Police & Courts
Letter from the publisher: Mendocino County wins “worst” for government transparency (opinion)
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County’s public records fee ordinance gets national recognition as anti-transparency legislation
Food & Farming
O’Neill: Starting spring cleaning (column)
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“I needed these last few days of decent weather like a thirsty man needs water. It’s amazing how much like plants we are; the sun comes out and everyone perks up.”
Education
Letter from north county: Walking in the snow both ways to get to Eagle Peak Middle School
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The dedicated teacher, Paula Abajian, spent 13 days walking to a vehicle so she could continue getting to class during the storms.
Fire & Emergency
Letter from the Community Foundation: When it rains, it snows
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“Never are we more aware of the critical role of neighbors and local nonprofits than during times of disaster.”
Fire & Emergency
O’Neill: Preparing for the unprecedented — community storm response in northern Mendocino (column)
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“It’s hard to be prepared for something that hasn’t happened before, so I’m going to share some of the learning lessons that we are gathering as a community reeling from a traumatic and difficult experience.”
