We find interesting the discussion ensuing from Aug Sebastiani’s comment on KSVY about restoring the nativity scene to the Plaza. While we don’t feel strongly about that issue, it was his willingness to challenge current thinking that led us to endorse Sebastiani, a fresh thinker... Continue

We remember today our (virtual) ancestors, who some dozen generations ago fled religious persecution in Europe. The Mayflower‘s human cargo risked their lives, literally, to seek new hope in a new world. They longed for a life of freedom but found a life of hardship.... Continue

It’s that time of the American cycle, in the weeks following an election, to ponder voters’ changes in government and what message, if any, one can discern. As readers know, we don’t shy away from expressing our opinions, and today we turn our attention to... Continue

Cirrus serious We are pleased to see that The Cirrus Group has delivered its anticipated proposal to construct a new hospital here without taxpayer funding. The company officials have completed their due diligence and, apparently, like what they see in Sonoma Valley just as much... Continue

As much as we love all the seasons here in Sonoma, autumn is perhaps our favorite: the bitter and sweet smells of crush, the changing palette of trees and vines, the crisp chill in the air, the hustle of harvest and the bustle of children... Continue

Sounds like a bargain, doesn’t it? Actually, we in Sonoma are getting a good deal. There are six candidates running for City Council, each of whom would do a good job. Not many towns are in such an enviable situation, we expect. But choices have... Continue

There are two local tax measures on the November ballot. As much as we like to vote against taxes, on principle, these measures are tempting simply because the individual cost to each of us is so low. One quarter of one percent ... heck, why... Continue

Five years ago, the world witnessed a horrific event. A small band of fanatics killed thousands of innocent U.S. citizens and truly struck terror into the hearts of the rest of us. The many and varied remembrances earlier this week, on the fifth anniversary of... Continue

Parents fear little more than something bad happening to their children. As a result, we imbed in their little minds, repeating over and over, the mantra, “Be careful!” We remind them, over and over, to look both ways when crossing the street. We make them... Continue