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Cynthia King is stepping into new territory this week, taking over as CEO of the Sonoma County Humane Society as of August 4. The move is significant — not only…
Sonoma County shelters are overflowing, prompting the Humane Society of Sonoma County (HSSC) to join a national ASPCA campaign and offer fee-waived kitten adoptions.
At a July 23, 2025, meeting of the Sonoma Valley Community Advisory Commission (SVCAC), Deputy Ryan Foiles, a motorcycle officer assigned to traffic enforcement for the City of Sonoma, revealed…
Sonoma County has become California's leader in cooperative child support agreements by prioritizing empathy over adversarial courtroom battles.
An international team of scientists recently announced a major breakthrough in understanding sea star wasting disease, a mysterious epidemic responsible for decimating sunflower sea stars. More than 90% of this…
It’s a perfect 69-degree afternoon in Sonoma County. You and your partner sink into your hot tub in the garden, sharing a peaceful intimate moment under the sun. Life feels…
The rugged Sonoma County coastline—from Point Reyes to Point Arena—is a stunning landscape beloved by residents and visitors alike. But beneath its scenic beauty lies a rarely discussed yet serious…
Ah, September. The pencils are sharpened, the lunchboxes are mispacked, and parents across Sonoma County are trying not to weep tears of joy at the return of structure. While the…
When someone in Sonoma County faces a mental health crisis, trained counselors — not just police officers — now respond to help. The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has committed…
Sonoma County wine producers, facing declining sales, shifting consumer tastes, and climate pressures, are now considering a county-wide Wine Improvement District (WID) to fund collective marketing and tourism outreach.
Right now, in Ensenada, Mexico, nearly 200 dogs remain trapped in conditions described by rescuers as horrific—living without clean water, adequate food or basic medical care. Sonoma County-based Compassion Without…
When Sonoma County Sheriff’s deputies share inmate information with federal immigration officials, it can instantly change lives—families split apart, community trust erodes, and neighborhoods feel less safe. This Tuesda
Sonoma County’s groundwater is quietly vanishing beneath our feet, and the numbers are alarming. In parts of Sonoma Valley, deep aquifers have plummeted nearly 100 feet in the last decade,…
Giuseppe Martinelli arrived in Forestville in 1887 with calloused hands and a cart full of Zinfandel cuttings. Today, his great-great-granddaughter Tessa Gorsuch crouches in the same dirt, examining grape clusters…
Welcome to Cotati, where the accordion is king, the tuba is queen, and absolutely no one is taking themselves too seriously. Aug. 16 and 17, La Plaza Park will once…
A mysterious optical phenomenon in the hills near Penngrove, Gravity Hill is a rite of passage for local teens and curious drivers. Tucked on Lichau Road overlooking Sonoma State University,…
Doran Beach, Sonoma County's go-to spot for camping, walks along the sand and memorable sunsets, faces a future increasingly threatened by rising seas. The narrow, two-mile barrier spit that locals…
California has just drastically changed the rules around building new homes, rolling back parts of a controversial state law known as CEQA — short for the California Environmental Quality Act.…
What if Sonoma County residents have to flee another wildfire or flood — and can’t get out in time?
My extended family is big and messy and impossible to chart. Cousins I smoked dope with behind the toolshed. Nieces and nephews now raising their own kids. A whole other…
The author stepped onto their porch at 5:45 AM with coffee and the free Merlin bird identification app running. Pocket Canyon was already alive with activity.
Summer is a mood, a verb, a barefoot way of being. It’s the time when serious folks loosen their belts, responsible folks stay up too late, and even the chronically…
You can feel it, right? That warm wind in the vines, the hum of bees in the lavender, the welcome clink of glasses on patios across the county. Summer’s here,…
Sonoma County’s ultimate July 4 guide for 2025
Sonoma County has a lot going for it — towering redwoods, winding rivers, beaches that actually make you breathe easier. But let’s be real: Come June and July, things heat…
Let’s start with a truth that holds steady no matter what storm is brewing in the sky or the headlines: Sonoma County is a farming place. Not just because we…
In the hills just outside Santa Rosa, you’ll find something you don’t expect: giraffes. And zebras. And rhinos. And now, one of the best places in the entire country to…
Spring brings fresh flavors — and a batch of new restaurants — to Sonoma County. From cozy cafés to vibrant pop-ups, there’s plenty to taste.
Since the Fourth of July is approaching, Sonoma County backyards and patios will soon fill with the smoky aromas of sizzling meats, laughter, and lively conversation. But there’s more to…
At its May 8 meeting, the Sonoma Valley Board of Education voted 4-1 to close Flowery School at the end of the 2025-26 school year. The decision is based on…
Sonoma County’s legal community is stepping up this May to fight local hunger in the face of recent setbacks, including food shipments unexpectedly halted by federal authorities. The fourth annual…
Sonoma County is installing free vending machines stocked with lifesaving supplies—such as overdose-reversal medication—in an effort to fight rising opioid-related deaths and offer discreet, stigma-free access to critica
Saturday, May 10, Sonoma and Marin counties will showcase wisdom gathered from years of adapting to drought during the 15th annual Eco-Friendly Garden Tour. Hosted by the Sonoma-Marin Saving Water…
Spring in Sonoma County means new growth — and for many local gardeners, a trip to the nearest Prickett’s Nursery is the first step into the season. Founded in 1941…
A process that will shape Sonoma County for decades quietly launched this month, and if you blink, you might miss it. Sonoma County’s general plan—the blueprint guiding everything from housing…
Let’s be real — “sustainability” and “resilience” are words that get thrown around so much they start to lose meaning. Oh wow, another ‘sustainable’ farm dousing everything in glyphosate? Miss…
For most residents here, tsunami risk probably doesn’t cross your mind every day — if ever. After all, Sonoma County’s rugged coastline, with its high cliffs and bluffs, feels pretty…
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors approved Regional Parks' application for an $8 million state grant to help acquire 1,517 acres of forestland near Monte Rio for park expansion.
Two Sonoma County restaurants have earned a spot in the Michelin Guide, a well-deserved recognition for the local food scene. Enclos in Sonoma and Table Culture Provisions in Petaluma aren’t…
Rural Sonoma County residents are tired of unreliable, expensive or nonexistent internet access. Many homes remain disconnected even when infrastructure runs right past them.
Gardeners have a lexicon all their own, a mix of the poetic, the archaic, and the delightfully odd. Take vermiculated, for instance — this charming word describes a surface patterned…
Cotati’s first Climate Ready Fair kicks off Saturday, March 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the SMART Train Depot, 970 E. Cotati Ave. Organizers hope this free event…
Locally owned nurseries sustain Sonoma County’s agricultural heritage. Buying locally grown plants prevents the spread of pests and diseases that harm farms. Support these nurseries specializing in plants suited to…
Sonoma County is rich in farmland, home to thriving farmers’ markets, and known for its vineyards. It’s a place where food is celebrated. Yet, thousands of residents don’t know where…
Picture your favorite local café, the neighborhood bookstore you love, or the boutique that gives downtown its charm. Now imagine them thriving, welcoming more customers and growing stronger. That’s exactly…
Some winemakers lead with their ego. Some lead with their spreadsheets. Kathleen Inman leads with her gut—and, on at least one occasion, her taco order.
For many Sonoma County families, a single unexpected expense — an injury, a medical bill, or a missed paycheck — can threaten their housing. The Homeless Prevention Program steps in…
Water is life in Sonoma County. It fuels our vineyards, sustains wildlife, and keeps our communities thriving. But for months, landowners, farmers, and environmentalists have been locked in a legal…
Sonoma County spans over 1,600 square miles, a mosaic of coastal mists, sun-soaked valleys, and steep, rugged hills. Here, microclimates shift from fog-laden mornings to parched afternoons. Winter storms can…
When your dog takes off into the hills or woods, panic sets in fast. You want a way to track them before they get too far. GPS collars, Apple AirTags…