Since the early 1990s residents of the Springs have been advocating an off-highway bike path from Maxwell Farms Regional Park to Flowery School and Larson Park. According to the Sonoma County Regional Parks Department, the path will finally be completed in the summer of 2015.... Continue
Improving the Springs isn’t just an infrastructure issue. It’s a people issue. The foundation of that people issue is how we address the needs of our community’s children. To help children succeed in school, Sonoma County educators and child welfare organizations are paying particular attention to third grade literacy. A 2011... Continue
In the spirit of our multi-cultural community, two Yemenis brothers have bought the iconic Fruit Basket produce stands from two Greek brothers. After decades of owning and operating the Fruit Baskets in Boyes Hot Springs and Schellville, brothers Gus and Marco Dalakiaris are ready to retire. They have sold the produce stores... Continue
I am honored that Val Robichaud, the editor of this newspaper, has given me the opportunity to write a monthly column about my community — the Springs. By the Springs, I mean the unincorporated towns of El Verano, Boyes Hot Springs, Fetters Hot Springs and Aqua... Continue