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Hello Napa! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Bribery scheme tied to Napa wine shelf space exposed in federal probe
  • How will Napa County's new general plan change daily life?
  • How Napa honored 9/11's 25th anniversary at its memorial garden

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Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Sunshine, with a high of 84 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 91, low: 53. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 90 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. $12.5M Bribery Case Exposes Corruption On Napa Grocery Shelves (patch.com) — A major alcohol distributor has agreed to pay $12.5 million after a federal probe into years of improper payments and luxury perks that influenced what wines and spirits appeared on grocery shelves, including in Napa. Prosecutors say the scheme, which involved Napa-based wine executives and impacted competitive categories like Napa wines, distorted shelf space decisions that local producers rely on to reach shoppers beyond tasting rooms.
   

2. Napa County poised to create future big-picture vision (napavalleyregister.com) — Napa County is kicking off a major update to its general plan, a multimillion‑dollar effort that will shape land use, housing, traffic, watersheds, and the wine industry for decades. A key Board of Supervisors meeting happens Tuesday in downtown Napa, launching extensive public outreach, town halls, and workshops where residents can weigh in on growth, climate, and community priorities.
   

3. 'Heroism is a trait': Napans remember 9/11 sacrifices on 25th anniversary of attacks (napavalleyregister.com) — Napa residents, first responders, and local leaders gathered at the city's 9/11 Memorial Garden to honor the 25th anniversary of the attacks and remember nearly 3,000 victims. Speakers, including Napa's mayor and local veterans, reflected on sacrifice, heroism, and the community's role in healing, while United Airlines flight attendants and clergy helped lead a solemn, symbolic ceremony.
   

4. Cross country: Sonoma Academy's Hill makes history at Viking Opener; Maria Carrillo boys shine at Ed Sias Invitational (pressdemocrat.com) — A Napa High runner, Joshua Nunez-Torres, clocked a strong 10:36.4 at the Viking Opener junior race, highlighting local talent in a deep North Bay cross-country field. Sonoma Academy's Josie Hill broke 11 minutes to make Redwood Empire history, while teams from Windsor, Healdsburg, Justin-Siena, Vintage and others posted standout performances across boys and girls divisions.
   

5. North Bay jobs forecast: Nurses, aides among top roles in coming years (pressdemocrat.com) — Napa County residents are projected to see strong demand for healthcare, service, and management jobs, with some of the region's highest median household incomes at $165,400 for a family of four. State data show home health aides, nurses, teachers and managers leading North Bay openings through 2033, shaping where local training and career planning may pay off most.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • What should you expect to pay for an ADU in Napa —Rick Robben Read on Patch
  • Hi Neighbors!
    Excited to be living in Napa! I'm moving to the area next week, and I'm wondering if anyone would be able to help me on Monday just lift a dresser… (Nextdoor Alphabet Streets)
  • Steele Fire in Napa and those Incredible Firefighters
    It is day 3 since the Steele Fire and the firefighters have remained steady and vigilant night and day. Yesterday and the day before it reached 100… (Nextdoor Berryessa Highlands)
  • Peregrine Hospitality, Inc. posted a job opening for Purchasing Clerk in Napa. Apply here.
  • County of Napa California posted a job opening for Chief Building Official - PBES ($15K Signing Bonus) in Napa. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Napa here.

Ok Napa! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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