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🌱 Patch AM: Gun, Rifle Ammo Found In Vehicle After East Bay Road Rage Suspect Drove To Napa Valley
Make time for Nancy Willis Open Studio on the Napa Patch calendar

Hello Napa! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Oakland road rage suspect tracked to American Canyon and arrested
- Yountville boutique hotel keeps prestigious Two Michelin Keys streak
- Emergency vet visit in Napa Valley leads to animal abuse arrest
Also on today's calendar: Nancy Willis Open Studio and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Very warm, with a high of 93 and low of 57 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: Turning cloudy and pleasant, temps: high: 79, low: 53.
- Monday: Partly sunny, with a high of 87 and low of 55 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Gun, Rifle Ammo Found In Vehicle After East Bay Road Rage Suspect Drove To Napa Valley (patch.com) — American Canyon police tracked down a suspect tied to an Oakland road rage incident after his SUV was spotted on Alta Loma Drive in Napa Valley. Officers say they recovered a handgun, loaded magazine, and rifle ammunition, then booked the prohibited gun owner into Napa County Department of Corrections, underscoring local law enforcement's role in resolving regional violence.
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2. 2 Michelin Stars Shine Again On Napa Valley 'Key' Hotel-Restaurant (patch.com) — Napa Valley residents can celebrate as North Block Yountville secures Two Michelin Keys for the third straight year, spotlighting the area's luxury hospitality scene. The 20-room boutique hotel and its North Block Restaurant emphasize Napa Valley flavors, walkable access to Yountville attractions, and thoughtful perks that keep the property on Michelin's global list of standout stays.
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3. Man Arrested In Puppy Abuse Wine Country Case (patch.com) — Napa Valley readers are learning more about a disturbing animal cruelty case after an injured six-month-old pit bull was brought to an emergency vet, prompting staff to alert authorities. American Canyon police and Napa County Sheriff's detectives investigated and arrested the dog's owner on suspicion of abuse, with the suspect now held at the Napa County Department of Corrections on a $50,000 warrant.
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4. These local 'connectors' are bridging the gap for disaster prep in the Napa County Latino community (pressdemocrat.com) — Napa County's Latino families are getting tailored help preparing for disasters through COAD's Community Connectors, who build trust in neighborhoods from Napa to American Canyon. These Spanish-speaking mothers share practical planning tips, emotional support, and local resource information at fairs and town events, aiming to keep underrepresented residents safer when emergencies strike.
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5. Lawsuit opposing Napa wine regulations could add plaintiffs (napavalleyregister.com) — Winery owners are pressing a federal lawsuit that challenges Napa County rules on visitor limits and grape sourcing, and two more vineyards now want in. For Napa residents, the outcome could reshape how local wineries operate, host visitors, and market "Napa County" wines in the years ahead.
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📸 Around Napa
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Napa
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★ Featured events ★
- Nancy Willis Open Studio →
Nancy Willis Open Studio, 1830 Soscol Ave, Napa
10:00 am - Nancy Willis Open Studio →
Nancy Willis Studio, 1830 Soscol Ave, Napa
10:00 am
Saturday September 19
Sunday September 20
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Other local events
- Barrio Hollywood →
Performing Arts Center, Napa Valley College, 2277 Napa Vallejo Hwy, Napa
7:00 pm - Sunday Farm Open House →
3141 Browns Valley Rd, Napa
9:00 am - Beginners' Bird Walk →
Wetlands Edge Park, 2 Eucalyptus Dr, Amer Cyn
9:00 am - Past Grand Organist Bill Moyer Celebration of life →
Napa Parlor #62, 937 Coombs Street, Napa
2:00 pm - Barrio Hollywood →
Performing Arts Center, Napa Valley College, 2277 Napa Vallejo Hwy, Napa
3:00 pm - Blue Note Napa presents Jeff Dunham →
Blue Note Napa, 850 Bordeaux Way, Napa
7:00 pm - 2026 Napa Valley Ride, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS →
Napa Valley Expo, 575 3rd St, Napa
7:00 am - Odd Fellows Golf Scramble - Charitable Fund Raise →
Hidden Valley Lake Golf Course
8:03 am - Silent Book Club Napa County →
1500 1st St, Napa, CA, 94559 Suite 110
4:00 pm - Napa Valley Pizza Contest →
Napa Valley Education Foundation, 530 3rd St, Napa
3:00 pm
Saturday September 19
Sunday September 20
Saturday September 26
Sunday September 27
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- Vineyard Dental Spa — (707) 255-1172
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- UPDATE:
He's just come home! Seems to have an injury on his back leg as he is limping. Poor guy. I will take him to vet but am sooooo happy he's home! … (Nextdoor Terrace & Shurtleff) - Someone was looking for their cat named brittle (a neighbor heard someone calling that name).
This guy has shown up on our street and answers to the name. Anyone know who he belongs to? I haven't been able to catch him to get scanned. (Nextdoor Terrace & Shurtleff)
- Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Team Member in Napa. Apply here.
- Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Bakery Wrapper / Clean Up 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!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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