SB 868 would, until January 1, 2030, exempt a portable solar generation device, as defined, from all interconnection requirements imposed by state law, the commission, electrical corporation rules, or local publicly owned electric utility rules, as specified. The bill would, until January 1, 2030, prohibit... Continue
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The Sonoma Valley Fire District (SVFD) hosted a memorial celebration for the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks today, at the installation of its new 9/11 Memorial, recently completed at Station 1, 630 Second Street West, in Sonoma. The memorial is built around a steel... Continue
KSVY Broadcast Celebrates America 250 The Sonoma Valley Historical Society invites the public to tune into Radio KSVY 91.3 FM to listen to the dramatic reading of "Dearest Friend," a two character play by Peter Manos, that chronicles the true story of John and Abigail... Continue
Are you passionate about climate action, the arts, historic preservation, parks, or youth leadership? Want to play a hands-on role in shaping decisions that impact Sonoma and the surrounding region? The City of Sonoma is currently accepting applications for several City and regional commissions and... Continue
By Domenic Carinalli Sonoma County organic dairy farmer and conventional winegrape grower It’s been fairly warm, and the cows are doing very well. Milk production is about right. Prices are good. There’s a lot of people that are breeding their dairy cows to beef, which... Continue
Beginning in November 2026, Sonoma City Council Members will be elected by district. Learn what changed, when districts vote, and how to find your district. Under the district-based election system, voters elect the Council Member representing the district in which they live. City services, representation,... Continue
Hilary Campbell is a New Yorker Magazine cartoonist, humorist and author who just happens to have been born and raised right here in Sonoma. Continue
by Dan Walters This article was originally published by CalMatters One might think — or at least hope — that scientific research would be an important factor as politicians contemplate changes in public policy. Alas, it’s generally given no more weight than other inputs, such as... Continue
“Rich white guys have always made the rules.” I’m teaching High School Civics again for the first time in years, and we are starting with creating eight-page books depicting the actual language of the Preamble to the Constitution, with the student’s opinion below it. The... Continue
Voters will make decisions on topics of housing, government fee increases, state finances, recall elections and more. PROPOSITION 1 California's housing crisis is on the ballot this November, and it carries a multibillion-dollar price tag. If passed, Proposition 1, also known as the Veterans and... Continue