Feature · Shifting Paths: Steps for the North Bay wine industry to counter lower demand, higher costs by Jessica Zimmer· March 20, 2024 12:43 pm·“The pioneers are where the change comes from.”—Alder Yarrow, Bay Area wine blogger The wine industry needs to pivot again,…
Feature · All Paws In: How partnerships between North Bay animal rescues and vets save lives by Jessica Zimmer· January 29, 2024 7:26 pm·Across the country, high numbers of strays, a shortage of veterinary professionals, and the rising cost of veterinary care have…
Feature · The Long Way Home: Reducing homelessness requires outreach, housing and funds by Jessica Zimmer· January 17, 2024 1:03 pm·As the North Bay’s nonprofits and government agencies prepare shelters and warming centers for winter, they want to share that…
Feature · Wine Country ROI: More than ‘seed’ money by Jessica Zimmer· November 29, 2023 2:26 pm·Investing in the North Bay’s wine industry is usually a multi-year commitment, one in which investment (ROIs) are rare and…
Feature · Run for Cover: Why Insurers Are Fleeing the Golden State by Jessica Zimmer· October 16, 2023 2:05 pm·As national insurers look to limit or end California property insurance policies, North Bay homeowners and agriculture business operators are…
Feature · The Tables Have Turned: North Bay Restaurants and the Post-Pandemic Dining Scene by Jessica Zimmer· July 7, 2023 3:52 pm·Restaurants from Sausalito to Glen Ellen are utilizing new locations, outdoor tables and trimmed back menus to draw in locals…
Feature · North Bay Housing Market by Jessica Zimmer· April 14, 2023 6:15 pm·In late spring, North Bay counties are seeing a rise in interest from home buyers, at the same time cities…
Work/Life · History of Hot Springs in Sonoma County by Jessica Zimmer· February 9, 2023 1:10 pm·Residents and visitors have enjoyed the warm waters of Boyes Hot Springs, Agua Caliente and Fetters Hot Springs in the…
Feature · Destination: Wellness by Jessica Zimmer· February 6, 2023 2:32 pm·As locals and visitors recover from the stress of the initial phases of the COVID-19 pandemic, North Bay hotels and…
Feature · The State of the Economy by Jessica Zimmer· September 6, 2022 7:35 am·North Bay companies are doing brisk business in 2022, but profit margins are being undercut by the highest jump in…