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Ukiah can boast a new partner in healthcare as of last week, one of few such technologies in Northern California. The da Vinci 5® robotic surgical system, the most advanced robotic-assisted surgical technology available today, is now in use at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley.
Looking for live music this week in Mendocino County?
The Mendocino Setlist for this week is packed with everything from jazz to classical to folk- and even karaoke and open mics for those inspired to perform themselves!
https://mendovoice.com/2026/04/the-mendocino-setlist-april-13-19-2026/
Pet-friendly Little River Inn hosts its second annual Pup Palooza on Saturday, April 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Organized in partnership with Dog Trekker, this free, canine-centered celebration will include contests, activities, demonstrations, treats and more.
https://mendovoice.com/2026/04/candidate-for-mendocino-mayor-bodhi-to-appear-at-pup-palooza/
Nine years into her tenure, Mendo Food Network’s executive director Amanda Friscia steps down September 30. Friscia guided the food distribution and networking nonprofit through the COVID-19 pandemic and led a team that expanded food access countywide.
https://mendovoice.com/2026/04/mendo-food-networks-amanda-friscia-steps-down-as-executive-director/
Larry Silverman, a retired TV producer, writer and director who lives in Willits, filmed the No Kings 3 protest in the town of 5,000 on Saturday, March 28, with the help of a few others. He released a video on YouTube Wednesday.
https://mendovoice.com/2026/04/video-of-willits-no-kings-3-protest-now-on-youtube/
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The arraignment for Matthew LaFever, arrested in November 2025 for allegedly annoying or molesting a child under 18, has been scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Superior Court of Mendocino County.
