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Hello Sonoma! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Sonoma Water's new interim leader shape our water future?
  • How serious is Sonoma County's first West Nile virus case?
  • What will Highway 37's $100 million makeover mean for Sonoma commuters?

Also on today's calendar: Crepe Paper Flowers: Sunflowers and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Very warm, with a high of 92 and low of 54 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 83, low: 53.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 89 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• sonoma-water-board-appoints-brad-sherwood-as-interim-general-manager (fresnobee.com) — Sonoma County's water agency has tapped longtime executive Brad Sherwood to serve as interim general manager, guiding Sonoma Water through major projects like Lake Sonoma's new release system and regional dam changes. The county will conduct a nationwide search for a permanent leader, while Sherwood oversees a $256 million budget and services that supply water to hundreds of thousands of Sonoma and Marin residents.
   

• First Detection of West Nile Virus for 2026 (sonomasun.com) — Sonoma County has confirmed its first West Nile virus case of 2026 after a dead crow in Forestville tested positive, signaling the virus is active in the North Bay. Local vector control officials urge residents in Sonoma and Marin counties to report dead birds, use effective repellents, and eliminate standing water, noting all services are provided at no extra cost to property owners.
   

• Nearly $100 million in funding approved for Highway 37 improvements (pressdemocrat.com) — Nearly $100 million in state funding is moving forward to upgrade Highway 37, a key route linking Sonoma County with Marin, Solano and Napa. The first phase will tackle the Sears Point to Mare Island bottleneck, promising shorter commutes, better flood resilience, and habitat restoration that could significantly benefit Sonoma County workers who rely on this corridor.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • **Has been found thank you all!
    ** **Missing dog!** I'm in town from TN visiting my aunt and my dog got out. Has anyone seen him? If so please contact me at (615) 438-1275! (Nextdoor Sonoma)
  • Hi neighbors!
    I recently retired and moved to beautiful Sonoma, and I'm looking for a way to stay active, meet people in the community, and put my many years of… (Nextdoor West Side Sonoma)
  • In-Shape Solutions, LLC posted a job opening for Kid Zone Team Member in Napa. Apply here.
  • Napa Valley Unified School District posted a job opening for Cross Country Head Coach - American Canyon Middle in Napa. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Sonoma here.

🗞 Nearby News

Kenwood

  • 11 California Hiking Trails Where Hikers Should Keep An Eye Out For Ticks In 2026 (takingthekids.com)

Rohnert Park

  • in-tale-of-two-cities-neighbors-rohnert-park-and-cotati-forge-different-paths-on-affordable-housing (mercedsunstar.com)
  • PD Editorial: Cotati, Calistoga residents deserve an election (pressdemocrat.com)
  • 'World's Ugliest Dog Contest' winner takes her tongue and fame to New York and 'Today' show (pressdemocrat.com)

Ok Sonoma! 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: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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