LATEST STORIES
Opinion: Son of the SAVE Act is worse than the original
Will you lose your right to vote? It’s more possible than you think.
California’s next governor to face tough choices for education as state budget tightens
A continuing decline in statewide enrollment will erode districts’ ability to cover operating expenses and increase staff pay.
Matt LaFever charged for alleged inappropriate communication with minor
Ukiah High journalism teacher charged after November arrest
Endangered salmon returned to California’s far north — then the money dried up
Tribe officials say the state is ending its support, potentially causing salmon restoration efforts on the McCloud River to die mid-stream.
Letter to the Editor: League of Women Voters and Mendocino County oppose SAVE Act
Non-citizens are already prohibited from voting in federal and state elections.
The Outlaws of Mendocino relies on tradition — and breaks the mold
North Bay teacher Joseph Roberts makes a movie about his robber ancestor.
Missing woman last seen in Arcata located
Mikeala Smith, 28, is affiliated with the Round Valley Indian Tribes.
Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race
The president says the conservative commentator Hilton is “a truly fine man” who can turn around a state beset with high taxes.
Featured Pet: Nora
Just 2, she’s lived on the streets but is gentle and loving. She’s the perfect mellow companion.
AIM 500 Miles Spirit Runners head for Jackson Sunday
Everyone welcome to participate in a run sponsored by the Coalition to Save Jackson Demonstration State Forest.
Jackson Demonstration State Forest advisory group straddles old rules, new ideas
As JAG chair Amy Wynn announces her resignation, the group tackles timber harvests, restoration and an attempt to return to cultural practices.
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FEATURED STORIES
Fort Bragg’s Grey Whale Inn reopens its doors
The landmark building incorporates the past into modern renovations, creating a vibrant marriage that benefits visitors and residents alike.
Mendocino County Board of Supervisors introduces noise ordinance
First reading of ordinance passes unanimously; sheriff will enforce if the ordinance passes the second reading.
Photos: Communities in Mendocino County join No Kings Day 3
Communities across Mendocino County united for the third No Kings Day protest, with thousands gathering in Willits, Fort Bragg, and Mendocino to oppose President Donald Trump’s policies.
ARTS & CULTURE
The Mendocino Setlist: April 6-12, 2026
Your weekly guide to upcoming music events in Mendocino County.
Gualala’s Mill Bend Preserve site of spring celebration Saturday
Redwood Coast Land Conservancy hosts a family-friendly event that includes a native plant walk, egg-painting, and bird-watching.
Photo contest opens for eventual display in Mendocino County’s new courthouse
Photographers must be Mendocino County residents; deadline is July 31.
Willits High to stage “Mean Girls: The Musical” this weekend
The student production of the musical’s “High School Version” will bring the popular story of high school cliques and identity to the stage for a free three-show run.
COLUMNS & OPINIONS
O’Neill: Most agriculture is subsidized
Let’s make choices that enrich rather than erode the land and community.
Forest: Mendocino County’s living landscapes derive from the faults beneath our feet
From the coast’s pygmy forest to the verdant valleys of Laytonville, Hopland and more, the county is a geographer’s dream.
Haschak: Board approves support for modernizing mission of demonstration forests
Noise ordinance passes first reading, gives sheriff a tool to deal with excessive noise after 10 p.m.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Letter to the Editor: Split vote to support demonstration forest bill did not reflect audience sentiment
Most audience members supported Chris Rogers’ bill to change the mission of public forests to recreation and climate resilience.
Letter to the Editor: The Board of Supes chose stewardship over short-term gain with Jackson vote
People travel from all over the world to experience healthy redwood forests. Public forests are far more valuable as vibrant ecosystems.
Letter to the Editor: Voting for a county tax on gas is dumb
A call for new taxes is always an admission of governmental failure.
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