When it comes to housing, there is no magic wand

By Larry Barnett In his recent commentary in the Index Tribune, Fred Allebach continues to spin fables about the creation of housing in our community. Fables, as we all know, are filled with magical thinking, like poisoned apples, pied pipers, and secret spells. In Allebach’s... Continue

Confederate flag displays at Sonoma Raceway

It has been brought to my attention by a number of members of our branch in addition to community members expressing concern around the visible displays of confederate flags on site. I recall Sonoma Raceway pledging a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with the... Continue

SV High School registration begins August 8

It's time (already!!) to register for the fall semester! In person on August 8-9 (see below) or online at svusdca.powerschool.com Continue

Deputies respond to threat at Sonoma Valley Hospital

Sheriff and Fire personnel responded Tuesday to unspecified threat against Sonoma Valley Hospital. Details are sketchy, but "no actual threat was realized at the hospital," according to an SVH statement. “A threat was made against the Hospital this Tuesday (July 19, 2022)," said hospital CEO... Continue

SV Rotary Club names new president

The Rotary Club of Sonoma Valley has named Scott Murray as club president for its 2022-2023 Rotary year. Murray joined the club in 2017 and has previously led the club’s membership and governance committees. “I knew from the history of the club and from Rotary... Continue

Sonoma Valley Catalyst Fund launches new, permanent fund with $500k gift

Catalyst Fund, a temporary emergency fund launched in 2020 in response to the Covid pandemic, will become a permanent philanthropic entity serving the Sonoma Valley. The effort was launched with a $500k gift from Community Foundation Sonoma County The initiative is an example of how... Continue

Filing period opens for local Nov. 8 elections

The filing period to run for any of Sonoma County’s 225 available positions is now open, with candidates having until August 12 to submit their paperwork. The general election is November 8. There are several important races to represent Sonoma and the Sonoma Valley, including... Continue

Sonoma Valley Hospital Names Jessica Winkler as Chief Nursing Officer

Sonoma Valley Hospital has named Jessica Winkler, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CCRN-K as Chief Nursing Officer. Winkler has been with the hospital as Director of Patient Care Services since late 2018. She replaces Mark Kobe, CNO. “Jessica brings strong leadership qualities and a diverse career to... Continue

Tapping into the cider trend

By Jonathan Farrell -- There’s a new tasting room on Sonoma Plaza, and the big news is, it’s not wine. What makes the Pomme Cider Shop unique is that instead of grapes it’s all about apples – hard cider, that is. With a national boom... Continue

Sonoma County property value at all-time high

The assessed value of Sonoma County real estate and business property has hit an all-time high --$108,331,893,661, an increase of 6.46 percent over last year’s assessment roll. The assessment roll is a listing of all assessed property within the county including a sum total of... Continue

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