Small business Archives • The Mendocino Voice

Fort Bragg seeks public input on potential food truck rule changes

by Sarah Stierch March 20, 2026March 18, 2026

The community survey will help guide recommendations on food truck locations, limits and operations before Fort Bragg officials consider potential changes this May.

Columns & Opinion

Opinion: California’s—and Mendocino County’s—economies run on small businesses

by Pat Fong Kushida March 17, 2026March 18, 2026

We need to invest in small business owners who face barriers to credit and markets.

Wine bottles displayed on a round table inside Disco Ranch in Boonville, with shelves of additional bottles lining the walls in the background.

Food & Drink

Anderson Valley wine shop debuts new tasting experience featuring boutique wineries

by Sarah Stierch February 14, 2026February 14, 2026

Disco Ranch will offer guided flights featuring limited-production wines from boutique wineries without public tasting rooms.

People gather around a black Moxie’s food truck parked at an outdoor event on a sunny day. Some attendees wait in line while others chat nearby. Trees with bright green leaves line the background, and various vendor tents are visible around the area.

Politics & Government

Willits City Council could give final approval to new street vending ordinance Wednesday

by Sydney Fishman December 9, 2025December 9, 2025

The ordinance would set limits on mobile and sidewalk vending, aligning local policy with state law and updating long-outdated city regulations.

A nighttime taco stand under a red canopy, with workers preparing food at a grill and tables holding ingredients, drinks, and supplies illuminated by hanging lights.

Politics & Government

Ukiah considers new rules for street vendors amid community concerns

by Sydney Fishman November 21, 2025November 21, 2025

With a new state law protecting vendor privacy set to begin in January, Ukiah officials are working to refine regulations without increasing fear among immigrant street vendors.