The rise in unretirement
Retirement, they say, is a time for personal growth. What many are finding, however, is that their personal growth turns out to be a new job. With people living longer and inflation still lightening pocketbooks, many U.S.
Sonoma County Supervisors Approve Plan For Permanent Memorial For 2017 Wildfires
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has approved the plan for a permanent memorial dedicated to the victims and survivors of the devastating 2017 wildfires. The memorial will be created by renowned landscape sculptor Cliff Garten and
SRPD To Crack Down On Distracted Driving
The Santa Rosa Police Department is launching a major enforcement operation targeting drivers who violate the state’s hands-free cell phone law. Under current California law, it is illegal to hold a phone or any electronic device while
New Data Shows Mixed Signs For CSU Enrollment
New data released Monday shows a mixed picture for the California State University system’s enrollment this fall. The Bay Area News Group reports overall student enrollment grew for the second year in a row, with a 2%
Sonoma County Supervisors Set To Approve Major Changes To Commercial Cannabis Regulations
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors is set to approve major changes to its commercial cannabis regulations today. According to the Press Democrat, the revisions attempt to balance the needs of the struggling cannabis industry—which seeks relief
Sonoma Releases Land Use Element Draft For 2045 General Plan
The City of Sonoma has released its draft Land Use element for the 2045 General Plan, guiding development for the next 20 years. According to the Sonoma Index-Tribune, a major controversy centers on the 20-acre Sebastiani Winery
Coho Salmon Return To Sonoma Coast Creek For First Time In 60 Years
Conservationists on the Sonoma Coast are celebrating a significant victory: Endangered Coho salmon have been rediscovered in the East Branch Russian Gulch for the first time in 58 years. The Press Democrat reports a team from The
Former Kmart Property In Eureka Could Soon Be Acquired By Walmart
A former Kmart property in Eureka could soon become a Walmart. The Press Democrat reports Walmart is in talks to potentially purchase the property. The vacant building was most recently home to a Papa & Barkley’s cannabis
Warmer Weather Forecasted For Middle Of the Week
Warmer weather is on the way for Santa Rosa. The National Weather Service says highs could reach into the mid-70s by the middle of the week as a dry spell continues. Forecasters say fog is expected to
Former Sonoma Academy Teacher Accused Of Sexual Misconduct Sues School
A former Sonoma Academy teacher accused of sexually harassing and engaging in inappropriate behavior with over two-dozen students is suing the school. Marco Morrone filed a cross-complaint in Sonoma County Superior Court denying the allegations and claiming