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In today's newsletter:

• Considering Sonoma State's FNP track? See costs, hours, and payoff timeline.
• Rohnert Park man admits to making rifles; now faces decades in prison

Also on today's calendar: Adult Group Ukulele Class and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Michael L.!

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Toasty conditions, with a high of 94 and low of 51 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 92, low: 52.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 89 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Best California FNP Programs 2027: ROI & Career Guide (allnurses.com) — Nurses in Rohnert Park get a detailed look at Sonoma State University's Family Nurse Practitioner program, including tuition, clinical hours, and how it fits local work schedules. The guide compares it with other California options, breaks down hidden costs, and explains how state and federal loan repayment programs can help North Bay clinicians keep debt manageable while moving into higher-paying primary care roles.
   

• Rohnert Park man faces 35 years in prison after pleading guilty to federal gun charges (pressdemocrat.com) — A Rohnert Park man faces federal sentencing in December after admitting he manufactured and trafficked unlicensed assault-style firearms that prosecutors say ended up with a Santa Rosa street gang. Investigators allege he ran a makeshift gun workshop at his home and used out‑of‑state addresses to obtain illegal parts. He could receive up to 35 years in prison and substantial fines.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Rohnert Park

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday October 7
• Adult Group Ukulele Class →
  Bennett Valley, Santa Rosa
  11:30 am
Saturday October 10
• See 'ART IN ACTION' at T Barny's STUDIO TOURS →
  4370 Pine Flat Rd, Healdsburg
  10:00 am
Sunday October 18
• 2nd Annual Wine & Shine Lowrider & Classic Car Show →
  14210 Bacchus Lndg Wy, Healdsburg
  11:00 am

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Other local events

Wednesday October 7
• Noon Times Networking Luncheon - Sponsored by The Press Democrat →
  Location SOMO Village Event Center Catered by Sally Tomatoes 1100 Valley House Drive Rohnert Park CA 94928, 1100 Valley House Drive, Rohnert Park
• CPR First Aid Certification Class (AHA) - In-Person, Instructor-Led →
  5350 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park
  5:00 pm
• CPR Certification Class (AHA) - In-Person, Instructor-Led →
  5350 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park
  5:00 pm
Thursday October 8
• BLS Class (AHA Certification) - Instructor-Led - CPR for Healthcare Providers →
  5350 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park
  9:00 am
Saturday October 10
• CPR First Aid Certification Class (AHA) - In-Person, Instructor-Led →
  5350 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park
  9:00 am
• CPR Certification Class (AHA) - In-Person, Instructor-Led →
  5350 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park
  9:00 am
Wednesday October 14
• BLS Class (AHA Certification) - Instructor-Led - CPR for Healthcare Providers →
  5350 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park
  5:30 pm
Thursday October 15
• CPR First Aid Certification Class (AHA) - In-Person, Instructor-Led →
  5350 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park
  9:00 am
• CPR Certification Class (AHA) - In-Person, Instructor-Led →
  5350 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park
  9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• HELLO!
  Im from K-section, currently our cat "Butters" hasnt come back for the past 3 days which he normally comes back by now, if anybody has seen him or… (Nextdoor University District)
• There was a post about cremation on here and I'd like to give a special shout-out to Duke Ferris and Shell Vas for donating their bodies to science after they depart this Earth.
  I know it's not for everyone, but on behalf of the Anatomy students at our Junior College, thank you for your donation. They are recognised as people… (Nextdoor D Section)

• Sonoma County Library posted a job opening for Extra-Help Library Specialist - Bibliobus in Rohnert Park. Apply here.
• InstaSwim posted a job opening for Private Swim Instructor in Rohnert Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rohnert Park here.

🗞 Nearby News

Cotati

• California cities, counties voice relief as labor groups vow to press ahead after Newsom's veto of pension enhancement bill (pressdemocrat.com)
• Support for Jane Kim, Brent Newell and Mike Thompson: Oct. 4PD Letters (pressdemocrat.com)

Santa Rosa

• Colleges use taxpayer-backed grants for 'Indigenous Peoples' Day' events (campusreform.org)
• Sunday RoundUp: And the days fly by... (sebastopoltimes.com)
• Your guide to California's 1st Congressional District race (sacbee.com)

Novato

• A Major Sweep Just Led To 6 Arrests In Novato, Here's What Police Found (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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