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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Forecasters are predicting rain on Wednesday to be followed by several days of clear weather.
The National Weather Service said a weather system was set to move into Northern California late Tuesday night, bringing with it showers and isolated thunderstorms.
The forecast for Lake County called for a 20-percent chance of rain overnight – less than a tenth of an inch was expected – accompanied by light winds and gusts of up to 21 miles per hour.
On Wednesday, forecasters anticipate a 50-percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with another tenth of an inch of rain predicted plus more gusty winds.
In most parts of the county – with the exception of the Lakeport area – the forecast calls for a 20-percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Wednesday night.
From Thursday onward, conditions are forecast to be clear and sunny, with daytime highs in the low 80s and nighttime lows in the low 50s.
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LAKEPORT, Calif. – A special event on autism awareness will be held on Saturday, April 30, in downtown Lakeport.
The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the gazebo in Library Park.
Hank Smith, author of “Sticks and Stones, A Father’s Journey Into Autism” will be the guest speaker. His son, Ian, will demonstrate his nationally recognized yo yo tricks.
Bring an instrument, a potluck dish and your walking shoes for a fun afternoon sponsored by California Mentor.
Call 707-263-5875 for more information.
KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – The Lake County Democratic Club has invited two guest speakers to its monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 10.
Dave McQueen, superintendent of the Kelseyville Unified School District, will speak to the club about the Kelseyville school bond which will be on the June primary ballot.
Don Saylor, candidate for Assembly District 4, will address the club after McQueen.
There will be a brief business meeting before the speakers at 6:30 p.m. The first speaker will begin at approximately 7 p.m.
Democratic Club meetings are held in the social hall of the Lower Lake Community United Methodist Church, 16255 Second St., on the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m.
Meetings are open to the public. Membership is open to all registered Democrats.
The Lake County Democratic Club is an officially chartered club of the Democratic Party of Lake County.
For more information visit www.lakecountydemocraticclub.org or contact the club at

LOWER LAKE, Calif. – Come take a dip under the sea this week as the Lower Lake High School Drama Club and Konocti Unified School District present a production of “The Little Mermaid.”
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 29, and Saturday, April 30. On Sunday, May 1, the show will start at 2 p.m.
Join the fun and watch a timeless classic that young and old will enjoy.
The show will be performed in the multipurpose room at Lower Lake High School, 9430 Lake St.
Tickets are $10 for students, $11 for senior citizens and $12 for adults.

Jacob Daniel Steely
April 10, 1977- April 21, 2016
Jake lived a life worth living. He was a man of character, courage, integrity and joy.
He found purpose and happiness with his wife, Lynda, and five children. His family cherished many fond memories of shared adventures and lessons learned.
He embraced life without grudges or resentment and was a true friend to many.
His memory and legacy will live on through countless lives.
He leaves behind more family and friends than can be named. Each and every life that he touched acutely feels the loss of such a incredible man.
Until we meet again.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, telephone 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .

KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – Harry passed away peacefully at home, with his wife Dorothy “Bunny” at his side on April 15, 2016.
A native son of Denmark, Harry immigrated to the United States in 1948, and became a citizen in 1952.
Harry served in United States Air Force during the Korean War as a drill instructor.
He eventually settled in Santa Rosa in the 1960s. Harry and Bunny moved to Kelseyville in 1995.
As a community service activist, wherever Harry lived he was involved with his community and its projects. He also was an active member in the Lions Club and United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 8-8 of Lake County.
Harry is survived by his wife, Bunny; sons, Steve and Rick De Lope’; daughter, Cindy Higgins; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his extended family in Denmark.
A memorial service will be held at the Mountain Lions Clubhouse on May 1 at 1 p.m. in Cobb. For more information please call 707-349-3202.
Donations in Harry’s name can be sent to Mountain Lions, P.O. Box 701, Cobb, CA. 95426.
Arrangements entrusted to Jones Mortuary www.jonesmortuary.com FD311, Lakeport, CA.

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