June 30, 2025 - Summer is here, and wildfire danger is high in Mendocino County. CAL FIRE says conditions are unusually dry right now. Even though some controlled burns have taken place (like near Lake Mendocino) to clear out brush, officials say it's crucial for everyone to be ready. Starting today, the outdoor burning ban is now in full effect across the county. No outdoor fires!

June 27, 2025 — As food banks across the country grapple with steep federal funding cuts, a Mendocino County nonprofit is responding with expansion. The Mendo Food Network will open a new food distribution warehouse in Willits on Saturday, a move leaders say will vastly improve local food security at a time of growing need.

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