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The California Highway Patrol’s Clear Lake Area office did not release the name of the 75-year-old woman killed in the crash pending the notification of next of kin.
At 4:15 p.m. Wednesday CHP officers responded to reports of a solo vehicle traffic collision involving a white 2003 Toyota Tacoma on northbound Highway 29 north of 11th Street in Lakeport.
The CHP said its preliminary investigation indicated the Toyota was traveling in the northbound No. 1 lane of Highway 29 at 65 miles per hour when, for reasons still pending further investigation, the Toyota suddenly veered in a northwesterly direction, crossing the center median and Highway 29 southbound.
The pickup went through a barbed wire fence on the west side of the freeway, across Mountainview Road, and over the descending embankment west of Mountainview Road, the CHP said.
The CHP said the Toyota crashed into a tree on the embankment and came to rest.
The driver was transported by ambulance to the hospital where she was pronounced deceased, the CHP reported.
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Lakeport Police Department, Lakeport Fire Department and Jones Towing responded to the scene and assisted the California Highway Patrol.
Alcohol and/or drug use is not suspected to be a factor in this collision.
The cause of this crash is still under investigation by Officer V. Farias-Diaz.
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The Lakeport Police Department participated in the Drug Enforcement Administration National Prescription Drug Take Back Day April 27.
This week, the agency reported on the final results of the collection event.
The police department said community members safely disposed of 58 pounds of unneeded prescription drugs, including opioids.
“We thank the community for participating in this valuable program because removing these drugs from the community prevents abuse, keeps kids safe and protects the environment,” the agency said in a statement on the event.
Additionally, in the time between the last event in October 2023 and this year, the police department collected an additional 61 pounds of prescription drugs, placing the current total turned over to the DEA at 119 pounds.
Since Jan. 1, 2019, the Lakeport Police Department has collected a total of 1,376 pounds of dangerous prescription drugs.
“We want to thank SafeRx Lake County and Lake County Health Services for assisting us with this event and for providing Naloxone, educational materials, and training to the community regarding opioids and vape products,” the department said.
The department continues to accept prescription drugs for disposal at the police station, 2025 S. Main Street, during business hours, Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
More information is available from Chief of Police Brad Rasmussen at 707-263-5491.
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The event will take place Saturday, June 22, at Mt. Konocti Winery.
Commencing with a cocktail hour, the evening will feature entertainment, a wonderful dinner and philanthropy, all in support of Lake County Farm Bureau and the LCFB Scholarship fund.
The entertainment of the evening will be provided by the Black Horse Blue Band, known for their captivating performances spanning genres from blues to rock. Guests are in for a treat with a delicious Hawaiian barbecue crafted by the masterful hands of Barbecue by Biassotti.
In addition to the culinary and musical delights, LCFB will present several awards, including the Lifetime Agricultural Achievement Award, Farm Bureau Member of the Year Award and Friend of Farming Award. These accolades pay tribute to individuals who have demonstrated exemplary dedication, leadership, and innovation within the agricultural community of Lake County.
The festivities will culminate in the anticipated dessert auction, where guests can indulge in bidding on an assortment of decadent treats, with all proceeds directly benefiting the LCFB Scholarship fund.
This scholarship fund plays a pivotal role in supporting the education and development of future leaders in agriculture, ensuring a vibrant and sustainable future for Lake County's agricultural community.
“We are privileged to extend this invitation to the community to join us for an evening of celebration and philanthropy, as we come together to support the future of agriculture in Lake County,” said Rebecca Harper, executive director of Lake County Farm Bureau. “The Love of the Land Fundraiser Dinner promises to be a memorable occasion, offering a unique opportunity to honor the achievements of our agricultural community while making a meaningful difference in the lives of aspiring agricultural leaders.”
Tickets for the Annual Love of the Land Fundraiser Dinner are available for purchase at Lake County Farm Bureau.
For more information, please contact Rebecca Harper of the Lake County Farm Bureau, telephone 707-263 0911 or email
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The California Department of Social Services has announced the upcoming launch of SUN Bucks in California, a new federal food program designed to ensure that children in families with low incomes have adequate nutrition while school is out for the summer.
“Keeping children healthy is a top priority for California, and I’m grateful to our many federal, state, and local partners for making this program a reality for California children and families,” CDSS Director Kim Johnson said. “California is among the first states in the nation to launch this new food program, which will help ensure families have food on the table during the summer.”
“I am very proud that California is among the first states in the nation to issue SUN Bucks benefits to our youth. As someone who depended on government assistance in order to combat childhood hunger, I know how critical it is to ensure that our children have access to food that supports their healthy growth and development. We know that the nutritional needs of our students do not take a break when school lets out,” said State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond. “The combination of SUN Bucks and the California Universal School Meal Program shows our children that we are committed to showing up for them year-round.”
How SUN Bucks works
Children who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals through a school meal application or an alternative income form, or who receive CalFresh, CalWORKs, or Medi-Cal, are automatically enrolled. Most families will not need to take action to receive SUN Bucks.
SUN Bucks cards are scheduled to arrive in the mail beginning June 2024 and continue through fall 2024.
Eligible families will receive SUN Bucks electronic benefits transfer, or EBT, cards that can be used just like CalFresh benefits to purchase groceries.
SUN Bucks will provide $120 per child, which is equivalent to $40 per month for the three months schools are typically closed during the summer.
This new program is being implemented in partnership with the California Department of Education, or CDE.
In addition to SUN Bucks, the Summer Meal Programs provide opportunities for children in need to access meals during the summer months.
Families can locate summer meal sites in their communities using the CA Meals for Kids App or by visiting the Summer Meal Service Sites webpage.
About the SUN Bucks Program
In December 2022, Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, which created a new, permanent Summer EBT program for states to provide food benefits to families with school-age children and low-income beginning in 2024.
In July 2023, California passed Assembly Bill 120, establishing the CDSS as the lead implementing agency, in partnership with the CDE, to maximize Summer EBT program participation for summer 2024.
SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, is being rolled-out in many parts of the country. To learn more, please see the following video featuring U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.
Children who are not automatically enrolled for SUN Bucks must apply for free or reduced-price school meals by completing and submitting a school meal application or alternative income form by Aug. 31, 2024, or they will not receive SUN Bucks benefits for summer 2024. Families can obtain the correct free or reduced-price school meal application from their school or school administrator’s office.
Due to the large number of automatically enrolled children — approximately five million — issuances will occur in two stages:
• Stage 1: Automatically enrolled children will begin receiving their cards mid-June through August. Cards will be mailed in alphabetical order by the child’s last name.
• Stage 2: Children determined eligible for free or reduced-price school meals during the summer will begin receiving their cards in late August and through fall 2024. This also includes children determined newly eligible for CalWORKs, CalFresh, or Medi-Cal.
To support card holders, the SUN Bucks helpline is available at 877-328-9677. The helpline provides automated support 24 hours a day, seven days per week. Live agents are available Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
People with general SUN Bucks questions are encouraged to visit the CDSS webpage for information. The helpline provides card holders support if they have questions about their specific SUN Bucks card.
Receiving SUN Bucks will have no bearing on eligibility for CalFresh or any other public benefit program. Also, receiving SUN Bucks does not impact immigration status. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services do not consider health, food, and housing services as part of the public charge determination. Additional information about public charge is available on the CDSS website.
Regardless of when a card is mailed or received, every SUN Bucks card will be loaded with the full $120 per child. Per federal rules, funds must be used within 122 days of the funds being loaded to the card. Any unused funds on the card will expire after 122 days. Expired benefits cannot be replaced.