Rep. Thompson on meeting Trump on tax reform

Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) met with the President and a bipartisan group of members of the House Committee on Ways and Means today at the White House “Today’s meeting with the President was an important first step towards bipartisan tax reform,” said Rep. Thompson. “It was... Continue

‘Fiscal Cliff’ looming for Health Center — how to help

The Sonoma Valley Community Health Center is asking for advocates to fight huge budget cuts that Congress will decide on September 30. The national Health Center Program is facing a 70% reduction in funding -- the "fiscal cliff" -- pending a vote that is apart from any debate... Continue

Chapter 10: What ever happened to Rachel Fischer?

Rachel makes a quick visit to Joan’s house and discovers she’s gone out for a spin in the Jag – a risky adventure that often ends with a tow truck. She tidies up a bit, waters the garden, changes the water for the Shirleys, then... Continue

Changing Medicare would threaten Hispanics’ health

Hispanics are fifty percent more likely than whites to die from diabetes and liver disease. This gap could widen if lawmakers proceed with a plan to alter the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit. The Part D program has increased access to prescription drugs for... Continue

Hot on the trail

Ambassadors from The Lodge at Sonoma volunteered their time and muscle to do some trail maintenance on the Sonoma Overlook Trail on Sunday. The crew cleaned drainage ditches in preparation for the rainy season, and donated funds to help with future trail maintenance and upkeep. Continue

Sonoma Arts Live actors, shows nominated for regional awards

[caption id="attachment_81519" align="aligncenter" width="420"] Amanda Pederson and Dani Innocenti Beam are nominated for acting awards for their work in "Gypsy."[/caption] Lead by its production of “Gypsy,” Sonoma Arts Live has garnered multiple nominations from two regional Bay Area Bay Area Theater awards organizations. The Theatre... Continue

Will taxpayers trust the GOP again?

The California GOP is rapidly approaching the edge of a black hole from which there is no escape. But rather than reverse course by appealing to the needs and aspirations of average Californians, the response by some Republicans in the Legislature is to rush forward... Continue

No-cost mammogram program at SV Hospital

Throughout the month of October, Sonoma Valley Hospital’s Women’s Health Center will offer no-cost mammograms for uninsured and underinsured Sonoma Valley women over the age of 40. The screening program, known as Project Pink, is made available as a community service through a special grant... Continue

Another banner day for Sonoma Valley students

[caption id="attachment_83168" align="aligncenter" width="420"] In addition to ringing Sonoma Plaza, 'I Choose' banners proudly fly at Sonoma Valley High School.[/caption] As part of the Sun’s series showcasing the K-12 public school students featured on the new “I Choose” banners that circle the Plaza, here are... Continue

Fall into organizing

By Kari Wishingrad | For The Sonoma Sun The days still may be still plenty, but the Summer season has come to a close. Kids are back at school, vacations are over and we are heading into the Holiday season and the end of the... Continue