If you’ve been feeling downhearted about the state of the world’s environment lately, there are some things brewing here on the coast that might surprise you and even bolster your…
Ever think about the water that flows from your garden hose or kitchen tap? No? Many of us don't because it's simply always there.
Story by Zida Borcich and Joe Bridgman The World’s Largest Salmon BBQ is right around the corner, and the North Coast is anticipating the arrival of thousands of fans, many…
Story and photos by Zida Borcich Music Merchant's owner, Brian Shefrin, in his element, surrounded by a loose count of one million small things. What’s a nerd?[Definition loosely taken from…
Story by Alison de Grassi Above: Centro Latino West graduation, 2022. Photo by Baqi Kopelman. “We educate and advocate for small business so that local entrepreneurs receive the information they…
By Felicia Rice with Zida Borcich Heavy Lifting is a book, but an iconoclastic form of a book. It’s not the kind of book you can take to bed for…
Story by Lisa Norman (Julian's Mom) Julian Norman-Guarachi was born to ride. With the stoutest heart, athletic DNA and training, and heartfelt support from his mom, dad, and little sister,…
The author sat for this commissioned portrait by Robert Ross in the 1980s. The green coat kept her warm in the sometimes-chilly studio and was especially beloved because she tailored…
Something to brag about: If you haven't walked around Fort Bragg recently, you might be surprised to discover the array of bold and beautiful public art that has blossomed in…
"We Own It!" exults the sign at the entrance to the Manufactured Housing Community for over-fifty-five-year-olds, The Woods, in Little River. In a brave move, the residents pulled off a…
Compiled by Jim and Judy Tarbell and informed by a host of Caspar characters,Caspar archives, lively memories, and various published accounts Over the past 25 years, neighbors, friends, and residents…
It's REAL! A Note from the Publisher: Zida Borcich. You know, sometimes it's necessary to count blessings just to get through the day. It's nothing new, the duality of everything,…
Story by Jen Lewis Despite technological advances, lighthouses remain stately reminders of a noble and courageous seafaring history. This year, the Mendocino Coast's spectacular light station celebrates 113 years, preserved…
Story by Mary Rose Kaczorowski I am a first generation Polish American, and this was going to be the year for my first-ever visit to the place where my father…
John Jeavons' ECOLOGY ACTION Turns 50! by Matt Drewno Perched on top of Pine Mountain, overlooking Willits, is the beautiful Jeavons Center Mini-Farm, which grows a striking variety of heirloom…
THE BOOK IS BACK! A HANDBOOK FOR THE NEW FARMER In the late 1960s and early 1970s, young people migrated in droves to the Mendocino Coast to figure out a…
Story by Joe Beeney, PhD Though I routinely work at it, a sense of good well-being has often been elusive for me. I think I’m not alone in that. We…
It's REAL: a Note from the Publisher by Zida Borcich "Cloud Garden" by Miriam Davis Art is an integral part of life here on the coast. It permeates, reflects, and…
