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Mendocino news for Saturday, October 31, 2026

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Public Safety

Beach Hazards Statement for North Coast Valid Sunday 6 p.m. to Monday 10 p.m.

The National Weather Service in Eureka issued a beach hazards statement valid from Sunday at 6 p.m. until Monday at 10 p.m. The alert covers Coastal Del Norte, Northern Coastal Humboldt, Southwestern Humboldt, and Coastal Mendocino counties. Officials warn of an increased threat of sneaker waves that can unexpectedly sweep people into the sea or crush them with large objects. Residents are advised to avoid rocks, jetties, and steep beaches, and to stay far back from the water.

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Community brief · Mendocino, CA

Haunted Mendocino Walking Tour at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31

Kelley House Board Member Rob Hawthorn leads the Haunted Mendocino Walking Tour through Mendocino's historic district, sharing ghost stories tied to local homes, inns, and landmarks. The tour meets at the Kelley House Museum at 7 p.m. on Halloween, with tickets available on the Kelley House website. The Kelley House Museum is open Thursday through Monday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Community brief · Mendocino, CA

Mendocino Theatre Company Presents 'It's a Wonderful Life' Radio Play Nov. 5–Dec. 13

The Mendocino Theatre Company will stage "It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" at its venue at 45200 Little Lake St. in Mendocino, running November 5 through December 13. Previews are Thursday, November 5 and Friday, November 6, with the gala opening Saturday, November 7. Performances take place Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m., with a "Pay What You Will" performance on November 12. The production is adapted by…

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