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Army Sgt. Richard Penry of Petaluma was awarded the presidential Medal of Honor in 1971, then was convicted of drug crimes while suffering severe emotional distress.

Pop-up stars Bayou on the Bay will offer deep-South dining at Marla Santa Rosa Bakery and Cafe on Wednesday and Thursday of alternating weeks. Following a strong start on April 16 and 17 with their Gumbo and Grits Get Together, their April 30 and May 1 dinners will feature Cajun tamales. Look for ongoing dinners that will (hopefully) include their farmers market mainstays, such as gumbo, po’boys, beignets and Cal-Cajun twists like blackened catfish tacos, barbecued mac and cheese and Bayou burgers.

A Sonoma County Superior Court judge has issued a ruling against Sonoma State University and the California State University system, finding university leaders acted unlawfully in their decision to cut academic programs. Superior Court Judge Kenneth English issued a Temporary Restraining Order, halting any further action on the program cuts...

Things looked mighty hopeful there for a few minutes at the end of the April 12 softball game against Windsor. The Jaguars came to visit on a weekend to make up for a rained-out game, bringing a strong 9-4 record to Healdsburg and a 4-1 league record that puts them on top of the North Bay – Oak division, a bigger, tougher division than the Redwood the Greyhounds compete in.

Sonoma Valley Community Health Center announces the appointment of Sara Brewer as its new Chief Executive Officer effective June 9, 2025. Brewer will succeed Cheryl Johnson, who is retiring after 13 years of dedicated service leading the organization. Brewer brings extensive leadership experience in healthcare administration, strategic growth, and patient-centered care. Most recently, she served as Executive Director at Face to Face, where she successfully expanded programs and services to people living with HIV.

Trustees decide how to fill the Area 2 Trustee seat, and approve a committee to recommend future of Adele Harrison site. The four Trustees, who currently comprise the Governing Board of Sonoma Valley Unified School District, opened and closed their regular meeting on April 10 with a closed session with labor negotiators. The meeting was held at the Sonoma City Council Chambers. Trustees David Bell, Anne Ching, Catarina Landry and Jason Lehman discussed and acted upon many items; this report confines itself to ones of particular significance for the community.

There’s a magic hour on Saturday mornings when the sun hasn’t quite burned through the morning mist and the scent of basil floats on the breeze. It’s in that moment—coffee in one hand, tote bag in the other—that Healdsburg wakes up. Not with alarm clocks or deadlines, but with laughter, tomatoes still warm from the sun and the soft hum of a town gathering to celebrate the local farms’ abundance.

Located just east of Downtown Santa Rosa, Bird & The Bottle is a standout dining destination known for its bold flavors and inventive fusion of Asian, American South, and Jewish cuisines. This modern tavern offers a vibrant atmosphere, creative small plates, and one of the best culinary experiences in Sonoma County.

The library and museum world is reeling from a new executive order issued on March 14, 2025, targeting the Institute for Museum and Library Services, which provides federal funding to support libraries in all 50 states. The order eliminates funding for the Institute for Museum and Library Studies (IMLS), where...

Mayor Mitchell hijacked the last council meeting to push through her own mapping agenda. She is worried about a “bulb-out” on the map in her own district. I guess symmetry is more important to the mayor than the actual purpose of district elections, which is representation for the underrepresented.

The Santa Rosa Junior College baseball team took the first game of a three-game series against the Sacramento City College Panthers, dominating on both sides of the ball in a 12-1 win Tuesday at home. The win is the Bear Cubs’ 13th straight and 33rd overall. Perfect Game ranks SRJC...

Round Up of April 7-10 On Monday, Marin County PlannerJillian Zeiger and Chris Logan of the Partnership for Bay Area Futures reveal the findings of their “Rooted in Marin” report on the depth and extent of housing displacement, and what the County can do about it… | Listen |

Take a syncopated voyage through the history of funk music, from African, soul and early jazz roots to its rise into the public consciousness. One-hour film followed by a dance party, free with reservation, doors open at 5:30pm. Presented by KRCB/Northern California Public Radio, at the Raven Theater, 115 North St., raventheater.org.

Two hundred and fifty of Jennifer Utsch’s closest friends came together on Sunday to share in their memories. It was a diverse group, but it was all one group, and looking into the eyes of one another was like looking into Jen’s eyes. Jen passed away in hospice...

Here are our picks for great events and activities for children and families this Easter weekend. Find more events for the whole week in Marin and beyond in our Family Events Calendar. Note that many of these events require advance registration and some may depend on weather conditions so make sure you check with the organizer before you go.

Novato won against Analy last Saturday with 13 runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Tuesday. Everything went the Hornets' way against the Tamalpais Red Tailed Hawks as they made off with a 13-5 win. The result was nothing new for the Hornets, who have now won five matchups by six runs or more so far this season.

The Santa Rosa Junior College Student Government Assembly heard special reports on the college’s Strategic Action Plan and issues surrounding campus safety during its meeting on April 14. Jeremy Smotherman, SRJC’s senior director of institutional effectiveness, research and planning, presented a special report and update on the Strategic Action...

The Healdsburg City Council will have a lengthy goal-setting meeting on Friday this week, an annual discussion that assists the body and its members in prioritizing their efforts for the coming year. The following Monday, April 21, the council will hold its second regular meeting of the month, one which...

Award-winning California producer Sonoma-Cutrer announces their latest release, the 2024 Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc. Driven by strong market demand, this new white wine will be a permanent addition to Sonoma-Cutrer’s core wholesale portfolio. Led by their Director of Winemaking Cara Morrison, the Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc showcases the brand’s...

Bob and Renee Stein purchased the 710-acre Russian River Valley estate that included a working vineyard in 1992. The Steins vision was to create a sustainable property which they developed by keeping 350 acres in a protected Forever Wild open space. This acreage weaved with the vineyards combines rugged wildland and wildlife with the manicured vineyards.