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2019 Ehret Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Knights Valley
The Ehret Family Winery owners are Pierre and Susan Ehret with their three children Alex, Christian and Isabella. They established the vineyard and started producing grapes in 1996 at the Bavarian Lion Vineyards. It is one of the largest estates in Knights Valley consisting of 1800 acres of both hillside and valley floor terrain. Currently 500 acres are planted in vineyards allowing the balance to provide an ecosystem for plants and birdlife to dwell. From 1996 they sold their fruit to some of the more well-known wineries throughout Napa and Sonoma counties. In 2005, they selected the highest quality grapes and started their family brand, Ehret Family Winery. Today they produce various Cabernet Sauvignon’s, Red Blends, Zinfandel, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc wines. Their tasting room is located in Healdsburg at 422 Healdsburg Ave and appointments are required.
Donlon Elementary gets new principal ahead of school year
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Donlon Elementary School will start the school year with a new principal after Janet Gates, the Pleasanton school’s former longtime principal, accepted a higher administrative job at the district office. Gates is being replaced by Kristina Brown, the vice principal at Walnut Grove...
Theft suspects caught on camera featured in Santa Rosa police social media posts
A group of theft suspects caught on surveillance cameras at various locations in Santa Rosa have been featured in images posted on the Santa Rosa Police Department's social media accounts.The department said the 20 people shown on surveillance images are suspected of crimes such as shoplifting, organized retail theft property crimes, credit card fraud and identity theft.Some of the suspects are accused of stealing victims' wallets and then using their credit cards at different establishments. Others are suspected of stealing thousands of dollars of cosmetics from Rite Aid and Ulta stores."Many of their victims have been members of our senior community," said police on the department's Facebook page.Police asked anyone who recognizes any of the suspects to call the department's tip line at 707-543-3575 or email Sgt. Ryan Hepp rhepp@srcity.org.
350 Acre Forest Near Camp Meeker Set to Become Public Park
More than 350 acres of mixed redwood forest between Occidental and Monte Rio is up for approval to become a public park through a $2.23 million deal funded by the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation & Open Space District. The property has been a part of the historic St. Dorothy’s Rest camp and retreat center for children with terminal illnesses like cancer and organ failure for 12 years. The property will be owned by the Camp Meeker Recreation & Park District once the deal is official, subject to approval by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors as early as August 20th.
Calistoga Woman Hospitalized After Getting Hit by Police Officer
A 22-year-old woman remains hospitalized in critical condition in Santa Rosa after she was hit by a Calistoga police officer. The woman, who was hit on Monday night, was airlifted to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital after suffering major head injuries. The woman was hit in an intersection near Highway 29 by an officer, who was on-duty and driving a fully marked Ford F-150 police vehicle. It’s unclear if the woman was in a marked crosswalk at the time.
Have a gala dinner with Hollywood legend in Sonoma
How would you like to have Sunday dinner with Robert Redford? Yes, THAT Robert Redford. You can, this Sunday at the gala dinner for Festival del Sole, a music and culinary festival taking place Aug. 1-4 at the Green Music Center in Rohnert Park and at a number of wineries. The gala dinner and auction will take place at Buena Vista Winery in Sonoma at 8:30 p.m. Sunday and is hosted by owner and ...
San Jose woman sent to jail for selling infested tropical fruit
(KRON) — A San Jose woman was sentenced this week to serve three months in jail for illegally importing tropical fruit from Vietnam that was infested with fruit flies, prosecutors said. Hanh Hong Huynh, 43, was convicted of conspiracy to import and sell fruit in violation of federal and state agricultural laws. Santa Clara County […]
Positive Images hosts circus-themed fundraiser in Santa Rosa
More than 100 people attended a July 26 circus-themed event at Paradise Ridge Winery in Santa Rosa to raise money for LGBTQ+ support organization Positive Images. Queer Magic GAYla: Cirque Du SoGAY was a 21+ event and featured food trucks, a silent auction as well as a three-set performance by theatrical entertainment group North Bay Cabaret of comedy, knife juggling and more. Tickets were ...
Logan Webb pitches 2nd career shutout in the Giants’ 1-0 victory over the Athletics
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Logan Webb pitched his second career shutout, leading the San Francisco Giants to a 1-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday night in a speedy 1 hour, 55 minutes. Webb (8-8) struck out six, limiting the A’s to five singles and a walk in...
Avelo Airlines Expands Reach with New Nonstop Flights from Sonoma County to Salt Lake City and Ontario
Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport, a key player in enhancing regional travel in Northern California, just announced a strategic expansion of its service. Avelo Airlines has committed to directly connecting wine enthusiasts and travelers to two new destinations: Salt Lake City, Utah, and Ontario, California. These additional routes intend to firmly root Sonoma County on the aviation map and solidify the airport's standing as a pivotal regional hub.
Stars who have played for Warriors and Team USA: Kevin Durant
As Stephen Curry makes his long overdue first appearance as a player on Team USA basketball in the 2024 Olympics in Paris, let’s take a look back at other players who played on the Olympic stage after spending time in Golden State. Guys like Kevin Freakin’ Durant!. Durant’s...
George Kittle sounds off on Brock Purdy
Brock Purdy is in his first full offseason as the team’s clear-cut starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers after he was limited much of last season as he rehabbed his shoulder injury. But it sounds like he is making the most of it. During a recent press conference,...
Gay San Francisco Supervisor candidate reveals he was the victim of alleged homophobic hate crime
An out gay man said he was the victim of a frightening homophobic assault while campaigning for a seat on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. Trevor Chandler said he was about to canvass a street in his Mission District neighborhood on Sunday, July 23, when a man started yelling homophobic slurs at him.
Brandon Aiyuk contract rumors go wild after intense handshake with John Lynch
It has been quite the summer for the San Francisco 49ers when it comes to the topic of contracts. Of course, the quarterback market is heating up after the likes of Jordan Love and Tua Tagovailoa recently got their extensions. That's had a domino effect roll onto the Dak Prescott situation, and thus, the Brock Purdy conversation we're going to be having until he gets paid in 2025.
“Nobody Really Wants To Hear From You”- Draymond Green Slams Young Players Who Are Starting Their Own Podcasts
Draymond Green has already spent more than a decade in the NBA. Apart from showcasing his on-court prowess, the Golden State Warriors star also regularly appears in his podcast to share his extensive experience and provide insights on other players. However, Green has a strong message for younger players thinking about starting their own podcasts early in their careers.
San Diego Comic-Con human trafficking plot stopped by California Department of Justice
The California Department of Justice’s San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force has intercepted a human trafficking ring operating near San Diego Comic-Con 2024. Ten victims, one of them a girl only sixteen years of age, were rescued by authorities from July 25 to 27, when the convention ran last weekend. San Diego’s Child Welfare Services and related agencies were also cooperating with the California DOJ, providing resources.
We Have Lift Off: A Q&A with Christina Hansen, the Creative ‘Architect’ Behind New Concept Album “Rocket Girl”
As a creative, Christina Hansen often finds herself working in two different directions. As a licensed and registered architect with over 25 years of experience across the country, the Tiburon native describes the duties she performs as an “outside-in” type of experience. Working with her clients and collaborators on projects requires Hansen to make her work “look” polished on the outside — a consummate translation of a vision from her client’s imagination into reality. On the inside, however, Hansen’s process is much messier than the stunning creations she helps bring to life for her customers.
Man wins million-dollar jackpot at Thunder Valley
(FOX40.COM) — A man is now a millionaire after hitting the jackpot at Thunder Valley Casino Resort on Tuesday. The casino announced that the lucky jackpot winner, named Allen Kessler, became $1.2 million richer after playing the Buffalo Power Pay gaming slot. “We are thrilled to see Mr. Kessler hit such a large jackpot,” Thunder […]
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