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In today's newsletter:

  • What a 3-hour Healdsburg-to-San Francisco train ride once looked like
  • How closely are Healdsburg’s Flock cameras really watching local drivers?
  • See how this $985,000 Healdsburg sale compares to your neighborhood

Also on today's calendar: Postcards and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: 4. What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? 🤔 (Answer below!)


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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 79 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and cool, temps: high: 72, low: 48.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and cool, with a high of 69 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Before there was SMART … (healdsburgtribune.com) — Step back into Healdsburg’s past with stories of 1900s train trips to San Francisco, Korean War care packages from local residents, and the demolition of a historic prune packing plant. These Flashbackers’ memories also spotlight today’s Healdsburg Museum, where you can explore more local history right in town.    

2. Eyes on the cameras watching us (healdsburgtribune.com) — Healdsburg’s police chief has detailed how the city’s license plate readers and public safety cameras are used, including data retention limits and a past configuration error that briefly opened access to outside agencies. City leaders say the Flock camera system aids investigations but acknowledge privacy concerns and promise council review before any contract renewal under new terms.    

3. 4-bedroom house sells for $985,000 in Healdsburg (pressdemocrat.com) — A four-bedroom home on Village Oaks Court in Healdsburg just sold for $985,000, offering a snapshot of current neighborhood prices. The article also lists several nearby recent sales, giving residents a quick sense of how local home values are trending across different streets and house sizes.    

4. Healdsburg man chastised by judge but remains on probation in ‘Will Run' case (pressdemocrat.com) — A Healdsburg resident who caused a high‑speed crash on Highway 101 will remain on probation after a judge ordered 180 days in custody instead of an 11‑year prison term. The 21‑year‑old must wear an alcohol monitor, avoid driving for three years, and strictly follow probation rules after repeated violations involving alcohol and steroids.    


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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • **sound on** We no longer need to watch for when the fox visits.
    For the past several days, all we need do is listen for the scrub jays raucous alarm. They are such bullies! (Nextdoor Healdsburg)
  • Does anybody recognize this Parkland Farms cat?
    He actually followed my husband for a little bit on his walk last night. We were surprised to see him in the backyard this morning. He was seen on… (Nextdoor Parkland Farms)
  • Windsor Unified School District posted a job opening for Crossing Guard - Brooks Elementary School in Windsor. Apply here.
  • Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. posted a job opening for Front Desk/Ranger in Cloverdale. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Healdsburg here.

Ok Healdsburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The letter R (Thank you Brenda C. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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