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Annual Kids Day Parade and Festival
One of Cotati’s summer showcase events takes place Saturday (July 13) The 31st festival begins with a free pancake breakfast at Church of the Oaks from 8-10 a.m., and continues with the parade at 10 a.m., followed by activities in La Plaza Park from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Those participating...
Seasonal events and seasonal fruits in Rohnert Park
Summer in Sonoma County is one of the sweetest gifts of living here. From the weather and agricultural blessings to free music and events any day of the week, depending on your ability to travel and access to personal transportation. Don't miss out on the Party on the Plaza and Farmers Market every Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. until Labor Day weekend. Rohnert Park Community Services now hosts this event at City Center Plaza, 500 City Center Drive. Note that July 5 is closed for the Independence Day Holiday.
Learn about animal preparedness with Fire Safe Sonoma
Animals are members of our family, and the thought of having to quickly get our stressed-out animals into a crate during a crisis or wildfire is the stuff of nightmares. And I don’t even want to consider leaving a furry friend behind. That’s why it’s so important, especially during this fire season, to have a plan to take our animals with us if we ever need to evacuate.
Man presumed drowned in Russian River; crews search area in Monte Rio
Sonoma County crews were searching Thursday morning for a man presumed to have drowned in the Russian River Wednesday just south of Monte Rio.A dive team from the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office has been trying to locate the victim after he disappeared in the area of Villa Grande Beach at about 6:15 p.m.Rescuers and divers were trying to locate the 27-year-old victim until darkness fell Wednesday and the search began again Thursday morning.Monte Rio Fire Protection District Chief Steve Baxman said with people flocking to the water during the heat wave, water safety needs to be top of mind."The main...
What could redevelopment at former Sears site mean for downtown Santa Rosa? Local officials weigh in
Government officials, business leaders and observers say two competing visions for the former Sears site at Santa Rosa Plaza could help inject new life in that corner of the mall and provide a boost to downtown merchants and restaurants. Sonoma County Tourism has proposed building a convention center and 250-room...
Rebels softball team advances to Cal State Games in San Diego
The Rohnert Park Rebels 10-under Teal softball team, on the strength of a stellar showing at the Northern California Championships in Hayward, will be heading to San Diego in two weeks for the Cal State Games. The Rebels, part of the Rohnert Park Girls Softball Association, won seven of eight...
Iconic LGBTQ+ resort in Sonoma County goes on sale for $4.5 million
In the North Bay, an iconic piece of LGBTQ history is now for sale in Sonoma County. One of the last remaining LGBTQ resorts in Guerneville is on the market.The sale of the Russian River Resort comes as the busy tourist season is heating up. Trustees hope new owners will keep the property as a getaway for queer clientele."I'm going to give you a tour of the R3 resort on the Russian River," said Stu Gerry.Realtor Stu Gerry is showing us his newest listing, the R3 Hotel, one of the last remaining LGBTQ+ resorts in Guerneville. Check out the centerpiece...
CAL FIRE Sends Final Warnings for Fireworks as Cloverdale Suspends Fireworks Sales
CAL FIRE is reminding you that it is illegal to sell, transport, or use fireworks that do not carry the “Safe and Sane” seal, as well as possess or use fireworks in a community where they are not permitted. If convicted, you could be fined up to $50,000, as well as be sent to jail for up to one year. Over the past few months CAL FIRE has been providing intelligence and support to local and federal illegal fireworks enforcement efforts. Since 2013, in the State of California, there have been over 22,000 acres burned by fireworks, causing $62-million dollars in property and content loss.
Holst Fire | CA | July 4, 2024
Published 7/4/2024 2300 hours PT — Firefighters are on the scene of a brush fire located east of Santa Rosa near Holst Road and Los Alamos Road. There has been one acre that has burned and crews are starting to make progress on the fireline, according to CAL FIRE LNU Fire Officials.
Fireworks, drone shows light up Bay Area skies on 4th of July
The skies above the Bay Area were lit with the colors of fireworks Thursday night.At San Francisco's Ghirardelli Square, thousands packed the shoreline for hours ahead of the show.That included Wesley Ammons and his family, who drove in from the East Bay.He says while they normally watch the show from Alameda, this year his kids wanted a closer look.MORE: Tens of thousands attend Danville's annual 4th of July parade despite heat wave"We were actually going to Alameda beach, and my kids would pinpoint each little firework that would go across the Bay," Ammons said.Throughout the entire day, the streets of...
Council allows up to 3 new brick-and-mortar marijuana dispensaries in Petaluma
The Petaluma City Council voted to allow up to three new cannabis shops in town — a move years in the making after Petaluma leaders opted for a cautious approach to marijuana sales within city boundaries. At its June 17 meeting, council members voted 6-0 to allow the cannabis...
Two men found dead in Northern California river on Fourth of July, officials say
(FOX40.COM) — Two men died from drowning on Thursday after their bodies were found in a river in Northern California, according to the Nevada County Consolidated Fire Department. The agency said that around 1:30 p.m., they were called to Highway 49 and the Yuba River along with the California Highway Patrol’s Air Operations team for […]
Bay Area beaches become magnet for overheated inland dwellers
As much of the Bay Area continues to sweat through the ongoing excessive heat warning and heat advisory, many flocked to the coast for relief. While the East Bay and South Bay saw temperatures in the 90s, Pacifica was about 20 degrees cooler. "We were in the 90's, 98 in Hayward," Manish, a Hayward resident visiting Pacifica, said while walking his dog, Pluto. "(I'm) not taking (Pluto) out as much (at home). Only after maybe 8 p.m. in the evening. But during the day, (I'm) keeping him indoors and keeping him hydrated." "It has been hot, to say the least....
Must-see Sonoma County theater this July
The theater this summer has everything from drama to comedy to opera, and it all goes down on stages in Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Sonoma and more. If you’re looking for a way to combine. Beauty and the Beast. The Roustabout Theater’s Apprentice Program is putting on a production of...
Ellen DeGeneres Addresses Controversy During Standup Tour: 'I Am Many Things, But I Am Not Mean'
Former talk show host Ellen DeGeneres weighs in on controversial allegations of mean behavior from four years ago as part of her 'Ellen's Last Stand...Up' comedy tour -- denying she was ever "mean," while acknowledging her faults and promising her upcoming Netflix special will be the end of her public life.
Northern California city cancels July Fourth fireworks as wildfire grows
Officials in a Northern California community canceled an annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration as an estimated 26,000 residents remained displaced by a growing wildfire, while hundreds of firefighters toiled under extreme heat to keep flames from reaching more homes. The Thompson fire broke out before noon Tuesday about 70...
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