Next week, Sonoma County’s plan for managing its cherished coastline faces a pivotal moment. On Thursday, Nov. 14, the California Coastal Commission will decide whether to approve the county’s updated ...

Fun fact: Gus was originally named “Schroeder” after the piano-playing character in Peanuts. He was part of a litter abandoned as puppies and rescued by a local organization. Gus came into our lives ...

Thirty years ago, my 12-year-old daughter and I signed up for a Challenge Sonoma Adventure Ropes Course open day. Diana Rhoten, the team leader, told me the day was dedicated to an at-risk youth group ...

Ornamental grasses bring to mind the wind blowing across the prairie, creating a living sea of softness. One in particular stands out with its cloud of pink seed blooms moving above green blades. Pink ...

You’ve been the responsible adult all year — taxes, car maintenance, pretending to like kale — so Halloween is your moment to indulge. But instead of stealing a few Milky Ways from the kids and ...

Sonoma’s Mediterranean staples: olives and grapes thrive in local soil Sonoma County, with its ideal Mediterranean-like climate, has become a hub for olives and grapes, two crops that support local ...

Independent bookstores in Sonoma County offer much more than just books — they’re a source of unique, thoughtful gifts that reflect the spirit of the local community. Spots like Books and Letters in ...

Thank you, Councilmember Bagby! This November, we’re especially grateful for Councilmember Melanie Bagby, whose second term concludes next month. First elected in 2016, Melanie has served Cloverdale ...

The arrival of fall brings sweet relief to the senses. The blistering heat of summer slowly subsides, offering a promise of rain. The hills have yet to turn green, and there’s a chance to slow down, ...