Dharma: “We’ve been brought here for a very short time, against our will, and we don’t know why.” I love that line. But what is the point of our birth, life and death? Why are we here? What is our purpose? These thoughts keep some... Continue
New research shows how blocking mobile internet can significantly boost one's mental health, focus, and well-being Continue
At press time, the country is freaked out (a/k/a “aghast”) at the seemingly endless violence sweeping the Nation. Shootings, stabbings, explosions and riots seem to be constant, and vile exchanges (e.g., “#!!&*% you, too!”) flood social media. But relax. Just Relax. We can handle this.... Continue
Following a recent walking tour that convinced City Councilmember Jack Ding of its potential, the Sonoma City Council will vote March 5 on adopting Greenlinks, a cost-effective initiative to connect the city's existing pedestrian pathways and green spaces. "I was amazed at how much is... Continue
Given that sleep is essential for the body to repair and restore itself, why can some people get by with less sleep? Continue
By Larry Barnett When I was growing up in the ‘50s the only tattoos I saw were on the arms of working men, either patriotic images of Stars and Stripes or hearts emblazoned with the word “Mother.” The world of tattoos has changed, however, and... Continue
By Anna Pier The day Rebecca Hermosillo was sworn in as our District One Supervisor, Sonoma's Betzy Chavez began work as her bilingual Field Representative to our Valley. She works at the East Sonoma County Services Center, 19080 Lomita Avenue, Sonoma. How long have you... Continue
How long can fossil fuel dominance last? The Stone Age didn’t end because the world ran out of stones Continue
Latest recall WARNING: CHECK YOUR TUNA! Tuna being sold under store brand names, or at Costco, Trader Joe's, Safeway, Walmart and other stores from Tri-Union Seafoods, has been recalled by the Food & Drug Administration due to possible deadly botulism from the can's lid. Although... Continue
The Redwood Chapter of the Sierra Club has sent the following letter to Tennis Wick of Permit Sonoma and the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors stating its opposition to Eldridge Renewal's proposed development application for the former Sonoma Developmental Center. Dear Mr. Wick and Mr.... Continue