Celebrating ‘Independence Month’
Americans have much to be grateful for. Freedom makes the top of the list for most of us because it’s expressed in so many aspects of our daily lives. Independence Day marks our celebration of freedom — it remembers we declared our independence from political and economic oppression by outsiders.
The drought is still on
Despite recent rains, the cumulative average rainfall for the water year to date (July 1, 2013 – March 9, 2014) is still well below average. The Santa Rosa basin currently, as of March 14, has 14.1” compared to an average of 25.2”. The Ukiah basin has 11.45” compared to the average of 30”. While the drought status in much of the county was updated from “extreme” to “severe,” water storage levels in Lake Mendocino and Lake Sonoma continue to be well below average. Lake Mendocino’s water supply storage capacity was at 50 percent and Lake Sonoma’s water supply capacity was at 73 percent (as of March 14).
Body found in Cloverdale field
According to a social media post from the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office (SCSO), sheriff's deputies are investigating a report of a body found in a remote area off of Highway 101 in Cloverdale on Friday, Jan. 7.
Local school officials unsure of federal reward program
A new federal program that could pump billions of dollars into
West County Museum pulls the tarp off Sebastopol’s automotive history
Sebastopol wasn’t always the heart and hub of bicycling in Sonoma County. Once upon a time, there were 18 gas stations posted across the little city built for cars, and if you visit the West County Museum, you’ll find that once upon a time spanned most of the 20th century.
Dr. Mase Orders Flu Shots for Health Care Workers
Flu season, generally from Nov. 1 to May 31, arrives this year as Sonoma County continues to fight the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Sundari Mase, the Sonoma County health officer, warned of the potential risks of both viruses circulating in the community at the...
Bella All Things Beautiful closing after 19 years, owner plans for retirement
After 19 years of business on the Plaza, Cathleen Boitano-Grande is closing up her popular retail store and heading into retirement. Her store, “Bella All Things Beautiful,” is closing on July 31.
The challenge and charm of rare varietals
Winemakers falling in love with untypical grapes
Meals available for Windsor kids
As part of its Child Nutritional Program, Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin, is providing lunch to all local children age 18 and under, at its Brooks Road Clubhouse, 9640 Brooks Road South in Windsor. This is an essential function for the community and will begin effective Monday, June 22. “Grab & Go” meals will be served curbside by Boys & Girls Club staff, starting at 11:30 a.m. and ending at 12:30 p.m. in the parking lot in front of Boys & Girls Clubs, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Monday and Wednesday “Grab & Go” meals will include two breakfasts, two lunches and two snacks. Friday “Grab & Go” meals will include one breakfast, one lunch and one snack.
‘Love Martha’ Valentine’s benefit Sunday for beloved waitress, Feb. 12
Cloverdale Ale Company will host a benefit this Sunday, for Martha Taylor, a beloved employee who is struggling with uterine cancer.












