We have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to change the fate of our Valley, throwing our support behind a creative, future-looking proposal for the 945-acre campus of the former Sonoma Developmental Center (SDC). A plan that provides sufficient, truly affordable housing for workers, young people and others... Continue
Under the Sun: Andy Weinberger, bookseller The proprietor of Reader’s Books talks with The Sun’s Anna Pier about how the shop began, 30 years in the business and his own writing career. So, 30 years. How did it all get started? It's been quite a... Continue
A statement from the NAACP Santa Rosa - Sonoma County Branch Sonoma County has a long complex history, especially when we examine the generational experiences of Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Over the last few weeks, we have seen the bravery demonstrated by Black... Continue
Santa is coming to town -- in a old fire truck. The annual visit is Friday, December 3, 5-7pm on Sonoma Plaza. Join the Sonoma Valley Volunteer Firefighter Association for a cup of Hot Chocolate as you wait for Santa to arrive at the Historic Sonoma Plaza... Continue
[caption id="attachment_115719" align="aligncenter" width="420"] At the Springs lot along Highway 12 and bordering Encino Avenue to the south, Homeless Action Sonoma plans for 18 tiny houses served by a temporary ADA compliant restroom trailer.[/caption] In a big step toward the determination to provide overnight shelter... Continue
For the 19th consecutive year, race fans and community members can help spread holiday cheer to Sonoma Valley children by donating toys to Sonoma Raceway’s High-Powered Toy Drive. All toys collected during the toy drive, which runs through Dec. 13, will be distributed to Sonoma... Continue
The Sonoma Valley Unified School District is governed by five trustee, each representing a geographic area. Based on 2020 census data, the district is looking at changing those area boundaries, and invites public comment with meetings on December 7 and January 11. Find info and... Continue
Those holiday bells don't ring themselves. Each December, F.I.S.H. provides Holiday Baskets for 550 Sonoma Valley families. The baskets are filled with fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, bread, cheese, non-perishable staples, and a dessert. Also included is a gift card, so the family can purchase... Continue
We have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to change the fate of our Valley. We can support a creative, future-looking proposal for the development of the 945-acre campus of the former Sonoma Developmental Center (SDC). It can provide sufficient truly affordable housing, arguably our single greatest need.... Continue
The Sonoma Developmental Center (SDC) Specific Plan project has developed three land use alternatives for the 900-acre property. You can access the full alternatives report and other project materials here. The final Preferred Plan, which must be submitted to the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors... Continue