Local musicians set to perform for free virtual show, Sonoma County’s Got Talent
Several notable Sonoma County musicians will perform virtually next Saturday, Aug. 8 in an online variety show hosted by the Occidental Center for the Arts (OCA).
Q&A with Windsor mayoral candidates, part one
2020 marks the first year that Windsor will be participating in district elections, and the first time they will be voting for an at-large mayor.
Libraries across the county are going fine-free
Library changes aim to remove access barriers, encourage patronage
Measure B forum talks tourism versus services and schools
The Sonoma County League of Women Voters hosted a forum devoted to discussing the pros and cons of the two measures on the ballot for west county voters in March. The first, Measure A, asks voters to approve a $48 parcel tax for West Sonoma County Union High School District (WSCUHSD) and the other, Measure B, asks voters to approve a 4% increase to west county’s transient occupancy tax for hotels and short-term rentals to help support west county schools and fire districts.
Rotary hosts candidate forum — The town council candidates
The Rotary Club of Windsor hosted its candidate forum for town council and mayoral candidates on Sept. 17, but this time instead of the normal in-person format, it took place over Zoom. The host, as in year’s past, was Maureen Merrill and a timekeeper was present on the Zoom to keep people’s answers time appropriate.
Creek Week volunteer opportunities
Throughout the Russian River watershed, the third week of September is recognized as Creek Week. This year Creek Week is from September 16 to September 24. During Creek Week, creek, river and ocean clean-up campaigns will take place throughout Sonoma and Mendocino Counties.
