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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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πŸ›£οΈ In his latest column, Supervisor John Haschak says a proposed 1% sales tax could generate about $5.5M a year to improve Mendocino County roads.

The measure could go before voters in unincorporated areas this November.

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06.03.2026 19:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”₯ After decades of sitting empty, the Two Rock Lookout tower west of Willits is coming back into service.

Two wildfire detection cameras will soon scan much of Mendocino County from the historic tower.

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#MendocinoCounty #Wildfires #Willits

06.03.2026 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸͺΆ Two teen brothers reported missing in Lake County in January have been found, CHP says.

A Feather Alert had been issued for Wesley, 17, and Xavier, 15, who are affiliated with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of Montana.

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#MendocinoCounty #MMIP

06.03.2026 01:24 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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A mobile home north of Ukiah was destroyed in a fire Thursday afternoon.

Firefighters responded to a structure fire on Ford Road around 12:15 p.m. The resident escaped safely, but the home is a total loss.

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#MendocinoCounty #Ukiah

06.03.2026 01:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ₯Ά A frost warning has been issued for northern Mendocino County for early Friday morning. Temps could reach as low as 32 degrees. Proper shelter should be provided for people, pets and plants.

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#MendocinoCounty #CAwx

05.03.2026 23:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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McNear: The Mendocino Coast again subbed for New England in a 1965 film β€’ The Mendocino Voice | Mendocino County, CA The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming employed more than 100 extras, many of them children.

🎬 In 1965, the Mendocino Coast stood in for New England in β€œThe Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming.”

A new Kelley House Museum column looks back at the filming in Fort Bragg.

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#MendocinoCounty #FilmHistory

05.03.2026 23:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’Ό The West Business Development Center is opening a new office in Fort Bragg to support coastal entrepreneurs.

The nonprofit offers training and advising on finances, marketing and business development.

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#MendocinoCounty #MendocinoCoast #FortBraggCA

05.03.2026 21:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Trump says he’s firing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after heavy criticism in congressional hearings.

He plans to nominate Sen. Markwayne Mullin β€” a citizen of the Cherokee Nation and the only Native American currently serving in the Senate.

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05.03.2026 19:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎭 Willits Community Theatre will hold combined auditions this Saturday for two upcoming productions.

Actors can audition for roles in β€œFour Dogs and a Bone” and the world premiere of β€œLouisa@Fruitlands.”

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#MendocinoCounty #Willits #Auditions #ActorsWanted

05.03.2026 17:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚧 Those asphalt patches appearing on Fort Bragg sidewalks are temporary.

City officials say they’re part of early construction for the city’s fiber-optic broadband project, with permanent repairs planned later.

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#MendocinoCounty #FortBraggCA

05.03.2026 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐾 This week’s Featured Pet is Andre, a 140-pound gentle giant available for adoption through the Ukiah Animal Shelter.

He’s social, affectionate and ready for a home. Can you help him find one?

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#MendocinoCounty #AdoptDontShop #Ukiah

05.03.2026 01:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ₯Ά A frost advisory has been issued for parts of northern Mendocino and Lake counties for early Thursday morning. Temps are expected to reach the low 30s.

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#MendocinoCounty #LakeCountyCA #CAwx

04.03.2026 23:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ›£οΈ A 24-year wait for a greener Gualala hits a final roadblock. With the county and Caltrans at a stalemate over maintenance, the native plant vision has been scrapped for downtown Highway 1.

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#MendocinoCounty #Gualala

04.03.2026 23:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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⛽️ The Iran Conflict combined with California's specialized fuel mandates and remote transportation costs means Mendocino County's gas prices remain nearly $1.50 higher than the state average.

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04.03.2026 20:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ—³οΈ Ukiah Unified’s long-vacant Trustee Area 6 seat will be filled by a special election β€” and candidates are needed.

The seat has been empty since spring 2025.

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#MendocinoCounty #Ukiah

04.03.2026 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”₯ Mendocino County’s Fire Safe Council has opened its annual micro-grant program for wildfire preparedness.

At least $100,000 will be awarded to support community-led mitigation projects.

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03.03.2026 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎢 It's another great week for live music in Mendocino County. From hip hop legends and classical stars, to folkies and bluesters, there's something for everyone. Get out and hear some live music this week!

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03.03.2026 17:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ€ Ukiah native Elias Obenyah scored the go-ahead basket in the final minute to win the CIF NCS Open Division championship for Salesian.

The Stanford-bound senior sealed a 51-49 victory.

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#Ukiah #HighSchoolSports #Salesian

03.03.2026 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸͺΆ 🚨 A Feather Alert has been issued for 36-year-old Samuel Sierra, affiliated with the Round Valley Indian Tribe and last seen in Ukiah. Anyone who sees him should call 911.

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#MendocinoCounty #IndianCountry #FeatherAlert #MMIP

03.03.2026 01:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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