🌱 Patch AM: Sonoma School Board Takes Up Rules For Itself

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Sonoma School Board Takes Up Rules For Itself

Trustees will review draft protocols governing public complaints, agenda requests, school visits, and their own authority.

🌱 Patch AM: Details In Bankruptcy Of California's Oldest Family Winery: Report

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Details In Bankruptcy Of California's Oldest Family Winery: Report

Gundlach Bundschu seeks an investor after a debt-financed acquisition and falling wine sales strained its finances.

🌱 Patch AM: Bankruptcy Threatens Gundlach Bundschu, CA's Oldest Family Winery: Report

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Bankruptcy Threatens Gundlach Bundschu, CA's Oldest Family Winery: Report

The Bundschu family expects to close the Glen Ellen facility in early October as its Sonoma Valley winery restructures under Chapter 11.

Beloved Cheese Shop Closes Early, Mourned Nationally

The 94-year-old cheesemaker closed its retail store after customers bought its remaining inventory faster than expected.

🌱 Patch AM: Practical Magic | Movie Night in The Garden and 9 more events

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Sonoma Valley Fundraiser For Nepal Today Tops Autumn Calendar

Upcoming events support Nepal relief and offer cocktails, pizza, Oktoberfest, a luau, and gallery visits.

🌱 Patch AM: Nonprofit Raising Money To Ramp Up Legal Fight Over Sonoma Valley Property Plan: Report

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Nonprofit Raising Money To Ramp Up Legal Fight Over Sonoma Valley Property Plan: Report

A campaign seeks up to $200,000 for discovery, legal work, and an alternative development proposal.

Kaiser Permanente Northern California health plans among the best in the nation

Kaiser Permanente Northern California’s Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial health plans are also rated highest in California

🌱 Patch AM: Flying from Santa Rosa soon? These Alaska and Delta changes matter.

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🌱 Patch AM: Which Sonoma commission seat could you fill this year?

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Mountain Lion Trapped In The City | Naked Woman Ignites Fire | Power Plant Evacuation: Patch PM

ALSO: Firefighter runs for fallen heroes, Triple Rock closing, Toys R Us opens 120 stores, Newsom orders AI kill switch,

Meet Sonoma Council Candidates At Chamber Gathering

Chamber event brings five council candidates to Swiss Hotel for informal conversations with Sonoma voters.

Meet Sonoma County’s Newest Regional Park During Special Sneak-Peak Hike

Get a sneak peek and hike Sonoma County’s future park from redwoods to ridgelines during a special preview hike.

CA Law Triples Winery Tastings At Farmers Markets

California lawmakers remove rules on wine estates and farmers markets.

Four Arrested After Deadly Sonoma Plaza Assault Using Flock ALPR Surveillance

Police identified four suspects each now suspected of murder and conspiracy.

Women Share Their Experience On The Psychedelic Furthur Bus At San Francisco Exhibit

"Not only was my father Jerry Garcia, but my mother was also a Merry Prankster named Mountain Girl," explained Trixie Garcia.

Woman Charged In Friend Killings | Good Samaritan Dog Rescue | CHP Bridge Crackdown Coming: Patch PM

ALSO: $12.5M booze bribery case, Bay Bridge carpool crackdown, verdict in former mayor sex assault trial, 55 top student scholarships.

Surge In Sick Sea Lions Signals Troubling Changes In California's Coastal Waters

At San Francisco's Pier 39, where sea lions have become a tourist attraction, the animals appear healthy and energetic.

One Month After Start Of Timber Fire, Progress Made In Fighting Big Sur Wildfires

As of Tuesday morning, the Timber Fire is 27% contained, with 25,380 acres burned, according to Cal Fire.

Man Found Critically Injured Near Sonoma Plaza

Police seek witnesses after an unconscious man suffered serious head trauma near the Plaza fountain.

No Parole For Man Who Rappelled To Steal Guy Fieri's Lamborghini Before Shooting A Love Interest As A Teen

He had been granted parole before he was found to have a contraband cell phone in prison.

Crews Attack Brush Fire West Of Lake Sonoma

The fire broke out Monday near Gibson Ridge, about 7 miles west of Lake Sonoma.

Historic 1984 Olympic Torch To Lead Rotary World Polio Relay

October 2-24 journey honors torchbearer Cathy Ritter and supports the fight to end polio

Pride Flag’s Future Returns Before Sonoma Trustees

Trustees will choose a rotating display or dedicated symbolic pole carrying the Progress Pride Flag.

Record Labor Day Gas Prices Projected: What Sonoma Valley Motorists Should Know

Record Labor Day Gas Prices Expected: Where To Find Cheapest Gas In CA

Woman Hides While Intruder Searches Senior’s Room During Sonoma Break-In: Report

Police arrested an El Verano man after a resident reported the intrusion.

City To Demo Bus Linking Sonoma Valley To SMART

A Sept. 8 demonstration will test timed transfers connecting Sonoma Plaza with regional destinations and trains.

Thompson And Jones Take On Data-Center Growth In Debate

Farm Bureau forum exposes sharp differences over development, agriculture, federal funding, health care, and trade.

Amid Whistleblower Warning Sonoma Valley Will Vote By Mail As Is

Registrar Evelyn Mendez says court developments will not alter local procedures without official state direction.

Plaskett Fire Nearly Doubles In Size As Crews Continue Battling Wildfires In California's Big Sur

It's burning in steep, rugged terrain with thick vegetation, which makes it hard for ground crews to reach," officials said.

Watch: Bystander, Sheriff's Helicopter Help Rescue Stranded Hood Mountain Cyclist

An injured cyclist was airlifted from Hood Mountain after a crash left the rider stranded Sunday.

Injured Bicyclist Rescued From Hood Mountain Regional Park

The cyclist was unable to walk and was extricated with assistance from a longline from a helicopter.

DUI Suspect With Toddler Crashes | Womens Team Makes History | Mural Honoring Immigrants Vandalized: Patch PM

ALSO: Trail challenge opens, famous broadcaster credits mentors, sheriff defends ICE policy, pet of the week Scott Budman seeks top billing

Sonoma Mountain Ranch Sale Sets County Record

The 1,119-acre Sonoma Valley estate sold for $38.5 million, breaking a record that stood since 2010.

Data Center Giants Flood Election Coffers With Lobbying Cash

Tech companies and utilities spend millions as California lawmakers weigh sweeping new data center regulations.

Sonoma Street Closures Start For Slurry Seal

Sonoma crews will begin slurry sealing city streets September 8, bringing temporary closures and parking restrictions.