Healdsburg declares local emergency in response to COVID-19
The city of Healdsburg declared a local emergency Thursday morning, March 12, in response to the spread of COVID-19, a novel strain of the corona family of viruses. Healdsburg City Council will consider the declaration for ratification at its regular meeting on Monday, March 16 at city hall.
Senior center seeking volunteers
New chef/manager implemented to improve food standards, but needs more help
Little Saint Announces Imminent SingleThread Separation
Little Saint, the ambitious all-vegan restaurant, market and event venue at 25 North St., dropped an early Christmas surprise last week when it was announced that the owners, Laurie and Jeff Ubben, will take over full management of business when Vertice Hospitality concludes its...
Pomo basket weaver discusses technique and culture
On Feb. 12, the Healdsburg Museum and Historical Society hosted a weaving demonstration and informative talk. Clint McKay, Dry Creek Pomo/Wappo/Wintun weaver, is a featured participant in the museum’s current exhibit, "From Diggers Bend to River Rock: People and History of Dry Creek Rancheria."
Library expands curbside pick-up program
The Sonoma County Library announced that it would be expanding curbside pick-up of materials to 12 of its locations, effective Monday, June 29.
Gold discusses long ‘to-do’ list for 2020
Goals include improving connectivity, working on climate change and exploring the possibility of cannabis sales
Commentary: Don’t put “FOG” down the drain
Pouring fats, oils and grease (FOG) down sinks can ruin your home or restaurant’s plumbing systems and have negative impacts on municipal sewer systems and private septic systems.
Burn permits required as of May 1
CalFire is once again requiring burn permits for any outdoor open burning in local state responsibility areas. Burn permits are available to residents in Sonoma, Napa, Solano, Yolo and Colusa counties and are required as of May 1.
Arts & Entertainment
Stage face-off: Revenge vs. rivalry
Local audiences seeking a solid presentation of an American theatrical classic have two very diverse options right now. The Raven Performing Arts Theater hosts Stephen Sondheim’s massive macabre musical, "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," while The 222 offers Sam Shepard’s more intimate fraternal drama, "True West." Both run in Healdsburg through Nov. 8.
