AVFilm Changing Name to ‘True West Film Center’
The local nonprofit that plans to open a movie theater in downtown Healdsburg sometime in the next year is changing its name from AVFilm to True West Film Center, according to the Press Democrat. The new name, which will take effect in a few...
‘Top o’ the Morning to You!’ Sunday’s Pre-Dawn Parade
For some reason, Healdsburg has become known for its St. Patrick’s Day parade. If it’s not the best, then certainly it’s the earliest. Starting at 6am, give or take—that’s pretty early.
For the past 29 years or so, early risers (or possibly those who stay...
City Asks Residents for Their Spending Priorities
“The goal of the budget survey is to engage the public and get their feedback on city funding priorities,” said Katie Edgar, Healdsburg's finance director.
Police Log, Feb. 26 – March 3
Unknown liquids, copper wire, fraudulent PlayStations and stolen Airpods among the violations reported this week by Healdsburg Police.
Letters to the Editor, March 14
Dear Editor:
To exploit every single aspect of a small town is not to appreciate—it is to dishonor.
After fully participating in the Vertice LLC a.k.a. Single Thread “Farm” community input meeting (2/7/24) held in Healdsburg’s former movie theater, I remain committed to asking questions about...
Rogers Increases Lead in Assembly Race, But…
It's still almost a month away to the final date for official certification, but fewer races are undecided than they were at first. Among them: Chris Rogers has increased his lead over Rusty Hicks for Assembly District 2, the North Coast.
In Memoriam: Joyce Alger
Lifelong Healdsburg and Windsor resident Joyce Alger passed away last month at age 78. Her husband of nearly 50 years, Joe Alger, died back in 2011 — and one of their two sons, David Alger, was killed by cancer in 2019. Here's a glimpse into...
Construction Begins on Healdsburg’s Appellation Hotel
Construction has finally begun on Healdsburg's long-anticipated foodie hotel from celebrity chef Charlie Palmer, according to a new press release. It's called Appellation Hotel, and it's the next big fixture of the new "North Village" neighborhood being crafted by developers in the footprint of...
Lumber Yard Proposed in South Healdsburg
Down at the south end of town, Healdsburg Lumber Company wants permission to use their lot next to the freeway as a lumber yard for at least the next three years, according to the City of Healdsburg. They're already using it to store overflow...
Star HHS Culinary Students Headed to State
Eight star culinary students from Healdsburg High School are reportedly headed to SoCal for a major state competition next month: the annual SkillsUSA championships for "culinary arts" and "baking and pastry arts." If any of our kids win at state, like two of them...












