Picazo Café reopens The Chavez family just announced that they are now able to serve customers inside Picazo in a warm and cozy atmosphere free of smoke and smoky smells. Since a very sad fire last August 15, father Salvador, “Don Chava,” has been barbecuing... Continue
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Happening Friday February 7th! Don't miss an unforgettable evening filled with music, dancing, delicious food, and a chance to make a difference for our students and community. This fundraiser is a wonderful opportunity to bring our community together, enjoy a fun night out, and support... Continue
This is the only way to describe what’s happened in relation to the Sonoma Developmental Center (SDC) since its closure. The closure alone was the first rock to tumble; disabled residents and their families were relegated to vagaries of care in a harsh landscape of... Continue
What is to become of us? Or rather, what is to become of those of us in modern civilization? This is an essential question, but it’s not being asked seriously as the rush into a world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) gathers increasing momentum. Some have... Continue
Attorney General Bonta co-led a multistate coalition in filing a lawsuit seeking to block the federal funding freeze on Tuesday. Today’s decision institutes a temporary restraining order while the states seek a preliminary injunction. While the order is in effect, the Trump Administration may not pause, freeze, impede, block,... Continue
VOTMA's release of the now completed Fire Evacuation Time Study by KLD Associates is expected soon. The accompanying photo shows the cars backed up during the 2017 fires. The history and purpose of the study are explained on VOTMA's website this way: On March 1,... Continue
The theme of Sonoma Valley Hospital’s 2024 Annual Community Report is Healing Here at Home. Entirely bilingual, “This year’s theme underscores the hospital's commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible healthcare to its neighbors and friends,” says CEO John Hennelly. “Of note is our recognition by the... Continue
Cancer Support Sonoma (CSS) is excited to announce Rachel Glitz as its new Executive Director. Rachel brings an exceptional combination of professional and nonprofit experience to lead Sonoma Valley’s only clinic providing integrative therapies that ease the physical, mental, and emotional effects of cancer treatment.... Continue
The City of Sonoma is excited to introduce the Consumer Water Portal, a new online tool launching February 7, 2025, that allows residents and businesses to monitor their water usage daily through the City’s existing online bill payment platform. For the first time, customers can track their water consumption between... Continue
After a relatively dry period, the weather pattern is shifting, bringing an extended period of wet conditions to Sonoma starting Friday. The National Weather Service forecast models indicate that an Atmospheric River will impact Northern California, including the Bay Area, with the North Bay, including... Continue