Ed Foundation expands Classroom Grants program

The Sonoma Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) has upgraded its Classroom Grants program, including increasing the amount teachers and staff can apply for from $500 to $1,000 per grant. Additionally, the SVEF has also expanded funding guidelines to allow teachers to apply for continuing education opportunities. This... Continue

In de-fence of Sonoma Valley wildlife

Old, decrepit fences on Sonoma Developmental Center land pose a hazard for creatures passing through the area’s important wildlife corridor -- animals can collide with or get entangled in the ‘'relic fencing.’ But the Sonoma Ecology Center has a crew -- dubbed the Department of... Continue

Springs Municipal Advisory Council has an opening

First District Supervisor Susan Gorin invites community members to apply for positions in local policymaking bodies, including the Springs Municipal Advisory Council. Applications and a list of all boards, commissions, and committees to which the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors appoints members is available online... Continue

Jack Ding is Sonoma’s new Mayor

Vice-Mayor Jack Ding was selected as Sonoma's new Mayor. His term begins immediately and runs until December of 2022. In accepting the position, Jack made the following remarks: "I am honored to be your mayor, the City of Sonoma. As a proud Sonoman, I want... Continue

Under the Sun: Andy Weinberger, bookseller

Under the Sun: Andy Weinberger, bookseller The proprietor of Reader’s Books talks with The Sun’s Anna Pier about how the shop began, 30 years in the business and his own writing career. So, 30 years. How did it all get started? It's been quite a... Continue

NAACP fires back at Sonoma Sheriff’s latest ‘attack on human rights’

A statement from the NAACP Santa Rosa - Sonoma County Branch Sonoma County has a long complex history, especially when we examine the generational experiences of Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Over the last few weeks, we have seen the bravery demonstrated by Black... Continue

Reindeers’ night off

Santa is coming to town -- in a old fire truck. The annual visit is Friday, December 3, 5-7pm on Sonoma Plaza. Join the Sonoma Valley Volunteer Firefighter Association for a cup of Hot Chocolate as you wait for Santa to arrive at the Historic Sonoma Plaza... Continue

Springs’ housing for the homeless takes shape

[caption id="attachment_115719" align="aligncenter" width="420"] At the Springs lot along Highway 12 and bordering Encino Avenue to the south, Homeless Action Sonoma plans for 18 tiny houses served by a temporary ADA compliant restroom trailer.[/caption] In a big step toward the determination to provide overnight shelter... Continue

Sonoma Raceway revs up annual Toy Drive

For the 19th consecutive year, race fans and community members can help spread holiday cheer to Sonoma Valley children by donating toys to Sonoma Raceway’s High-Powered Toy Drive. All toys collected during the toy drive, which runs through Dec. 13, will be distributed to Sonoma... Continue

SV School District looks at changing trustee areas

The Sonoma Valley Unified School District is governed by five trustee, each representing a geographic area. Based on 2020 census data, the district is looking at changing those area boundaries, and invites public comment with meetings on December 7 and January 11. Find info and... Continue

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