Rewarding the ‘drive to succeed’

Mark Garrett, recipient of the sixth annual Wheels to Prosper car giveaway, takes the keys to his gleaming reconditioned car from Dino DiGuilio. The owner of Body Best, DiGuilio started the giveaway program as a way to “put good people in good cars so they... Continue

Sonoma Valley Fund rolls out new grants program

To launch of its new capacity building grants program, Sonoma Valley Fund will host an informational meeting on Tuesday, August 26, at The Grange Hall from 3 to 4 p.m. This multi-year grants program will provide funding and technical assistance to organizations interested in committing... Continue

Sisyphus, Camus and everyday life

In 1942 the existential philosopher Albert Camus wrote a lengthy philosophical essay on Existentialism and Absurd-ism based on the Greek Myth of Sisyphus. Sisyphus was founder and king of Corinth/Ephyra. When Hades came to ensnare him, the cunning Sisyphus tricked Hades into submission. Hades was... Continue

Speed and fire take the track at Sonoma this weekend

[caption id="attachment_55505" align="aligncenter" width="420"] The fastest cars on earth take the stage at Sonoma Raceway this weekend (NHRA)[/caption] Starting Friday, the 28th NHRA Sonoma Nationals will take place at Sonoma Raceway. But hold on Sonoma Valley, this isn't a car race. This is a challenge... Continue

Heard the news last night, oh boy!

So how about that news? What news, you say? You know, the News. Trump. Bernie/Hillary. Black woman found dead in a Texas jail “committing suicide” over a minor traffic violation. No war with Iran. Trump. I can’t help it, I love the Donald in all... Continue

Meeting sees bright future for Springs facade project

The outlook for the Springs is bright – as in vivid yellow, orange, pink and purple – according to most of the 200-plus who turned out Monday to discuss the design scheme that is beginning to define the Highway 12 commercial strip. The Springs Community... Continue

Dodd to visit Springs as State Senate candidate

[caption id="attachment_54853" align="aligncenter" width="243"] Bill Dodd at the 2015 Sonoma 4th of July Parade[/caption] State Assemblyman Bill Dodd, elected in November to represent the Springs as part of the 4th District, comes to town Friday, July 31, as a candidate for the State Senate. Dodd... Continue

Follow the ‘Open Road’

Doug McConnell, far right, interviews Mike Benziger for a segment of his “Open Road” television show at Jack London State Historic Park. McConnell, a longtime explorer of the region ("Bay Area Backroads”) and beyond, said the park is one of his favorite landmarks and landscapes... Continue

Relay for Life: What it means

Relay for Life is the American Cancer Society's nationwide signature event, and the Sonoma outing -- this year on August 1 -- is among the top 20 in California. “This is more than a fundraiser, it allows us to honor cancer survivors and to remember... Continue

Maverick artist to celebrate Vintage Sonoma’s 10th anniversary

Father Bruno Segatta will lead a “Splatter Painting” workshop on August 6, part of the 10-Year Celebration at Vintage Sonoma. The free party is open to the public, and will include massages, palm readers and henna artists, a buffet, and wine tasting by Cline Cellars... Continue

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