By Sedra Shapiro-Nathan, Sonoma Sun Foreign Correspondent I’m writing this first dispatch from Neuilly-sur-Seine, the town my husband and I now call home for the next year, just outside Paris. It’s about as close to Paris as the Springs is to Sonoma Plaza — an... Continue
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FRIDAY, September 19 at 4:00 pm $15 for Praxis members; $20 general To Register: Click Here MARTIN BERNSTEIN Money for Nothing: How the Modern Financial Sector is Shaping Our Entire Economy The financial sector has changed radically since the Reagan presidency. Today, this sector lends mostly... Continue
“Why don’t you and your daughter Zoe come over for dinner,” said the voice at the other end of the telephone, continuing, “I live just down the block.” “Sure,” I replied, “see you at 5:30.” So began my 50-year relationship with Norma Jean Marsh Campbell.... Continue
The idea for convening a Community Forum was born out of a concern that the community - parents, teachers and other staff, and residents - have not been given an opportunity for meaningful input on the consolidation decision in a non-confrontational manner. The Forum will... Continue
By Ben Christopher This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California lawmakers just laid the groundwork for a highly targeted building boom. Senate Bill 79, authored by San Francisco Democrat Sen. Scott Wiener, would “upzone” neighborhoods immediately surrounding train, light rail and subway stations... Continue
Faced with continuous calls for a second cannabis dispensary to be allowed to make an application to the city by the Sonoma County Cannabis Group, the City Council will discuss the topic at its next meeting on September 17, 2025. Per the staff report in... Continue
At its meeting of September 18, Sonoma's Planning Commission will review and potentially certify the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the 50-unit Montaldo housing development proposed at 19320 Sonoma Highway, roughly across the street from Maxwell Village. The proposed project includes seven residential buildings, all... Continue
On Thursday, September 4, 2025, Sonoma Valley Next 100 filed an Amended Complaint in the Sonoma County Superior Court against the California Department of General Services (DGS) - (Defendant and Respondent) and the Grupe Company, Rogal and Partners, and Eldridge Renewal LLC (Real Parties in... Continue
Are you passionate about local planning? Committed to enhancing community engagement? Want to give back to your city? Now’s your chance to make a difference! The City of Sonoma is currently seeking applications for the following positions on city and regional commissions, committees, and boards:... Continue
The Sierra Club has announced Sun Day, a nationwide celebration of our clean energy progress and a call to accelerate the transition that's already happening. On September 21, changemakers in your state and nationwide are hosting events where we'll connect, rally, sing, and come together... Continue