Crypto this, crypto that. It seems like a new cryptocurrency is introduced every week. But what, exactly, is the cryptocurrency mania about? Essentially, it’s the privatization of currency, yet another fragmenting of society facilitated by digital technology. The underlying basis of all currencies is faith... Continue
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In FY2024-2025 Sonoma Overnight Support received an allocation of $50,000 from the Sonoma City Council to provide meals for unhoused clients at SOS’s Unity Kitchen. This funding is governed by a Memorandum of Understanding set to conclude on June 30, 2025. Twenty-two percent of the... Continue
Priority Conservation Areas (PCAs) are regionally significant areas to be protected and improved. PCAs include natural habitats, farms and ranchlands, recreation areas, urban green spaces and locations that can help fight the effects of climate change. PCAs are nominated by local jurisdictions with land use... Continue
By Anna Pier At the regular May 8 meeting of the Sonoma Valley Unified School District, the Board of Trustees addressed many important issues, including approving the layoff of 35 teachers, a retroactive raise for the Superintendent who had just resigned, a contract approval for... Continue
Temperatures are rising, grasses are drying, and fire season is near – it’s time to take measures to create defensible space around your home by managing vegetation. Proper Vegetation Management and Weed Abatement play a critical role in reducing potential fire hazards. The Sonoma Valley... Continue
The City of Sonoma invites community members to review and comment on the newly released Draft Local Economy Element of the General Plan Update. This element outlines strategies to strengthen Sonoma’s economic vitality while preserving its historic character and quality of life. It includes goals and policies... Continue
By Anna Pier Sonoma Valley Unified School Board of Trustees announce their third closed session meeting in two weeks, for Monday, June 2 at 2 p.m., apparently to name an Interim Superintendent. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the District office,... Continue
The Board of Directors for the Sonoma County Water Agency, also known as Sonoma Water, on Tuesday approved sewer service rate increases and continued support for low-income customers for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The board also amended a proposal to raise capacity charges, choosing instead... Continue
Get ready for Sonoma Valley Pride’s biggest celebration yet! Join others on the historic Sonoma Plaza for an afternoon of music, inspiration, and unity at the 2025 Pride Festival—a joyful stand for love, visibility, and freedom. The festivities kick off at 2:00 PM at the... Continue
National Weather Service...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM PDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Temperatures up to 98 expected. * WHERE...Interior Central Coast, The Santa Clara Valley and Eastern Hills, The East Bay Hills and Valleys, North Bay Interior Mountains and Valleys. *... Continue