GoFundMe launched for family of Willits man who died during arrest
Nicholas Bakewell, 36, died in June after being restrained by law enforcement; friends have raised more than $7,000 to support his wife and three children. The post GoFundMe launched for family of Willits man who died during
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The Lake County Board of Supervisors is looking to fill three vacancies on the Spring Valley County Service Area Advisory Board. The voluntary positions have a two-year term. Members advise county leaders about issues in the Spring
Haschak: Impacts of federal cuts to healthcare will be significant in Mendocino County
Speakers at the Board of Supervisors workshop warned of a spectrum of social ills, including drug use, suicide, homelessness and more. The post Haschak: Impacts of federal cuts to healthcare will be significant in Mendocino County appeared
Walmart plans to remove artificial colors and other food additives from store brands by 2027
The move announced by the the nation’s largest retailer on Wednesday amounts to an acknowledgment that American consumers and the U.S. government under President Donald Trump are paying attention to what goes into packaged foods. The post
KelpFest! returns to Mendocino Coast with ocean-focused celebrations
The four-day festival will feature parades, presentations, and cultural events highlighting kelp forests and coastal resilience from Fort Bragg to Mendocino. The post KelpFest! returns to Mendocino Coast with ocean-focused celebrations appeared first on The Mendocino Voice
Nonprofits to receive millions in USDA grants to promote, research California grown crops
A federal program aimed at boosting the competitiveness of specialty crops will award $24.2 million in grants to projects across California. The post Nonprofits to receive millions in USDA grants to promote, research California grown crops appeared
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Fort Bragg’s police department is under new leadership as Eric Swift takes over as Interim Chief. Sworn in Wednesday, Swift brings more than 20 years of experience, including service in Georgia, Napa County, and Santa Rosa. City
Supreme Court postpones decision, will allow Fed Governor Lisa Cook to remain in position for now
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook will be allowed to continue serving on the central bank’s board at least until 2026, while justices weigh the legality of her removal by former
Famed conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall dies at age 91
Dr. Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist as well as an advocate for animals who championed chimpanzee research, has died at the age of 91. The Jane Goodall Institute announced in a statement posted on social media Wednesday that
MLB Wild Card games: Dodgers sweep Reds to advance; Guardians, Padres, Yankees all tie series
The Cleveland Guardians tied their AL Wild Card Series against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday with a 6-1 victory in Game 2 to force a deciding game in the best-of-three series. Brayan Rocchio and Bo Naylor homered