Dear SVUSD Community, The Flag - I made a mistake. With regard to background on this issue, there have been discussions ongoing for some time with staff to agendize the boards desire for a review of our flag policy. Ultimately, it was offered that the... Continue
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We only have one word for love, yet love is vastly more than one feeling or experience, so we modify it to better express its nuances. Thus it is we say, “first love” and “young love” when we speak about love in adolescence, implying its... Continue
To listen to the complete interview, CLICK HERE Ken Norton interviews John Alden, Director of the Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach (IOLERO) in Sonoma County. Norton introduces Alden’s extensive background in police accountability, including more than 16 years in civilian oversight, prior... Continue
The recently postponed appearance of Garrison Keillor at the Sebastiani Theatre has been rescheduled for Thursday April 9. Keillor recently fell and broke a shoulder forcing a change in his schedule. Previous tickets will be honored on the April date, or can be purchased at... Continue
As Kelley settles into her role as President & CEO at Sonoma Valley Hospital, SVH wanted to give our community a chance to learn more about her perspective, her priorities, and what she’s enjoying most so far. Here are a few questions we asked Kelley... Continue
President of the Board of Trustees of the Sonoma Valley Unified School District has announced the appointment of a new Superintendent, confirming what the Sonoma Valley Sun predicted several days ago. His announcement is a follows: January 16, 2026 Dear Employees and Community Members, We... Continue
The PRIDE Flag, which has been hanging at Sonoma High since 2019, has been removed. It is unknown at this time how the decision was made or by whom. In response to learning about this, Lisa Storment of WakeUp Sonoma released the following statement: "It... Continue
By Larry Barnett Well over one hundred residents of the City of Sonoma and the adjacent county neighborhoods abutting the city limits gathered at Vintage House on Wednesday, January 14 to review the city’s Draft Land Use Plan. Gathered at tables seating 8-10 people, the... Continue
Sonoma County Tourism is inviting residents to share their thoughts on tourism in our communities to help shape the future of tourism in Sonoma County — Public feedback will help align tourism efforts with local values and priorities.Complete the survey for a chance to win... Continue
The towering palm tree in the middle of the grassy area in the horseshoe surrounded by Sonoma Plaza Park was planted around 1910, as the photograph shows. In the background the fountain created by the Women's Club is visible, installed around the same time. The... Continue