School District’s plan for voluntary ‘instructional packets’ during virus break

This letter was sent out Friday by the Sonoma Valley Unified School District: Dear Sonoma Valley Families, "We hope this message finds you well, healthy and taking care of your families. Thank you for your patience as we navigate the complicated and confusing situation we... Continue

Sonoma Transit reduces Sonoma service

Local bus route 30, connecting Sonoma with Santa Rosa, is now running weekdays on its limited Saturday schedule, part of the County's pandemic response. The shift cuts weekday service from ten runs to just four. The schedule for Sonoma/Sonoma Valley (32) is unchanged. Starting today, and... Continue

The differences between Medicare supplement insurance and Medicare advantage

Health insurance has become a necessity especially with the ever-increasing cases of diseases and outbreaks. There are so many reasons why everyone should invest in health insurance. Medical care is becoming expensive by the day and footing for health care costs out of pocket will... Continue

Our world has turned upside down

Everything we believed was true has become subject to question or even reversal; everything we relied upon has shifted. On a larger scale, the world – which we who lived and loved in the ‘60s believed we had influenced and changed for future generations –... Continue

A world turned upside down

5 unexpected things that could go wrong with your event, and how to solve them

The event planning process requires hard work and dedication. From catering to the guest list to the décor, there are many activities that require scheduling and coordination. A single mistake can cause many adverse impacts, and you should, therefore, learn of the possible pitfalls and... Continue

Landlords, show some compassion

Editors and Landlords: During this crisis, I hope all landlords who rent to stores and families will give their tenants a compassionate break and not charge rent to small businesses that have had to close as well as families who have been layed off from... Continue

Latest memo from SV School District

See the more current letter, sent out Friday, March 2o Socorro Shiels, Superintendent of the Sonoma Valley Unified School District, today (March 19) distributed this letter: Sonoma Valley Community: Thank you for staying Valley Strong during these incredibly challenging times. As you know, information is changing... Continue

Landlords, please show some compassion

Sonoma County goes full C-19 lockdown at midnight

Sonoma County has issued a Health Order directing residents to shelter in place effective at midnight (12:00am) on Wednesday March 18, 2020. The rule limits activity, travel and business functions to "only the most basic and essential needs." Grocery stores, gas stations, banks and health-related... Continue