Lightning strikes force 2 Santa Rosa schools to close
Early morning lightning strikes on Tuesday led to two schools in Santa Rosa closing down for the day, including at one site where lightning obliterated a large tree.
Warren Haynes Resurrects Countless Covers in California
Warren Haynes, photo by John Patrick Gatta — Warren Haynes continued his solo excursion over the weekend with three more shows down the California coast. The celebrated singer-songwriter and guitarist’s independent outing has brought intimate presentations, and in keeping with his storied career and diverse...
Bicyclist Killed on Northern Marin Road Considered Part of the SMART Path
It is our sad duty to once again report that a bicyclist has been killed in Marin County. This latest crash occurred on Saturday, February 7th at roughly 4:30 PM on San Antonio Road immediately south of the Marin-Sonoma border. The victim was Daniel Fred, age 75, of Novato. He was riding alone at the time that he was...
‘Coldest Case Ever’ Ends In Conviction For Sonoma County Rape and Murder of 13-Year-Old
Familial DNA was used to solve a case that had gone cold for over 40 years in Sonoma County, the case of the 1982 murder of 13-year-old Sarah Geer in Cloverdale. Sarah Ann Geer was killed May 23, 1982. She was reportedly walking home from a friend's house in quiet downtown Cloverdale when she was forcibly dragged...
Sierra snowstorm worst in three years: UC Berkeley scientists
The snow hitting the Sierra, combined with low visibility and high winds, have created the worst winter conditions in three years. That's the assessment on Tuesday by the UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Lab, which shared that more than two feet of snow fell in the last day and up to three more feet could land in the...
Review: “Hands on a Hardbody” in Rohnert Park
Ten contestants vie for a shiny red pickup, a publicity gimmick by a car dealership in Longview, Texas. Whoever can keep a hand on the truck the longest wins the keys to drive off with it. Hands on a Hardbody keeps you guessing how long the contestants will last and who will ultimately prevail.
SBA expands disaster loan assistance in multiple California counties
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has amended its disaster declaration for several counties in California, offering expanded assistance to residents and businesses affected by recent disasters. The low-interest federal disaster loans are now available in Contra Costa, Del Norte, Humboldt, Marin, Mendocino,...
Nature Steals the Spotlight at Forestville Home in the Redwoods
A well-preserved 1970s-era home nestled among redwoods in Forestville is currently listed for sale. The four-bedroom, two-bathroom dwelling with floor-to-ceiling views is seeking $1,860,000. The work of architect John U. Clowdsley Jr., the 2,994-square-foot home’s design is an interplay with the forested...
Storm Impacting Bay Area Roads; Chain Controls In Effect on I-80 In Tahoe Area
In snowy Tahoe, I-80 was temporarily closed in both directions Monday morning due to multiple spinouts, and rainy conditions around the Bay are leading to ponding and road closures as well. I-80 was back open as of 1:30 pm Monday after being shut down for several hours in both directions...
Southwest Airlines announces nonstop flights to Austin, Texas, from Sonoma County airport
Southwest Airlines this fall will add service to Austin, Texas, to its destination offerings from Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS), according to airport officials and the airline. Nonstop service to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport begins Oct. 3. The flight will operate on Saturdays and on a...
