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Ukiah nonprofit awarded $1 million to expand rural mental health in Mendocino County • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The funds will bring therapists to far-flung communities across the county, serving the mental health needs of those under age 25.

💰 Ukiah nonprofit Tapestry Family Services has received a $1M grant to expand youth mental health services in rural Mendocino County. The funding will support mobile therapy and increase access to parent-child programs.

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Lineup announced for 2026 Ten Mile Creek Revival in Laytonville   • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The three-day festival at Black Oak Ranch features headliners The Brothers Comatose, AJ Lee & Blue Summit, Iris DeMent and Paul Thorn.

🎶 Lineup is out for the 2026 Ten Mile Creek Revival in Laytonville! Headliners include The Brothers Comatose, AJ Lee & Blue Summit, Iris DeMent and Paul Thorn — plus dozens more at Black Oak Ranch in June.

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Sneaker-wave warning issued Thursday for the Mendocino Coast  • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The weather service says deceptively calm seas may hide dangerous waves capable of pulling people and pets into the water.

🌊 Sneaker-wave warning for the Mendocino Coast on Thursday. NWS says dangerous, unexpected waves could surge onto beaches. Stay off rocks, jetties and steep beaches — never turn your back on the ocean.

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Bipartisan bill aims to ease Trump tariff strain on wine and specialty crop farmers • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA If signed into law, the legislation would extend aid to wine and specialty crop producers who were left out of earlier federal farm relief programs.

🍇 New bipartisan bill would give relief to wine + specialty crop growers hit by Trump-era tariffs. It would offer USDA payments for proven losses and let the agency buy surplus crops for nutrition programs.

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Holiday Bazaar brings handmade gifts and treats to Fort Bragg on Saturday • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Shoppers can browse unique gifts from Mendocino Coast artisans, enjoy baked treats and warm drinks, and explore a variety of crafts and specialty items.

🎁 Fort Bragg’s Community Holiday Bazaar is back Saturday with handmade gifts, baked treats, crafts, cards, jewelry & more — plus a cozy café for shoppers.

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Featured Pet: Domino • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA A great leash walker and a charmer, Domino is up for plenty of fun.

🐾 Featured Pet: Domino!
This 1-year-old pittie is all charm — friendly, toy-loving, knows “sit” and “down,” and walks great on a leash. Looking for a sweet, 58-lb adventure buddy? Meet Domino at the Ukiah Animal Shelter.

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An artist wearing glasses, a beaded necklace, and a black shirt with a pink geometric design stands smiling beside a display of framed artwork. The pieces feature bold, graphic illustrations of birds and butterflies in black, white, and red tones. The artwork is arranged on a dark wall panel at what appears to be an outdoor art fair or exhibit.

🎨 Mendocino County’s arts scene thrives when the community supports it. From gallery shows to local murals, The Mendocino Voice highlights the creativity that makes our region shine.

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Willits City Council could give final approval to new street vending ordinance Wednesday   • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The ordinance would set limits on mobile and sidewalk vending, aligning local policy with state law and updating long-outdated city regulations.

🍽️ Willits could give final approval Wednesday to a new street vending ordinance setting rules for food trucks and sidewalk vendors — including location limits, school buffers, and safety guidelines.

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The Mendocino Setlist: December 9-14, 2025  • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Your weekly guide to upcoming music events in Mendocino County.

🎶 Weekend music plans? The Mendocino Setlist is out with Banda Maguey in Fort Bragg, punk in Mendocino, holiday concerts on the coast & more Dec. 9–14 across the county.

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Cal Fire to continue 450-acre prescribed burn near Laytonville starting Tuesday  • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The burn is part of an ongoing project to reduce fire risk in the Laytonville area.

🔥 Cal Fire will continue a 450-acre prescribed burn near Laytonville starting Tuesday. Smoke and aircraft may be visible from Hwy 101 as crews reduce wildfire fuels at Shamrock Ranch. Weather-dependent through Dec. 22.

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National Park Service drops free admission on MLK Day, Juneteenth while adding Trump's birthday • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA It's the latest example of the Trump administration downplaying America’s history of slavery and the fight for civil rights as well as the president using his position for self-promotion.

⚠️ The National Park Service will drop free admission on MLK Day and Juneteenth in 2026, while adding President Trump’s birthday/Flag Day to the list.

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Ukiah Library collecting coats and warm clothing for winter  • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Donations of clean, gently used coats, sweaters and other warm items are being accepted through February.

🧥 The Ukiah Branch Library’s winter clothing drive runs through Feb. 28 — and they’re still looking for clean, gently used coats, sweaters, scarves, hats, and new socks.

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Fort Bragg hosts big weekend of holiday celebrations • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Candy Cane Lane joins the Lighted Truck Parade to kick off the holidays with a splash of fun for everyone.

🎄 Fort Bragg lit up the coast this weekend with parades, art walks, Candy Cane Lane, and the return of the Humane Society’s Holiday Trees auction — with plenty more holiday events coming all month long.

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Ukiah police warn parents after complaints about kids’ unsafe e-bike, scooter use  • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Officers cite rising reports of unsafe riding and note that minors can receive citations for violating e-bike and scooter laws.

🚨 Ukiah police are urging parents to review e-bike and scooter rules after reports of kids riding too fast, ignoring stop signs, and riding after dark without lights. Officers say citations may be issued to keep kids safe.

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Opinion: When the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' passed, federal support for clean energy halted • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Meanwhile one in six families are behind on utility bills—and voters are fed up.

⚡ In an opinion piece, solar industry CEO and Fort Bragg resident Jan Rippingale writes that federal cuts to renewable energy support have stalled projects and driven up utility costs nationwide.

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State issues urgent alert as deadly mushroom cases rise in Northern California • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Health officials say 21 people have suffered severe illness — including liver failure — since mid-November amid widespread clusters of death cap mushrooms.

⚠️ California officials warn of rising deadly mushroom poisonings: 1 death, 21 serious cases linked to death caps. Officials warn: don’t forage right now.

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O’Neill: Sun, mild temperatures, and early showers have made this a great year to farm • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA We even have another flush of heirloom tomatoes ready for market.

🌱 “It’s been a great year to farm.”

Laytonville grower Casey O’Neill says mild temps, early rains — and even December tomatoes — have shaped an unusually abundant season on the ridge.

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Anderson Valley winegrowers launch new fund to support local nonprofits  • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The Anderson Valley Wines Community Action Fund will raise money through events and public donations to benefit nonprofits serving the valley.

🍇 Anderson Valley winegrowers have launched a new charitable fund to support local nonprofits, backed by event proceeds and community donations.

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Holiday bazaar brings Santa, music and handcrafted gifts to Covelo on Friday  • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Friends of the Round Valley Public Library will host the annual event at the Library Commons with local vendors, kids’ activities, caroling and food.

🎄 Covelo’s annual Holiday Bazaar returns Friday with Santa, live music, kids’ activities, food & handcrafted gifts from local artisans.

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‘We may be deporting the wrong people’: New poll shows doubts about immigration crackdown • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA A new poll shared exclusively with CalMatters adds to a slate of recent surveys suggesting Californians’ support is waning for Trump’s harshest immigration enforcement policies.

📊 A new poll shows broad support among California voters — including many Republicans — for giving immigrants with past convictions a chance to make their case before deportation. Researchers say personal details shift public opinion sharply.
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Ukiah hosts meeting Thursday on downtown project that could remove pistache trees • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The study explores parking, walkability and streetscape options, including the future of Chinese pistache trees that have sparked public concern.

🌳 Ukiah will host a public meeting Thursday on a downtown improvement study that could remove beloved Chinese pistache trees on School Street. Residents have launched a petition opposing the change.

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Don't forget pets when preparing for winter's cold. Here's what experts recommend • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Experts say pets face dangers from cold, ice and chemicals, and urge owners to prepare for winter weather before temperatures drop.

🐾 As winter temps drop, veterinarians warn pet owners to watch for hypothermia, frostbite, toxic de-icers and other cold-weather hazards. Experts say preparation is key to keeping animals safe.

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Prescribed burn set for Point Arena–Stornetta Unit on Monday  • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The project is part of a broader effort by the Bureau of Land Management to thin hazardous vegetation and protect prairie landscapes.

🔥 A prescribed burn begins Monday at the Point Arena–Stornetta Unit to reduce wildfire risk and restore coastal prairie, per BLM. Smoke may be visible from Hwy 1.

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Laytonville’s Holiday Craft Bazaar this Sunday • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The long-running event is the best place for unique, handmade gifts of all kinds.

🎄 Laytonville’s Holiday Craft Bazaar returns Sunday with over 50 local vendors selling handmade goods at the Tin Gym. Rumor has it Santa will make an appearance, too!

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🏛️ Ukiah has new leadership: Susan Sher was appointed mayor and Juan Orozco vice mayor during Wednesday’s council meeting. Their terms begin Dec. 17.

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CBS News hosting prime-time 'town hall' with Erika Kirk, widow of activist Charlie Kirk • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The Dec. 13 special will feature Erika Kirk answering questions about her husband’s assassination and her new role leading Turning Point USA.

📺 CBS News will air a prime-time town hall on Dec. 13 featuring Erika Kirk, widow of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, who was killed in September.

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Living Longer: Turning 70 needn’t change your life • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA But just try telling anyone else that.

🎂✨ What does turning 70 really feel like? In this week’s “Living Longer” column, Carolyn Short tackles aging with humor, honesty, fury, and flair — leather mini skirt included.

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Anderson Valley Grange to hold annual holiday potluck Sunday in Boonville  • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The potluck is a free event and will include holiday staples such as turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, drinks and appetizers.

🎄 The Anderson Valley Grange hosts its annual holiday potluck this Sunday in Boonville. Community members are invited to gather and share a dish.

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A Mendocino pioneer whose life didn’t fade with time • The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA Meticulous diaries kept by Etta Pullen offer a rare, detailed account of a woman’s journey west, early teaching career, and daily ranch life in the 1800s.

📚✨ Etta Pullen was a Mendocino pioneer whose life didn’t fade with time — thanks to the detailed diaries she kept starting in 1864. Her writings reveal homestead life, teaching in Anderson Valley, sewing, family, and love.
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