California Issues Warning Against Consuming Foraged Wild Mushrooms
Recent rainfall has contributed to widespread growth of toxic death cap mushrooms across the state, significantly increasing the risk of accidental exposure.
Sonoma Farmers Market Celebrates 40 Years of Local Food
Bay Area County Supervisors Reaffirm Support for Immigrant Community Ahead of Super Bowl LX
Entertainment
Sonoma Valley Celebrates Valentine's Day with Music and Charity
From a sock hop fundraiser to live music performances, Sonoma has plenty of romantic options this February 14th.

El Verano Inn to Host 'Stu-Fest' Honoring Local Musician Stuart Sperring
Friends and fellow musicians to gather for a rocking tribute to the late Sonoma Valley musician.
Guy Fieri debuts clean-shaven look for Super Bowl ad
The longtime Food Network star reveals the reason behind his radical new appearance.
Politics
Bay Area Counties Reaffirm Commitment to Immigrant Communities Ahead of Super Bowl LX
Local leaders sign on to protect safety and build trust during major sporting event.

Federal Cuts Threaten Nonprofits Serving Sonoma County
Proposed legislation could push thousands into poverty and strain community safety net
Sonoma Sister Cities Hosts Valentine's Day Fundraiser for Ukraine's Kaniv
The event will feature a spaghetti dinner, sock hop, and live music to raise money for Sonoma's sister city facing hardship due to Russia's invasion.
Lifestyle
Sonoma's Larson Park to Reopen After Nearly a Year of Remodeling
The park will feature new pickleball, tennis, baseball, and soccer facilities.

Brice Giannotti Leads with Intention at Sonoma's Fairmont Mission Inn
The new general manager brings decades of luxury hospitality experience to Santé and 38• North restaurants.
Brice Giannotti Leads with Intention at Santé and 38• North
The new general manager brings two decades of luxury hospitality, dining and beverage experience to the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa.
Business
Embattled Wine Country real estate investor reaches $5 million settlement
Timothy LeFever agrees to pay millions to help compensate investors in alleged Ponzi scheme run by his business partner Kenneth Mattson.

Mattson Properties Auctioned Off in Santa Rosa Park
Dozens of properties tied to Ken Mattson's real estate empire were sold at a public auction in Fremont Park amid ongoing fraud allegations and bankruptcy proceedings.
Goodnature Traps Wins Prestigious GOOD DESIGN® Award
Marking sixth major industry honor since 2024 launch for humane pest control solutions.