The item before the Planning Commission is for a Study Session discussion in accordance with SMC 19.52.040(B) (see PC Study Sessions Guidelines). A study session provides an opportunity for Planning Commissioners to identify potential land use issues or concerns with a proposed project. The applicant... Continue
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A stretch of breezy to gusty weather is expected through Monday, May 18th with the strongest winds expected Saturday through Sunday night. Combined with dry vegetation and low humidity, fire weather concerns will remain elevated across inland areas. What to Expect: Gusty winds 20–35 mph... Continue
While California gas prices have dropped two cents in the past week, the average for a regular gallon of gasoline in the Golden State is $6.14, which is up 26 cents from where it was a month ago and up $1.22 from a year ago.... Continue
2nd Annual MusicNomad's Battle of the Bands Head down to the Plaza for lunch on Saturday and catch some of Northern California's best middle and high school garage bands at the 2nd Annual MusicNomad's Battle of the Bands on Saturday, May 16 from 12 - 5 pm at the... Continue
Local artists are joining together to support Vintage House’s annual fundraising event Gather in the Garden. Forty artists will exhibit floral and garden-themed original art work, available to view and purchase. The exhibit will feature a silent auction and sale with proceeds benefitting Vintage House. ... Continue
By Steven Serafini Sonoma Valley Sun Sports Editor It’s been 10 years since I retired from being Sports Editor at the Sonoma Index-Tribune. I withdrew from the field, so-to-speak, so I could put all my energies into the life-long passions I’m always working to fulfill... Continue
Honoring the Old, Respecting the Present, & Planting for the Future By Sedra Nathan, Hannah Aclufi, and Vincent Distrola Symbology of Plants The tradition of associating flowers with birth months dates back centuries and spans continents. In May, that tradition names designates symbolic birth flowers... Continue
Sonoma Valley radio station, KSVY 93.1 FM, has announced a Community Media Forum, focused on shaping the future of local media. The event follows a listener survey as part of a three-year strategic roadmap for the station. Forum organizers say the event is designed to... Continue
Take Simple Steps to Prevent Tick Bites According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Lyme disease remains the most common vector-borne disease in the United States. Officials at the Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District are reminding residents that taking simple precautions before,... Continue