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What's up Willits! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See which Mendocino County arrests included a Willits resident this week
  • How South Fork’s bats exploded in a 16-4 win at Willits

Also on today's calendar: Indie Pop Star Michelle Lambert Plays Willits Community Theater and Arts Center! and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 69 and low of 38 degrees.
  • Saturday: Pleasant with some sun, temps: high: 72, low: 45.
  • Sunday: A couple of showers possible, with a high of 65 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Mendocino County Jail bookings: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 (ukiahdailyjournal.com) — Recent Mendocino County jail bookings include a Willits resident arrested on suspicion of DUI with a prior conviction and driving on a suspended license. The report also lists several Ukiah, Laytonville, Fort Bragg, and other county residents facing allegations ranging from domestic violence to arson and firearm violations, while stressing all are presumed innocent.
   

• South Fork takes two from Ferndale in home doubleheader, bests Willits (fresnobee.com) — South Fork’s softball team routed Willits 16-4 on the road Wednesday, capping a big week that also included two tight home wins over Ferndale. Strong pitching from Mackenzie Coleman and a breakout five-RBI night from sophomore Kendall Kercher powered the Wolverines’ loss, as South Fork now turns its attention to a pivotal upcoming doubleheader against Hoopa for the Little Four Conference lead.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Sherwood Firewise Communities facilitated in getting 36 free 2,500 gallon water tanks delivered to our area...
    just sayin' https://www.firesafemendocino.org/the-latest/free-water-tanks-distributed-throughout-mendocino-county?mc_cid=619db11b4e&mc_eid=9257cf58be (Nextdoor Willits Creek)
  • CLIF HIGH ON REVERSING THE AGING PROCESS
    https://substack.com/@clifhigh/note/p-194199679?r=86ma8g (Nextdoor Brooktrails)
  • GLOBAL MEDICAL RESPONSE posted a job opening for Aircraft Maintenance Technician - RW (NE) in Willits. Apply here.
  • Mendocino Unified School District posted a job opening for Evening Custodian in Mendocino. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Willits here.

🗞 Nearby News

Redwood Valley

  • Consolidated Tribal Health Project breaks ground on new Redwood Valley Healthcare facility (ukiahdailyjournal.com)
  • MCSO arrests men in Redwood Valley, Fort Bragg for alleged domestic violence (ukiahdailyjournal.com)

Ukiah

  • Adventist Health Ukiah Valley unveils da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system (ukiahdailyjournal.com)
  • Ukiah Unified School District March students of the month (ukiahdailyjournal.com)
  • Probationer arrested in Ukiah after bear spray, another person's wallet allegedly found in his possession • The Mendocino Voice (mendovoice.com)

Ok Willits! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Willits

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Willits

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.