Even as the hills of Sonoma County turn lush and green from winter rain, wildfire preparedness should remain a top priority. The cooler months offer the perfect opportunity to take proactive steps ...

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 ...

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 their next meal ...

Monte Rio is a place where nature and community go hand in hand, and its thriving community gardens — supported by the Monte Rio Recreation and Park District — are a perfect example. For decades, the ...

Sonoma County is home to one of the best birdwatching spots in the country—Bodega Bay. With its diverse habitats, it attracts an incredible variety of birds, sometimes even rare migrants. This winter, ...

If you’re struggling to pay off an infraction fine, you might now have a way to get some relief. The Sonoma County Superior Court has rolled out an online Ability to Pay tool, allowing eligible ...

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 safe from giant ...

For the green thumb inclined, the Healdsburg Garden Club meets on the third Monday of each month, 1-3 p.m. at the Villa Chanticleer Annex. The club offers monthly programs, and the March 17 meeting ...

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 ...

Q: How can we inspire hope when daily life feels overwhelming and chaotic? A: When I need relief from my own mounting insecurities, I instinctively run to my garden — it’s far better than running to ...

“Niche Bach, sondern Meer!” (Not a brook, but an ocean!) – opinion of Johann Sebastian Bach and pun by Ludwig van Beethoven On March 31, 1685, Johann Sebastian Bach was born in Eisenach, Holy Roman ...