The Community's Independent Voice
The Civil war did not end in 1868. Instead, it became a simmering ideological conflict that continues to this very day. The recent Supreme Court gutting of the Civil Rights... Continue
Several thousand people recently showed up locally for the No Kings III march. Motivated by concerns about the policies and governance of Donald Trump, they carried homemade signs, many quite... Continue
Supporting local independent businesses has always been promoted here. Our local businesses keep money flowing within our community instead of transferring it out of town, or even out of state.... Continue
At their annual goal setting meeting, the Sonoma City Council once again “reaffirmed its commitment to addressing housing affordability and availability in Sonoma.” For many years creating more affordable housing... Continue
Over the course of the past 40 years – give or take a decade – Sonoma Valley has been lulled into a false sense of security about its economic future.... Continue
We want to add our voice of support for the city’s recent completion of its first tree inventory and urban forest canopy assessment. As reported here in the February 5... Continue
The Pride Flag was first flown at Sonoma Valley High in 2019, hoisted, as an outcome of student advocacy, at a ceremony which students heralded as marking a new inclusivity... Continue
Every city and county is required by state law to have a General Plan, and those General Plans must be updated periodically. Updates include, among other “elements,” conforming plans to... Continue
While social media and communications technology like ZOOM have mushroomed, the government's attitude towards public comment and participation has worsened. Government repeatedly sends this message: the public is a nuisance. ... Continue
In a ground shaking change, the Trump administration has redefined what constitutes a “profession.” This unexplained and senseless decision not only demeans the work of a whole body of trained... Continue