An estimated 6 million wild pigs live across 35 U. S. states. Feral pigs live in 56 of the 58 California counties, and many of them are right here in Mendocino County.

Anderson Valley is facing a growing and destructive siege from an invasive force: wild pigs. While feral hogs have long been a part of the California landscape, a combination of recent wet winters and the animal's prolific breeding habits has led to a noticeable surge in their population, leaving a trail of costly damage and frustration for residents, farmers, and vintners.

July 8, 2025 - As Mendocino County's fair season kicks off, state and local officials are urging caution due to heightened influenza risks from livestock. A statewide prohibition on poultry and dairy cattle exhibitions is already in effect for the 2025 season, a measure taken to combat the ongoing H5N1 avian flu outbreak.

July 7, 2025 - Governor Gavin Newsom announced this week that "Task Force Rattlesnake," a specialized unit of over 300 National Guard members trained to assist the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), is now operating at only 40% of its normal strength. This leaves just six crews available for statewide fire prevention and emergency response, a reduction from nine crews the previous week.

July 3, 2025 - The Mendocino County Sheriff's Office has issued a public alert following a surge in reports from residents targeted by fraudulent phone calls and emails. According to officials, the scams are particularly aimed at senior citizens.

July 2, 2025 – California's legal cannabis industry awoke on July 1st to a significant shift, as the state's cannabis excise tax officially increased from 15% to 19% of gross receipts from retail sales. This 4% hike, mandated by a 2022 law (AB 195) that eliminated the cultivation tax, is already sparking widespread concern among consumers and industry stakeholders alike.

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