YEAR IN REVIEW: Housing and homelessness
Local governments are struggling to find ways to increase the number of homes being built in west county — affordable homes in particular — but increasing the amount of housing stock in ways that don’t damage the environment or the character of the towns in which they’re built is a tall order.
Alexander Valley School fundraiser, Mar. 4
Spaghetti dinner and auction an annual event in the valley, Mar. 4
Sonoma Water looks toward plans to reduce Russian River water usage by 20%
Other organizations cite additional water saving efforts, recycled water use
The storm at the shelter
If we must say so ourselves — and why shouldn’t we? — the citizens of Healdsburg are one of the proudest and most generous communities to be found anywhere. We cherish our traditions as we also expand our horizons and meet all kinds of challenges with a stalwart blend of conviction and compassion. Healdsburg is home to good folks with big hearts.
Summit State Bank announces brand refresh
Sonoma County Summit State Bank has revamped its brand logo with bright new hues and type styles.
Community Garden Hits a Snag
A joint community-county plan to allocate a third of an acre for a produce garden in Healdsburg got underway this spring, but not before it hit a snag: A tree that started growing in the 19th century had to be removed, disappointing residents who had hoped to save the heritage oak...
Students heading into fresh round of STAR testing
Previous lackluster results lead administrators to look











