The value of local food systems has been a recurring subject, made all the more important by the ongoing health crisis. By Seth Dolinsky | Sonoma Farm Scene The value of local food systems has been a recurring subject, made all the more important by... Continue

Her route included an unplanned stop at the County jail. The woman apprehended on a public bus after allegedly robbing Sonoma’s Union Bank on Wednesday has been identified as Porschia Jhonette Napalan, 43 of San Francisco. Police say she emerged from the bank at about... Continue

When you hear the term “dude ranch” you might envision cowboys leading trail rides in the Rocky Mountains, or easterners in fancy garb sitting around a campfire in a Southwestern desert. Sonoma County doesn’t usually come to mind, but it should – there were dude... Continue

A bright, bold design now expressed as two huge outdoor murals started out, admits the artist Elsa Winter, as a doodle. A small drawing speaking to big themes, one that would ultimately be “supersized” by a crew of student volunteers. “I’ve always been really inspired... Continue

The Redwood Empire Food Bank, which serves all of Sonoma County and beyond, urgently needs more volunteers in order to keep feeding families. Restrictions are lifting. And, while many people are returning to work, many aren’t. Unfortunately, it’s the perfect storm for the Redwood Empire... Continue

Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation, in partnership with UCSF Health, will host the inaugural Women's Health Symposium, a fundraiser set for May 13. This virtual educational event is open to the community and will bring together local, regional, and community leaders to interact with world-renowned UCSF... Continue

  It must be spring. The Tuesday Night Farmers Market opened tonight on Sonoma Plaza, Tuesday, May 4. The modified market -- fruit, produce and packaged foods; no food trucks -- initiated its 2021 season, 3:30 pm – 6:30 through September. The tradition is presented... Continue

Though no big-crowd parade or Plaza party can yet resume, there will be a Fourth of July Fireworks show, the Sonoma Volunteer Firefighters’ Association announced today. The volunteer effort will be higher, bigger and better than ever, according to the SVFA. The show, launched from the... Continue