In the spirit of World Kindness Week, especially after navigating a highly polarizing election that felt reminiscent of the “may you live in interesting times” trope, it’s more important than ever to ...

Raymond’s Bakery, a family-run gem in Cazadero, California, is built on love, sourdough, and a father’s wisdom. Join Mark Weiss and his daughter Ella for a taste of tradition and joy. Three weeks ...

The Guerneville Library is a place to harvest all kinds of things: recipes, information, creativity, and more. It’s where people of all ages come together for various programs. To learn more, I spoke ...

One of the most exciting things about bird-watching is seeing a species you’ve never seen before. And when you can see a “life bird” 15 minutes from your home, that’s even better. Fall is the time of ...

With one eye on the winds and another on the local humidity levels, Geyserville is cautiously moving into the heart of autumn. Here’s to a safe end-of-year period without fire, flood, or hail. This ...

We have had a wonderful summer, with some hot days, but not as many as in previous years. Fall is finally here, and we are thrilled with the cooler weather and light showers. It is such a beautiful ...

As we gear up for family feasts, remember the importance of shopping locally. This keeps money circulating in our economy and helps countless neighbors feed their families. It supports the resilience ...

Supporting local farms is fantastic — but asking guests to pretend kale is “festive” might be a stretch. Let’s keep some magic in the holiday without forcing a hearty green takeover. 2. Deep-fried ...

Imagine if all the lethal weapons law enforcement officers in Sonoma County usually carry suddenly vanished. Sit with that a moment. Do you sense fear, relief, or somewhere in between? Your response ...

That word—eventually becoming a two-letter acronym that nobody seems to know the origin of anymore (also spelled okay, Ok, Okay, O.K., etc.)—is now so prevalent worldwide and thoroughly mixed in with ...