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Wednesday May 13th Patch AM

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In today's newsletter:

  • How Peggy Flynn steered Petaluma through crisis and bold climate moves
  • Petaluma golfers post scores at North Coast Section championship

Also on today's calendar: Queen's Lane Sanctuary Raffle & Auction and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Clouds giving way to some sun, with a high of 75 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Thursday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, temps: high: 80, low: 47.
  • Friday: Very warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 83 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Petaluma City Manager Peggy Flynn leads big changes through crisis (pressdemocrat.com) — Petaluma’s city manager Peggy Flynn is being honored regionally for leading the city through fiscal crisis, the pandemic, and ambitious climate policies. Under her tenure, Petaluma banned new gas stations, launched the Climate Ready 2030 plan, and secured voter approval for a crucial one‑cent sales tax to stabilize city finances.    

• Golf: Local quartet advances in North Coast Section playoffs (pressdemocrat.com) — Petaluma golfers Curt Mertens and Mo Rutan competed in the North Coast Section Division 2 championships, with several North Bay players advancing to next week’s Division 1 tournament in Windsor. The event highlighted strong showings from Cardinal Newman, Justin-Siena and Rancho Cotate, while also listing scores for St. Vincent and Petaluma High competitors.    

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday May 13
  • Avid Potluck
    Sonoma Valley High Sonoma, CA 95476
    5:30 pm
  • Prestwood Open House
    Sonoma Valley Unified Sonoma, CA 95476
    5:30 pm
    • Thursday May 14
  • Altimira Open House
    Sonoma Valley Unified Sonoma, CA 95476
    5:30 pm
  • SVUSD Board Study Session: Board Governance →
    Sonoma Valley Unified Sonoma, CA 95476
    5:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Shelina Moreda to hold Town Hall gathering to hear directly from citizens —Petaluma West Read on Patch
  • Update: 5/12 @ 5:45am #Reunited Whiskey boy found his way back home and we are beyond grateful for his safe return.
    We appreciate all the support from our community, the tips and tricks you all suggested, they showed to be successful. Thank you all so much for the… (Nextdoor Upper Mountain View)
  • This pretty kitty wandered into my yard yesterday evening and stayed overnight.
    Wondering if she belongs to anyone? She’s a little dirty, but super cuddly and friendly which makes me believe she may have accidentally gotten out. (Nextdoor Sutter Street)
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts posted a job opening for Parts Specialist in Petaluma. Apply here.
  • Lowe's Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Full Time - Asset Protection Agent - Day in Cotati. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Petaluma here.

🗞 Nearby News

Penngrove

  • Candidates for 2nd District Sonoma County supervisor discuss law enforcement oversight, Measure P (pressdemocrat.com)
  • A new chapter begins for Penngrove's ‘legendary' Twin Oaks Roadhouse (petalumanews.com)

Cotati

  • After three decades of service, Sebastopol names Mary Gourley city manager (pressdemocrat.com)
  • In-N-Out Burger graffiti, assault suspect sparks police hunt across Sonoma County. (patch.com)

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Ok Petaluma! 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: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

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