LATEST STORIES
Feather Alert issued for two teens last seen in Lake County
The California Highway Patrol is asking Mendocino County residents to help locate two teenage boys who were last seen Monday in Nice and are believed to be on foot.
Grace Hudson Museum hosts Mission Gráfica printmaking events Saturday
A screen-printing workshop and relief printing demonstration on Jan. 17 will highlight the museum’s current exhibit, “Mission Gráfica: Reflecting a Community in Print,” featuring artists Jos Sances and Juan Fuentes.
Janelle Cater: A wife, mother, nurse and woman of faith, her family sang her into heaven
Bubbly and effervescent, she brightened the lives of all who knew her.
Federal judges allow California to use new US House map ahead of 2026 election
A federal panel ruled California can use its voter-approved congressional map in 2026, rejecting Republican efforts to block district lines favoring Democrats.
Verizon outage disrupts calling, data services for wireless customers in Mendocino County
Thousands of customers reported service disruptions Wednesday morning, with some phones showing “SOS” mode as Verizon worked to restore wireless voice and data services nationwide, including in Mendocino County.
Letter to the Editor: ICE could invade the Mendocino Coast
Are we going to sit passively or will we act as a community with deeply held values?
Sneaker wave advisory issued for Mendocino Coast
The National Weather Service warns that large, unexpected waves could hit beaches Wednesday, urging people to stay back from the water, rocks and jetties through midnight.
OHV trails reopen in Mendocino National Forest after storm closures
Volunteers cleared fallen trees after December storms shut down more than 135 miles.
California appeals court rules Skunk Train operator is public utility, can condemn private property
The case centers on a 20-acre Willits parcel the railway allegedly plans to use for passenger and freight rail operations.
Two earthquakes rattle Mendocino County near Willits, Ukiah
Another quake struck near Willits.
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FEATURED STORIES
The Mendocino Voice’s most-read stories of 2025
From public safety and government accountability to community pride, these are the stories that resonated most with readers this year.
Hopland donkey rescue featured in reality series premieres Jan. 3
Ron King hopes to change the narrative around animal rescues, donkeys and Mendocino County in the new show Donkey King.
Mendocino County urges residents to know their evacuation zone
Residents are encouraged to check their evacuation zone at mendoready.org and sign up for alerts — it could save a life.
ARTS & CULTURE
Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78
Weir spent more than 60 years touring, recording and performing with the Grateful Dead and beyond.
The Mendocino Setlist: January 5-11, 2026
Your weekly guide to upcoming music events in Mendocino County.
Abstract and digital art converge in new Gualala art exhibit
Artist Mike Connor’s work explores the intersection of tradition and innovation.
Ukiah Players Theatre holds New Year’s Eve cabaret fundraiser
The late-night show at Ukiah Brewing Company will feature musical performances and a midnight toast.
COLUMNS & OPINIONS
Opinion: Mendocino County needs robust technical education programs
To keep kids and their skills at home, we must invest in education that offers lifelong careers in rural counties.
O’Neill: Continuity in place is a treasure of a living community
We are repairing buildings, fences and pastures for those who come after us.
Her name was America — and she did not suffer fools
Coming West by covered wagon, America set up a millinery shop on Mendocino’s Main Street.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Letter to the Editor: Citizens’ action group in Willits tackles homelessness
Donations to the new nonprofit help with motel programs and more in a county with fewer than 300 shelter beds.
Letter to the Editor: Water is Life
In a letter to the editor, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins shares “why we must stop the destruction of Potter Valley’s farms.”
Letter to the editor: Ukiah’s ice rink comes with big consequences
The city could try rollerskating instead and not relegate the farmers market to the rain.
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