Ukiah

26.02.2026 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚚 Highway 175 is open again in Hopland. Drive carefully!

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#MendocinoCounty #Hopland

26.02.2026 15:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‘·β€β™‚οΈ Progress! Removal began Wednesday evening on the mudslide that has shutdown Highway 1 near Elk. There is still no estimated time of reopening.

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#MendocinoCounty #CAwx

26.02.2026 15:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸš™ Highway 1 is open again between Manchester and Point Arena! Drive safe!

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#MendocinoCounty

26.02.2026 05:53 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”„ Updated: Ukiah Unified may cut about 20 teaching and counseling positions and additional staff for 2026-27. New details on which roles could be eliminated and comments from the district.

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#MendocinoCounty #Ukiah #Education

26.02.2026 04:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚘️ Highway 128 between Albion and Navarro is open again! Drive carefully!

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#MendocinoCounty

26.02.2026 01:15 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌱 Applications are now open for the 2026 Good Farm Fund Farm Grant Program, which will award up to $10,000 to small and mid-sized food farms in Mendocino and Lake counties for capacity building projects. Applications are due March 20.

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#MendocinoCounty

25.02.2026 23:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‘±β€β™‚οΈ Assemblymember Chris Rogers will host a town hall Friday in Philo. He'll take Q&A from constituents and talk about what he's been up to in the district and legislature.

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#MendocinoCounty

25.02.2026 21:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“š Ukiah Unified will consider cutting more than 20 teaching positions and additional non-teaching staff Thursday, citing budget impacts tied to declining enrollment and proposed program eliminations.

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#MendocinoCounty #Ukiah #Education

25.02.2026 19:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🏫 Schools in Point Arena and Manchester are closed Wednesday due to storm impacts.

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#MendocinoCounty #PointArena

25.02.2026 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚧 Multiple state highways and local roads remain closed or under traffic controls across Mendocino County following heavy rain from the latest storm. Bookmark this list - we'll update it regularly.

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#MendocinoCounty

25.02.2026 15:42 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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🚧 A portion of Highway 1 is closed near Elk due to a downed tree and mud slide. Please find alternate routes of travel. There is no estimated time of reopening.

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#MendocinoCounty #CAwx

25.02.2026 15:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚧 A portion of Highway 1 between Manchester and Point Arena is closed due to flooding from the Garcia River. Plan accordingly and travel safely.

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#MendocinoCounty #CAwx

25.02.2026 05:17 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚧 Highway 175 is now closed in Hopland due to flooding. The Russian River is expected to crest at 18.5 feet tonight! Please avoid the area. Turn around, don't drown!

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#MendocinoCounty #CAwx

25.02.2026 04:46 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌊 After initially saying the highway was closed, now CHP is asking people to AVOID Highway 1 due to flooding north of Fort Bragg. Drive safe.

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#MendocinoCounty #FortBraggCA

25.02.2026 02:41 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚧 A portion of Highway 1 is closed north of Fort Bragg due to flooding and a possible slide. CHP asks drivers avoid the area. There is no estimated time of reopening.

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#MendocinoCounty #FortBraggCA

25.02.2026 01:06 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚧 A portion of state Highway 128 is closed in Anderson Valley due to flooding. Please use alternative routes. There is no estimated time of reopening. Drive safely.

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#MendocinoCounty #CAwx

25.02.2026 00:17 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐢 This week's featured adoptable pet is Knight. He's a Cane Corso mix who is lively, smart and the perfect pal for adventure. Can you help him find his forever home?

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#MendocinoCounty #AdoptDontShop

24.02.2026 23:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0