The Board of Supervisors today authorized a Cannabis Equity Grant agreement with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development including $520,000 in state funds to be distributed to qualified applicants who have been negatively or disproportionately impacted in the past by cannabis prohibition and... Continue
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As astrologically uneventful as February was, March wants all the attention, and it’s filled with events. A Total Lunar Eclipse on the 13th, then a Partial Solar Eclipse on the 29th. The two weeks between will be emotionally complex and potentially difficult. Check where they... Continue
That round ball above our necks called the brain is a hazardous, complex machine. We all have different parts inside it, some of us manage them better than others. I can assure you though – the inner tyrant is in us all. You might paste... Continue
The Sebastiani Theatre is celebrating its 91st birthday with a special fundraising presentation, entitled “An Incredible Night of Magic.” The gala, magical evening is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, at the historic Theatre on Sonoma Plaza. The public is invited to a reception with drinks,... Continue
The City of Sonoma is in the process of transitioning from “at large” elections to district-based elections, which will change how City Council members are elected by establishing distinct geographic districts. As part of this process, the City Council is reviewing draft district maps and gathering... Continue
Some guys are assholes. I learned this very early on in life, and it’s still true. I’ve known some women who were assholes, but on balance, assholes tend to be men. So what exactly is an asshole? Assholes are mean people, highly aggressive, and frequently... Continue
Anna brings an entrepreneurial flair to all her ventures, all deeply-rooted in her life's purpose to help others, both in her native Rwanda and here in Sonoma. Seated outside Bon Marché Thrift Store, enjoying a Rwandan brew from her new Coffee Cart, Anna tells Anna... Continue
A series of storms will begin to move into our region on Tuesday of the this week, increasing in intensity into Thursday. Several inches of rain may fall, and given the saturated soil, minor flooding may occur in creeks and streams. Be prepared. Check road... Continue
By Andrew Emer Let's talk roundabouts. Anyone who pays attention to the flow of traffic, and/or has been to Europe, understands both their purpose and functionality. A roundabout is basically a big circle that a driver yields to enter and, once inside, has the right... Continue
A movie by Paulino Duran, called “Chasing Bliss” was screened at the Sonoma International Film Festival a few years ago. It was described as a search that brings Duran to the happiest country in the world, Finland, where he embarks on a journey to test... Continue