That was then, this is now: A walk thru Sebastopol history with Donna Pittman
At the end of August, you may have noticed a large group of people walking south from downtown Sebastopol. This was the Sebastopol History Walk, hosted by West County Museum Director Donna Pittman. The walk was part of the monthly Sebastopol Walks series.
Sonoma poet Ada Limón’s words are headed to Jupiter. She says the real wonder...
With her latest work, “Startlement: New and Selected Poems,” the former U.S. poet laureate reflects on nature, poetry and the awe she continues to find in both.
California 19-Year-Old Dog Surrendered To Shelter Gets One Last Chance For A Bright Future
A sweet Cattle Dog mix named Ace was surrendered to the Humane Society of Sonoma County in Santa Rosa, California. To make things worse: he was 19 years old. As if being abandoned at such an advanced age wasn’t difficult enough, a devastating wildfire swept through Sonoma County soon after.
Napa Police Seize Fentanyl and Firearm, Two Suspects Charged Following Juarez Street Vehicle Search
Last night, the Napa Police Department officers, on a routine patrol, found more than just quiet streets in the 900 block of Juarez Street. Upon contacting two individuals in a parked vehicle, they observed a baggie with a white substance in plain view, leading to arrests and seizure of narcotics and a firearm. A...
These California winemakers achieved a rare distinction. Then they walked away from it
“Being shamed for doing what I need to do is not very fun,” one Sonoma County winemaker said.
Charlie’s Restaurant at Windsor Golf Club Being Replaced by Jimmy’s Lakeside Café
According to a recent Facebook post, following a string of negative reviews, Charlie’s Restaurant at the Windsor Golf Club — located at 1340 19th Hole Drive, near the winery Bruliam Wines, Russian River Brewing Company, and the winery Stringer Cellars — has shuttered and is being replaced by a new concept, Jimmy’s...
North Bay commuters stress over new longer carpool hours on Highway 101: ‘A nightmare’
"It's a nightmare." Many North Bay drivers say they're trapped in "carmageddon" otherwise known as Highway 101, where the average speed can be around 15 MPH, morning and evening.
Corporate owner to shutter 54 bed Sonoma County drug recovery center
Azure Acres, a large drug recovery center near Sebastopol, is slated for closure next month, according to the facility’s corporate owner. The site, on a roughly 30-acre property off wooded Green Hill Road, is no longer taking new patients and will close in early October. The recovery center is owned by Acadia...
Timeless Garden Party Elegance at MacArthur Place
J & C’s wedding at MacArthur Place embraced a refined garden party aesthetic with timeless charm. A neutral palette of ivory, cream, bone, and taupe provided the foundation for their design, while thoughtful details added texture and warmth. Rattan signage, fabric welcome banners, torn-edged menus, and layered linens...
Hall of Flowers brings the bud back to Santa Rosa
Spiraling plumes of smoke and the piney smell of cannabis signaled the return of the annual Hall of Flowers trade-event for cannabis retailers at the Santa Rosa Fairgrounds Sept. 10 and Sept. 11. Over 1000 retailers from all around the world flocked to the Fairgrounds. The event is open only...
