Marvin Jason Ramirez, a student from Sonoma Valley High School, has already made a mark in 2018 – his photograph will be part of Bank of Marin’s annual community calendar. His “Sunrise in Sonoma” was chosen from over 200 images for submitted by Bay Area... Continue
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The “out of city” seats on City of Sonoma commissions are intended to provide a way for valley residents to gain some influence in city decision-making. Historically, appointees to these seats have been residents of The Springs, or parts of the valley community adjacent to the... Continue
Jonny Westom, executive director of the Sonoma Valley Visitors’ Bureau (SVVB), today announced plans to depart the SVVB to accept the new position as executive director of Visit Dana Point, California. Westom, his wife and young son are relocating in order to be closer their... Continue
In October we witnessed and experienced the worst fire and calamity in California to date. The community at large in Sonoma Valley has not stopped thanking and acknowledging the various heroes who have helped during this time. They shared their courage, caring and support to... Continue
The Sonoma Board County Board of Supervisors today awarded a prestigious Jefferson Award to Richard Dale, executive director of the Sonoma Ecology Center, for “Excellence in Community Leadership and Civic Engagement.” Dale this year developed the Sustainable Sonoma initiative, which has gathered leaders working on... Continue
Now's your chance to weigh-in on Hwy. 37, as the local transportation agencies begin their process of evaluating options going forward. Want a private toll road? Worried about flooding? Is the worsening traffic making you crazy? The transportation agencies working to improve SR 37 include:... Continue
By Dr. B.J. Bischoff -- Recently I was in a meeting with the leader of a Sonoma County nonprofit organization. I knew she had lost her home to the Tubbs Fire in October, so we started chatting about her experience in fleeing her home and finding... Continue
From four teens recognized for achievement in the face of adversity, Dulce Mexicano is the Sonoma Valley Boys and Girls Clubs Youth of the Year. The eighth annual honor recognizes service to the club, community and family; academic success; strong moral character; life goals; and... Continue
A Fire Relief Financial Assistance Program is being offered at La Luz Center through January 15, 2018. Up to $750,000 of Redwood Credit Union-collected relief funds will be disbursed to fire-effected families and individuals, in amounts up to $3,500. Applications will be taken on Wednesdays,... Continue
In October, a concerned parent filed a records request for September communications between the Sonoma County Office of Education (SCOE) and the Sonoma Valley Unified School District (SVUSD). What this parent learned, and has shared with The Sun, was alarming. A September 29, 2017 letter... Continue