KELSEYVILLE
Fiddlers’ Jam Sunday, April 3 and historical talk April 9
On Sunday, April 3, we hope to see you for our next Fiddler’s Jam, an entertaining afternoon provided by members of the Northern California Old Time Fiddler’s Association and guests. Enjoy great music and delicious food such as pie and barbecue, plus beer and wine.
Your raffle entry purchase at Fiddlers is a chance to win our ‘Birds N Blooms’ prize basket, filled with generous donations from local businesses.
On Saturday, April 9, Dr. John Parker, LCHS President, will be presenting a talk “Anderson Marsh: The Back Story”, plus, a documentary film, “A Walk Through Time.” This is a members-only event at which you can join at the door.
Next year is the 40th anniversary of the acquisition of Anderson Marsh and Ranch as a new State Historic Park. With its majestic landscapes, diverse wildlife, and a history spanning 14,000 years, Anderson Marsh State Historic Park is one of the most unique places in all of California.
What extraordinary events led to the park’s creation?
Dr. John Parker will present the story of the 6 years of behind-the-scenes work it took to secure the funds to acquire the park; including nominating the area to the National Register of Historic Places, public awareness work, people getting fired, recall campaigns, fines, fraud, arrests, and ‘Divine’ intervention.
Parker will also show the Emmy award winning documentary “A Walk Through Time” that presents the history of the Anderson Marsh State Historic Park, and the people who used it. This is an exclusive, members-only event, however, you are welcome to join on arrival. To join the Historical Society ahead of the event, follow this link: https://files.ctctusercontent.com/ce6923da701/5b16d8ba-cabd-4acd-baa3-2d4f40719ea4.pdf?rdr=true
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LAKE AND MENDOCINO COUNTIES
Savings Bank is hosting shred events and helping to shred hunger
Savings Bank and Integrity Shred have teamed up to help prevent identity theft by offering the public an opportunity to shred outdated confidential documents.
Bring up to three 35 pound boxes of documents for safe, secure, on-site shredding.
Additionally, to help shred hunger, non-perishable food will be accepted at each event for local food banks.
Times are 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for the following dates and locations.
- Lakeport: May 5, 2022 at Savings Bank, 290 S. Main St.
- Fort Bragg: May 13 at Sport Chrysler Jeep Dodge, 200 Chestnut St.
- Ukiah: May 20 at the Redwood Empire Fairgrounds parking lot, 1055 N. State St.
- Willits: May 26 in the parking lot behind Savings Bank on Humboldt Street.
Hours and number of customers accommodated may be limited to truck capacity.
Identity theft is a serious crime that can wreak havoc with your finances, credit history, reputation, and can take time, money and patience to resolve. Shredding confidential financial documents and paperwork is one way to deter criminals from stealing personal information.
Savings Bank also encourages customers to protect their identity by switching from paper account statements to eStatements. With eStatements, customers reduce the risk of confidential account information getting into the wrong hands through tampering of mail or paper records that are stored at home.
Savings Bank representatives will be available at the shred events to supply information about preventing identity theft and what to do if your identity is stolen.
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LAKEPORT
Spring water conservation
On Monday, Gov. Newsom released a new Executive Order requiring public water agencies to enhance water conservation rules. The winter rainy season is nearing a close with California heading into a third year of severe drought. Many areas across California, including Lake County, have seen sunny, warmer-than-normal weather in January, February and March, during what should be the wettest months of the year, a trend that scientists say is worsening due to climate change.
Despite this week’s rain, March also will finish with below-average rain and snow.
Overall, 93% of California is in a severe drought now — up from 65% a year ago. All northern California counties are in a severe or extreme drought according to the U.S. Drought Monitor, a weekly report put out by the federal government and the University of Nebraska.
The City of Lakeport relies on ground water wells in the Scotts Valley area along with treated water from Clear Lake for our City’s potable water needs. Both sources are vulnerable due to the current and forecasted drought conditions.
The City of Lakeport strongly encourages our customers to conserve water whenever possible. Additional water use mandates may be issued in the future and the City would like to remind our customers that the following wasteful water usage practices are currently prohibited per Lakeport City Council Resolution No. 2630 (2017):
- Hosing off sidewalks, driveways and other hardscapes;
- Washing automobiles, boats, RVs, etc. with hoses not equipped with a shut-off nozzle;
- Using non-recirculated water in a fountain or other decorative water feature;
- Watering lawns in a manner that causes runoff, or within 48 hours after measurable precipitation;
Irrigating ornamental turf on public street medians.
The City of Lakeport appreciates everyone’s assistance in helping to protect our water resources and for doing their part!
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