During Europe’s medieval period guilds dominated the working environment; apprentices learned their trade at the feet of a master craftsman. From shoemakers to bakers to blacksmiths, a trade was not simply a livelihood, but provided a valuable, stable and reliable place within society. The rise... Continue
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Planning is moving forward on a major recycled water expansion project in Sonoma Valley. This improvement will help reduce groundwater pumping in critically depleted areas while increasing long-term water supply reliability for local agricultural and irrigation users. The project includes installation of approximately 2.5 miles of... Continue
This is the third Housing Update newsletter aimed at keeping Sonoma County residents, developers, service providers, and other interested parties up to date about housing-related news, regulatory changes, opportunities, and incentives. Housing Policy Changes ADU Code Update & Resources "Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are small... Continue
by Yue Stella Yu and Kristen Hwang The article was originally published by CalMatters On Nov. 3, Californians will vote on 14 statewide ballot measures on environment, taxation, election, housing and healthcare. For months, interest groups sponsoring ballot initiatives spent heavily on ad blitzes and signature gathering to get... Continue
Also Will Play a Concert in the Amphitheater By Anna Pier Sonoma's Hometown Band will sport new uniforms in the 2026 Fourth of July Parade, in celebration of the 250th Anniversary. The beloved local institution was formed in 1967 by Richard Schneider, a retired music... Continue
The County of Sonoma Fire Marshal will suspend all outdoor burning within the unincorporated areas of Sonoma County beginning at 8 a.m. on June 15, in coordination with CAL FIRE's burn permit suspension for the North Bay region. The suspension is being implemented due to... Continue
Sonoma Valley Hospital recognized for delivering health equity and high value care in addition to great clinical outcomes. Sonoma Valley Hospital has been named one of the most socially responsible hospitals in the nation, earning an Honor Roll spot on the 2026 Lown Hospitals Index.... Continue
By Larry Barnett A subsidiary of Tidewater Capital, a San Francisco development firm valued at more than $450 million, now owns three properties previously part of the Mattson portfolio and is developing plans to transform the three parcels into housing. The three properties include the... Continue
This Burn is Subject to Change due to Conditions: Prescribed fire and smoke will be visible due to location on top of Sonoma Mountain. All Hands Ecology plans to conduct prescribed burns totaling 125 acres from June 28–29 as part of a multi-day plan on... Continue
Keeping our watershed healthy isn't just one person's job—it takes all of us. —Steven Lee, Senior Scientist & Research Program Manager The watershed is an integral part of any community, and in Sonoma Valley, our creek and its tributaries are central to life. The creek... Continue