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Tariff tensions: What global trade shifts could mean for Napa’s wine economy
31-07-2025
With global tariff threats escalating or already being implemented in major markets like Canada and the European Union, Napa Valley winemakers are feeling the economic uncertainty.
When wine culture meets wellness: Napa Valley's sober-curious movement gains momentum
10-07-2025
The sober-curious movement has hit California's most wine-soaked region.
Napans join No Kings protest before D.C. parade on Trump's birthday
19-06-2025
Thousands gathered Saturday afternoon at downtown Napa’s Oxbow Commons for the No Kings Day of Defiance rally, joining hundreds of communities nationwide in a peaceful demonstration aimed at rejecting authoritarianism.
Nextdoor users say they were bilked by handyman who advertised on the platform
23-12-2024
Several East Bay Nextdoor users have shared stories of financial losses across the online forum after hiring Arturo Negrete Cardenas.
Calistoga council member sued over financial elder abuse claim
17-07-2025
A gender and age discrimination lawsuit filed by a veteran Napa Police officer nearly three years ago started its trial this week.
‘Good Trouble lives on’: Napans join national protest movement
24-07-2025
Downtown Napa’s Veterans Memorial Park saw hundreds of peaceful protesters on July 17 for a demonstration against President Trump’s controversial policies — this time, in honor of the late congressman and civil rights leader John Lewis.
Daycare loan program preserves dozens of child care slots
24-07-2025
Roughly two years after the Napa County Board of Supervisors approved a $3.8 million Forgivable Child Care Loan Program, new data and provider testimonials suggest the initiative has helped stabilize and expand local child care — but challenges persist.
NVUSD passes budget, braces for federal pullbacks
10-07-2025
The Napa Valley Unified School District has approved a three-year budget plan despite possible state and federal funding changes ahead. The budget, which NVUSD’s board passed unanimously on June 26, intends to preserve and expand existing educational pro- grams.
It's cheaper to see Taylor Swift abroad than in the Bay Area
28-07-2023
Taylor Swift is busy breaking records — and banks — this summer.
Klondike discontinued the beloved Choco Taco — but fans can still order them online (for a price)
14-09-2022
Would you spend $25,000 on a discontinued Choco Taco?
