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Auction house that gained prominence on ‘Antiques Roadshow’ returns to Sonoma County
An auction house that gained national fame on PBS’s “Antiques Roadshow” has returned to its Sonoma County roots with a new satellite office in Windsor. Brian and Donna Witherell, co-owners of Witherell Auction House, have opened the first of five planned consignment centers for buyers and sellers.
New literacy program bridges the gap for Sonoma County second graders
The ELITE program aims to bridge the gap between elementary students of color, who trail behind their peers in literacy proficiency.|. A game of KABOOM! ensued at a table with four Steele Lane Elementary second graders on Tuesday after school. The name of the game: to read the three, four, and five syllable words written out on Popsicle sticks, get as many as possible, and avoid the stick that reads “KABOOM!”
Sonoma County authorities make arrests in alleged bird fighting ring
Authorities in Sonoma County said they have busted an alleged bird fighting ring following an investigation into a break-in that took place earlier this year. According to the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety, the investigation stemmed from a burglary at a storage facility on the 6000 block of Commerce Blvd. on March 19. The victim told officers that an estimated $22,000 in items were stolen.During their investigation, officers identified a suspect in the theft. Police in Santa Rosa arrested the suspect, identified as Audrina Renee McPeters, on March 21.McPeters was booked into the Sonoma County Jail on suspicion of conspiracy,...
Meet the Sonoma County vintner behind CBS’s ‘Fire Country’
Max Thieriot is the vintner of Senses Wines in Occidental. He’s also the creator, director and star of a TV show.|. With the season finale of CBS’s “Fire Country” coming up on May 17, fans are trying to tease out the combustible love triangle at its center.
105-year-old veteran faced untimely discharge from care home until last minute inquiries
Their case illustrates the gap in the nation’s healthcare system, particularly in the area of elder care.|. To get help navigating the complex system of support for adults and those who are aging, call Sonoma County’s Aging and Disability Resource Hub 707-565-INFO. To reach Senior Advocacy Services and...
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