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: Rotary Club of Lakeport; Posted On Friday, 20 October 2023 00:43; 20 October 2023

Rotary Club of Lakeport demonstrates generosity amidst unforeseen culinary extravaganza

**From left to right, Rotary Club of Lakeport President Mark Lipps, a Sunrise homeless shelter staffer and Pastor David Moon-Wainwright. Courtesy photo.**

LAKEPORT, Calif. — In an unexpected turn of events, the Rotary Club of Lakeport found themselves amidst an abundant feast at their recent meeting, thanks to a communication mishap with the kitchen staff at the renowned O'Meara Brothers Brewing Co.

This unintended abundance of food led the club to take an inspiring initiative, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to community service and compassion.

The Rotary Club of Lakeport, an organization known for its dedication to community betterment, had scheduled a meeting at the esteemed O'Meara Brothers Brewing Co.

However, a miscommunication regarding the quantity of food resulted in a culinary surprise of epic proportions.

The kitchen staff at O'Meara Brothers Brewing Company prepared a lavish spread that included succulent prime rib, delectable chicken in mushroom sauce, and a multitude of mouthwatering side dishes.

Rather than let this surplus of gourmet food go to waste, the Rotary Club of Lakeport decided to transform the situation into a heartwarming act of kindness.

They promptly paid the restaurant for the entire sum of the prepared food and took the initiative to have it packaged for transport.

With the food securely packed and ready for distribution, members of the Rotary Club made their way to the Lakeport homeless shelter.

Upon arrival at the shelter, the residents were treated to a feast fit for kings. The savory aroma of prime rib and chicken in mushroom sauce wafted through the shelter. The residents enjoyed a delightful meal that transcended the boundaries of social and economic status, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.

This unexpected culinary extravaganza served as a reminder of the Rotary Club of Lakeport's commitment to making a difference in the community.

They believe that every opportunity, even those arising from unforeseen events, can be transformed into an act of kindness and service. Their actions speak volumes about their dedication to improving the lives of those in need.

The Rotary Club of Lakeport would like to express its heartfelt gratitude to O'Meara Brothers Brewing Company for their understanding and support in this matter, as well as their commitment to local community engagement.

The Rotary Club of Lakeport is a dedicated group of community leaders who work tirelessly to improve the lives of Lakeport residents. Their service projects span various areas, from providing scholarships to local students to supporting community development and humanitarian initiatives.

For more information, please visit www.rotarylakeport.org.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Tuesday, 17 October 2023 00:58; 17 October 2023

Kelseyville Presbyterian Church to hold Christmas and rummage sale Oct. 20 and 21

KELSEYVILLE, Calif. — Kelseyville Presbyterian Church is planning a special Christmas and fall rummage sale this week.

The sale will be held on Friday, Oct. 20, and Saturday, Oct. 21, in the Friendship Hall.

Sale hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.

The church’s fall sale will include an emphasis on Christmas — which is right around the corner, so the sale offers a chance to get a jumpstart on holiday shopping.

There will be many wonderful items for Christmas, from decorations to gifts for children and adults.

Items offered in the church’s fall rummage sale include a wide variety of toys, both new and gently used, along with jewelry, sporting goods, camping supplies, duck decoys, bicycles, housewares, dishes, silverware, craft items, vases, cutlery, small items of furniture, bedding and pillows, small appliances, shoes, books, baskets and more.

Proceeds will benefit the Presbyterian Women and their community projects.

Kelseyville Presbyterian Church is located at 5340 Third St., at the corner of Third and Church streets, one block off of Main Street.

For more information call 707-279-1104 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

: Office of Congressman Mike Thompson; Posted On Monday, 16 October 2023 13:40; 16 October 2023

Thompson announces extended tax filing deadline

On Monday, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that IRS extended the tax deadline for most California taxpayers to Nov. 16, 2023.

Following last winter’s natural disasters, the IRS had originally extended the deadline to today, Oct. 16.

“Our state has been ground zero for significant climate events that have significantly harmed our communities,” said Thompson. “The tax deadline extension announced by the IRS is going to provide additional time for California taxpayers to file their taxes. This is a positive step after Rep. Doug LaMalfa, Rep. Kevin Kiley, and I urged the IRS to extend the filing deadline.

“I am focused on using this additional time to get my legislation to exempt PG&E Fire Victims Trust payments from taxes passed out of the House, through the Senate, and signed into law by President Biden. Wildfire survivors should not pay taxes on these settlements, and the extension provides valuable time to pass the bill.”

Thanks to this extension, most individuals and businesses in California will now have until Nov. 16 to file their 2022 returns and pay any tax due.

IRS relief is based on three different FEMA disaster declarations covering severe winter storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides over a period of several months.

The IRS normally provides relief, including postponing various tax filing and payment deadlines, for any area designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA.

As long as their address of record is in a disaster-area locality, individual and business taxpayers automatically get the extra time, without having to ask for it. The current list of eligible localities is always available on the disaster relief page on IRS.gov.

What returns and payments qualify for the Nov. 16 deadline?

Eligible returns and payments include:

• 2022 individual income tax returns and payments normally due on April 18.
• For eligible taxpayers, 2022 contributions to IRAs and health savings accounts.
• Quarterly estimated tax payments normally due on April 18, June 15 and Sept. 15.
• Calendar-year 2022 partnership and S corporation returns normally due on March 15.
• Calendar-year 2022 corporate and fiduciary income tax returns and payments normally due on April 18.
• Quarterly payroll and excise tax returns normally due on May 1, July 31 and Oct. 31.
• Calendar-year 2022 returns filed by tax-exempt organizations normally due on May 15.

Other returns, payments and time-sensitive tax-related actions also qualify for the extra time. See the IRS disaster relief page for details.

Do taxpayers need to do anything to benefit from this relief?

The IRS automatically provides filing and penalty relief to any taxpayer with an IRS address of record located in the disaster area. Therefore, taxpayers do not need to contact the agency to get this relief.

It is possible an affected taxpayer may not have an IRS address of record located in the disaster area, for example, because they moved to the disaster area after filing their return. In these kinds of unique circumstances, the affected taxpayer could receive a late filing or late payment penalty notice from the IRS for the postponement period. The taxpayer should call the number on the notice to have the penalty abated.

In addition, the IRS will work with any taxpayer who lives outside the disaster area but whose records necessary to meet a deadline occurring during the postponement period are located in the affected area. Taxpayers qualifying for relief who live outside the disaster area need to contact the IRS at 866-562-5227. This also includes workers assisting the relief activities who are affiliated with a recognized government or philanthropic organization.

Thompson represents California’s Fourth Congressional District, which includes all or part of Lake, Napa, Solano, Sonoma and Yolo counties.

: UNITED STATES FOREST SERVICE; Posted On Thursday, 19 October 2023 00:56; 19 October 2023

Forest Service to begin accepting applications for permanent seasonal jobs

The USDA Forest Service is accepting applications for permanent seasonal jobs between Oct. 19 and Nov. 22.

There are hundreds of entry-level permanent seasonal forestry technician and forestry aid positions available in exciting and rewarding locations across the nation, including 307 positions in California.

The Forest Service manages over 193 million acres of the nation’s forests and grasslands, and the jobs are as diverse as the landscapes it manages.

Forestry aids and technicians work in a variety of natural resource and recreation functions and can make a difference by helping to reduce the threat of wildfires, improve habitats for wildlife, decrease the spread of invasive plant species, enhance visitor experiences, and so much more.

These positions are ideal for individuals who are dedicated, hardworking, and committed to protecting and preserving the nation's forests and natural resources.

Seasonal employment is a great way to begin a lifelong career with the Forest Service and make an impact on managing these landscapes for future generations. Permanent seasonal positions offer a 13/13 schedule, which means employees work 13 pay periods (6 months) and have the remaining 13 pay periods (6 months) off. These positions have career status and may be increased to 18/8 (18 pay periods of work, 8 pay periods off) or a full 26 pay periods of work based on unit needs and funding.

Positions will be open to the public and available in various locations throughout the country. Applications will be accepted on USAJOBS, and interested candidates are encouraged to review the information provided on the Forest Service website. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals who are at least 18 years old.

More information can be found online at the U.S. Forest Service’s website.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Tuesday, 17 October 2023 00:51; 17 October 2023

Scientists explore life in the deep waters off the California coast

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The Redbud Audubon Society is excited to be hosting Dr. James Barry, marine ecologist and Senior Scientist from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute at Redbud’s Thursday, Oct. 19 Zoom program meeting.

The program starts at 7 p.m. Advanced registration is required. To register go to www.redbudaudubon.org and click on the registration link on the home page.

Dr. James Barry leads a scientific team at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, or MBARI, that uses advanced technology developed by the institute to study biology and ecology of animals on the deep seafloor.

They range from towering corals that grow on seamount slopes to tiny crabs that hitchhike on the bellies of sea pigs.

MBARI is a nonprofit oceanographic research center located in Moss Landing, California.

Founded by the late Silicon Valley innovator and philanthropist David Packard in 1987, the Institute’s mission is to advance marine science and technology to understand a changing ocean.

MBARI researchers have made astonishing discoveries in the deep waters off the California coast.

Dr. Barry leads MBARI’s Benthic “Biology and Ecology Team, which seeks to better understand life on the deep seafloor and how climate change will affect this community.

Dr. Barry and his collaborators recently shed new light on the Octopus Garden, the largest known aggregation of octopus in the world.

Thousands of deep-sea pearl octopus migrate to an inactive underwater volcano off Central California to nest at hydrothermal springs two miles beneath the ocean surface.

The warm water dramatically shortens the long incubation period that would normally occur at these cold ocean depths.

Dr. Barry’s Zoom talk will include fascinating videos of deep-sea animals.

Dr. Barry earned a BA in Zoology and MA in Biology at San Jose State University and a PhD in Oceanography from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. In addition to his research, Dr. Barry collaborated with MBARI’s education and conservation partner, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, to develop the Into the Deep exhibition that brings visitors face-to-face with deep-sea animals and offers a deeper dive into the institute’s work.

MBARI also collaborates with NOAA’s Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, which has a direct tie to MBARI’s recent work at the Octopus Garden.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Thursday, 12 October 2023 02:59; 12 October 2023

Students from Middletown High School participate in 2023 Shasta Forestry Challenge

**From left to right, Middletown High students CJ Green, Ethan Melvin, Alyssa Judson, Desarae Chiffoleau, Lilian Solis and Katelynn Ramos, advisor. Courtesy photo.**

SHINGLETOWN, Calif. — Five students from Middletown High School participated recently in the 2023 Shasta Forestry Challenge, one group of a total of 95 high school students from 15 schools from northern and central California.

The event took place Sept. 27 to 30 at Mountain Meadows Camp, east of Shingletown, California.

One of the highlights for the students this year was the opportunity to evaluate fuel reduction treatments at Noble Demonstration State Forest.

Students will collect data and determine if the treated areas are compliant with state standards for shaded fuel breaks.

During the challenge, teams of students also completed a field test to assess their technical forestry knowledge and data collecting skills.

Alyssa Judson, a sophomore at Middletown High School summed it up as follows: “It’s a good program to see what forestry is really about. They show you the science behind it and the meaning of what a forester does.”

Community

Rotary Club of Lakeport demonstrates generosity amidst unforeseen culinary extravaganza

Kelseyville Presbyterian Church to hold Christmas and rummage sale Oct. 20 and 21

Thompson announces extended tax filing deadline

Forest Service to begin accepting applications for permanent seasonal jobs

Scientists explore life in the deep waters off the California coast

Students from Middletown High School participate in 2023 Shasta Forestry Challenge

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