August 15, 2024 — The Anderson Valley Fire Department is asking Mendocino County residents to consider signing up for the fire department’s volunteer training programs. As Northern California continues to fight a long-winded fire season, the Anderson Valley Fire Chief, Andres Avila, says it’s more important than ever for locals to get involved in their community.
Sydney Fishman is a multimedia journalist and storyteller. She is originally from Southern Humboldt, where she first fell in love with journalism by volunteering at KMUD Community Radio Station. In her reporting, she has focused on harm reduction policies, mental health issues, and cannabis legislation. She is most interested in stories regarding the aftermath of the War on Drugs. Fishman has freelanced and worked for several publications, including KALW Radio, KCBS Radio, the Oaklandside, Berkeleyside, and East Bay Express.