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Demand for low and non-alcoholic wine drives innovation in Sonoma, Napa and beyond

When Heidi Scheid planned to launch a new, low-alcohol wine called Sunny With a Chance of Flowers in the summer of 2020, she had no idea the world would be in the grasp of a pandemic. As it turned out ...
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Petaluma citizens’ group files suit aiming to block chef Charlie Palmer’s proposed hotel, claiming ‘substantial and irreversible harm’

The already complicated issue of building a six-story hotel in downtown Petaluma just got litigious – and even more complicated. The lawsuit, according to emails obtained by the Argus-Courier, follows ...
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‘Eye-burning smoke and ash’: Winemakers share stories from inside the Point Fire evacuation zone

As the Point Fire threatens the heart of Sonoma County’s famed Dry Creek Valley wine region, Quivira Vineyards winemaker Hugh Chappelle is focusing on what he can control. “We want to make sure our ...
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Fort Bragg’s Skunk Train named among 10 best scenic train rides by USA Today

A beloved long-running local railroad has been named among the nation’s most picturesque train rides. The California Western Railroad, also known as the Skunk Train, took the 10th and final spot in a ...
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California says ICE detainees have labor rights. They earn $1 a day scrubbing bathrooms

Stay up-to-date with free briefings on topics that matter to all Californians. Subscribe to CalMatters today for nonprofit news in your inbox. Even with all the industries where Californians went on ...
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Anisya Thomas Fritz

Dr. Anisya Thomas Fritz journeyed to America from India, first to earn her bachelor’s, then her master’s and Ph.D. in strategic management from Virginia Tech. In 2001, she co-founded the nonprofit ...
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Popular San Francisco fried chicken spot spreads its wings in Napa

The Bird, a fast-casual restaurant billing itself as San Francisco’s favorite fried chicken, has partnered with Super Duper Burger’s at Napa’s Bel Aire Plaza to offer its popular chicken sandwich as ...
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Time over timing: Why patience pays off in the long run

David Lawrence, CFP, is a certified financial planner, wealth adviser and partner at Willow Creek Wealth Management (707-829-1146). Wealth Matters is a quarterly column by the firm’s advisers. With ...
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May unemployment decreases across North Bay. California’s rate also declines

Unemployment rates in May fell throughout the six-county North Bay region and California, according to state figures released Friday. California’s rate of 5.2% dropped after three consecutive months ...
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Judge grants temporary restraining order, delaying federal decision on Koi Nation casino near Windsor

A federal judge granted a temporary restraining order to the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria on Friday, indefinitely delaying any decision by the U.S. Department of the Interior on the casino ...
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Mendocino County woodworkers show creations in 3 exhibits

Visitors are welcome to visit the Krenov School of Fine Furniture’s state-of-the-art shop in Fort Bragg to watch teachers and students at work. Grace Hudson Museum: The current exhibit, “Deep Roots, ...
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Santa Rosa couple revives former RBI batting cage with new Aces Ball Club

When: Open Monday-Friday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. How much: Batting cage prices start at $5 for 15 pitches and $30 for 30 minutes. The ...