The wonderful poem quoted alongside came to mind this week, as we pondered the striking constellation of big issues currently under consideration in the local halls of government: a new law against homeowners allowing alcohol at teen parties, decisions about maintaining programs in the public... Continue
Editorials
So begins the existential French expression, meaning that the more things change, the more they stay the same. This phrase comes to mind as we ponder the recent direction by the Sonoma City Council to develop a solicitation for proposals to manage the farmers market,... Continue
How nice to leave on your own terms. We’re thinking of Micaela Philpot, the principal at Sonoma Valley High School, who announced on Monday that she was stepping down at the end of this school year. This is in sharp contrast to the commotion almost... Continue
“I don’t make jokes,” Will Rogers is said to have commented regarding the source of his humor. “I just watch the government and report the facts.” This column has had a steady supply of material from the hospital board in years past: put it here,... Continue
We are not alone We’ll leave for another day the whole “life on other worlds” debate. For the moment, we’re simply fascinated by the incredible variety of life on this world. After the recent rains we’ve seen scores of raccoons out and about; they must... Continue
“Excuse me,” said someone we met recently, “but I have a cold.” He said this by way of explaining why he was not shaking hands. That was, of course, fine with us – who wants to catch someone else’s cold? But still, it felt odd,... Continue
That’s always a good idea, depending of course on where and how. We want to remind our readers of the opportunity next Tuesday, Oct. 13, to express their opinions. The school board is scheduled then to consider the proposal by Gary De Smet, one of... Continue
We all wear masks. It’s human nature. We smile and “put on a happy face,” as the saying goes. We project an image of ourselves that we want others to see. Insecure? Smile harder. Vulnerable? Don’t let it show. Starved for attention? Lots of ways... Continue
Dreams do come true The boys water polo team at Sonoma Valley High School has arrived. For the first time in five years, the team has won a league game. Matched up Wednesday afternoon against perennial powerhouse and defending league champion Cardinal Newman, the Dragon... Continue
Readers will recognize this topic as one the Editorial Board addressed recently. We received the letter below from Gary De Smet, one of the five trustees elected to lead the Sonoma Valley Unified School District. In light of the coming public meeting and the importance... Continue